FOBAB 2024

FOBAB 2025

Event Date(s): Fri, Nov 07 to Sat, Nov 08, 2025

Starts in 17 days. Over 5K attendees

Location: Credit Union 1 Arena

Chicago, IL - US Top10 BestBeerFestival


Event Summary

FOBAB, or the Festival of Wood and Barrel-Aged Beer, is one of the premier events in the United States dedicated to showcasing beers that have been aged in wooden barrels.

Held annually in Chicago, Illinois, FOBAB celebrates the complex flavors and characteristics that wood-aging imparts to beer, including those aged in barrels previously used for whiskey, bourbon, wine, or other spirits.

Event Information

  • Date(s): Fri, Nov 07 to Sat, Nov 08, 2025
  • Hours: 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Venue: Credit Union 1 Arena (outdoor)
  • Address: 525 S. Racine Avenue Chicago, IL, 60607 US
  • Expected Attendance: Over 5K attendees
  • Participating Breweries: 170+
  • Live Music: Yes
  • Entry Policy: Proof of legal drinking age required
  • Established: Annual event since 2005

Travel Information

Additional Information

  • Est. ticket price: $85

Expected Forecast in Chicago, IL

  • Average Temperature: In early November, Chicago usually experiences cool temperatures, with average highs around 50°F (10°C) and lows near 35°F (2°C).
  • Conditions: Attendees are advised to check local weather forecasts closer to the event for more precise information.

This prediction is calculated using the historical average of past data to estimate future values.

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