# Event Details - **Event Name**: BPSO XXVII: The 27th Annual Brewpub Shootout - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Come out to sample and vote for the best beers paired with the best food from Chicago-area brewpubs and microbreweries.About this EventChicago Beer Society presents:BPSO XXVII: The 27th Annual Brewpub ShootoutSaturday January 31st, 2026 // 1pm - 5pmHalf Acre Beer Co.2050 W Balmoral Ave Chicago, ILCome out and enjoy the best beers paired with the best food from Chicago-area brewpubs and microbreweries. Attendees will sample a wide variety of beers as well as each brewpub's food items and vote for their favorite beer, food, and pairing. Winners will be announced at the end of the event and presented with their hard earned awards.For the 27th BPSO, we are delighted to be returning to Half Acre. Their distinctive brewery space is set to provide the backdrop for yet another amazing and competitive culinary experience.Current CBS members are able to purchase tickets at the discounted member rate of $75. Use the the code or link you received via email to purchase tickets. If you have issues, please email info@chibeer.org for assistance.Individual members can purchase up to 2 tickets. Couples memberships can purchase up to 4 tickets.Non-members will be able to purchase any remaining tickets starting at noon on Monday December 22nd for $85 each.Come to support your favorite brewery/brewpub or discover a new favorite - either way, you get to taste the very best beer and food that Chicago has to offer.NOTE: Parking around Half Acre is EXTREMELY limited. We strongly suggest that all attendees use public transit and/or rideshare options.INITIAL PARTICIPANTS:Church StreetHalf AcreHaymarketIndustry AlesMORE BrewingObscurityOff ColorOld Irving+ ???+ ?????+ ???????+ ?????????+ ADDITIONAL PARTICIPANTS TBA!SEE YOU THERE!~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~- Ticket sales are final- Attendees must be 21 years or older (no children, no pets)- Admission includes all beer & food samples from each brewery/brewpub- Brewery and chef participation is subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control- Parking is lextremely imited. We strongly suggest that all attendees use public transit and/or rideshare options to attend the event.- Visit our website for information: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/b87813b0-da3e-11f0-88ab-410a95599789-rimg-w1200-h629-dcffffff-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/b8be9290-da3e-11f0-88ab-410a95599789-rimg-w740-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Agenda?: 01:00 PMDoors Open?: 01:00 PMTasting & Sampling?: 04:00 PMVoting Ends?: 04:15 PMAwards Ceremony?: 04:45 PMLast Call?: 05:00 PMEvent Ends - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/bpso-xxvii-the-27th-annual-brewpub-shootout/100001977184735769 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 92.55, max: 92.55, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Half Acre Beer Co - **lat**: 41.980193 - **long**: -87.681371 - **full address**: Half Acre Beer Co, 2050 West Balmoral Avenue, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: BPSO XXVII: The 27th Annual Brewpub Shootout - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/b784277d8824533a4b51f8b7af26bda1ec7bfcaefd57a7f491373e2da77237e8-rimg-w1200-h600-dcbfc1c0-gmir.jpg?v=1765862346 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is BPSO XXVII: The 27th Annual Brewpub Shootout being held? - **A:** BPSO XXVII: The 27th Annual Brewpub Shootout takes place on Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Half Acre Beer Co, 2050 West Balmoral Avenue, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for BPSO XXVII: The 27th Annual Brewpub Shootout? - **A:** Tickets for BPSO XXVII: The 27th Annual Brewpub Shootout are priced at USD 93 per person. This is a high-demand event - early booking is strongly recommended. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 93 + USD 8 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing BPSO XXVII: The 27th Annual Brewpub Shootout? - **A:** BPSO XXVII: The 27th Annual Brewpub Shootout is organized by Chicago Beer Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** BPSO XXVII: The 27th Annual Brewpub Shootout is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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We are one of the country’s oldest, largest, and most respected beer organizations. Our membership includes a diverse group of people united by a love for craft beer and the art of brewing.MembershipMany of Chicago Beer Society events are exclusive to members only and all our events include members only discounts and first crack at tickets for our most popular events. Interested in joining?Click here for more details and to sign up.VolunteeringChicago Beer Society (affectionately known by its members as CBS) is member supported and exclusively run by small group of volunteers. We have no paid staff and are always looking for new volunteers, especially members in good standing, willing to help in any capacity related to beer dispensing, event organizing, public outreach, technology, or virtually any other skill. Email info@chibeer.org with your interests and we will get you paired up." } ] } ] ```