Magic City Brewing Co. to shut down both locations

The Akron brewery will close on Valentine's Day after operating since 2017, joining a wave of recent brewery closures in Northeast Ohio.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 8:31am

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Magic City Brewing Co. has announced that it will be shutting down both of its locations, with the final day of operation set for Saturday, February 14, Valentine's Day. The brewery, which opened in 2017 in Barberton and later expanded to Akron in 2019, cited the closure of its second location, The Rabbit Hole, as part of the decision. The news comes amid a broader wave of brewery shutdowns in Northeast Ohio, including the recent closures of Working Class Brewery in Cleveland, Voodoo Brewing in Cleveland Heights, and Midnight Owl Brewing Co. in Shaker Heights.

Why it matters

The closure of Magic City Brewing Co. is part of a larger trend of brewery shutdowns in the Northeast Ohio region, reflecting the challenges facing the craft beer industry in the area. The loss of these local businesses impacts the regional economy and community, as well as reduces consumer options for craft beer enthusiasts.

The details

Magic City Brewing Co. announced the closure on its Facebook page, stating that the final day of operation for both its Barberton and Akron locations will be Saturday, February 14, 2026, Valentine's Day. The brewery opened its original location in Barberton in 2017 and then expanded to Akron in 2019 with the opening of a second location called The Rabbit Hole, which has already closed. The brewery cited the closure of The Rabbit Hole as part of the decision to shut down the entire operation.

  • Magic City Brewing Co. opened its original location in Barberton in 2017.
  • The brewery expanded to Akron in 2019 with the opening of a second location called The Rabbit Hole.
  • The Rabbit Hole location has already closed.
  • Magic City Brewing Co. will shut down both its Barberton and Akron locations on February 14, 2026, Valentine's Day.

The players

Magic City Brewing Co.

A craft brewery that operated locations in Barberton and Akron, Ohio since 2017 before announcing its closure in 2026.

The Rabbit Hole

A second location of Magic City Brewing Co. that opened in the former R. Shea Brewing Co. space in Akron, but has since closed.

Working Class Brewery

A Cleveland brewery that recently announced its closure.

Voodoo Brewing

A Cleveland Heights brewery that shuttered in December 2025.

Midnight Owl Brewing Co.

A Shaker Heights brewery that shut down in January 2026.

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What they’re saying

“Well folks, it's been an amazing ride, but all good things must come to an end.”

— Magic City Brewing Co.

The takeaway

The closure of Magic City Brewing Co. and other recent brewery shutdowns in Northeast Ohio highlight the challenges facing the craft beer industry in the region, as local businesses struggle to maintain operations and compete with larger national brands. This trend reflects broader economic shifts impacting small, independent businesses in the area.