Our Woodstock location was packed this past Saturday with festive pets, proud pet parents, and a whole lot of holiday energy. From dogs (so many dogs) to a surprise cat – even a chicken – this event truly had it all. Big smiles, wagging tails, and plenty of unforgettable moments were captured by our photographer, and the full photo album is here to prove it. Thanks to everyone who came out and made this one of our most memorable events yet!
Every year, Reformation’s the Wenceslas Project reminds us what the heart of Christmas is really about: GIVING. This season, that giving has a name and a story close to home.
Now through December 23, when you order a pint of our Light Mexican Lager at any Reformation venue, $1 per pour will go directly to support Kyndal, the daughter of our friend and long-time regular, Bryan Zapp. Also, welcome to donate online via Venmo, @reformationbrewery.
Bryan was one of those people who made every room a little better; a Woodstock and Cherokee County local, a public safety officer, a veteran who served our country with pride for 20 years, and best of all, a devoted dad. He passed away this Thanksgiving after a short, fierce fight with brain cancer at just 48.
If you ever shared a beer or a story with Bryan, you know how much he loved his people — with a big smile, a bigger heart, and genuine kindness that left a mark.
So this December, we raise a glass in his honor and invite you to do the same. Let’s rally around his daughter, Kyndal, and show what it means to be a community that gives back.
Drink good beer. Do good together.
– $1 from every Light Mexican Lager pint donated
– Now–Dec 23
– Thank you for loving this community so well.
Obituary:
Bryan William Zapp passed on November 27, 2025. Bryan was born January 25, 1977 in Sacramento, California. Bryan proudly served his country in the United States Army and National Guard for 20 years. He went on to build a long and distinguished career in law enforcement (including Woodstock Police) as both an officer and detective, earning deep respect and admiration for his timeless dedication and integrity.
Bryan was known for his extraordinary, outgoing personality. Friends often said it stemmed from the way he cared for others with genuine kindness, love and respect. He lived life to the fullest, embracing adventure, the outdoors, and his passion for riding his motorcycle and taking Jeep outings with his daughter, Kyndal, and close friends.
Above all, Bryan was a proud, devoted, and loving father to daughter, Kyndal Zapp. He was also a deeply devoted son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and a loyal friend who knew him.
Bryan is survived by his daughter Kyndal Zapp, his mother Sharon Scribner Cameron, his father John Zapp, brother Andrew Zapp and his wife Alejandra Roman Zapp, sister Stacey Cameron, and nephew Ty Zapp.
Bryan will forever remain in our hearts and our minds as we remember and miss this remarkable man.
Woodstock, you sure know how to party. Our taproom was packed this past weekend for an unforgettable adults-only Halloween celebration filled with spooky shots, creepy frozen drinks, and a whole lot of fun.
DJ Riley kept the dance floor alive all night long, and the costume contest brought out some truly creative looks. Congratulations to our winner who took home the top spot and bragging rights until next year!
A huge thank you to everyone who came out and to Lindsay Ann Photography (@photosbylindsayann) for capturing all the hauntingly good memories. Check out her photos below and relive the night!
From silent disco beats on Friday night to carnival lights on Saturday and a sunshine-filled Family FunDay on Sunday — Cadence Fair 2025 brought the heart of Woodstock together in true Reformation style.
We’re still buzzing from the music, the laughter, the handcrafted pours, and every smile shared under the fall sky. 🍂
Now you can relive the moments through the lens of Lindsay Ann Photography (@photosbylindsayann) — our official event photographer who captured the joy, rhythm, and community that make this celebration so special.
Huge thanks to our incredible sponsors for helping make this weekend unforgettable: @pathandpost (Presenting Sponsor), @reliable_paper, @rhinousa, and @visitwoodstockga.
And of course, to all of our performers, vendors, and guests — you’re the heartbeat of this community. Here’s to 12 years of stories, songs, and shared moments — and many more to come. 🍺
Downtown Woodstock flipped to full Bavarian mode on Oct. 4 – pub crawl routes packed, steins clinking, and drink specials at every stop. We wrapped with the Chugging Contest and Stein Holding showdown in Reformation’s backyard. Browse the full recap from Lindsay Ann Photography (@photosbylindsayann).
Paid Parking Has Arrived in Downtown Woodstock: Here’s How It Works
If you’re planning a visit to Reformation Brewery Woodstock, heads up! As of Monday, July 7th, the City of Woodstock has officially implemented a new paid parking system in key parts of downtown—including areas near our taproom.
We’ve put together a quick guide to help you park stress-free and focus on what matters: good beer, good vibes, and good company.
🅿️ Where is Paid Parking Happening?
The paid parking zones are clearly marked and are mostly centered around the busiest parts of downtown, including areas along Main Street and close to the amphitheater. You’ll see signs and green zones on the official map. There are also plenty of free parking areas, mostly on the west side of Main Street (look for the blue zones on the map).
We’re still pouring your favorites at Reformation Woodstock, and we want to make sure your visit is as smooth and enjoyable as possible. A little heads up on parking goes a long way—so park smart, grab a pint, and we’ll see you soon!
🍻 Cheers, Your Reformation Woodstock Crew
Santa Paws came to town, and it was everything we hoped for—adorable pups, festive cheer, and all the holiday magic! 🎅🐾 From sweet pup cups to wagging tails posing for pictures with Santa, the day was pure joy. A huge thank you to @photosbylindsayann for capturing every precious moment. Head to the link below to see the full gallery and relive all the cuteness! ✨
Update 10/7/24 Spencer Nix, CEO & Cofounder Reformation Brewery
“Thank you for the overwhelming support and donations. You not only helped us get tangible support to those in need affected by Helene, but also helped us cover all our costs for the water project and likely have helped us get a Foundation started to be even better stewards of your trust and generosity.
Due to the trust our community has given Reformation through these donations, I took a large delivery of donations and went up to Asheville, the airport, Biltmore Village, Hendersonville, and the Flat Rock area yesterday to get a better idea of how our support is being used and how best to move forward.
Our personal contacts, Brandi and Matt, are doing incredible work through their 30 years of local relationships and their produce distribution business relationships. They love their community well and take supplies to those with the least. Almost all the donations of our community have already been distributed to the area of need. From my experience with non-profit logistics amid disasters, that’s impressive and inspiring. From my assessment, it’s definitely the harder-to-reach places around Asheville that are still in the most dire need. While Asheville, and specifically the Arts District, looks devastated, I was pleasantly surprised with the rest of the downtown and how the orgs and FEMA are mobilized in the city.
Our venue can keep being a drop-off location for the supply list items only. I will coordinate taking supplies to Brandi and Matt as they request, and what they don’t need, we will get to other orgs doing work in response to the hurricane; Angel Flight and a group of pilots out of Gainesville are a few options.
List of accepted items: Water Diapers Formula Wipes Charcoal Non-perishable foods
As far as the water project, we will rely on Brandi and Matt to make requests, and we can run a pallet of water as we can find time. I’ve got volunteers who are able and willing to run it to them with very little notice.
Thank y’all again for being awesome and agile. Our collective efforts have done good things for people in real need. From experience, that’s not easy to do. A lot of charitable efforts are well-meaning, but only a fraction of the charity impacts the greatest needs. Our quick and precise efforts have accomplished what we had hoped, and I’m very proud of our community for coming together to meet this need.”
Update 10/4/24
Exporting a little hope is good for the soul. Shout out to Shane Hoover for the transport to Western Carolina today and to @zipcain and @servinternational for the pallets of MREs that provide 2 servings with one can of @reformationbrewery emergency drinking water. The generous and collaborative spirit of our community is truly remarkable. We are shipping donated items within hours of receiving them. We will continue for the next 48 hours and then reevaluate the need. We will take your donations throughout the weekend and add them to our water shipments to Flat Rock, NC, Augusta, Vidalia, and Valdosta (all on the schedule). Thank you again!
Update 10/3/24
We’re not done yet, but I feel I must pause and just say wow, the response from our community in Woodstock, Canton, Smyrna, and North Georgia has been simply amazing. You are donating your goods, your labor, and your dollars to our water relief project without hesitation, without tax ramifications, and without the desire to be recognized. The generosity of individuals has once again been on full display, and all I can say is thank you, thank you, thank you.
Canned water, as well as other critical goods, are on the way to Augusta, Valdosta, and Western Carolina as I write this. More is going out tomorrow. Our canning line has been running at full capacity because of your generosity. My amazing production crew has jumped on this project with full hearts and countless hours. I fear I’m going to leave out some key partners, from our can supplier (Battle and Associates) to our landlords (Moxie Property Group) at The Mill to our restaurant neighbors Community Burger and Queenies, and last but certainly not least, our lifelong friends Kim and Kevin Griggs for countless volunteer and coordinating hours; thank you, thank you, thank you for your kindness and generosity.
I truly feel a sacred trust with this community and Reformation, and I am privileged and committed to doing all we can to steward that trust as we export your love and kindness to others in the throws of real human despair. Prayer is no magic bullet, but if you’re so inclined, I know the folks in these areas of devastation would not begrudge those prayers tonight. And whatever your perspective might be, count your blessings. North Georgia, we love you, and there’s nothing you can do about it, cheers.
~ Spencer Nix, CEO & Cofounder Reformation Brewery
Our neighbors in Western Carolina need our help.
We got the request from a farmer’s wife in western Carolina for WATER for her small community. In less than 12 hours we’ve got a pallet of the best water in the United States heading her way. Shout out to Kimberly and Kevin (@serpentanddovemusic) for handling the logistics and shipment.
The waters are receding and the discoveries of what lay beneath are horrific. Many, many small communities are still at the highest level of triage, needing basic survival commodities. They are using ATVs and mules to get back into some of the hollers because there is simply no other way. And as you can imagine, there are real dangers drawing a hungry crowd, and the hunger is increasing.
The community need is huge, and they’re asking for MORE HELP!
DONATE NOW at REFORMATION WOODSTOCK or CANTON. Goal is to ship as many items as possible
List of accepted items: Water (Reformation is canning water now, $5 creates a case of water, donate here so we can keep it running https://venmo.com/u/reformationbrewery ) Diapers Formula Wipes Charcoal (this one is huge!!) Non-perishable foods Hand Sanitizer
The earliest days after the devastation are best suited for locals helping locals, small communities helping small communities. Larger organizations and governments are just not agile enough in these early critical moments for the smallest communities, they’re most helpful and equipped for the longer-term recovery chapter and ALL help is needed.
Stay tuned for more opportunities. We’re looking at having a helicopter transport to get it to places of need quickly.
Watch John from Westside Pizza Share His Thoughts on Reformation Brewery’s Oktoberfest!
In this special testimonial, John from Westside Pizza in Smyrna dives into what makes our seasonal Oktoberfest release a standout choice for the fall season. From its rich, malty flavor to its perfect pairing with your favorite pizza, John gives us the inside scoop on why this brew deserves a spot in your fall lineup.
Join us as we celebrate the season with one of our most beloved brews. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes content and brewery updates!
Cheers to Oktoberfest and great company!
Transcript:
Hey, I’m John Miller, the general manager here at West Side Pizzeria and Bar. We’ve been around since, believe it or not, 2004. We’re now located at the West Side Village Shopping Center off Marietta Boulevard, and we’re approaching our 20th year serving craft beer.
We always want to support the local guys, and we probably have some of the best pizza you’ll find in Atlanta.
I’ve worked for the company for a long time, which has given me the opportunity to try a lot of different beers and meet a lot of great people.
One of those great beers is definitely Reformation’s Oktoberfest. This is my favorite time of the year for beers, especially craft beers, because breweries always put out their best versions of classic styles. Märzen styles are definitely my number one favorite, and Reformation puts out the best Oktoberfest every year. I feel privileged and lucky to try all different styles from various breweries—imports, crafts, local—and to have them at my bar and at home.
It’s perfect out of the can and perfect on tap. I love having it as an option and introducing it to others. I encourage you to try other Oktoberfests, but if you want a standout choice, Reformation’s Oktoberfest is the best option.
They make other great beers and have excellent locations, but this is the one I always go to. It has the perfect amount of maltiness and drinkability. People like to throw around the term “session beer,” and this is truly a perfect session Oktoberfest.
It’s a beer you can enjoy one after another, with a good, toasty, hoppy mouthfeel. It’s my favorite time of year.
A Day of Heroes and Learning! The 575 Fools First Annual Muster firefighter competition was a blast, with courageous first responders showing off their skills and sharing their passion with the community. Kids got a hands-on look at firefighting gear and learned from the best. Thank you to all the firefighters who made this event unforgettable! Photos @photosbylindsayann
