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Join TART Trails for a chat about the Maple Bay to Elk Rapids segment of the Nakwema Trailway! Grab a brew at the Pull Barn, and let’s talk trails.
Join us every Thursday for a brain-busting good time with DJ Trivia! The fun kicks off at 6:30 PM and usually runs for 2 hours of friendly competition, laughs, and awesome prizes. Grab your crew, flex those trivia muscles, and let’s make it a night to remember!
Spring has sprung, and it is time to get to Total Wine and taste some delicious Short's Brews!
Join us for an in-store tasting at Total Wine, Grand Rapids! Featuring: Local's Light Thirst Mutilator Something Special #1 Something Special #2 Featured Starcut Cider
$1 off Draft Beer & Cider for Mug Club Members at the Elk Rapids Pull Barn every Monday.
$1 off Draft Beer & Cider for Mug Club Members at the Elk Rapids Pull Barn every Monday.
Liven up your Wednesday night with Bingo at the Pull Barn! Head over to the Pull Barn for a night of thrilling games, delicious brews, and great prizes!
Come on out to Rough Draft in Fenton, on Thursday April 17, for a special tapping of Hop-Lemon Stand and some other delicious brews Featuring: Lemon-Hop Stand Local's Light Pure Michigan Hazy Bog and Bush
Put your knowledge to the test with a special Up North Pride Drag Trivia Night at the Short’s Pull Barn in Elk Rapids, hosted by the one and only Miss Mercedes Benz-Over!
Join us every Thursday for a brain-busting good time with DJ Trivia! The fun kicks off at 6:30 PM and usually runs for 2 hours of friendly competition, laughs, and awesome prizes. Grab your crew, flex those trivia muscles, and let’s make it a night to remember!
Spring has sprung, and it is time to get to Total Wine and taste some delicious Short's Brews!
Join us for an in-store tasting at Martha's Vineyard in Grand Rapids! Featuring: Pure Michigan Hazy Soft Parade Shandy Starcut Ciders: Toucana Thirst Mutilator Grape
Spring has sprung, and it is time to get to Total Wine and taste some delicious Short's Brews!
The 10th Annual Beerfest at the Ballpark (BATB) is on April 19th, 2025 from 3pm to 8pm. (VIP at 2pm). Beerfest at the Ballpark is located at the Lugnuts Stadium - Jackson Field (505 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912. This is an outdoor beer, cider, hard seltzer, mead, spirits & wine festival with live...
Spring has sprung, and it is time to get to Total Wine and taste some delicious Short's Brews!
The Pub will be closed all day on Sunday, April 20 (and as usual, we're closed on Mondays too).Plan your visit accordingly—we'll be back and pouring on Tuesday!
The Pull Barn will be closed on Sunday, April 20.Make your weekend plans accordingly—we’ll be back at it on Monday!
$1 off Draft Beer & Cider for Mug Club Members at the Elk Rapids Pull Barn every Monday.
Test your trivia knowledge with Quizding Trivia hosting at The Pull Barn! Games typically take two hours to play and consist of three rounds of general knowledge questions.
One in seven patients entering a hospital requires the availability of blood for various medical reasons. This includes trauma victims, patients battling sickle cell disease or Thalassemia, as well as those who require organ or bone marrow transplants. Additionally, a staggering 25 percent of all blood donations are used for cancer patients, and blood transfusions...
Guess who’s back to drop some knowledge bombs at the Pull Barn? That’s right, it’s the Grass River Natural Area crew, ready to serve up some trivia fun! Round up your brainiac buddies and let’s see what you’ve got! Details: -It’s just $5 per person, and all proceeds support the Grass River Natural Area. -Teams...
Join us every Thursday for a brain-busting good time with DJ Trivia! The fun kicks off at 6:30 PM and usually runs for 2 hours of friendly competition, laughs, and awesome prizes. Grab your crew, flex those trivia muscles, and let’s make it a night to remember!
If you can't make it to Bellaire for the Anni party, come out to paint Creek Yacht Club in Rochester for a pre party! We will be celebrating on the patio with some delicious Short's Brews. Featuring: Local's Light Lemon-Hop Stand Anni Ale Soft Parade Shandy
Stop into the Family Fare in Bellaire and try the super limited release of Short's Lemon-Hop Stand. A Cream India Ale with lemondrop hops, clocking in at 7.8% ABV.
Come one, come all to celebrate the finest craft libations in the land and the best humans on the planet at the Short's Brewing 21st Birthday Anniversary celebration in downtown Bellaire, Michigan. Beers, bands, more bands, and more beers will be flowing in the Pub and across the street at the Bellaire Beer Garden. Enjoy...
Still riding the high from Short’s 21st birthday bash? Need a little recovery after dancing the night away at Anni? Join us at the Pull Barn this Sunday for some delicious authentic Indian cuisine to fuel your day!
$1 off Draft Beer & Cider for Mug Club Members at the Elk Rapids Pull Barn every Monday.
Liven up your Wednesday night with Bingo at the Pull Barn! Head over to the Pull Barn for a night of thrilling games, delicious brews, and great prizes!
Join us every Thursday for a brain-busting good time with DJ Trivia! The fun kicks off at 6:30 PM and usually runs for 2 hours of friendly competition, laughs, and awesome prizes. Grab your crew, flex those trivia muscles, and let’s make it a night to remember!
Join us for an in-store tasting at International Beverage in Cascade, outside of Grand Rapids! FEaturing:Pure Michigan Hazy Soft Parade Shandy Starcut Ciders: Toucana
Get ready to spice up your Cinco de Mayo with our amigos from Osorio Tacos y Salsas! Join us for a two-day fiesta filled with flavor, fun, and fresh beats! Botala and DJ Clark After Dark bring the party on Sunday (5/4) from 3–6 PM, and Botala’s back to keep the vibe going on Monday...
$1 off Draft Beer & Cider for Mug Club Members at the Elk Rapids Pull Barn every Monday.
Ready to burn stuff—in the most creative way possible? Join us for a hands-on pyrography workshop at the Pull Barn! You'll learn how to safely use wood-burning tools to design your own custom piece—choose from a hat, purse, journal, or wood cutting board to make your masterpiece. No experience needed; just bring your creativity! Ages...
Join us every Thursday for a brain-busting good time with DJ Trivia! The fun kicks off at 6:30 PM and usually runs for 2 hours of friendly competition, laughs, and awesome prizes. Grab your crew, flex those trivia muscles, and let’s make it a night to remember!
$1 off Draft Beer & Cider for Mug Club Members at the Elk Rapids Pull Barn every Monday.
Join us every Thursday for a brain-busting good time with DJ Trivia! The fun kicks off at 6:30 PM and usually runs for 2 hours of friendly competition, laughs, and awesome prizes. Grab your crew, flex those trivia muscles, and let’s make it a night to remember!
We’re heading to the World Expo of Beer, and it’s going to be a good time all around. May 16 | 5–10 PMMay 17 | 2–10 PMFrankenmuth, MI This is Michigan’s oldest beer sampling event, packed with over 350 beers from around the world—and every dollar raised goes to charity. So come hang with us,...
Join us at the Pull Barn in Elk Rapids for Music Trivia with Mr. Banderson! Test your knowledge, have some fun, and support the ER Band! $10 per person to play—don’t miss out!
Join Elizabeth from Two Hoots studio as she guides a fun and creative watercolor glass at the Pull Barn! Tickets are $55 and can be purchased at the Pull Barn.
$1 off Draft Beer & Cider for Mug Club Members at the Elk Rapids Pull Barn every Monday.
Test your trivia knowledge with Quizding Trivia hosting at The Pull Barn! Games typically take two hours to play and consist of three rounds of general knowledge questions.
Join Short's at D & W Breton Village to try Lemon-Hop Stand! This India Cream Ale with Lemon Drop Hops clocks in at 7.8% ABV. Bready aromas and a subtle citrus scent greet the senses, and upon first sip, you'll taste sweet malt and lemon-spiced flavors from the hops and zest. The finish is citrusy...
Join us every Thursday for a brain-busting good time with DJ Trivia! The fun kicks off at 6:30 PM and usually runs for 2 hours of friendly competition, laughs, and awesome prizes. Grab your crew, flex those trivia muscles, and let’s make it a night to remember!
Memorial Weekend = More Time for Beer We’re extending our hours at the Pull Barn for Memorial Weekend! Come hang with us, soak up the sun, and enjoy more time with your favorite brew! Friday - Sunday: 12 -10 PM Monday (Memorial Day): 12-8 PM
Join us for an in-store tasting at Total Wine, Grand Rapids! Featuring: Local's Light Thirst Mutilator Something Special #1 Something Special #2 Featured Starcut Cider
Get ready for an evening of soulful tunes and great brews! Join us at the Pull Barn as we welcome the talented Nick Veine to our stage. Hailing from Manistee, MI, Nick blends blues, folk, and soul into an unforgettable performance. Don't miss out on this perfect kickoff to your weekend!
Tap the kegs and open the gates—it's summer time. We invited our buddies from Stonefolk to kick off the summer concert series in the Bellaire Beer Garden. Joe will be tapping some of our favorite bevs and the food truck will be open and slinging snacks all weekend. Here's some more info on Stonefolk, these boys...
Enjoy live entertainment from two amazing bands while sampling an enormous selection of Michigan's finest microbrews, meads, hard ciders, wine, liquor and gourmet brats from northwest Michigan markets. Short's is bringing the heat to kick off the summer right! Get your tickets HERE!
Join us at the Pull Barn as we welcome the incredibly talented Jason Locke to our stage! Jason is a seasoned guitarist, singer, and songwriter, known for his soulful performances and dynamic acoustic sets. Whether he's playing solo or with his band, The Groove Suns, Jason delivers a musical experience that resonates with audiences. Don't miss...
Get ready to experience Half Way There live at the Beer Garden! This electrifying rock-reggae band from Pontiac has been making waves since 2016 with their unique fusion of reggae dub, rock, and jam band vibes. Their music covers everything from love and lifestyle to controversy and justice, and their live shows are known for...
Serita Crowley of Serita’s Black Rose is bringing her powerhouse vocals and undeniable funk-soul energy to the Pull Barn stage, joined by longtime musical partner Jon Hayes. This award-winning acoustic duo serves up timeless feel-good tunes from the ‘60s and ‘70s, original jams, and raw, heartfelt performance that’ll leave you buzzing. Whether it’s blues, funk,...
$1 off Draft Beer & Cider for Mug Club Members at the Elk Rapids Pull Barn every Monday.
Share a Pint, Save a Life! We're hosting a blood drive at The Pub with Versiti Outside. Pint for a Pint! Community Link to the Appointment Schedule for easy sign up here: https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11608830
Join us every Thursday for a brain-busting good time with DJ Trivia! The fun kicks off at 6:30 PM and usually runs for 2 hours of friendly competition, laughs, and awesome prizes. Grab your crew, flex those trivia muscles, and let’s make it a night to remember!
Kyle Brown is swinging through the Pull Barn with a solo set that blends heartfelt lyrics, West Michigan grit, and a sound rooted in folk-rock, country, and Americana. Whether fronting his band The Human Condition or playing solo by the shoreline, Kyle delivers songs that stick with you. Come catch the magic—cold beer, good tunes,...
Buy me some peanuts and cracker jack! Just kidding get me a tasty craft beer and some free swag. Join the Short's Brewing crew for the inaugural home game of The Traverse City Pit Spitters. C'mon bring your friends for cold libations and sweet souvenirs. Featuring: Local's Light Squishy Thirst Mutilator Lemon Lime &...
Join us at the Beer Garden for an unforgettable performance by Molly—a talented musician, songwriter, and performing artist with a rich history of diverse projects and collaborations. Molly’s unique upbringing and passion for freedom shape her emotive vocals and thought-provoking lyrics, creating a moody, eclectic, and soulful experience that will captivate you from start to...
Our friends at Do a Little Good have been hard at work helping folks all week—and now it’s time to restock! Let’s pack the truck that will be on-site here at the Pull Barn on Saturday, May 31! Start collecting now—set up a box at your workplace, school, church, or wherever you can, and bring your...
Michigan’s own Flylite Gemini is headed to the Pull Barn—this time as a powerful duo! Usually a full band bringing the heat, Joe Chamberlin and Sam Rice are stripping it down and keeping it raw with a special duo performance. With two award-winning albums, their latest full-length Time and Space (2022), and Live from Dogtown...
In the heart of a Detroit winter, Midnight Proof fired up Tempermill Studios in Ferndale, MI, and the result was nothing short of electric. Their self-titled debut album, Midnight Proof, is a gritty reflection of the Motor City’s spirit—blending blues, rock, and country into a sound that screams #RustBeltAmericana. These are songs that have lived...
Inspired by jazz greats like Art Blakey, Cannonball Adderley, and Horace Silver, Swingbone brings bold horns, cool blues, and swinging rhythms all the way from Ohio’s north coast to Northern Michigan. With a tight tenor sax and trombone front line backed by a rock-solid rhythm section, their sound blends the best of big band, bebop,...
$1 off Draft Beer & Cider for Mug Club Members at the Elk Rapids Pull Barn every Monday.
Foraging for some fungi fun? Join Hot Glue Creux for a dreamy night of crafting as we create small disco sculptures shaped like Mushrooms! You’ll build your own glittery shroom masterpiece using mini disco tiles and stylize it with colored tiles and alcohol ink pens. This lil’ toadstool is perfect for brightening up your desk,...
Short's is bringing some ultra cool beers to an ultra cool bar. C'mon and grab a pint of your favorite brew or a future classic. Spin the wheel for a big prize or take a high five for consolation. See you there! Featuring: Local's Light Bellaire Brown Soft Parade Shandy
Chris discovered his love of music jamming with friends and from then on has been involved in as much as he can squeeze into his life. Performing every style he can learn, he has shared the stage with an impressive list of players including May Erlewine, Joe Dart, Airborne Or Aquatic?, Don Julin, Joe Wilson,...
Hailing from Bay City, MI Jeff Socia is a true small town singer/songwriter. Starting his musical journey at a young age Socia has played in and toured with bands in virtually every genre. Jazz, Big Band, Rock, Alternative, and Country.
Livingston County’s ultimate summer party is back—the 3rd Annual Summerfest at the Stadium! Join us for an unforgettable night of mouthwatering food, craft cocktails, live music, and fireworks! Featuring: Local's Shandy Huma Lupa Licious Pure Michigan Hazy
This long-loved four-piece party crew is now a five-piece powerhouse with the addition of Patrick Ryan on guitar! That means even more grooves, more funk, and more reasons to hit the dance floor. Get ready to boogie, belt out your favorite sing-alongs, and experience the Gypsies like never before.
Summer starts here. Join us for the 14th annual Short’s Fest—an all-day celebration of beer, music, and good vibes in Elk Rapids. Saturday, June 7 | 1 PM – 10 PM Free • All Ages • Family Friendly We’re talking two bars with 20+ Short’s Brews and Starcut Ciders on tap, killer live music, and...
Join us as we take over the taps at Zoobie's Old Town Tavern in Lansing for their annual JUMBO LUAU! Live music, games, tiki drinks, beers from yours truly, and an entire roast pig. It's going to be a blast! Featuring: Local's Light Dock Sitting Summer Heat The Magician
Northern Michigan’s own Jelly Roll is hitting the stage at the Beer Garden—and if you know, you know. Since 1981, Jelly Roll has been a staple of the up north music scene, holding it down at the Sportsman in Boyne City, Sunday nights at Legs Inn, the Zoo Bar, Horns Bar, and just about every...
Join us for Grand Rapid's newest Pride Fest! GENERAL WOODSHOP is taking over Bridge Street on the west side of downtown for a day full of pride celebrations, live music, food, games and Short's Beer! Featuring: Thirst Mutilator Starcut Cider: Octorock Starcut Cider: Pulsar Local's Amber Soft Parade Huma Lupa Licious
Since 2016, he has been the bassist and backing vocalist for the Drew Hale Band, performing both locally and nationally, sharing the stage and festival lineups with the likes of Trace Adkins, Frankie Ballard, The Cadillac Three, Toby Keith, LoCash, Bret Michaels, Dwight Yoakam, and more. In 2019, he began performing regionally as a duo,...
Think you've got the brains to rule the season? It's time to prove it. Join us at the Pub in Bellaire for the DJ Trivia Spring Championship Game – the ultimate battle of wits, weird facts, and wild guesses. Game kicks off at 6 PM sharp – so rally your crew, grab a brew (or...
$1 off Draft Beer & Cider for Mug Club Members at the Elk Rapids Pull Barn every Monday.
Join us at Bay Point Inn for GUN LAKE LIVE, an evening of live music and food, alongside a special Local's Light tasting including Shandies & Micheladas! Featuring: Local's Light
Heads up, beer lovers! The beer garden will be closed to the public tomorrow (6/12) for a private party. Don’t worry—we’ll be back to regular good times on Friday. Thanks for understanding!
Join us at the Pull Barn in Elk Rapids as local author Josh Veith returns with Dark Straits, the thrilling second book in his post-apocalyptic series. Set in a future where Michigan’s Mackinac Bridge holds the key to survival, Dark Straits dives into a world of gang wars, corporate greed, and environmental chaos—where Indigenous foster...
Summer is here, come out to Total Wine in Novi and try our best summer time Brews. Featuring: Local's Light Local's Shandy Huma Lupa Licious
Gemini Moon perform guitar-driven originals with male/female lead vocals and harmonies, as well as, modern interpretations of classic rock and pop covers. Vocalist and guitarist Joe Chamberlin, having performed at music venues throughout the United States for more than a decade, brings his Hendrix-Frusciante inspired riffs, and pop sensibilities with him into Gemini Moon. While...
Get ready for a night of classic rock and pop hits—with a twist. Tower of Bauer brings the jams you know and love, but cranks them up with heavy guitar improvisation that'll keep every show totally unique. If you're into epic guitar solos and live music that keeps you on your toes, this one's for...
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of laid-back vibes, great music from Norton Chartier & Company, delicious food, and the finest craft beverages from Michigan and Wisconsin. Proudly presented by our Signature Sponsor, Bacco Construction, this year’s festival is a must-attend for craft beverage lovers. From crisp beers and smooth wines to refreshing ciders, meads,...
Straight out of Traverse City, The Ampersands are bringing the energy with upbeat top hits designed to keep the dance floor moving all night long. This powerhouse trio is pure Northern Michigan nightlife—fun, loud, and ready to party.
$1 off Draft Beer & Cider for Mug Club Members at the Elk Rapids Pull Barn every Monday.
Say hi to Joe Short and other Short's staff while drinking some great Short's beverages made especially for making your summer more awesomer. Ask Joe about his water ski form, ask Kerry about pro tips for camping like a champ, and review your golf form with John. Swag to be had, but more importantly, fun...
Blood drive at the Pull Barn coming up—and we still need a few more folks to roll up their sleeves! We’re aiming for 15 donations and could use your help getting there. Grab a spot here: https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11608716 Let’s make it happen!
It's a meetup of cool peeps to drink cold beer! We're celebrating the release of Huma 21 packs with deviled eggs and Huma! Featuring: Huma Lupa Licious Local's Light Thirst Mutilator Grape
Guess who’s back to set the stage on fire at The Pull Barn? None other than the electrifying Spencer Hollenbeck! Get ready for a night of awesome tunes and infectious energy. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable performance at The Pull Barn!
Summertime and the livin's easy, let's kick it up a notch and come out to Total Wine in Ann Arbor and try some of Short's Brewing's summer offerings Featuring: Local’s Light Local’s Shandy Huma Lupa Licious
Come on out for great food and drinks, some good times and new friends, while bopping along to some of your favorite classic tunes and original funky jams by Jazz Cabbage!
Get ready for an unforgettable night of guitar-driven rock under the Northern Michigan sky. Splifford hits the Beer Garden stage with raw energy and a punk rock attitude. Led by Nathan on vocals and guitar, with Doug Watkins on bass, Chris Murphy on guitar, and Tony Masucci on drums, this four-piece is gearing up to...
Summertime and the livin’s easy, let’s kick it up a notch and come out to Total Wine in Ann Arbor and try some of Short’s Brewing’s summer offerings Featuring: Local’s Light Local’s Shandy Huma Lupa Licious
Prepare to be amazed by the musical genius of Brian T McCosky! Experience the magic of live looping as he weaves his original compositions into an unforgettable performance. A true virtuoso, Brian is not just a songwriter but also a skilled instrumentalist who will take you on a captivating journey through his mesmerizing melodies. Don’t...
Get ready for a wild ride at the Pub Beer Garden with Rolling Dirty—where roots rock and outlaw country collide with swamp funk to create a sound all their own. This high-energy crew delivers a heavy dose of original tunes, plus a wild mix of covers that stretch from Hank Williams to Clutch to Bill...
Join us for a set from Andrew S. Lutes—a songwriter and performer hailing from the scenic farmland between two peninsulas. Come for the music, stay for the beer.
