Northern Virginia is home to a unique locale where something is always happening, year-round. It’s the very versatile Shipgarten! Conveniently based in the heart of McLean and Tysons, Shipgarten delivers an all-new take on the outdoor multi-concept biergarten model, establishing itself as a first-of-its-kind social hub in the immediate region.
Made possible by the same folks who brought you Tysons Biergarten and Hops N Shine, Shipgarten’s novel concept has already garnered praise and popularity with Virginia residents and others throughout the greater DMV. They opened in 2022 and have only grown in fan base since.
Shipgarten’s all-in-one appeal transcends all ages and interests. This makes it a mutually enjoyable setting for plenty of reasons.
Foodies take note of the four unique food and drink concepts featured here. Each one operates from its own 40-foot shipping container, serving a plethora of palatable picks. Enticing entrees and lite bites alike make the list, with everything from German cuisine to Asian fusion. You’ll even find special kids’ menus catering to younger, pickier tastes.
In addition to dishing out the edible exemplifications, Shipgarten is a renowned family-friendly haven for a variety of entertainment and activities. Every weekend boasts special happenings. From live music to specialty acts unfolding on their resident stage, something exciting is always unfolding here.
Whether you attend an event-specific endeavor or you opt to come out for a day to enjoy with family and friends, Shipgarten has you covered. There’s even a fully equipped playground for the kiddies and exciting lawn game offerings for all ages. Featured favorites that are a hit with any age include cornhole, Jenga, and water pong.
Even your furry friends will enjoy a full family outing to Shipgarten. Here you’ll find not one, but TWO onsite dog parks. One is a larger option while the other is smaller. Both are off-leash, allowing your faithful friend adequate space to stretch out all four legs.
As mentioned previously, there’s always something exciting unfolding on the Shipgarten scene. Some are regular occurrences, like monthly petting zoo presentations, Karaoke Thursdays, Shipgarten After Hours weekend offerings, and more. Others are specials, like their recent Super Bowl celebration, Presidents’ Day events, and other happenings. Click here for a list of upcoming family festivals.
In addition to scheduled events, Shipgarten provides the perfect setting for hosting all your own special events, from birthdays to milestone celebrations. You can even host pet birthday parties here! All events include special packages. These packages provide everything you need in the way of food, tables, games, activities, and entertainment, customized to your specific requests. What’s more, they don’t charge a rental fee! Learn more about hosting an event by clicking on the link.
Shipgarden is open year-round, Wednesday through Sunday. More can be found by visiting their website at www.shipgarten.com.