SHINER FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Brewery Hours and Information

Here are some frequently asked questions. In this section, you can click on the question to go directly to the answer or scroll down to see all the FAQs in this section.

I was looking to drive from Waco to Shiner for the weekend and I want to tour the brewery with my friends. What time does it open on the weekends? Are there other things to do in Shiner?

Q:

I was looking to drive from Waco to Shiner for the weekend and I want to tour the brewery with my friends. What time does it open on the weekends? Are there other things to do in Shiner?


A:

Sorry to disappoint you, but the Spoetzl Brewery and Brewery tours are always closed on weekends.In the summer, from Memorial Day to the Friday before Labor Day, we offer additional tours along with our regular tours at 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., but all are only on weekdays. Groups of 20 or more have to call for a special tour.

Brewery Tours: (Monday - Friday)

  • 10:00 a.m. (in the summer only)
  • 11:00 a.m.
  • 1:30 p.m.
  • 2:30 p.m. (in the summer only)

Spoetzl Brewery Gift Shop Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

In addition, both the Gift Shop and the Brewery are closed for the following holidays:

  • Good Friday (April 2nd - April 3rd)
  • Memorial Day (May 31st)
  • Independence Day (July 5th)
  • Labor Day (September 6th)
  • Thanksgiving (November 25th - 27th)
  • Christmas (December 24th - 25th)

And yes, there’s plenty to do in and around Shiner on weekends. Call the Shiner Chamber of Commerce directly at (361) 594-4180 (or write them at P.O. Box 221 / Shiner, Texas 77984) for events and information.

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