Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest on tap Saturday

Featuring craft beer, cider, mead and seltzers from more than 50 brewers, the eighth annual Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest will take place from 1 to 6 p.m. Sept. 16 on the grounds of the Elmhurst History Museum, 120 East Park Ave.

The fest is hosted by the Elmhurst Heritage Foundation, the nonprofit fundraising arm for the Elmhurst History Museum. Proceeds benefit the educational programs and exhibits for the museum and the Churchville School House.

Beer novices and aficionados alike will enjoy selections from renowned brewers, many of which are from Elmhurst, including Elmhurst Brewing and Bottle Theory. Other brewers include Afterthought, Goldfinger and Revolution.

PettyCash and Lake Effect will perform on the music stage throughout the afternoon. Tacos will be available to buy from Rigo’s Tacos.

Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest tickets can be bought at www.elmhurstcraftbeerfest.com. Discounted tickets are available for $45; VIP tickets with early entry at noon are $55. After Sept. 8, admission tickets will be $55 and VIP entry tickets will be $70. Tickets include a 3-ounce commemorative tasting glass, 18 drink tickets, live music and light snacks. Designated driver tickets are $20. The first 200 attendees will receive a $5 City Centre gift card that may be used after the fest in Elmhurst City Center restaurants.

For more information on the Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest, visit elmhurstcraftbeerfest.com or follow on social media at @ElmhurstCraftBeerFest on Facebook, @elmhurstcraftbeerfest on Instagram, @BeerElmhurst on Twitter or on the Untappd app.