Mix of '26: Beyond Beer & Bourbon Fest

Name: Mix of '26: Beyond Beer & Bourbon Fest
Start: 2026-05-30
Location: Hollywood Casino Joliet, 1401 Gateway Blvd

May

Date

30 May (Saturday)

Time

Sat, 12 – 5 PM

Venue

Hollywood Casino Joliet, 1401 Gateway Blvd

Joliet, IL, United States

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📝 Useful Information

The Mix of '26: Beyond Beer & Bourbon Fest is a two-day summer kickoff festival taking place in Joliet, Illinois, on May 29 and 30, 2026. Hosted by Will-Grundy Habitat for Humanity, the event raises funds for their Veteran Build programs, which support affordable housing for military service members and veterans.

The festival will be held outdoors in the parking lot adjacent to the brand-new Hollywood Casino Joliet.

Tickets can be purchased through the official Will-Grundy Habitat for Humanity event page or Eventbrite. Both Friday and Saturday events are strictly for individuals 21 and over.

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Event Schedule & Details

Venue & Location

•Friday Night Kickoff Concert

•Date & Time: Friday, May 29, 2026, from 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM (Doors open at 6:00 PM).

•Description: A high-energy outdoor 5th-anniversary celebration featuring live music from 7th Heaven and Hillbilly Rockstarz.

•Cost: General Admission is $25; attendance is limited to 1,000 people.

•Beyond Beer & Bourbon Fest

•Date & Time: Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (VIP entry at 11:00 AM).

•Description: An outdoor sampling event featuring over 100 craft beers and premium bourbons, plus an expanded "Beyond" lineup including wine, tequila, rum, vodka, and seltzers.

•Cost: Early Bird tickets (available until March 31) are $65 for General Admission and $125 for VIP. After April 1, General Admission increases to $75.

•Hollywood Casino Joliet

•Address: 1401 Gateway Blvd, Joliet, IL 60431.

•Live Music: Performances across two stages throughout the day on Saturday.

•Dining: A variety of food trucks will be on-site, with additional elevated dining options available inside the Hollywood Casino Joliet.

•Activities: The event includes outdoor games like corn hole, local vendors, giveaways, and raffles.

•VIP Experience: Includes early access, specialty pours, small bites, and an exclusive lounge area with proximity to the main stage.

Updated at 19 Mar 2026