Horse Thief Hollow On Tap For Great American Beer Fest 2020

CHICAGO — For those looking for a unique way to relax and raise a pint amid the coronavirus pandemic, this year’s Great American Beer Festival is going virtual.

The 39th annual event, planned Oct. 1-18, will feature more than 900 craft breweries, including Horse Thief Hollow Brewing Co., 10426 S. Western Ave., Chicago Ridge. This year’s event includes a mix of online programming as well as in-person deals at your favorite breweries.

Online events are planned Oct. 16-17 for anyone who purchases event tickets.

Online programming for the festival will cover a variety of topics including tips and tricks to enhance beer knowledge and enjoyment, stories from standouts in the craft beer industry, and how to create the best flavors through beer and food pairings.

Online events kick off the night of Oct. 16 with the Great American Beer Festival awards ceremony, which is open to the public. The presentation will also be broadcast on The Brewing Network.

The award-winning Horse Thief Hollow took home the gold and silver in the Great American Brew Festival in 2018 and 2017 respectively, among other many other awards. Horse Thief Hollow is following all social distancing guidelines. There is also a carryout window to order beer to go. The brew pub offers an inspired menu of hand-crafted brews.

Festival organizers plan to publish the final list of breweries Sept. 15.

For those who choose to visit local breweries in person, many will offer in-house discounts during the festival.