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Join the Friends community for the 6th Annual Beer in the Woods at LaBagh Woods on Saturday, September 24, 2022. (Photo by Lynn Renee Photography)
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6th Annual Beer in the Woods

September 24, 2022: 2:00 PM6:00 PM

Update October 20: The 6th Annual Beer in the Woods was a smashing success! Nearly 1,400 people were in attendance, helping to raise over $60,000 to promote, protect, and care for our forest preserves. Thank you to all our attendees, sponsors, participating breweries, nature partners, and volunteers. This event takes a village!


Update September 21: FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW, TICKETS HAVE SOLD OUT!

Please visit our Beer in the Woods Online Auction through September 27, 2022 to bid on wonderful gifts and support the work of our community.


View the 2022 Event Program Here.


Please join the Friends community on Saturday, September 24 at LaBagh Woods for the best beer and nature festival in the Chicagoland area! Enjoy tastings from 35+ local breweries and cideries, guided walks in the woods, nature-inspired crafts, live animals, music, food vendors, and so much more!

By attending this event:

  • You’re helping to make the world a better place. All of the proceeds from this event will be used to ensure that land, water, and life thrive in the forest preserves.
  • You’re supporting local businesses. We’re proud to partner with amazing local businesses that help our neighborhoods thrive.
  • You know how to have fun! Beer in the Woods isn’t just about sampling local craft beers and ciders, it’s about connecting with nature, friends, and your inner adventurer.

If you’re interested in becoming a partner, donor, or sponsor, please contact Ilana Federman, Outreach Manager, at ilana@fotfp.org or 312-356-9990 ext. 305.

Watch our video from last year’s Beer in the Woods to catch a glimpse of all the excitement!


Beer & Beverage Partners (list subject to change):

Alarmist Brewing
Aleman Brewing
Burning Bush Brewery
CHAOS Brew Club
City Water Hard Seltzer
Crushed By Giants Brewing Company
Cruz Blanca
Dovetail Brewery
Elmhurst Brewing Company
Eris Brewery and Cider House
Forbidden Root
Gigawatt Coffee Roasters
Gnome Brew
Hidden Hand Brewing
Hopewell Brewing Company
Horse Thief Hollow
Lake Effect Brewing
Lil Beaver Brewery
LULZ Hard Seltzer
Maplewood Brewery & Distillery
Midwest Coast Brewing
More Brewing Company
Niteglow Brewing
Obscurity Brewing and Craft Mead
Odious Cellars
Old Irving Brewing
On Tour Brewing
Orkenoy
Phase Three Brewing Company
Pipeworks Brewing
Ravinia Brewing Company
Right Bee Cider
Saugatuck Brewing Co.
Sketchbook Brewing
Solemn Oath Brewery
Temperance Beer Company
Two Dwarves Brewing
Une Année|Hubbard’s Cave Brewery
Urban Brew Labs
Whiner Beer

Nature Programming Provided by:

BFF Bikes
Friends of the Forest Preserves
FrogLady Presentations
Gearhead Outfitters
Illinois Mycological Association
Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab & Education

Food Trucks and Vendors:

Dia de los Tacos Chicago
Maggie’s Sweets
Urban Tables

Our Generous Sponsors:

Anonymous Supporters of the Vote Yes Referendum
Bridgemark Insurance Group
Budget Dumpster
Burning Bush Brewery
Christopher Burke Engineering
Friends of the Forest Preserves’ Board of Directors
Garza Karhoff Engineering, LLC
Gearhead Outfitters
Larry Suffredin
On Tour Brewing

Details

Date:
September 24, 2022
Time:
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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