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5th Annual Beer in the Woods
That’s right, friends: your favorite event of the fall season is back! Tickets are on sale!
We can’t wait for you to join us at LaBagh Woods on Saturday, September 25 for the best beer and nature festival in the Chicagoland area. Take a stroll through the woods on a guided bird walk, learn about snakes while one slithers up your arm, participate in a flash bioblitz (don’t worry – you’ll learn what that is!), and drink some of the region’s most delicious craft beer and cider. All this and much, much more!
General Admission is 2 – 6 p.m., VIP Admission is one hour earlier, at 1 p.m.
This year we’ll also have a week-long virtual festival leading up to Saturday’s event, for all to enjoy! Each night, starting Monday, September 20 through Friday, September 24, we’ll offer an opportunity to learn about the natural world, enjoy beer with a brewmaster, and even find some inner peace with a virtual yoga class. The virtual festival is great for folks who can’t make it to Saturday’s event and for diehards who can’t get enough Beer in the Woods!
Need some extra convincing? Joining us means:
- 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 will always thrive in the forest preserves.
- You’re supporting local businesses. The pandemic has hit small businesses and breweries especially hard. 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.
Watch our short video from the 3rd Annual Beer in the Woods to catch a glimpse of all the excitement.
For the fastest updates on breweries, cideries, and activities, give us a “like” on our Facebook event.
If you’re interested in becoming a partner, donor, or sponsor, please contact Ilana Federman, Outreach Manager, at ilana@fotfp.org.
Virtual Line-up:
Monday, September 20: Virtual Tasting with Maplewood Brewery and Distillery
Tuesday, September 21: Meet and Greet the Animals with Frog Lady Presentations
Wednesday, September 22: Yoga with Rebel Human at Temperance Beer Co.
Thursday, September 23: Virtual Tasting and Behind-the-Scenes Tour with Old Irving Brewing Co.
Friday, September 24: Beer and Nature Trivia Night!
For everyone’s safety, please note the following safety protocols:
- Anyone who is not vaccinated is required to wear a mask when social distancing is not possible.
- Social distancing is strongly encouraged, even by those who are vaccinated.
- Hand sanitizer will be widely available and we strongly encourage you to use it throughout the event. Disposable gloves will also be provided for those who wish to use them.
- We will continue to monitor the situation and will readily comply with CDC guidelines and local authorities. We appreciate your understanding of any adjustments that need to be made due to changes in these guidelines between now and the event. We will keep you updated if new information becomes available.
Our wonderful partners and exhibitors (subject to change and still growing!):
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We couldn’t do this without generous support from:
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And… An anonymous donation in honor of Jeff Skrentny and his volunteer restoration efforts at LaBagh Woods. Thank you!
