The Church Street Brewing Grayslake Showcase brings an afternoon of award-winning, European-inspired craft beers to Beer Bazaar on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM! Stop by during your weekly stroll through the Grayslake Farmers Market to sample a lineup of “Righteously Good Beer”.
Whether you love crisp traditional German lagers, fruity sours, or juicy hazy IPAs, this free tasting has something special for every craft drink lover.
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Event Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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Event Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Location: Beer Bazaar Bottle Shop & Taproom (107 Center St, Grayslake, IL 60030)
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Featured Brewery: Church Street Brewing Company (Itasca, IL)
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Admission: 100% Free to sample (Must be 21+ with valid photo ID)
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Estimated Reading Time: 2 Minutes
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Content Author: Beer Bazaar Beverage Curation Team
What to Expect at the Church Street Brewing Grayslake Showcase
Based in Itasca, Illinois, Church Street Brewing Company is celebrated across the Midwest for its uncompromised commitment to craft excellence.
Their brew team combines traditional European decoction mashing techniques with high-grade malts and modern hop varieties to create remarkably balanced, flavor-packed beers.
Featured Craft Brews & THC Drinks on Sample
During this mid-week showcase, guests can enjoy complimentary samples from across Church Street’s lineup:
1. Brewcifer
A luscious hazy India Pale Ale saturated with tropical hops, delivering explosive notes of sweet mango, passionfruit, and bright citrus.
2. Devil’s Advocate
A dark, rich Belgian-style ale packed with complex layers of dried fruit, toasted caramel, and warming Belgian yeast spices.
3. Summertime Pils
A crisp, refreshing German-style pilsner with clean malt sweetness, snappy hop bitterness, and a dry finish built for late summer afternoons.
4. Heavenly Helles
A classic German-style Helles lager that pours bright golden with a clean, malt-forward profile and delicate noble hop aromas.
5. Raspberry Sour
A vibrant, fruit-forward tart ale infused with real raspberry purée, balancing juicy berry sweetness with a mouth-watering sour bite.
6. Pigeon Row Hemp-Derived THC Beverages
Experience Church Street’s line of craft hemp seltzers, including refreshing Delta-9 THC flavors like Grape Escape and Hop Skip and a Jump!
3 Reasons to Attend This Mid-Week Showcase
This afternoon event offers the ideal opportunity to explore new craft releases in a comfortable taproom environment:
1. Meet the Church Street Brewery Crew
Chat directly with brewery representatives from Church Street Brewing Company to learn about their ingredients, mashing process, and canning lineup.
2. Free Tasting & Take-Home 4-Packs
Sample featured lagers, IPAs, and sours for free at the bar, then grab fresh 4-packs from our retail coolers for home.
3. Pair With the Downtown Farmers Market
Combine your craft beer sampling with fresh local produce, artisan food vendors, and shopping in historic downtown Grayslake.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there any cost to attend the Church Street Brewing Grayslake Showcase?
No! Sampling is 100% free for all taproom guests ages 21 and older.
Can I buy full cans or draft pours during the event?
Yes! Full 4-packs and single cans are available in our retail bottle shop, alongside 20 active draft lines at the bar.
Are non-alcoholic or THC beverages included in the tasting?
Yes! Church Street’s Pigeon Row hemp-derived THC sparkling beverages will be available to sample alongside traditional craft beers.
Where is Beer Bazaar located?
Beer Bazaar is located at 107 Center Street in downtown Grayslake, Illinois, right along the Grayslake Farmers Market route.
Hub & Spoke Cluster: Related Grayslake Events
Explore our connected event hubs and mid-week community activities:
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Pillar Event Hub: View our full schedule on the Grayslake Community Events Calendar.
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Sister Event: Join us tomorrow night for the Adult Admin Club Grayslake co-working session.
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Draft & Package Hub: Browse current glass pours on the main Beer Bazaar Taproom Menu.
Join Us for the Church Street Brewing Grayslake Showcase
Stop by Center Street this Wednesday afternoon to sip, chat, and find your new favorite brew!
For questions, bottle holds, or storefront directions, call our team directly at (224) 541-4494. See you in the historic Village of Grayslake center this Wednesday!