Festivals & HolidaysSaturday, November 14

The 24th Annual Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beer (FOBAB) Returns to Chicago

Name: The 24th Annual Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beer (FOBAB) Returns to Chicago
Start: 2026-11-14T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-11-14T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Credit Union 1 Arena

Saturday, November 14 · 1-5 p.m. · Credit Union 1 Arena

1-5 p.m.

When: Saturday, November 14 · 1-5 p.m.
Where: Credit Union 1 Arena525 S Racine Ave · Chicago, IL · 60607
Good to know: $85+

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The Illinois Craft Brewers Guild (ICBG) announces the Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beer (FoBAB) , North America’s largest and most prestigious barrel-aged beer festival, competition, and ICBG fundraiser, returning to Chicago on November 13-14. The nationally recognized event, now in its 24 th year, brings the top wood and barrel-aging brewmasters and craft beer’s biggest enthusiasts to the heart of Chicago. FoBAB 2026 will offer two tasting sessions, a renowned national competition, and a one-of-a-kind opportunity to sample 250+ unique beers, ciders, meads, and perrys—many brewed exclusively for (and available only at) the festival.

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