City Star Brewing

Beer Release: Hazy IPA JD's Radio
2026-02-20 15:00 - 22:00 (America/Denver)
A New England style Hazy IPA. Tune in to the music that City Star beer- slinger JD loves best. This playlist was curated by JD himself and includes tunes from artists like The Grateful Dead and Jimmy Buffet. Available on tap and in cans to-go.

Kites in Lightning
2026-02-20 18:00 - 20:30
Kites In Lightning is an indie rock / folk rock band in Fort Collins, Colorado which is focused on original music with elements of live looping and background video. Instrumentation ranges from pure acoustic instruments to electric guitars and electronic sound design and sometimes a blend of both acoustic and electronic elements.
https://www.kitesinlightning.com/

Dylan McCarthy and Eric Wiggs
2026-02-21 18:00 - 20:30
Award-winning instrumentalists, Eric Wiggs and Dylan McCarthy, are among the finest bluegrass musicians on the Front Range. With duet-style harmonies, top-notch musicianship and decades of experience between them, their set features selections from traditional bluegrass to contemporary acoustic Americana.

Beer Release: Sour Luck
2026-02-27 15:00 - 22:00
Sour barrel aged wheat conditioned with boysenberry – available on draft only.

Mountain Duo
2026-02-27 18:00 - 20:30
Hot guitars, high-energy grooves, crowd-pleasing tunes, and a surprising full-band sound — at a volume you can chat about. It’s “Guitar Music from the 20th Century” of every flavor. Enjoy.

GypsyWould
2026-02-28 18:00 - 20:30
Denny Driscoll knows a lot of songs. Come hear Tasteful Acoustic Music on guitar and vocals, from Americana to Zydeco accompanied this day by Lil Ms Hollie (vox) and Gypsy Jenny Manthey keeping the beat. You’ll think you’re somewhere else .

The Taco Man
2026-03-01 12:00 - 20:00
The Taco Man serves awesome food guaranteed. The freshest ingredients, from meat to produce. Real food with real taste. The Taco Man strives to serve the best tacos in northern Colorado.

Double Wide Burgers
2026-03-04 16:00 - 20:00
Double Wide Burgers is proudly serving Colorado dry aged beef and other delicious eats. We make everything fresh to order using high quality ingredients. Eat local and know where your food is coming from.

Yes Chef
2026-03-05 16:00 - 20:00
Husband and Wife Chefs creating fun and flavorful food to satisfy every palate!
Wagyu Burgers, Gyros, Fried Curds and always a few fun surprises to try.

Beer Release: Aces and Eights
2026-03-06 15:00 - 22:00
Aces and Eights is an Imperial Red Ale. Available on tap and in cans to-go.
Aces and Eights were the cards reportedly held by Old West gunfighter Wild Bill Hickok when he was murdered at the poker table. This seasonal ale pays homage to our building’s history: during its 100 years the City Star Barn allegedly changed hands twice during local poker games. Lace up your boots, this beer is big and resinous.

Mixed and Mashed
2026-03-07 12:00 - 20:00
To provide wholesome, satisfying meals at an excellent value, redefining the concept of a nourishing dining experience. Our commitment is to offer heartwarming and more fulfilling options, making every dollar spent with us a rewarding indulgence.

Sugar Britches
2026-03-13 18:00 - 20:30
Sugar Britches is a blend of mischievous high-brow honky-tonk with eclectic instrumental accompaniment and clever lyrics, written by Brian Johanson and performed by a cavalcade of characters. Combining good ‘ol country heartache along with snarky folksy wit, Sugar Britches has been playing non-stop throughout Colorado and Wyoming in bars, parking lots, weddings, bat mitzvahs, rodeos, amphitheaters and regular-ass theaters since 2017.
Recent highlights for the band include recognition on The Colorado Sound’s Top 20 List of Colorado Artists for 2021 and an opening slot at the legendary Mishawaka Amphitheatre for Wynonna Judd.
Sugar Britches also won Best New Band of 2018 and Best Country Band of 2019 from the Fort Collins Musicians Association and were nominated for Best Country Band of 2019 by the Denver Westword. They have opened up for many national touring artists, including Wynonna Judd & the Big Noise, Pokey LaFarge, Corb Lund, The Reverend Horton Heat and Jason Eady.
The band features a rotating cast of stellar roots musicians from the Front Range of Colorado, including Ben O’Connor, Ansel Foxley, Darren Radach, Lance Ruby and Tony Nascar.

Rainbow Flights
2026-03-14 - 2026-03-17
Taste the rainbow at City Star Brewing for St. Patrick’s Day! We’ll be pouring Rainbow colored beer flights featuring 5 magically delicious outlandish beers. Enjoy starting March 14th through St Patrick’s Day March 17th *while beers last.

MT'S Frybread and Indian Tacos
2026-03-19 16:00 - 20:00
We make Native American food and would love to share it with you. Indian tacos and frybread!

Up All Night Watchman Beer Release
2026-03-20 15:00 - 22:00
Night Watchman American Stout finished with coffee beans for an added robust flavor and caffeine zing. Available on draft only.

Eric Wiggs and Greg Schochet
2026-03-20 18:00 - 20:30
Musician and Educator Eric Wiggs has been performing and teaching for over 15 years. He holds a B.M in Jazz Studies/Music Media from the University of Alabama and a M.M. Jazz Performance/Pedagogy from CU-Boulder. He is currently guitarist/vocalist for Masontown (Denver, CO) and instrumentalist/vocalist for Honeytree Duo (Lyons, CO). He is the 2016 Rockygrass (CO State) Flatpicking Champion and host of two major Front-range jams at 12Degree Brewing (Louisville) and Long’s Peak Pub (Longmont, CO).
https://ericwiggs.com/
Greg Schochet is a full-time performer, teacher and producer in Boulder, Colorado. Equally adept on guitar and mandolin, he is fluent in number of acoustic and electric styles, including bluegrass, swing, and country.
A veteran of many touring and recording bands, his love of music and traveling has brought him to some of the most acclaimed venues in the country, including A Prairie Home Companion, Red Rocks, and the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, as well as the Rainforest World Music Festival in Malaysia.
Born and raised in the suburbs of New York city, Greg’s musical youth was framed by his father’s record collection and FM radio of the 70s and 80s. Combined with a deep love for all things traditional, twangy and old-timey, Greg’s musical sensibilities are wide-ranging and versatile.
He is an integral part of Colorado’s thriving roots music scene, and is a sought after instructor, session player, producer and collaborator.
fiddle tunes • old Western swing • country
http://www.gregschochet.com

Great American Nowhere
2026-03-21 18:00 - 20:30
Great American Nowhere is an emerging alternative country band based in Greeley Colorado. Over the years co lead singer Braydon Peterson has been developing his own brand and flavor of country music using elements from bluegrass, Midwest emo, tradition country, Red Dirt, influenced by bands like The Wilder Blue, Grateful Dead, Cross Canadian Ragweed and Turnpike troubadours.

We make lyric driven music with soaring vocal harmonies, catchy melodies and good pickin!

Mo's Beef
2026-03-24 16:00 - 20:00
Mo’s Beef is not just a food truck; it’s a story of love for Italian beef. We started with a vision to bring the authentic taste of Italian beef to Colorado. Our journey is filled with flavors, traditions, and a commitment to quality. Every bite of our Italian beef sandwiches reflects our dedication to perfection.

RAFT Chili Cook Off
2026-03-26 17:00 - 20:00
RAFT (Rural Alternative for Transportation) is hosting the Annual Chili Cook-Off at City Star Brewing to establish the Best of Berthoud for 2026! Red, green and white chilies by local restaurants and individuals.

Best of Berthoud will be determined by People’s Choice (voting ends at 7:30pm with winners announced by 8pm)

$20 tickets for sampling all of the chili entries and voting on the Best of Berthoud can be purchased online at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/chili-cookoff-8 and will be sold in the taproom the night of the contest.
City Star will also be contributing $1 to RAFT for each brew sold.

All proceeds will go to RAFT (Rural Alternative for Transportation) — a volunteer driver program serving older and disabled adults residing within the Berthoud Fire Protection District. In 2025, RAFT gave 4,131 rides for clients into Berthoud, Loveland, Longmont and adjacent areas! That’s over 75,500 miles driven and countless lives touched.

Beer Release: Humdinger Helles
2026-03-27 15:00 - 22:00
Traditional German Pale Lager, bright, light and crisp. Brewed with Root Shoot’s Thunder Pilsner Malt.

Kelly Aspen and Branden Sipes
2026-03-28 18:00 - 20:30
Singer-songwriter duo:
www.kellyaspen.com
www.brandensipes.com

Beer Release: Juicy Pale Ale
2026-04-03 15:00 - 22:00
Juicy pale ale brewed with Citra and Sabro hops. Available on tap and in cans to-go.

The High Road Home
2026-04-04 18:00 - 20:30
The High Road Home is a progressive bluegrass band with a soulful Americana and folk twist, based in the heart of Colorado.

Founded by songwriter David Allen Willis, the band crafts songs steeped in storytelling and raw emotion, drawing deeply from Dave’s roots in a family of railroaders and blue-collar workers. With lyrics that explore themes of wanderlust, generational resilience, and the pursuit of self-betterment, The High Road Home takes listeners on a journey through the complexities of life. Their music is a heartfelt celebration of breaking cycles and embracing a new vision of positive masculinity, anchored in vulnerability and self-awareness.
The band’s lineup features Dave on guitar and lead vocals, Adam Hines on banjo, Chase Marler on mandolin, and Lena Dow’s rich, grounding upright bass. Together, their sound is both timeless and contemporary, blending traditional bluegrass instrumentation with modern lyrical depth. Songs like “American Dream” and “Never Flown” speak to the restless spirit of a traveling man, while tracks such as “Lay My Burden Down” and “Gonna Make It” delve into the struggles of perseverance and redemption. Their music balances the tension between yearning for freedom and the pull of home, crafting a sonic landscape that resonates with authenticity and grit.
At its core, The High Road Home is about connection—between the past and present, between people, and between the open road and the comforting embrace of home. With evocative lyrics like “Take the next turn and try to get lost” and “Push on through to the other side,” their songs invite listeners to reflect on their own paths. Whether performing in a cozy mountain venue or under the expansive Colorado sky, The High Road Home captivates audiences with their emotive storytelling and intricate musicianship, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who hear them.
https://thehighroadhome.com/

Beer Release: Calamity Jane
2026-04-10 15:00 - 22:00
Orange Creamsicle Blonde Ale. This beer is named after Calamity Jane a woman of the Wild West known for her sharp shooting whiskey swilling and kindness toward others. “I figure if a girl wants to be a legend she should just go ahead and be one.” – Calamity Jane
This brew will be available on draft and in 16oz. cans to-go.

Danny Shafer
2026-04-12 17:00 - 19:30
The Marquee Magazine writes “Rarely has one singer songwriter caused such a stir”. Danny Shafer with over 200 shows a year brings his acclaimed songwriting and fingerstyle guitar to every setting. “Shafer has kept the front range jumping and hollering for some time” – The Boulder Weekly. Both in a solo show or full Americana band The 21st Century Shafer has brought his music and audience to esteemed venues such as The Rocky Mountain Folks Festival, The Boulder Theater, The Fox Theatre,Swallow Hill and many more festivals, colleges, clubs all over the country. In the spring of 2013 Tolstar – Goathouse Records releases Danny Shafers new recording titled Wherever You Are. Varied yet Consistent The Colorado Daily writes, “Danny Shafer does it all”!
https://www.dannyshafer.com/

NOCO Pizza Company
2026-04-15 16:00 - 20:00
NOCO Pizza Company is a wood fired pizza truck traveling around northern colorado serving up thin, crispy pizzas and our famous meatballs. Ask about weekly specials!

Beer Release: Proper Drop ESB
2026-04-17 15:00 - 22:00
Extra Special Bitter, an English style-pale ale with a balance of malt and hops. Available on tap and in cans to-go.

Mike Finders Duo
2026-04-17 18:00 - 20:30
Mike Finders is a guitarist, bandleader, singer, entertainer, educator in his multi-decade career in story and song. For the last fifteen years he has toured Colorado and the West with his bluegrass band, FY5, as well as his blues band, Spidercat. He is a two-time winner of the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest at Merlefest in Wilkesboro, NC, and his songs are regularly played not only on syndicated and public radio, but also at jams around campfires at bluegrass festivals across the west. In between his band endeavors, one of Mike’s favorite things to do is perform solo or duo.
Mike is focused on providing entertainment for crowds ranging from busy bar rooms to attentive folk enthusiasts. He has hundreds of songs in his repertoire and is able to pull ones to fit the occasion and room. His singing is authentic, familiar, and nuanced as one might expect a veteran folk performer to sing, while his guitar playing is suited to match the singer and song, with flourishes of blues and bluegrass licks to showcase his chops. Always ready to include stories with his songs, Mike is a gifted MC, and can bring the room together with an affable and humorous delivery.

Derek Dames Ohl
2026-04-18 18:00 - 20:30
“Derek Dames Ohl is like warm butter on hot bread with blustering conduct. As a modern-day herald, Derek keeps his roots close with a six-string on his back, ping-ponging across the United States, sharing songs at every bar or dive that dares. His sounds eclipse and perfect everything from Country, Blues, and Honky-Tonk. His pride lies in keeping the American roots music tradition alive, with punchy guitar playing that’ll surely leave listeners stomping the floorboards. Derek has been compared to artists like John Prine and Guy Clark with his quirky one moment, and woeful the next, songwriting style.”
https://derekdamesohlmuzak.com

Lloyd Drust
2026-04-19 17:00 - 19:30
We welcome one of our favorite regulars to the mic… Berthoud’s own singer-songwriter Lloyd Drust. Songs from the Lost and Found: songs of new found love, lost love and everything in between.
