How to Host a Charlotte-Style Friendsgiving (Beer Included)
By: Legion Brewing Company
What You Bring to the Table Matters
Friendsgiving is all about the good stuff — gathering your favorite people, sharing great food, and making new memories together. And in Charlotte, that celebration comes with its own special flavor. The air feels a little cooler, the patios are open, and there’s no better way to embrace the season than with good food, great beer, and a little Campfire Hospitality.
This year, make your Friendsgiving feel effortless and local with Legion Brewing’s chef-driven catering and take-home beers, both designed to bring people together around the table or out in the backyard.
Catering, Charlotte-Style
Our kitchens approach every dish with the same care our brewers put into each pour. Legion’s catering program makes hosting easy, whether you’re planning an intimate meal or a full house of friends. Every menu is crafted with intention and rooted in local, seasonal ingredients, offering comfort-forward dishes that pair perfectly with your favorite Legion beers.
Expect rotisserie-style dishes carved to perfection, seasonal salads featuring fresh local produce, and small plates like our creamy mac n’ cheese or roasted potatoes that make passing the platter irresistible. Our fan-favorite beer bread is always a hit. It is perfect for soaking up every last bit of flavor on the plate. With a new menu revamp on the horizon just in time for Thanksgiving, our chefs are introducing dishes inspired by the colder comfort seasons, adding a creative twist to the classics you know and love.
When it comes to hosting, we make it simple. You can choose from family-style platters, buffet setups, or fully custom menus designed to match your guest list. Pickup and delivery options are available straight from your preferred taproom, making it easy to bring Legion’s signature warmth home for the holidays. To inquire, just head to your local taproom’s page on our website and our team will take it from there.
Take-Home Beers for the Feast
No Friendsgiving spread is complete without a few Legion beers on the table. Our take -home options — available in cans, crowlers, and growlers — are brewed for moments just like this. Each beer offers its own flavor story and seasonal pairing, helping turn your meal into something special. For fall, Oaktoberfest is a must-have. Its smooth malt body and light caramel notes make it the perfect companion for roast turkey, mashed potatoes, or stuffing. Juicy Jay, our signature hazy IPA, adds a bright citrusy punch that balances out rich sides like mac and cheese or sweet potato fingerlings. Supernova bursts with tropical fruit flavor, pairing beautifully with sweet-savory dishes or a post-dinner dessert, while Penguin Pils delivers a crisp, refreshing finish that fits right in with appetizers, game-day wings, and other salty starters.
You can find Legion’s beers in grocery stores across Charlotte or pick them up at your nearest taproom. If you’re planning ahead, check out our retail locations map to see where to stock up before the big night.
Make This Friendsgiving a Local One
From the first cheers to the last bite, Legion Brewing makes it easy to host a Friendsgiving that feels true to Charlotte — warm, flavorful, and built on community. With chef-crafted dishes and locally brewed beer, you can focus on what matters most: good friends, great food, and Campfire Hospitality.
Plan your Friendsgiving menu with Legion. Explore catering options and take-home beers and follow us on socials for the latest seasonal updates and holiday releases.