Fifth Ward Brewing Company (Craft Beer & Brewery in Oshkosh WI)

Fifth Ward Brewing Company in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is a small‑batch operation that manages to be both inventive and faithful to its local roots. With 22 taps spilling everything from punchy IPAs to velvety stouts, the lineup also includes crisp lagers, tart sours and classic ales—all brewed with the kind of precision that would make a watchmaker weep with envy.

The taproom doubles as a modest concert hall, complete with a unique live‑music stage where local bands crank out the soundtrack to your drinking. On vinyl‑record nights patrons get to spin their own choices, adding a retro charm to the experience (the founders, long‑time friends, decided early on that music should be as carefully curated as the beer). Barrel‑aged stouts sit proudly alongside a rotating selection of sour beers that balance acidity with fruit‑forward nuance.

Food isn’t an afterthought either; handmade, made‑to‑order pizzas arrive hot, pairing perfectly with the brews. Outside, a lively beer garden invites you to soak up the Midwestern work ethic that underpins every pour. In short, Fifth Ward offers a convivial space to savour quality craftsmanship while creating a few good memories along the way.

Recent Beer Releases

Blueberry Pomegranate Frootenanny

2026-08-14

Frooted Sour Ale

Hot Donna

2026-08-07

Red IPA

Hopscotch #3

2026-07-31

Midwest Pale Ale

Neighborhood Light

2026-07-24

American Lager

Thomas' Handsome Pucker

2026-07-16

Cocktail Inspired Sour

Shore Shack Frootenanny

2026-07-16

Tropical Sour

Oktoberfest

2026-07-11

German Festbier

Why we love this brewery

What visitors love

Fifth Ward Brewing Company is praised for its welcoming atmosphere, offering a dog-friendly brewery with outdoor seating, live music, and a vast beer selection to suit various tastes. Events like drag brunches and vinyl record nights are also highly regarded.