7 Brew Northport, AL: Grand Opening October 12, 2026 – 5550 McFarland Blvd, Full Schedule
Northport’s first 7 Brew now has an official opening date, a confirmed address, and a full grand opening flyer. The stand at 5550 McFarland Boulevard opens Monday, October 12, 2026, after a Caffeine for a Cause weekend benefiting Nick Saban’s Nick’s Kids Foundation. Here’s everything confirmed, including why some reports still list a different street number.
Update – October 3, 2026: Date Confirmed, Address Corrected
7 Brew’s official location page and the stand’s grand opening flyer both confirm Monday, October 12, 2026 as opening day, replacing our earlier “no date yet” report. Both also list the address as 5550 McFarland Boulevard, Northport, AL 35476. Earlier local reporting, including our own first version of this article, used 5600 McFarland Boulevard. We now use 5550, the address 7 Brew itself publishes.
One more correction worth knowing: some local coverage described the October 2-4 event as free drinks. Per the official flyer, Caffeine for a Cause is pay what you want, with every dollar going to Nick’s Kids Foundation. The free small drinks come later, during Friends & Family and Community Hours.
Quick Facts: 7 Brew Northport, AL
Confirmed via the stand’s official grand opening flyer and 7 Brew’s location page.
Confirmed Operating Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 5:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday – Saturday | 5:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
Hours from 7 Brew’s official Northport location page. Some local coverage lists 5:30 AM-10 PM daily, but the official page shows the standard later 11 PM close on Fridays and Saturdays.
Full Grand Opening Schedule
Sourced directly from the stand’s official grand opening flyer:
| Dates | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 2 | Caffeine for a Cause | 9 AM – 4 PM. Pay what you want, limited menu, all proceeds donated to Nick’s Kids Foundation. |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Caffeine for a Cause | 10 AM – 4 PM. Pay what you want, limited menu. |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Caffeine for a Cause | 10 AM – 4 PM. Pay what you want, limited menu. |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Friends & Family | 7-10 AM & 3-6 PM. Free small drinks, 1 per present customer. |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Friends & Family | 9 AM-12 PM & 3-6 PM. Free small drinks, 1 per present customer. |
| Sun, Oct 11 | Friends & Family | 10 AM-2 PM. Free small drinks, 1 per present customer. |
| Mon, Oct 12 | Grand Opening Day | The stand officially opens for business. |
| Mon Oct 12-Fri Oct 16 | Community Hours | 7-8 AM, 12-1 PM & 5-6 PM daily. Free small drinks, 1 per present customer. |
| Sat, Oct 17 | Swag Day | 5:30 AM-11 PM. Free 7 Brew t-shirt with any large drink purchase, while supplies last. |
Schedule sourced directly from the stand’s official grand opening flyer. Details may change; confirm with the location before visiting.
7 Brew’s official grand opening flyer for 5550 McFarland Boulevard, Northport, AL.
Caffeine for a Cause: Supporting Nick’s Kids Foundation
The kickoff event runs October 2-4, before the stand officially opens. Customers order from a limited menu and pay whatever they choose, with all proceeds going to the Nick’s Kids Foundation.
It’s a fitting local pick. Nick’s Kids is the official charity of former Alabama head coach Nick Saban and his wife, Terry. The Sabans founded it in 1998 at Michigan State in honor of Nick Saban Sr., and it’s a registered 501(c)(3). Since the Sabans arrived in Tuscaloosa in 2007, the foundation has funded Habitat for Humanity homes, the Tuscaloosa Riverwalk playground, the Saban Center, and the YMCA of Tuscaloosa, among many other local causes. It doesn’t run its own programs; it raises money and distributes it to organizations that mainly serve children.
5550 or 5600 McFarland Boulevard? The Address Explained
If you’ve seen this stand listed at 5600 McFarland Boulevard, you’re not alone. When the project resurfaced in late July, local reports placed it at 5600 McFarland Blvd, between Checker’s and Marc-1 Car Wash, and several outlets still use that number in their October coverage.
7 Brew’s own location page, its store listing data, and the official grand opening flyer all use 5550 McFarland Boulevard, Northport, AL 35476. Some listings add a “N” (5550 McFarland Blvd N). For directions, use 5550 or simply search “7 Brew Northport” in your maps app; the official listing pins the correct spot.
Northport’s First 7 Brew, Years in the Making
This is the first 7 Brew in Northport and the third in the greater Tuscaloosa area, joining stands across the Black Warrior River, including the one on Skyland East Boulevard in Tuscaloosa. Local coverage places the new stand on the McFarland Boulevard commercial corridor near Walmart, one of Northport’s busiest retail stretches.
Northport residents have waited a while. A Northport 7 Brew was first floated publicly in 2023 at a different site on Lurleen Wallace Boulevard, but that version never materialized. The McFarland Boulevard project surfaced in summer 2026 and moved quickly from there. The stand also enters a growing local drive-thru coffee scene: Strange Brew Coffeehouse opened its Northport location on McFarland Boulevard near the Highway 43 intersection in 2025.
Who’s Running the Northport Stand
The hiring link on 7 Brew’s official Northport location page points to Brew Team’s careers site, which identifies Brew Team as the operating franchise group. Brew Team is one of 7 Brew’s most active operators, with recent openings across Texas, Arizona, Ohio, Oklahoma, Georgia, and Alabama, including the new Mobile stand on Schillinger Road. Job applications are open now through the official location page.
What to Order When It Opens
These four drinks are listed as Northport Favorites on 7 Brew’s official location page:
Strawberry Smoothie with Whipped Cream
A fan favorite across the chain, and an easy pick for kids on a free-drink run during Community Hours.
Blondie with Whipped Cream & Caramel Drizzle
7 Brew’s #1 best-seller nationwide: a breve with caramel and vanilla.
Ocean Breeze 7 Energy with Cold Foam
A top energy drink pick for students heading across the river to the University of Alabama.
Georgia Peach Green Tea
A fruit-forward, lighter option for warm West Alabama afternoons.
Opening during October also means first-day customers get the new Booost Your Brew Halloween lineup, including the Rocky Road Mocha and the Drizzled Apple 7 Fizz Soda.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does 7 Brew in Northport, AL open?
Monday, October 12, 2026, confirmed by 7 Brew’s official location page and the stand’s grand opening flyer.
What is the exact address of the Northport 7 Brew?
5550 McFarland Boulevard, Northport, AL 35476. Some earlier reports used 5600 McFarland Boulevard, but 7 Brew’s official listing and flyer both use 5550.
Is this Northport’s first 7 Brew?
Yes. It’s the first 7 Brew in Northport and the third in the greater Tuscaloosa area.
Are drinks free during Caffeine for a Cause?
No. Caffeine for a Cause (October 2-4) is pay what you want from a limited menu, with all proceeds going to Nick’s Kids Foundation. Free small drinks are offered during Friends & Family (October 9-11) and Community Hours (October 12-16).
What is Nick’s Kids Foundation?
The official charity of Nick and Terry Saban. It’s a 501(c)(3) that raises money for organizations serving children and families across Alabama, including many in Tuscaloosa.
What are the Northport 7 Brew’s hours?
5:30 AM-10 PM Sunday through Thursday, and 5:30 AM-11 PM Friday and Saturday, per 7 Brew’s official location page.
Who owns the Northport 7 Brew?
The stand’s hiring link points to Brew Team, the franchise group that also operates 7 Brew stands across several states, including Mobile, AL.
Is there a Swag Day for this location?
Yes, Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 5:30 AM to 11 PM. Buy any large drink and get a free 7 Brew t-shirt, while supplies last.
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