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Winter Fun in the Heritage Corridor



Blues, Brews & BBQ Fest

227 Heritage Quarries Dr Lemont, IL

Dates: May. 24, 2025
times: 12:00 pm
Location: The Forge: Lemont Quarries, 227 Heritage Quarries Dr, Lemont, IL


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Beer tastings from 15+ regional breweries, smoky barbecue and live Blues music all day! Experience the signature flavors and soulful sounds of Chicago at Blues, Brews & BBQ, an outdoor festival featuring live blues music, smoky barbecue and craft brews from more than 15 regional breweries. This event is a celebration of Chicago's rich music, beer and food culture. Doors open at noon. Lineup of breweries and bands to be announced soon!

Enjoy samples or an entire beer from some of your favorite breweries! Save time and purchase our General Admission Plus or Additional Drink Tickets online to avoid waiting in additional lines.

Drink Tickets Are Valid For The Below Pours: 1 ticket = 3 oz sample 4 tickets = 12 oz beer

The Venue:

The Mount at The Forge: Lemont Quarries is a stage and outdoor venue where music concerts, food truck festivals and celebrations converge in a 300-acre adventure park, located 22 miles from Chicago in Lemont, IL. Since 2020, The Mount at The Forge: Lemont Quarries has been an incredible addition to the daily adventurous activities including rock climbing, ziplining, kayaking, archery and more. The Forge: Lemont Quarries has something to Exhilarate, Educate and Entertain adventurers of all ages, backgrounds and abilities.

The Mount at The Forge: Lemont Quarries has hosted headlining bands like Everclear, The Revivalists, Sister Hazel, Trippin' Billies, and so many more.

Bring your own chair or blanket and find a spot on our lawn to enjoy the music.

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