Find unique holiday gifts such as art, jewelry, coffee, apparel and much more all from local makers and vendors!

This is a free event! Pop by and support your community this holiday season.

Free Event Saturday, Nov 30th, 2pm - 4pm

Grab your friends, family, and out-of-towners, for this free event about the history of Chicago's exclusive Malort liquor. Local Chicago author Josh Noel, will read and sign his new book, Malört—The Redemption of a Revered and Reviled Spirit. ERIS will introduce Afpel Ort our barreled-aged Malort cider during Q&A

Pre-order book receive a Malort shot glass: $25,
Pre-order Apfel Ort 750 ML bottle (to take home) and a 5oz taster: $25

For the ultimate package, receive a glass of Apfel Ort, a shot of Malört, (take-home shot glass) a 750ML bottle (to take home), and a signed copy of Josh’s book. $60

Reserve your ticket for $5 and we will take it off on your tab! Free Combat class runs Sunday, November 17th.

18 and older please, $5 credit goes towards your tab!

Craft beer lovers won’t want to miss IllumiBrew on Friday, November 15. Be among the first to see Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum while you sample seasonal beers, ciders, and meads from popular Chicago-area breweries stationed along the Illumination trail.

Snacks and hot beverages will be available for purchase at warming areas along the Illumination trail until 9:30 p.m., where guests can stop and enjoy a cozy fire. Indoor dining and to-go orders will be available from the Ginkgo Restaurant until 8:00 p.m.

Ticket Details

Event ticket
Cost: $95
Member cost: $85

Designated driver ticket
Cost: $50
Member cost: $45

Each IllumiBrew ticket includes entrance to the Arboretum and the Illumination trail, 15 three-ounce beer samples, and a tasting glass.

Join us at Olympic Tavern where we will be tapping 3+ kegs of our ciders paired with some funky, weird and delicious Wisconsin cheeses from Fortune Food Co and a few local apple varietals from Currans Orchard.

Pour list and cheeses TBA soon. RSVP and stay tuned as we add more fun to this event...

Sipping on cider, hanging with friends, creating a fun experience with a guided painting session by the talented artist from Art is Endless. No experience necessary, materials included. $25

Get ready to "gobble" up the fun in "Turkey Tussle," Counterfeit Combat’s Thanksgiving-themed stage combat class. Do your holiday dinner conversations ever get a little heated? Prepare to get your frustrations out and battle with the most unexpected dinner table props! Forks, knives, and perhaps the table will become your favorite weapon in this wacky class! 

Perfect for all skill levels ages 18 and up, this class serves up a deliciously good time. No experience needed- wear closed-toed shoes and clothes you can move in. 

Join the Young Gaelic Association as we sip and savor a variety of craft beers from the finest local breweries! This event will take place on Chicago Gaelic Park's patio - The perfect place to enjoy a fall day!

Includes:

• Live music from Evin O'Riordan and Clayton Shay

• 20 tasters from over 10 local breweries

• Custom event 5 oz tasting glass

• Food trucks

• Photo ops

General Admission: $50
YGA Members: $40

Interested in becoming a member? YGA Memberships can be purchased here for $30. Memberships include a YGA T-shirt and special YGA offers.

This event is 21+. Free parking is available. 

$40 advanced tickets $50 @ the door Includes 10 - Tasting Tickets Pours for Parks Tickets available at www.opfrankfort.org or @ the Frankfort Park District office

• $40 includes 10 - Craft Beer, Wine, Margarita, or Spirit Tastings

• $15 General Admission - No Tastings

• Additional tasting tickets sold @ event • Beer Tasting Glass while supply lasts

• Entertainment

• Food will be available for purchase

• Guests must be 21 years of age to participate

Join us every month for TRIVIA with Reagan!

The $5 / person payment is a credit that goes towards your tab. It simply reserves your seat(s).

Join us for bingo on the first Tuesday of every month! $5 ticket goes right back to your tab and holds your spot for BINGO

Sipping on cider, hanging with friends, creating a fun experience with a guided painting session by the talented artist from Art is Endless. No experience necessary, materials included. $25

Join us every month for TRIVIA with Reagan!

The $5 / person payment is a credit that goes towards your tab. It simply reserves your seat(s).

Honoring the 50th anniversary of D&D. This combat workshop will teach you to fight like your favorite D&D character class; Paladin, Rogue or Monk—educational combat to live outside the realm and take one step further into your role. Wardrobe is encouraged. “Never compromise. Not even in the face of Armageddon.” This event is limited to guests 18 and older.

Sipping on cider, hanging with friends, creating a fun experience with a guided painting session by the talented artist from Art is Endless. No experience necessary, materials included. $25

Reserve your ticket for $5 and we will take it off on your tab! Free Combat class runs Sunday, Sept 1st

18 and older please, $5 credit goes towards your tab!

“Calling all femme-identifying babes to learn how to swing a broadsword like a badass.” workouts may seem intimidating, but they provide a unique and engaging way of exercising. You can channel your inner warrior and improve your physical fitness with the correct technique. This Swordswoman workshop will offer a unique and engaging way of exercising.

SOLD OUT!!!!!

Join us for bingo on the first Tuesday of every month! $5 ticket goes right back to your tab and holds your spot for BINGO

Hosted by the Lombard Junior Women’s Club!

Reserve your ticket for $5 and we will take it off on your tab! Free Combat class runs Sunday July 7th and Sept 1st

Tap into your wild side at our beer sampling event, including 17 breweries! Feast on food from 11 local restaurants, while learning about the unique animals here at the zoo. Zookeepers will be engaging with visitors throughout the event. Don't miss the otter feedings at 4:00 and 6:30!

Admission tickets include entry into the zoo, a souvenir tasting glass, 4 drink samples, and 2 food samples. Early bird pricing is $40 beginning April 12 -May 31. General admission pricing is $45

Breweries: 3 Floyds, War Pigs, Bust'd, Analytical, Casper, Desthil, Lil' Beaver, Emancipation, Unpossible Mead, Keg Grove, Limerick, Industry, Tree Hive, Triptych, Fiala Brothers, White Oak, ERIS Brewery & Cider House

Restaurants: Blo-No Pizza Co, Bonchon, Chi Express, D.P. Dough, Ft. Jesse Cafe, Hacienda Leon, Outback Steakhouse, Pizza Payaa, Sao's Late Night Eatery, Shmacked Pasta Bar, Under Wraps

50 RESTAURANTS - FOUR DIFFERENT ROUTES!

ERIS will be on the Kedzie Ae route at TailWinds Bike Shop

This is a 21+ ticketed event. Each ticket comes with a complimentary tasting glass. Taste Food & Wine will offer retail options, R Public House will have food for sale, and Jarvis Square Tavern and RPH will have full bars!

Mundelein Community Connection and Tighthead Brewing Company present the 11th Annual Mundelein Craft Beer Festival.

Summer Vibes let’s have some fun paining FLAMINGOS and sipping on ERIS cider!

30+ breweries, great food, and entertainment!