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BARCO BEAT Live on Stage! @ Rockwell Brewery
10/3/25 @ 7:30PM
The Barco Beat specializes in covering many different styles of classic rock and blues from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, venturing into funk and even some country.
The band’s eclectic, ever-growing repertoire pulls from the likes of The Rolling Stones, Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Grateful Dead, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Fleetwood Mac, Talking Heads, The Velvet Underground, Sly & The Family Stone, The Pretenders, Dwight Yoakum, and many more.
The Barco Beat is committed to bringing quality, fun, high energy performances to audiences all over the DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia area.
Make sure you get here early to grab a prime seat near the stage! You don’t want to miss this show!
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HIGH STREET COMMUNION BAND LIVE! @ Rockwell Brewery
Saturday 10/4/25 - 7PM
Get your crew, head over to Rockwell Brewery and get ready for a night awesome music!
Hagerstown's own High Street Communion is coming to Rockwell Brewery on Friday October 4th at 7pm for a special night of music with a purpose.
This won't be just another show- it's a benefit concert for local Career Firefighter Chase Tarmon, who is recovering from a serious injury.
This is a free show that is accepting donations at the door and throughout the night. 100% of the donations are going to Chase and his family.
Come out and show your support for someone who has given so much to our community, while enjoying a night of powerful original Americana Rock, Southern Soul in an awesome venue.
Expect a Big Sound, Cold Brews, and a chance to rally around one of our own.
Grab your friends and let's pack Rockwell with love, music and community spirit. All Ages welcome.
Doors open early - Show Starts at 7PM!
The PILLARS - A night of Hip-Hop @ Rockwell Brewery!
Friday 10/10/25 @ 6:30PM
You are invited to an epic Allstar Musical event!
The Pillars is more than a concert — it’s a tribute to the foundation, legacy, and future of Frederick’s hip-hop community. Curated by One City, One Sound, this event brings together the artists who’ve help built the scene and the new wave who are carrying it forward. It's a living archive of bars, beats, and the city’s unshakable voice — and you won’t want to miss your chance to witness it live.
This year’s lineup features a dynamic blend of Frederick’s most respected veterans and rising stars. Come see Retro/Ricole, Stitch Early, and Ahzay represent the foundational voices who helped carve out the local scene, each bringing their distinct lyrical style and legacy to the stage, as they’ll be joined by emerging standouts ANF Ain’t Never Fold, Demetrius, and DaJohn — artists who embody the city’s next generation of talent with unmatched energy, hunger, and promise. Holding it all together on the 1s and 2s is Baspy of Benefactor Events, one of Frederick’s most premier DJs, ensuring the vibe stays authentic and electric from start to finish.
The event is dedicated to showcasing Frederick’s rising and premier hip hop acts from throughout the years, and we’re looking forward to an amazing night.
THE FEW!! @ Rockwell Brewery!
Saturday 10/11/25 @ 8PM
THE FEW!! Live on Stage back at Rockwell Brewery Riverside!
**Fresh off their opening slot for National artists Puddle of Mudd and Great White and Slaughter, The FEW returns to Rockwell for a rockin' good time! Showtime is 8 pm. Last time this show came close to selling out so get your tickets now!
Here's your chance to catch one of the Hottest Local Bands in the DMV Area right in your own back yard!
The FEW return to Rockwell Brewery Riverside in Frederick, MD on Saturday October 11, 2025 for a night of awesome music, fun, dancing and tasty Brews!! Show starts at 8PM.
Come out, rock out, and enjoy an awesome night of great music and great beer! Modern Rock with a Classic Rock Twist!
Get your tickets now - Only $5 Cover in advance or $10 Cover at the door.
Buy your tickets in advance to make sure you have a spot AND to get your pint of Beer!
EVENTS & music & happenings
FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION CHECK OUT OUR UPCOMING EVENTS CALENDAR PAGE & CHECK OUT OUR FACEBOOK EVENTS PAGE: (20+) Rockwell Brewery | Facebook
ROCKWELL BREWERY RIVERSIDE / 8411 BROADBAND DRIVE LOCATION - WEEKLY EVENTS
EVERY WEDNESDAY is TRIVIA NIGHT - w/ Pourhouse Trivia - Sign ups at 6:30pm - Start at 7pm sharp
MONDAY to FRIDAY is HAPPY HOUR - 3:00-6:00PM! We have pitchers & special pricing on drinks!
EVENTS:
9/25 - Live Music in the Taproom 7PM (Thursday)
9/27 - Frederick Salsa Dance Party 8PM
10/3 - THE BARCO BEAT Live in Concert 7:30PM
10/4 - High Street Communion Band 7PM
10/10 - The PILLARS - A night of Lyrical Masters performing their original music LIVE 6:30PM
10/11 - THE FEW!! Live in Concert - 8PM
10/17 - Swingin’ Harmony BIG BAND in concert 7PM
10/18 -
10/24 - FAST EDDIE & THE SLOW POKES! in Concert 7PM
10/25 - Frederick Salsa Dance Party 8PM
10/31 - Monster Mash Costume Party w/ DJ Robbery 8PM
11/7 - MEMORIES OF PLUTO Live in Concert 8PM
11/8 - The Wharf Rats LIVE! Grateful Dead Tribute 8PM
11/14 - The Justin Starnes Band 7PM
11/15 - GREY & GREYER Band Live in Concert! 7PM
11/21 - Ken Demith Collection - INDIE ROCK 7PM
11/22 - THE 19TH STREET BAND!! 7PM
11/26 - Nicholas Paré and The Jags LIVE in Concert on DRINKSGIVING 7:30PM!
11/28 - THE REGAN YEARS LIVE in Concert! 8PM
11/29 - Frederick Salsa Dance Party 8PM
12/5 - MAMA’S BLACK SHEEP Band - Not So Silent Night Holiday Show 7PM!
12/6 - The Personal Moose Band 8PM
12/12 - SCOTT AMBUSH JAZZ LIVE! 8PM
12/13 - MUDDY WATERS MUSIC EXPERIENCE featuring Jeff Cosgrove and musicians 7PM
12/19 - KARAOKE NIGHT! 7PM
12/20 - Dustin & Courtney Muse Memorial Benefit featuring Change of Pace with Bob & Jeff - 6:30PM-10PM
12/26 - Frederick Salsa Dance Party 8PM
12/27 - GUYS IN THIN TIES 80’s Band 8PM
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Cheers!
The Rockwell Brewery Team
FOOD TRUCKS:
OLD LINE TAILGATE BBQ! Every Weds, Thurs, Fri, Sat & Sunday! Yum!!
Welcome to Rockwell Brewery’s Riverside Tap Room located at 8411 Broadband Drive Suite K Frederick, MD. 21701
Opened in May 2023, our Riverside location is the largest Tap Room in Frederick, featuring plenty of seating, live music on weekends, events, a private event space, as usual, amazing beer!
What’s ON TAP @ riverside
Ask about our GLUTEN REDUCED Beer!
**Beers rotate frequently and website is updated often. Please check social media for beer releases**
Brewed onsite in historic Downtown Frederick, MD
Co-owners Paul Tinney and Matt Thrasher were home-brewing buddies long before Rockwell opened its doors in March 2017. Inspired by the beers they were making and the budding craft brewery scene in Frederick, Rockwell Brewery was born. The name is an ode to Tinney’s background as a designer of acoustic guitars and creating a theme of blending artisan work in craft beer and music.
Head Brewer, Scott McKernon, started brewing at home back in the early 90s out of necessity due to a lack of good beer available. With a background in Chemistry, a love of cooking, and inspiration from the growing availability of new ingredients, Scott has filled our taps with a wide variety of beer styles and flavor profiles. There is something on the “beer wall” that will please everyone, including but not limited to stouts, porters, reds, IPAs, blondes and the occasional barrel-aged.
In May 2023, our operation expanded to include our new, upscale, state of the art, Riverside location. Rockwell Riverside is the largest tap room in Frederick, and features 20 taps for specialty brews, a large upscale tap room, and private event space. You can find different musical acts here, events, food trucks, and so much more!
Rockwell riverside
(240) 575-9755
8411 Broadband Dr. Suite K Frederick, MD. 21701
Rockwell Riverside Hours
Mon to Thurs 3pm - 9pmish
Friday noon - 10:30pmish
Saturday noon - 10:30pmish
Sunday noon - 8pmish
Contact Us
Have a question? Got some feedback? Fill out the form below, email, or give us a call!
info@rockwellbrewery.com
Rockwell Riverside (240) 575-9755
*For Private Event Rentals please email INFO@rockwellbrewery.com
Visit Us TODAY!
Rockwell Brewery Riverside
8411 Broadband Drive Suite K Frederick, MD. 21701
Questions? Answers.
Q: Do you serve food?
A: We have Food Trucks on most nights (Monday & Tuesday are BYOF). Old Line Tailgate Food Truck thru the winter. Amazing BBQ and sides!
Q: Do you have Live Music?
A: YES! Every Weekend our Rockwell Stage is Rockin! We showcase a large variety of some of the best talent in the DMV! No One Delivers Like Rockwell! Check out our line-up in the Events Calendar. E-mail us if you have a band that you think would be a great draw for Rockwell.
Q: Can I host my Private Party - holiday party/bachelor(ette)/birthday party/fundraiser/wedding etc. - at your brewery?
A: Yes! We would love to have you. Please send us an email or fill out our Contact Us form with the details of your event and we will send over more information.
Q: Are dogs allowed?
A: As a production site, dogs are not permitted inside. BUT Yes, INSIDE only if they are considered a Service Animal! A: Yes, OUTSIDE - Bring us all the dogs! They are welcome in our outdoor areas, please just ensure they are leashed and well behaved.
Q: Can we bring our own food or drinks?
A: No, sorry. We like to promote our Food Trucks - Old Line Tailgate from Wednesday to Sunday. Exceptions - You can bring in Deserts, Cakes, Ice Cream, etc for Private Parties.
Q: Are you family friendly?
A: Of course! Feel free to bring your little ones, but be sure to clean up after them. Children MUST be supervised and watched at ALL times. Parent should not be less than arms reach away from the little critters at any time.
We have some games, but feel free to bring things to entertain them. Per county law, children are not permitted to sit at the bar and can not stay in the Taproom after 9pm.
Q: Do you sell anything Gluten Reduced?
A: YES! We usually have at least 1 beer on tap that is certified Gluten Reduced. AND our Seltzer is also Gluten Free.
Q: What size are your pours?
A: Most all of our full pint beers are 16oz pours - NOT 12oz or smaller. We do make some higher ABV beers that we serve in our 13oz glass. Our tasters are a big 5oz - NOT 3oz. We also offer 8oz Half Pints!
Q: Do you offer tours/tastings?
A: We are a small operation so at this time we offer informal tours on an ad hoc basis. We do offer tasters to purchase, four “packs”; 8 “packs”; or 1 or all 16!!
Q: My friend/brother/wife doesn’t drink beer. Do you have any ciders or wine?
A: Nope, BUT we DO offer our Seltzer Cocktails and Seltzers with multiple flavors to choose from AND our Beer Cocktails that are a fantastic alternative (see our Beer Menu page). We are craft brewery and serve only the beer we brew ourselves. Maryland state law prohibits you from bringing any outside alcohol into our brewery. We also have sodas and water available.
Q: Do you have any beer to go?
A: Sure do. We have 6 packs of Beers to go! AND You can either buy and fill one of our 64oz growlers or we are happy to fill another breweries CLEAN growler.
Q: Do you distribute your beer or can I buy a keg from you?
A: We are in a few local restaurants and liquor / retail stores. If you are a local restaurant or retail hoping to get us on tap, shoot us an email. AND YES, you can buy kegs and Cases directly from Rockwell!
Q: Are your beers any good?
A: Damn skippy!! In Fact B.I.G. Juicy our Hazy NEIPA was voted Best Beer in Frederick!!!
