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What?Trivia
Nov
20

What?Trivia

Let's see how smart you are! Come test your knowledge at our weekly Wednesday trivia. Categories include sports, movies, current events, music and much more!

  • Four rounds of five questions

  • Photo and bonus rounds

  • Build a team up to eight players

  • Live DJ taking song requests

  • Prizes for 1st and 2nd place!

$35 1st place gift card
$25 2nd place gift card

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Grace & The Ghost
Nov
22

Grace & The Ghost

"Hard indie" band Grace & the Ghost brings an alt rock ethos with a singer/songwriter soul to their original music and select covers. Drawing inspiration from all over the map, the group fuses poetic lyrics, spontaneous jams, and driving riffs to create a sound that is all their own. 

When: Friday November 22nd | 7PM
Where: Portico Brewing, 101 South St., Somerville

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What?Trivia
Nov
27

What?Trivia

Let's see how smart you are! Come test your knowledge at our weekly Wednesday trivia. Categories include sports, movies, current events, music and much more!

  • Four rounds of five questions

  • Photo and bonus rounds

  • Build a team up to eight players

  • Live DJ taking song requests

  • Prizes for 1st and 2nd place!

$35 1st place gift card
$25 2nd place gift card

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Spoondrift
Nov
29

Spoondrift

Described as “electric Americana with a psychedelic tinge”, Spoondrift has taken the Boston jam band scene by storm with their inspired and contemplative original songs, groove-based improvisation, and energetic covers.

Date: Friday November 29th
Time: 7pm - 9:30pm
Where: Portico Brewing - 101 South St., Somerville, MA

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Nightmare Before Christmas
Dec
13

Nightmare Before Christmas

Join us on Friday December 13th for a spooktacular Nightmare Before Christmas holiday party at the brewery! 🎃🎄 Come dressed as your favorite Tim Burton character, in an ugly sweater, or just rock your best winter onsie - we don’t care! Enjoy both eerie and Christmas-ey decorations, live music from Yours Truly Band and craft your best LEGO tree ornament that would make even Jack Skellington proud!

When: Friday December 13th | 6pm - 10pm
Where: Portico Brewing | 101 South Street, Somerville MA

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South Street Sessions: House Party
Nov
15

South Street Sessions: House Party

Portico’s South Street Sessions Presents: ‘House Party.’ Dive into a classic mix of IDM, acid house, and electrifying electro beats from our buddies @acid.basket. 🍻 Bring your friends and groove to the timeless rhythms in a chill, hoppy atmosphere. 🎶💥

Friday November 15th
6-9:30pm

Portico Brewing
101 South St., Somerville, MA 02143

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Brickbottom Open Studios Sneak Peak
Nov
14

Brickbottom Open Studios Sneak Peak

Brickbottom Open Studios Sneak Peak

On Thursday November 14th from 6-8pm we’ll be hosting a sneak preview of Brickbottom Open Studios, held on November 23-24, noon-5pm. Portico will be hosting a handful of artists who will be on site to talk about and display their work in anticipation of Open Studios the following weekend.

Date: Thursday November 14
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Portico Brewing, 101 South St., Somerville, MA 02143

More Information about Open Studios

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What?Trivia
Nov
13

What?Trivia

Let's see how smart you are! Come test your knowledge at our weekly Wednesday trivia. Categories include sports, movies, current events, music and much more!

  • Four rounds of five questions

  • Photo and bonus rounds

  • Build a team up to eight players

  • Live DJ taking song requests

  • Prizes for 1st and 2nd place!

$35 1st place gift card
$25 2nd place gift card

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Scam Likely
Nov
8

Scam Likely

Scam Likely, a Boston-based cover band is bringing the party to Portico! From classic rock anthems to today's hits, they’ve got a killer setlist that's sure to bring the house down. So grab your squad, sip on some craft beers, and get ready to sing, dance, and party the night away. 🍺✨

Date: Friday Nov. 8th
Time: 7 - 9:30
Where: Portico Brewing, 101 South St., Somerville, MA 02143

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What?Trivia
Nov
6

What?Trivia

Let's see how smart you are! Come test your knowledge at our weekly Wednesday trivia. Categories include sports, movies, current events, music and much more!

  • Four rounds of five questions

  • Photo and bonus rounds

  • Build a team up to eight players

  • Live DJ taking song requests

  • Prizes for 1st and 2nd place!

$35 1st place gift card
$25 2nd place gift card

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What?Trivia
Oct
30

What?Trivia

Let's see how smart you are! Come test your knowledge at our weekly Wednesday trivia. Categories include sports, movies, current events, music and much more!

  • Four rounds of five questions

  • Photo and bonus rounds

  • Build a team up to eight players

  • Live DJ taking song requests

  • Prizes for 1st and 2nd place!

$35 1st place gift card
$25 2nd place gift card

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Pup-O-Ween
Oct
27

Pup-O-Ween

PUP-O-WEEN!

Join us for the inaugural Portico Pup-O-Ween at Portico Brewing! Dress up your furry friend in their spookiest, silliest, or most creative costume and compete in our contests including Best Dog Costume, Musical Sit, and Treat Toss for a chance to win fun prizes. We are working with one of our favorite local rescues, Great Dog Rescue New England, who will accepting donations at checkout. Tickets are limited. Treats and Goodies by Scritches & Boops!

When: Sunday October 27
Time: 1-4pm
Where: Portico Brewing - 101 South St., Somerville, MA

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Yours Truly Band
Oct
25

Yours Truly Band

A special acoustic trio performance by Portico’s resident band, Yours Truly! Prepare to be swept away by their mesmerizing melodies, infectious energy, and a vibe that's truly (heh) out of this world.

Date: Friday October 25th
Time: 7pm - 9:00pm
Where: Portico Brewing - 101 South St., Somerville, MA 02143

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What?Trivia
Oct
23

What?Trivia

Let's see how smart you are! Come test your knowledge at our weekly Wednesday trivia. Categories include sports, movies, current events, music and much more!

  • Four rounds of five questions

  • Photo and bonus rounds

  • Build a team up to eight players

  • Live DJ taking song requests

  • Prizes for 1st and 2nd place!

$35 1st place gift card
$25 2nd place gift card

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Zombie Pub Crawl
Oct
19

Zombie Pub Crawl

Zombie Pub Crawl

On the 19th of October, the undead of Cambridge, Somerville, and beyond, will rise and swarm the streets in search of brains, booze, or both...

The Camberville Zombie Pub Crawl is back from the dead for it's fifth year! Throw on your best zombie attire and join the horde for an event that should not be missed.

The schedule is as follows:

  • Portico Brewing: 5-6:30pm

  • Remnant Satellite: 6:30-8pm

  • The New Republik/An Sibin: 8-9:30pm

  • The Turing Tavern: 9:30-11pm

  • Trina's Starlite Lounge/Parlor Sports: 11-12:30am

  • The Druid: 12:30-2am

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Silent Book Club
Oct
19

Silent Book Club

Come to Portico on Saturday 10/19 for a Silent Book Club, where you read independently and share in community - all while enjoying the food and drink at the Brewery! We will enjoy an hour of independent, silent reading and then come together as a group and share and discuss our books.

1:00-1:30 - Arrive, say hello, find a cozy spot, get some food and drinks!
1:30-2:30 - Silent, independent reading
2:30-3:00 - Book share and discussion

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South Street Sessions: Welcome to the Bass State
Oct
18

South Street Sessions: Welcome to the Bass State

Portico’s South Street Sessions Presents: ‘Welcome to the Bass State.’ Dive into a classic mix of IDM, acid house, and electrifying electro beats from our friends @acid.basket. 🍻 Bring your friends and groove to the timeless rhythms in a chill, hoppy atmosphere. 🎶💥

Friday October 18th
6-9:30pm

Portico Brewing
101 South St., Somerville, MA 02143

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What?Trivia
Oct
16

What?Trivia

Let's see how smart you are! Come test your knowledge at our weekly Wednesday trivia. Categories include sports, movies, current events, music and much more!

  • Four rounds of five questions

  • Photo and bonus rounds

  • Build a team up to eight players

  • Live DJ taking song requests

  • Prizes for 1st and 2nd place!

$35 1st place gift card
$25 2nd place gift card

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What?Trivia
Oct
9

What?Trivia

Let's see how smart you are! Come test your knowledge at our weekly Wednesday trivia. Categories include sports, movies, current events, music and much more!

  • Four rounds of five questions

  • Photo and bonus rounds

  • Build a team up to eight players

  • Live DJ taking song requests

  • Prizes for 1st and 2nd place!

$35 1st place gift card
$25 2nd place gift card

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Low Rez Game Night
Oct
5

Low Rez Game Night

Take a break from the January doldrums and come to a nostalgic night of retro glee and 8-bit vibes at Portico’s Low Rez Game Night! Sip our Hazy IPA, Low Rez, while playing classic games like Super Smash Brothers, Goldeneye, Super Mario Kart, Double Dragon, and more! We’ll have three stations set up with different gaming options (NES/SNES, N64, and Switch) as well as Jackbox games (eg. Drawful, Quiplash, Fibbage) on the bar TV where anyone with a phone can take part!

When: Saturday, October 5th
Time: 6PM - 10PM
Where: Portico Brewing - 101 South St., Somerville, MA 02143

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Build Our Next Tap Handle LEGO Contest
Oct
3

Build Our Next Tap Handle LEGO Contest

Join us on Thursday October 3rd for a chance to show off your LEGO building skills. You'll be constructing a one-of-a-kind tap handle out of LEGO bricks that could be featured at our brewery forever!

Rules:

  • Tap handles must be no wider than 6x6 LEGO studs (or 2" wide) and 10" tall. No restriction between round or square handle shapes - it's up to you!

  • LEGO bricks will be provided. Participants may bring their own, but if selected, they must part with their winning bricks.

  • Build alone or in teams of up to 4 people

Signup Here

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What?Trivia
Oct
2

What?Trivia

Let's see how smart you are! Come test your knowledge at our weekly Wednesday trivia. Categories include sports, movies, current events, music and much more!

  • Four rounds of five questions

  • Photo and bonus rounds

  • Build a team up to eight players

  • Live DJ taking song requests

  • Prizes for 1st and 2nd place!

$35 1st place gift card
$25 2nd place gift card

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DJ Chuck River
Sep
27

DJ Chuck River

DJ Chuck River

Join us for a relaxing evening of deep and subtle house music by local DJ Chuck River. Sip on our latest brews while enjoying his chill background beats that set the mood just right.

Date: Friday Sep. 27
Time: 7:30 - 10pm
Where: Portico Brewing, 101 South St., Somerville, MA 02143

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What?Trivia
Sep
25

What?Trivia

Let's see how smart you are! Come test your knowledge at our weekly Wednesday trivia. Categories include sports, movies, current events, music and much more!

  • Four rounds of five questions

  • Photo and bonus rounds

  • Build a team up to eight players

  • Live DJ taking song requests

  • Prizes for 1st and 2nd place!

$35 1st place gift card
$25 2nd place gift card

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Oktoberfest!
Sep
21

Oktoberfest!

Come celebrate Portico’s second annual Oktoberfest! We’ll be offering up German beers and food specials, outdoor games, and live music all day in the Somerville taproom and on the appropriately-themed patio. Lederhosen and drindls welcomed, nay, encouraged!

Live music starts at 2pm, food specials ‘til 8pm. Free entry!

🍺 German beers include: Bauhaus Festbier and Kindred Kolsch, alongside mainstay Two Point Pilsner

🥨 Pretzels and German-themed food specisls from Taqueria El Barrio

🍺 Steinholding competitions

🪕 Live Music

See you there!

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