Brüegala…With A Twist!

October 1, 2021 5:00 pm - October 1, 2021 9:00 pm

Brüegala…With A Twist!
200 N Main St
Oct 1, 2021 5-9 PM

Please join us for Bruegala – With A Twist! A series of weeklong events the week of September 27 – October 1st.
This Octoberfest theme will kickoff each day at one of our local breweries, ending with a large wrap-up event in Downtown Bloomington, following the First Friday event.
The order of events will be as follows:
Monday: Keg Grove 3-7 PM
Tuesday: Lil Beaver 5-9 PM
Wednesday: White Oak 3-9 PM
Thursday: Destihl 5-9 PM
Friday: Downtown Bloomington 5-9 PM

Friday will consist of local breweries, food trucks, and live music for everyone to enjoy. The blocks on Jefferson and Main will be reserved for the time of the event. Cash Only (ATM onsite)
Look for more details of the weekday events coming soon on Facebook!

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