Christmas in July: A Fundraiser for Illinois Craft Brewers Guild
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Join dozens of Illinois craft breweries for a special fundraiser to support the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild while we continue to stay safe and practice physical distancing. Introducing…
Christmas in July: 24 Days of Illinois Beer.
Christmas in July is a 24-day fundraiser that puts a limited collection of Illinois-brewed craft beer from some of the state’s most exciting breweries together in one case – and into the hands of our biggest fans – all for a good cause.
Christmas in July benefits the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild (ICBG), the nonprofit association that supports Illinois’ craft breweries, advocating for policies that strengthen the state’s craft beer industry and providing resources to help Illinois breweries navigate the uncertainty created by the Covid-19 health pandemic.
Like so many organizations, the ICBG relies heavily on funds raised from its signature festivals and fundraisers. With large gatherings – including Beer Under Glass – on hold for the foreseeable future, we are bringing the variety you’ve come to expect from our festivals to your home throughout the month of July.
ICBG will release a limited number of assorted cases of Illinois beer from 80 participating breweries across the state. Each Christmas in July Variety Case will feature a random selection of 24 beers (12- and 16-ounce cans and bottles) brewed from Chicago to Central and Downstate Illinois – inviting fans to explore new brews and enjoy old favorites. All craft beer will be donated from Illinois breweries, and 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild. A full list of participating breweries can be found below. Tickets go on sale Friday, June 12 at 10:00 am CST.
Then, just like an advent calendar at Christmas, craft beer fans will be encouraged to enjoy one #IllinoisBeer each day from July 8-31. Variety Cases must be purchased in advance and picked up from one of several pick-up locations at a preselected date and time in accordance with social distancing protocols.
Christmas in July Virtual Open House Series
Don’t worry… we would never ask you to drink alone…
Every day during Christmas in July, two Illinois breweries will host virtual open houses on Facebook Live. Each brewery will put its own spin on their open house, with activities ranging from beer tastings and brewery tours to brewer interviews and conversations with the men and women who make Illinois beer.
Virtual open houses take place Monday to Saturday evening at 8:30 p.m. and Sundays at noon. A detailed calendar of events will be included with every Christmas in July Variety Case so you can join the open houses as often as your schedule allows. We also encourage you to purchase a Drink Illinois tank top to show your support!
Thank you for participating in Christmas in July: 24 Days of Illinois Beer! Your purchase enables us to continue advocating for legislation that helps Illinois breweries survive these challenging times.
Christmas in July Variety Case + Virtual Open House Series
$85 (plus processing)
Drink Illinois Tank Top
$15 (plus tax)
Ordering + Pickup Information
Christmas in July: 24 Days of Illinois Beer runs July 8-31.
Christmas in July Variety Cases will be available for pickup at one of five brewery locations between July 2 and July 8. When completing your purchase, please select the pickup location of your choice. Once your purchase is complete, detailed pickup instructions and timing for your selected brewery will be emailed to you, so please ensure your email address is recorded accurately.
Christmas in July Pickup Locations
Revolution Brewing, Chicago (Chicago)
Alter Brewing, Downers Grove (Western Suburbs)
Hailstorm Brewing, Tinley Park (South Suburbs)
Mikerphone Brewing, Elk Grove Village (Northwest Suburbs)
Keg Grove Brewing, Bloomington (Central Illinois)
Disclosures
All sales are final. Purchases are non-refundable. Tickets have no cash value. Tickets are sold on a first come, first served basis, and Christmas in July Variety Cases are limited, so we encourage you to purchase your case early. Variety Cases are assembled and sold at random, and no particular brewery or beer can be guaranteed.
Must be 21 years of age or older with valid identification to purchase and pick up Christmas in July Variety Cases. Ticket holders/purchasers must be present at pickup, and their ID must match the name on the ticket to process pickup. All pick-ups must be made at the designated brewery and during the predetermined pick-up date and time.
Participating Breweries
2 Fools Cider
Liquid Love Brewing
Adams Street Brewery
Lo Rez Brewing
Alarmist Brewing
Maplewood Brewery & Distillery
Aleman Brewing Company
Marz Community Brewing Co.
Alter Brewing
Around the Bend
Metal Monkey Brewing Co.
Mikerphone Brewing
Banging Gavel
Miskatonic Brewing Company
Begyle Brewing
MORE Brewing Company
Black Horizon Brewing Company
Noon Whistle Brewing
Brickstone Brewery
Old Irving Brewing Co.
BuckleDown Brewing
On Tour Brewing Co.
Buffalo Creek Brewing
Penrose Brewing Company
Burnt City Brewing
Pilot Project Brewing
Phase Three Brewing Company
Church Street Brewing
Cruz Blanca Brewery
Pipeworks Brewing Co.
Crystal Lake Brewing
Pollyanna Brewing Company
Cypress Grove Brewing
Prairie Street Brewing Co.
DESTIHL Brewery
Rabid Brewing
Dovetail Brewery
Ravinia Brewing Company
Elmhurst Brewing Company
Revolution Brewing
Empirical Brewery
Roaring Table Brewing Co.
Energy City Brewing
Scorched Earth Brewing Co.
Evil Horse Brewing Company
Sew Hop’d Brewery
Exit Strategy Brewing Co.
Short Fuse Brewing Company
Finch Beer Co.
Side Lot Brewery
Flossmoor Station Brewing Co.
Sketchbook Brewing Co.
Goose Island Beer Co.
Smylie Brothers Brewing Co.
Great Central Brewing Company
Solemn Oath Brewery
Hailstorm Brewing Co.
Spiteful Brewery
Half Acre Beer Co.
Tangled Roots Brewing Company
Half Day Brewing
Temperance Beer Company
Haymarket Pub & Brewery
The Old Bakery Beer Company
Hop Butcher for the World
Tighthead Brewing Company
Hopewell Brewing Company
Triptych Brewing
Two Brothers Brewing Company
Illuminated Brew Works
Unpossible Mead
Urban Renewal Brewery
Kings and Convicts Brewing Co.
Whiskey Hill Brewing Company
Kinslahger Brewing
White Oak Brewing
LaGrow Organic Beer Co.
Will County Brewing
Lagunitas Brewing Company
Ike & Oak Brewing Co.
Keg Grove Brewing Company
About the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild
The Illinois Craft Brewers Guild (ICBG) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the development and expansion of the craft beer industry in Illinois. Founded in 1997, ICBG focuses its efforts on member and consumer education, legislative and regulatory advocacy, and the promotion of its member craft breweries. Learn more at www.illinoisbeer.org and follow along on Facebook (Illinois Craft Brewers Guild), Twitter(@IllinoisBeer), and Instagram (@ILCraftBeer).
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2020-07-08T20:30:00-05:00
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2020-07-31T21:30:00-05:00
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