FREE SHOW IN THE TAPROOM // FIRST COME - FIRST SERVED SEATING // NO TICKETS, RESERVATIONS OR RSVP NEEDED Cat Lines is the music director, fiddle player and female lead singer/songwriter for NEMA nominated Country/Americana group North County Band. In 2024, the band performed over 100 shows throughout the Northeast, including appearances at The Big E Fair, Park City Music Hall, the Bridgewater Fair, and the Edmond Town Hall. 

TICKETED SHOW IN THE BACKSPACE // 6:30PM DOORS - 7PM MUSIC There are Neil Young tribute bands, and there is Brian Dolzani as The Loner. Experience Brian’s remarkably natural Neil Young tone and music as you never have before in an intimate club environment. Performing a solo set as well as a full band set, come hear acclaimed singer/songwriter Brian Dolzani sing Neil Young hits and deep cuts. Don’t miss this unique show of nostalgia and artistry. 

TICKETED SHOW IN THE BACKSPACE // 6:30PM DOORS - 7PM MUSIC Eamon O’Leary and Jefferson Hamer (aka The Murphy Beds) present traditional and original folk songs with close harmonies and deft instrumental arrangements on bouzouki, guitar, and mandolin. In 2021 they released their second album, titled “Easy Way Down”, which The Irish Echo called “an incredible collection of songs delivered with grace and ease.” They have toured extensively throughout Europe and North America, with performances at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., Alaska Folk Festival, Milwaukee Irish Festival, WGBH Boston’s Celtic Sojourn, Doolin Folk Festival (Ireland), and Unamplifire Festival (London). Eamon and Jefferson began playing together at traditional music sessions in New York City. They shared an interest in collecting, arranging, and performing songs from Irish, American, Scottish, and English traditions. As they began to collaborate — first in larger ensembles, but most enduringly as a duo — they also recognized an affinity for other more contemporary idioms. Whatever the source — songs of the Irish travelers, Arkansas spirituals, or their own compositions — their arrangements feature the same carefully wrought interplay of voices and strings. In reference to a pair of their original songs, The New Yorker wrote, “with crispy guitar licks and geographic lyrics about a wandering worker… it reminds me of Woody Guthrie’s Columbia River song series,” … “I want to describe it as an Ian Tyson-esque ballad about a man stranded on an island and then lost at sea, but it feels more like a chain of imagistic verses that take you through a dreamscape.” As well as playing with many friends and comrades from the ’trad’ music world they have also performed and collaborated with artists across the folk spectrum including Beth Orton, Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy, Anais Mitchell, and Sam Amidon. 

FREE SHOW IN THE TAPROOM // FIRST COME - FIRST SERVED SEATING // NO TICKETS, RESERVATIONS OR RSVP NEEDED Nathaniel Hintz is a singer/songwriter from Connecticut. Nathaniel's influence comes from Country & Western, Rock & Roll, and Gospel music. His Southern New England twang has been heard in breweries, festivals, and music venues throughout the United States. 

TICKETED SHOW - LIVE IN THE BACKSPACE // DOORS 6:30pm - MUSIC 7pm // GENERAL ADMISSION // NO RESERVED SEATING From launch to impact Missiles to Malta carves its own sonic trajectory through the post punk indie rock orbit. The Bethel, CT five-piece is anchored by driving bass & drums. Fueled by ribbons of electric guitar. Bolstered by ethereal organ and evocative vocals. Together this bestows a rewarding fusion of tension & release. A melodic mirror for a world that overlooks two halves of the same whole. Kong Moon is New Hampshire's premiere psych-folk-prog-rock power trio which brings a blend of raw and polished original music unlike anything you've heard before. 

TICKETED SHOW IN THE BACKSPACE // DOORS 1:30pm - MUSIC 2pm Irish Folk Songs, Sea Shanties, & Drinking Songs. A Drop Of The Pure are: Patrick Dalton, Tucker Smiley, Dan Dalton, Greg Mayer, MorganEve Swain, and Tim Dalton 

6PM IN THE TAPROOM // SESSION OPEN TO ACOUSTIC MUSICIANS // FIRST COME - FIRST SERVED SEATING // NO TICKETS OR RSVP REQUIRED Join fiddler & accordionist Damien Connolly for an evening of communal music-making, joyful melodies, and the one-of-a-kind atmosphere that only happens at a session. Traditional players are welcome to bring their instruments and join the fray, all others are welcome to simply come enjoy the music over a few pints. *note to musicians: melody players are welcome, accompanists by invite only. 

TICKETED SHOW IN THE BACKSPACE // DOORS 6:30pm ~ MUSIC 7pm Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a lively tribute to the music of Van the Man, the Belfast Cowboy...Sir George Ivan "Van" Morrison. Matt Rhone, Hitch & the Giddyup and other special guests will present a performance of Van's best known songs & his deep cuts - a lovingly-played set of some of the best songs of our time, from one of the greatest of all Irish singer-songwriters. 

FREE SHOW IN THE TAPROOM // FIRST COME - FIRST SERVED SEATING // NO TICKETS, RESERVATIONS OR RSVP NEEDED Ramblin' Dan Stevens performs a mix of traditional fingerstyle blues, Americana and originals, and has entertained audiences throughout the United States, Germany, UK, Canada, and US Virgin Islands. His unique style of "bottleneck" slide playing, popularized by early Mississippi Delta bluesmen, includes use of a homemade, three stringed "Cigar Box Guitar" and one stringed "Diddly Bow", both primitive blues instruments. A finalist in the International Blues Challenge on Beale St. in Memphis, TN and protégé of the legendary folk and blues icon Dave Van Ronk, Dan has been lauded as a raconteur and for the authenticity of his approach. 

TICKETED SHOW IN THE BACKSPACE // 6:30PM DOORS - 7PM MUSIC Join us for a special night celebrating the Grateful Dead’s beloved 1981 live acoustic double album Reckoning, performed by "Faded Is The Crimson", an All-star band led by guitarist JD Seem (of Faster Things – Allman Brothers Tribute). The lineup includes Doug Marino (of Laughin' Bones and Alligator bands) on keys and vocals, Barry Blumenfeld (of CT Grateful Dead Allstars and Bone Dry bands) on Guitar and Vocals, Pat Lavery (of Mystic Bowie and the Christopher Robin Band) on bass and vocals and Hans Broecking (Fuzz and Friends, Shell Shockt)) on drums and vocals. This special lineup will gather to revive the spirit of those intimate 1980 shows—stripped-down arrangements, sweet harmonies, and that unmistakable Dead warmth. 

1-5pm AT NOD HILL // BREWERY CLOSED TO PUBLIC DURING EVENT // 21+ ONLY This intimate event celebrates traditionally-served cask ales & lagers, and the CT breweries who share a passion for brewing these lively, balanced & delicious beers. Enjoy a convivial atmosphere perfectly suited for the enjoyment of cask beer - meet the brewers behind them and hang with like-minded folks who share a love of cask ale, all while enjoying a few pints, oysters, great music & food! Attendance at this fest is kept limited to ensure no lines, plenty of sampling, and time to chat with brewers. 2026 PARTICIPATING BREWERIES Broken Symmetry ~ Caius Farm Brewery ~ Counter Weight Brewing Co ~ Dead Language Beer Project ~ East Rock Brewing Co ~ Fox Farm Brewery ~ New England Brewing Co ~ New Park Brewing ~ Newsylum Brewing Co ~ Nod Hill Brewery ~ OEC Brewing ~ Vue Brewing Co ~ Watson Farmhouse Brewery ~ Willimantic Brewing Co ~ Woodbury Brewing Company $65 GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET INCLUDES: 4 hours unlimited sampling of 25+ cask beers An exclusive 20oz mug - taste a few oz at a time or have a whole pint when you find a cask you love A food voucher for use at Mestezo Grill or Precious Oysters [additional food available for purchase from both] Live tunes by Chris Cavaliere $20 DESIGNATED DRIVER TICKET INCLUDES Unlimited soft drinks + food voucher for use at Mestezo Grill or Precious Oysters PLEASE NOTE: *do not* include the DD when prompted for number of guests, only include the number of GA tickets. You will have an opportunity to purchase DD tickets as an "add-on" after purchasing regular tickets. DD tickets cannot be purchased without GA tickets - contact us at info@nodhillbrewery.com if you need additional DD tickets. 7% of GA ticket sales will be donated to the Norwalk River Watershed Association, a non-profit group that works to protect water quality, fish + wildlife, and the riverbanks, meadows and forests surrounding the Norwalk River, which flows through our property. 

DOORS 6:30pm // SHOW 7pm // 21+ ONLY First Drink included in ticket price! The Backspace transforms into a comedy club on Tuesday March 24! Featuring Meghan Hanley - a Brooklyn based, internationally touring stand-up comedian, who has been featured in Forbes, and appeared on AXSTV’s “Gotham Comedy Live,” The MSG Network, DreamsTV, Fox’s “Laughs” and “Red Eye.” In 2023, her Dry Bar Comedy Special “Friends With Kids,” premiered on The App and her comedy album, “This Happy,” debuted at number 1 on the iTunes charts. Hanley’s quick wit and upbeat persona, have lead to her being featured in several Festivals, and two tours with Armed Forces Entertainment, providing laughter to our Troops overseas. She’s also a favorite for fundraisers, and corporate clients, including The NFL, Bank of America, The Girl Scouts, Intel and Samsung. As a writer/presenter, Meghan co-wrote and co-hosted the program for Fordham University’s Inaugural Athletics Gala, as well as Advertising Week NY’s“The Future is Female Awards.” Additionally, Meghan smiles a lot, which some people find suspicious, but mostly endearing. Gary Alexis has been featured at Jokers Wild Comedy Club and plays clubs and colleges all over New England. Hosted by Kevin Fitzgerald. 

FREE SHOW IN THE TAPROOM // FIRST COME - FIRST SERVED SEATING // NO TICKETS, RESERVATIONS OR RSVP NEEDED A little bit of this and a little bit of that will help you find the right balance. Everything in moderation you say? That's right! And that is what you will discover and enjoy from the musical collection of Dan Tressler. Over the past 20 years Dan Tressler has found himself deeply involved with Choral Music, Bluegrass Bands, Southern Rock Bands, Experimental Music, Reggae Music, Gospel Music...he is basically an all around Americana and World Music advocate. 

TICKETED SHOW IN THE BACKSPACE // 6:30PM DOORS - 7:00PM MUSIC Tom Petty Night is a high-energy celebration of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers—a hit-stacked, sing-along rock show built for packed rooms and big smiles. Presented by scene veterans The Walrus Heartbreakers, Tom Petty Night delivers that unmistakable Petty spirit: driving guitars, tight grooves, soaring harmonies, and the kind of feel-good setlist that keeps crowds leaning in and shouting every chorus back at the band. It’s “pure unbridled rock n roll” and “Hit. After. Hit."