DREKKER'S SUPER MEGA EXPANSION! WRITTEN BY: KRISSY NESS PHOTOS BY: URBAN TOAD MEDIA <strong>The</strong> wheels on the machine that is Drekker Brewing Company have been turning since the fall of 2014, with the opening of their first brewery in downtown Fargo. <strong>The</strong>n, in the fall of 2018, they moved to their current location, just west of downtown Fargo, in an old railroad repair shop from the early 1880s that transformed into the beautiful space it is today. <strong>The</strong> most recent cog in this machine began turning in March of <strong>2023</strong>, which is flawlessly named, Brewhalla. Bringing new and exciting events to the community is what Drekker is all about. People from all over the country have poured into their taprooms to not only experience their wide variety of beer and alcoholic treats but also to be a part of the magic. "We're just excited to be a part of a community that wants to add to that experience and have a life that is fun, strange, cool, and fulfilling," exclaimed Mark Bjornstad, co-owner of Drekker Brewing Company. Drekker is known for throwing some off-the-wall events where you will find <strong>–</strong> onsite flash tattoo artists, tarot readings, an entire carnival taking over their parking lot, live music, and so much more. That energy has transferred soundly into Brewhalla. With an impressive four stories, this space holds shops of all varieties, including but not limited to - a craft store, a plant shop, various types of food and drink, including two additional bars exclusively serving Drekker's fun and inventive tap beers and tasty frozen treats, and two event spaces. Not to mention ample space to lounge on the second floor, and two additional levels of hotel rooms, which will be available to book soon. While Brewhalla has only been open for a month, they wasted no time bringing it to life with, Fooler's Ball. "On our third weekend being open, we threw a giant beer festival; it was unlike a festival anyone had ever been to before, full of cool experiences and cool activations," said Bjornstad. "By being recognized nationally and making those connections, other breweries are coming to Fargo." "We're just excited to be a part of a community that wants to add to that experience and having a life that is fun, strange, cool, and fulfilling." <strong>–</strong> Mark Bjornstad 14 / THE GOOD LIFE / urbantoadmedia.com
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