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Ivy Alley Social House and Bucket Head Brewing in South Bend has closed, again. The restaurant and duck pin bowling venue opened on 12/19/2025. They released their first house brewed beers on 2/14. They then announced they were closing on 5/10 to only quickly reverse course and announce revised hours on 5/16. It appears that they have now permanently closed as of early August. Their Facebook page has been deleted, they are listed as permanently closed on Google, and their last Instagram post and Untappd check ins were in June. They were open as a brewery for 6 months.

I run a very small Facebook page dedicated to promoting the Indiana beer and spirits industry. Under 3,000 followers. I make $0 from facebook. I just don’t for fun. And now I have to pay to share outside links? What the hell? Is there any way around this?

Congratulations to all the winners last night at the The Indiana State Fair Brewers' Cup but a special congratulations to Grand Champion Brewery of the Year Primeval Brewing, Best of Show Beer Professional Patoka Lake Brewing, Blackout Stout (Imperial Stout), and Best New Indiana Brewery Northbrook Brewing!!

You can find all the winners here: https://www.indianastatefair.com/p/competitions1/indiana-brewers-cup-competition

Statement from Upland:
“Big news to share — Upland Brewing Company has acquired Floyd County Brewing Company and the Thirst & Main campus in New Albany. 
 
“We’re excited about the opportunity to build on what the Floyd County team has created and to continue serving the Southern Indiana community in a meaningful way. Floyd County Brewing will remain open and operating as a brewpub during the transition period, so guests can continue to enjoy the space, the beer, and the experience they know. 
  
“Currently, our team is taking time to learn the space, understand the community, and develop a full rebranding plan that truly works for New Albany. As we move forward, you'll see thoughtful updates to the restaurant space upstairs, designed to enhance your dining experience. The beloved Enchanted Forest will remain largely untouched, preserving the unique atmosphere so many people love. 
   
““Congratulations to Floyd County Brewing Company owners Brian and Julie Hampton on an incredible decade of success in downtown New Albany. We thank them for their commitment and investment in our community and wish them all the best in their next chapter. The City of New Albany is excited to welcome the Upland Hospitality team and looks forward to the new energy and opportunities it will bring to our River City," said Mayor Jeff Gahan. 
  
“More details coming soon. In the meantime, we’re grateful for the foundation that’s been built and excited for what’s ahead.”

Floyd County Brewing opened in 2015.

Getting reports about big changes at Metazoa Brewing in Indy. I’d like to confirm then before running with this story. Anyone have a contact email for someone?

Hearing reports that Quaff On! brewing in Nashville is closing. Laying off all their employees. Moving to having sun king contract brew their beer. Anyone know anything and can corroborate?