For our 5th year, we're MIXing it up in 2026 and going Beyond Beer and Bourbon to include a Friday night concert to make it a 2-day event!About this Event
Get ready to celebrate with us at THE event to kick off the summer!
Beyond Beer & Bourbon, presented by Blue Ribbon Products is elevating this year’s event and we’re partnering with the all-new Hollywood Casino Joliet to really make this a weekend to remember.
Returning in 2026 is the all-day Saturday Beyond Beer & Bourbon Fest sampling event that has grown into a powerful community tradition, uniting supporters to help Will-Grundy Habitat for Humanity’s Veteran Build programs. This year’s theme, Mix of ’26, combines live music, great food, premium beverages and a celebration that now spans across TWO EXCITING DAYS!
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Both Friday and Saturday events is for 21 and over.
FRIDAY, MAY 29: OUTDOOR CONCERT
7:00 - 11:30 PM
The party kicks off Friday night with a high-energy outdoor concert on the grounds of Hollywood Casino Joliet. Featuring crowd-favorite, 7th Heaven and the Midwest’s #1 country rock band, Hillbilly Rockstarz, Friday night is all about music, atmosphere and fun.
Friday night's concert is limited to 1,000 people, so get your tickets early.
Guests can enjoy:
- Outdoor concert experience with two exciting live bands
- Food trucks and festival-style food options
- Beverages available for purchase
- Easy access to the new Hollywood Casino Joliet
Please note: No alcohol tastings are happening on Friday.
SATURDAY, MAY 30: BEYOND BEER & BOURBON FEST
12:00 - 5:00 PM (VIP Admission opens at 11:00 AM)
Saturday’s festival expands to Beyond Beer & Bourbon sampling not only craft beers and premium Bourbons, but we’ve added wines, tequilas, rums, vodka, hard seltzers, ready-to-drink cocktails and more making sure there is something for everyone.
Guests can enjoy:
- Beers and Bourbons worth bragging about
- Wine, tequila, rum, vodka and other surprise pours in the “Beyond” lineup
- Crave-worthy food trucks outside and elevated dining options inside
- Live local music across two stages that set the vibe
- Outdoor games, giveaways, vendors, VIP experiences, must-have raffles and plenty of reasons to come together with your friends
- Easy access to the new Hollywood Casino Joliet
- Your chance to support Will-Grundy Habitat’s Veteran Build programs
Schedule
🕑: 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
FRIDAY KICKOFF CONCERT
Host: 7th Heaven
🕑: 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
SATURDAY - VIP Ticket
Host: VIP Tent Sponsored by Elevate Private Wealth Management
🕑: 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM
SATURDAY - General Admission Ticket
🕑: 04:30 PM
SATURDAY - Raffle Ticket Winner Announcement
SATURDAY - Main Stage
🕑: 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
FRIDAY NIGHT OUTDOOR CONCERT EVENT
Host: 7TH HEAVEN (7:00-9:00pm)
🕑: 12:00 PM - 04:30 PM
SATURDAY MAIN STAGE - BEYOND BEER & BOURBON
Host: 12:00-2:00 - TBD
SATURDAY - 2nd Stage
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM
Lorenzo D
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:50 PM
Colleen Wild
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:50 PM
Jack Wiemeler
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:50 PM
RadiOMG! Unplugged Trio
🕑: 04:00 PM
4:00 - 4:50 PM
Host: Alex Hoffer
FRIDAY - CONCERT
🕑: 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
FRIDAY NIGHT OUTDOOR CONCERT EVENT
Host: 7th Heaven
Event Venue
Hollywood Casino Joliet, 1401 Gateway Boulevard, Joliet, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 2500.00
