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Enjoy our free, live shows on the front lawn of DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—they’re welcome and encouraged. 

FEATURING:  DAN HUBBARD

In a 20-year career as a singer-songwriter Dan Hubbard has released 9 studio albums, toured extensively throughout the United States, and shared the stage with countless national acts, including Martin Sexton, Andrew Combs, and Nikka Costa. Influenced by the likes of Tom Petty, Hubbard’s music has been acclaimed as “beautiful, powerful, and often seemingly effortless.” (Independent Clauses)

Hubbard—an Illinois Native and the youngest of three boys—credits his oldest brother D.J. with inspiring him to write. “He played me these songs he had written while he was off at college, and I was blown away. Seeing his talent made me believe I might have it in me too.” he says. At age nine, Hubbard’s middle brother, Erik,died from brain cancer when he was just 12. By 15, Dan discovered guitar as an outlet. “It became a way for me to properly mourn him, and heal.” After graduating from Illinois State University, Hubbard knew he wanted to pursue music, and he’s been honing his craft ever since.

From 2008-14, Dan played with his band the Humadors, and their 2011 release, The Love Show, hit the Roots Rock chart’s Top 50. In 2016 Hubbard collaborated with Nashville producer and 3-time Grammy Nominee Ken Coomer to release the self-titled solo album Dan Hubbard. “I was truly happy with it,” Dan says. “I felt like I finally made the record I had always wanted to make.” But he had a lot more to say, and the songs on his 2019 LP, Attention, covered everything from lost love and suicide, to brokenness, anger, hatred, and—a running theme in all Hubbard’s work—the redeeming power of love.

In 2021 Hubbard released a 5-song EP, Fall in Love Again (Quarantine Lullabies), as well as a single, See You Again (Live), and to commemorate his 20th year in the music business he released a playlist of his greatest hits on Apple Music and Spotify titled Too Many Hits -20 Years of Dan Hubbard Music.

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

Enjoy our free, live shows on the front lawn of DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—they’re welcome and encouraged. 

FEATURING:  CARRIE SUE & THE WOOD BURNERS

Carrie Sue & The Wood Burners hail from Urbana, IL and reside at the intersection of songwriting, storytelling, and harmonizing - creating a unique blend of folk, bluegrass, country and Americana music. It's a combination of the old and new that takes the timeless art of a well-crafted song, the beauty of interwoven melody and harmony, and melts it all together with contemporary inspiration.

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

Enjoy our free, live shows on the front lawn of DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—they’re welcome and encouraged. 

FEATURING:  NICK DITTMEIER & THE SAW DUSTERS

Nick Dittmeier is a singer-songwriter from Southern Indiana in the United States. With the support of his backing/touring band, The Sawdusters, he has released two full length albums, “Midwest Heart/ Southern Blues” in 2016 and “All Damn Day” in 2018, and an EP called "Companion" in 2019. These albums are gritty collections of songs, full of characters who were developed while staring over the dash of a beat up tour van, cruising through towns all over the South and Midwest.

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

Enjoy our free, live shows on the front lawn of DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—they’re welcome and encouraged. 

FEATURING:  DAN HUBBARD

In a 20-year career as a singer-songwriter Dan Hubbard has released 9 studio albums, toured extensively throughout the United States, and shared the stage with countless national acts, including Martin Sexton, Andrew Combs, and Nikka Costa. Influenced by the likes of Tom Petty, Hubbard’s music has been acclaimed as “beautiful, powerful, and often seemingly effortless.” (Independent Clauses)

Hubbard—an Illinois Native and the youngest of three boys—credits his oldest brother D.J. with inspiring him to write. “He played me these songs he had written while he was off at college, and I was blown away. Seeing his talent made me believe I might have it in me too.” he says. At age nine, Hubbard’s middle brother, Erik,died from brain cancer when he was just 12. By 15, Dan discovered guitar as an outlet. “It became a way for me to properly mourn him, and heal.” After graduating from Illinois State University, Hubbard knew he wanted to pursue music, and he’s been honing his craft ever since.

From 2008-14, Dan played with his band the Humadors, and their 2011 release, The Love Show, hit the Roots Rock chart’s Top 50. In 2016 Hubbard collaborated with Nashville producer and 3-time Grammy Nominee Ken Coomer to release the self-titled solo album Dan Hubbard. “I was truly happy with it,” Dan says. “I felt like I finally made the record I had always wanted to make.” But he had a lot more to say, and the songs on his 2019 LP, Attention, covered everything from lost love and suicide, to brokenness, anger, hatred, and—a running theme in all Hubbard’s work—the redeeming power of love.

In 2021 Hubbard released a 5-song EP, Fall in Love Again (Quarantine Lullabies), as well as a single, See You Again (Live), and to commemorate his 20th year in the music business he released a playlist of his greatest hits on Apple Music and Spotify titled Too Many Hits -20 Years of Dan Hubbard Music.

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

Shop local with us on Thursday, July 17th 5-8:30pm at an evening market set up on the lawn showcasing handcrafted goods from a variety of local artisans. Find something unique for yourself or to give as a gift!

To apply to be a vendor at our markets, submit social media links and info to Ally Frietsch at afrietsch@destihl.com

CONFIRMED VENDORS
Fairy Tree Studios
Sophia Renee Designs
Mellie Lia Crafts
Mudita Meraki
Buttercupp Candles
Apricot Lane
Big Eagle Supply Co
Ever Divine Crochet
Sassy & Classy Designs

Enjoy our free, live shows on the front lawn of DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—they’re welcome and encouraged. 

FEATURING:  BAND ANNOUNCEMENT COMING SOON!!

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

Enjoy our free, live shows on the front lawn of DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—they’re welcome and encouraged. 

FEATURING:  THE KING OF MARS

THE KING OF MARS is for fans of The Red Hot Chili Peppers, rock guitar riffs, pop hooks, and for anyone with some angst left in their soul. Created and led by frontman, guitarist, songwriter, and lead vocalist, John Bruner, The King of Mars has evolved through stages of instrumentation and consistently features Chicago’s best talent. Fans have brought TKOM touring across the country and constantly keeps them inspired.

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

Join us in the Barrel Room at DESTIHL Brewery for a festive brunch & bingo experience hosted by Bloomington-Normal drag royalty, Sharon ShareAlike!

Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet and mimosas while playing bingo and enjoying performances from Sharon and the area's most electric drag performers, Celexa, Mahogany, and Ava! Attendees must be 21+ and have a valid ID ready.

Doors open at 10:30am, and brunch buffet is served until 12pm - VIP tables get to SKIP THE CHECK-IN LINE! Get priority check-in and avoid the individual ticketholder line by purchasing a VIP Table for 6, 8, or 10 people with bottomless mimosas!

Showtime: 12-2pm

DESTIHL Brunch Buffet Includes:
* Spring Mix Salad (Vegetarian) - dried cherries, basil oil, lemon zest
* Silver Dollar Pancakes (Vegetarian) - Berry Compote, Whipped Cream, Vermont Maple Syrup
* Bacon Sausage Scramble - smashed red potatoes, scrambled eggs, tomato-guajillo sauce, green onions, cheddar cheese sauce, pimento cheese, crispy shredded potatoes
* House-made Buttermilk Biscuits (Vegetarian) - mixed berry jam, butter, sausage & coffee gravy
* Seasonal Fruit - with cheesecake dip

Individual Bottomless Mimosa add-on $25 + tax: Bottomless mimosas served 10:30am-1:30pm. The DESTIHL team will come around to refill your mimosas, so you'll never have to miss a song!

SERVICE GRATUITY IS INCLUDED IN TICKET PRICE, BUT PLEASE TIP YOUR QUEENS. The queens will graciously accept tips during their performances, so please bring cash. As a wise queen once said, "It costs a lot of money to look this cheap!"

There are NO REFUNDS or exchanges for this ticket, what it includes or events and promotions that may be included or associated with it. Tickets ARE transferrable.

Enjoy our free, live shows on the front lawn of DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—they’re welcome and encouraged. 

FEATURING:  DAN HUBBARD

In a 20-year career as a singer-songwriter Dan Hubbard has released 9 studio albums, toured extensively throughout the United States, and shared the stage with countless national acts, including Martin Sexton, Andrew Combs, and Nikka Costa. Influenced by the likes of Tom Petty, Hubbard’s music has been acclaimed as “beautiful, powerful, and often seemingly effortless.” (Independent Clauses)

Hubbard—an Illinois Native and the youngest of three boys—credits his oldest brother D.J. with inspiring him to write. “He played me these songs he had written while he was off at college, and I was blown away. Seeing his talent made me believe I might have it in me too.” he says. At age nine, Hubbard’s middle brother, Erik,died from brain cancer when he was just 12. By 15, Dan discovered guitar as an outlet. “It became a way for me to properly mourn him, and heal.” After graduating from Illinois State University, Hubbard knew he wanted to pursue music, and he’s been honing his craft ever since.

From 2008-14, Dan played with his band the Humadors, and their 2011 release, The Love Show, hit the Roots Rock chart’s Top 50. In 2016 Hubbard collaborated with Nashville producer and 3-time Grammy Nominee Ken Coomer to release the self-titled solo album Dan Hubbard. “I was truly happy with it,” Dan says. “I felt like I finally made the record I had always wanted to make.” But he had a lot more to say, and the songs on his 2019 LP, Attention, covered everything from lost love and suicide, to brokenness, anger, hatred, and—a running theme in all Hubbard’s work—the redeeming power of love.

In 2021 Hubbard released a 5-song EP, Fall in Love Again (Quarantine Lullabies), as well as a single, See You Again (Live), and to commemorate his 20th year in the music business he released a playlist of his greatest hits on Apple Music and Spotify titled Too Many Hits -20 Years of Dan Hubbard Music.

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

Enjoy our free, live shows on the front lawn of DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—they’re welcome and encouraged. 

FEATURING:  THE KILLBORN ALLEY BLUES BAND

The Kilborn Alley Blues Band does gritty Chicago blues and southern fried soul for all the generations of blues lovers. This music speaks for itself; better still, it convinces you to listen.

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

Enjoy our free, live shows on the front lawn of DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—they’re welcome and encouraged. 

FEATURING:  NECTAR VALLEY

Nectar Valley is a young 4-piece string band with a musically diverse background and an insatiable energy. Originating from Owensboro, Kentucky, the group initially formed from a handful of friends picking around and jamming for fun. Now based out of Louisville, Kentucky, the group has evolved into what it is today with Landon Kotarek on the mandolin and vocals, Tristan Howard on the guitar and vocals, Austin Quinton on the banjo and vocals, and Ronnie Saxon on the upright bass and vocals.

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

ALOHA, JEEP FANS! Join us for an epic, island-vibes Jeep® Cruise-In at DESTIHL Brewery! Whether you're showing off your ride or just soaking in the sun, this luau-style day is packed with live music, great beer, tropical treats, awesome vendors, and Jeep community fun, all while supporting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

EVENT TIMELINE:
* 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Day-of registration. Pre-register using the link below
First 50 Jeeps to register receive premium, reserved spots
* 12:00 PM Judging & public viewing kicks off!
* 12:00-3:00 PM Live music featuring Kyle Yap, vendors & activities on the Lawn
* 2:30 PM Awards presentation
* 3:00 PM Main event ends — but stick around! The Beer Hall is open until 9pm.

JUDGING CATEGORIES:
* Each winner scores an awesome prize and bragging rights!
* Best in Show 1999 & older
* Best in Show 2000 & newer
* Farthest Traveled
* Crowd Favorite
* Best Dressed Jeep (Let’s see those Luau looks!)

VENDORS & FEATURES
* Luau Bar on the Lower Lawn
* Cotton Candy & Snow Cones
* Custom Merch: Ducks, T-shirts & more
* Face Painting by Kari's Occasions
* Sam Leman Automotive Group: Showing off the latest Jeeps
* St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

A portion of Cruise-In registrations will go directly to St. Jude!

Pre-register your Jeep today & help us make a difference while celebrating what we love most: Jeeps, community, and summer vibes!

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

We can't wait to celebrate an unforgettable weekend of music, beer, and food with you! DeadHead Daze is a tribute to our award-winning DeadHead IPA Series—featuring heady jam bands, craft vendors, and epic eats. Come vibe with us!

Enjoy the soundtrack to this fun-filled weekend with free live music on our outdoor stage brought to you by Black Dirt Management!

SAVE THE DATE! Vendors & activities to be announced!

Enjoy our free, live shows on the front lawn of DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—they’re welcome and encouraged. 

FEATURING:  ALABAMA GETAWAY

Pushing boundaries into uncharted territories, Alabama Getaway is Edward David Anderson and friends interpreting the music of the Grateful Dead. 

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

Enjoy our free, live shows on the front lawn of DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—they’re welcome and encouraged. 

FEATURING:  MILES OVER MOUNTAINS

Miles Over Mountains is progressive, high energy bluegrass from Northern Illinois.

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

Enjoy our free, live shows on the front lawn of DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—they’re welcome and encouraged. 

FEATURING:  OLD SHOE

Old Shoe is a five-piece Americana roots rock band based out of Chicago, Illinois. Established in 2010, Old Shoe has steadily forged the Midwest scene with its organic grooves and growing loyal fanbase. The band’s humble beginnings started with weekly residencies at local Chicago bars, and quickly grew to high profile festival appearances at events like Summer Camp and Wakarusa, and opening slots for artists like Bruce Hornsby and Leftover Salmon. The band has even produced 13 annual installments of its own festival, Shoe Fest, drawing national acts and thousands of attendees from across the country.

Aside from their success in the live music realm, Old Shoe has also upheld a strong commitment to songwriting and the art of the record. Made up of talented songwriters, the band’s compositions paint a diverse landscape of American life. Old Shoe currently has four full-length albums under its belt, with a fifth record, Past the Light, slated for a December 2023 release. Their 2013 album Family was selected as the Best of 2013 Local Album by AAA radio station, 93.1FM WXRT.

Old Shoe’s music crosses many genres, from rock to funk, folk to indie, but it all lands in a space that is as comfortable as an old shoe. Over the years, this comfort has extended to the band’s fanbase, who have created a strong and welcoming sense of community that keeps both the band and fans marching along together.

Music presented by Black Dirt Management. Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

Accio teammates! Whether you're a brave Gryffindor, a clever Ravenclaw, a loyal Hufflepuff, or a cunning Slytherin, it’s time to test your magical knowledge at Harry Potter Trivia Night!

We'll cover it all — books and movies, spells and potions, magical creatures, Quidditch rules, and those deep Hogwarts lore facts only true witches and wizards will know. So grab your wand, hop on your broom, and join us for a night that’s sure to be Sirius-ly fun!

Tickets are required. Tickets are $5/person. Up to six people per table.

Email Twin City Trivia using the Get Tickets link below.

Join us for a creative night of painting, pets, and pints in the Barrel Room! Guests will receive a paint-by-number outline of their pet (based on a photo they provide) and all the supplies needed to bring their masterpiece to life. No experience is necessary, just bring your love for animals and an appetite for fun! Tickets are $55 per person, all proceeds support The Pet Pack Rescue Initiative

Your ticket includes:

• A custom paint-by-number outline of your pet
• All painting supplies & step-by-step instructions
• A DESTIHL beverage to enjoy at the event
• The chance to support a great cause!

Make a night of it! Arrive early to grab dinner in the Beer Hall before the event.

IMPORTANT: You must send a clear photo of ONE pet to Megan at mecouri@gmail.com immediately after purchasing your ticket to ensure your custom outline is prepared in time.

Don't wait—spots are limited, and this event will sell out! Grab your ticket today and get ready to unleash your inner artist for a paws-itively good cause! 

There are NO REFUNDS or exchanges for tickets, what it includes, or beers, events, and promotions that may be included.