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Chicago Beer Society presents:BPSO XXVI: The 26th Annual Brewpub Shootout
Saturday January 31st, 2026 // 1pm - 5pm
Half Acre Beer Co.
2050 W Balmoral Ave Chicago, IL
Come out and enjoy the best beers paired with the best food from Chicago-area brewpubs and microbreweries. Attendees will sample a wide variety of beers as well as each brewpub's food items and vote for their favorite beer, food, and pairing. Winners will be announced at the end of the event and presented with their hard earned awards.
For the 27th BPSO, we are delighted to be returning to Half Acre. Their distinctive space is set to provide the backdrop for yet another amazing and competitive culinary experience.
Current CBS members are now able to purchase tickets (check your inbox for your member discount codes).
PUBLIC TICKETS AVAILABLE MONDAY 12/22 @ NOON
NOTE: Parking around Half Acre is EXTREMELY limited. We strongly suggest that all attendees use public transit and/or rideshare options.
INITIAL PARTICIPANTS:
Alulu
Church Street
Double Clutch Brewing Company
Duneyrr x Chicago Secret Burger
Flossmoor Station
Half Acre
Haymarket
Industry Ales
MORE Brewing
Obscurity
Off Color
Old Irving
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+ ADDITIONAL PARTICIPANTS TBA
SEE YOU THERE!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Half Acre Balmoral, 2050 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60625-1011, United States, Lincolnwood
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