Head to Malt Row, Ravenswood’s bustling craft beer community to sip your way through the annual Ravenswood on Tap festival on July 19 – 20, 2025. The festival showcases the neighborhood’s small craft breweries, including Koval, Dovetail, Half Acre and more.

Photo courtesy of Ravenswood on Tap
Enjoy fresh brews and cocktails as well as live music, local vendors, food trucks, and axe throwing. The exciting music line-up includes Chicago blues guitarist Toronzo Cannon with singer Joanna Connor, Chicago’s all-female Beastie Boys tribute She’s Crafty, emo rock band Punk’d and more.
The eighth annual festival runs from noon to 10 pm on Saturday, July 19 and from noon to 8 pm on Sunday, July 20. Come early to enjoy special tappings , games and the best street food pairings.
Ravenswood on Tap is free with a $10 suggested donation, with beer tickets available for sale.
Ravenswood on Tap
Ravenswood and Berteau Avenues (in front of Empirical Brewery)
July 19-20, 2025, noon-10 pm
Free with a $10 suggested donation
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