RAK will be closed at 3PM on Saturday, December 6th.
FREDERICK'S PREMIER CRAFT HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE

Christmas is Taking Over Sagner Ave.!

Join us at RAK Brewing Co. for festive drinks, seasonal food, immersive holiday décor,
and plenty of Christmas cheer throughout the entire holiday season.

Festive Libations

Small-batch winter warmers, spiced cask pours, holiday ales, and handcrafted seasonal cocktails.

Cozy Atmosphere

Floor-to-ceiling vintage lights, roaring outdoor fire pits, heated tents, and holiday tunes.

Comfort Food Menu

RAK's elevated scratch kitchen serving hearty tavern specials, warm bites, and seasonal pairings.

No Cover Charge

Free entry for regular hours. Bring friends, family, and pup- friendly patio crowds anytime.

TAPROOM OPERATING SCHEDULE

Holiday Pop-Up Hours

Join us for merry pours all season long. Check our phase schedules below as hours expand during the peak Christmas weeks!

Walk-ins Welcome: Seating is first-come, first-served across our taproom, bar counter, and heated holiday patio.

No Tickets Required for General Pop-Up Visits!

Walk-ins are welcomed and encouraged throughout the season during our standard hours. Simply bundle up and head over to Sagner Ave.!

FULL SEASON SCHEDULE
PHASE 1

Opening Week

November 4 – 8
Wednesday, Nov 4
3 – 9 PM
Thursday, Nov 5
3 – 10 PM
Friday, Nov 6
3 – 10 PM
Saturday, Nov 7
11 AM – 10 PM
Sunday, Nov 8
11 AM – 5 PM
Notice: Closed November 9–11 for final mid-season holiday staging.
STANDARD RUN

Regular Holiday Hours

November 12 – January 10
Sunday 11 AM – 8 PM
Monday 3 – 9 PM
Tuesday 3 – 9 PM
Wednesday 3 – 9 PM
Thursday 3 – 10 PM
Friday 3 – 11 PM
Saturday 11 AM – 11 PM
Full bar pours
Full kitchen daily
PEAK HOLIDAY

Extended Weekday Hours

December 21 – January 3

During this peak holiday vacation period, our weekday hours will be extended for early lunchtime gatherings, afternoon flights, and holiday celebrations:

Monday 11 AM – 9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM – 9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM – 9 PM
Thursday 11 AM – 10 PM
Holiday lunch service begins at 11:00 AM daily throughout these dates.
EXCLUSIVE TICKETED SPECIAL EVENT
SPECIAL PREVIEW EVENT

Christmas in Frederick: Holiday Pop-Up Bar Preview Night

Be the first to experience both Frederick holiday pop-up bars in one festive evening! Hop between RAK Brewing Co. and True Standard Distilling for an exclusive pre-opening celebration.

ONLY 150 TICKETS! ONCE THEY’RE GONE, THEY’RE GONE!
EVENT DETAILS

Thursday, November 5, 2026

$45 per person

21+ Only
STEP 1 • CHECK-IN HERE
START HERE — BOTH TIME SLOTS

RAK Brewing Co.

400 Sagner Ave., Frederick, MD

Check in, grab your commemorative wristband and drink tickets, and get ready to kick off the holiday fun with your first seasonal brew!

STEP 2 • THE HOP
THEN HEAD TO

True Standard Distilling

10 N Carroll St., Frederick, MD

Keep the holiday hopping going with more festive craft cocktails, holiday magic, distilled spirits, and merry tavern fun!

CHOOSE YOUR TIME SLOT

Select your preferred 3.5-hour experience window during registration on Eventbrite:

SLOT A

3:30 – 7:00 PM

Early Evening Pour

SLOT B

7:30 – 11:00 PM

Late Night Merriment

TICKET INCLUSIONS

Your ticket includes admission to BOTH Christmas bars, one complimentary drink at each location, and the freedom to hop back and forth between both bars as much as you’d like during your selected time slot.

SPECIAL EXP ERIENCE ADD-ON
$25 / person

Double-Decker Christmas Bus Add-On

Guests can add a Double-Decker Christmas Bus ride for $25 per person. The Maryland Double-Decker will begin running at 4:00 PM from RAK Brewing Co. and continue throughout the evening, with the final bus departing True Standard Distilling at 11:00 PM.

RAK’s full food menu available for purchase. Food will not be available at True Standard during Preview Night.

Guests should come dressed festive (holiday sweaters, seasonal flair!) and bring a valid ID (21+).

One week before the event, ticket holders will receive an email with all special details to make the most of the hop.

STRICT 150 TICKET CAPACITY

Secure Your Spot for the Preview Bar Hop

Tickets sold via Eventbrite. Instant digital ticket confirmation.

TWO DESTINATIONS IN HISTORIC FREDERICK

Pop-Up Locations & Getting Here

Visit RAK Brewing Co. on Sagner Ave. throughout the season, or hop between both spots during Preview Night on November 5.

MAIN HOLIDAY POP-UP

RAK Brewing Co.

Christmas on Sagner Headquarters
PREVIEW NIGHT PARTNER

True Standard Distilling

Downtown Frederick Distilling Co.
Hop bus departs every 20-30 mins during Preview Night.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a ticket to visit Christmas on Sagner?

No! Tickets are strictly for the special Holiday Pop-Up Bar Preview Night on November 5. For the rest of the season (Nov 4 – Jan 10), RAK Brewing Co. is fully open to the public on a walk-in basis with no admission charge.

The Maryland Double-Decker runs continuously on a quick loop between RAK Brewing Co. and True Standard Distilling from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Preview Night. Buses arrive every few minutes!

Yes, families are welcome during standard hours in our taproom and heated patio areas. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are permitted in all outdoor patio spaces. Preview Night is 21+ only.

Yes, RAK’s full kitchen operates daily during all standard hours. During
Preview Night, food is available for purchase at RAK Brewing Co., but not at
True Standard Distilling.