Tinley Park's Brew & Vine Fest Almost Ready To Please Palates

TINLEY PARK, IL — Beer and wine connoisseurs, get your palates ready. Tickets are on sale now for the annual Brew & Vine fest, to be held April 1.

Brew & Vine toasts its 12th anniversary this year at the venue, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. The one-day event is hosted by the Tinley Park Chamber of Commerce and is loaded with festivities.

Beer and wine lovers can sample over 150 craft beers and wine, and pair their beverage of choice with delicious food vendors. While tasting their selection with a commemorative glass, participants will enjoy live entertainment on the main stage with artists The Walkins from 4 to 6 p.m. and headliner The Student Body taking the stage from 6 to 10 p.m.

Tasting tickets can be purchased at tinleyparkbrewandvine.com. VIP tickets are $60, which includes a tasting glass and 24 taste tickets. VIP hours are 4 to 6 p.m.. General Admission cost is $40, which includes a tasting glass and 12 taste tickets. General Admission hours are 6 to 10 p.m. Space is limited and suggested to purchase tickets early.

A "designated driver" program is available for those who wish to enjoy all the event has to offer with the exception of alcoholic beverages. A $15 ticket buys four taste tickets for pop and water. The cost is $15 and no alcohol will be served to the DD ticket holders.

“The Tinley Park Chamber of Commerce is proud of our signature event and the opportunity to showcase our members and local vendors,” said Mary Kay Campbell, Executive Director.

All participants must be 21 or older in order to participate in beer and wine tasting. No family activities are planned, children or teenagers are not allowed. All guests must be prepared with photo identification showing proof of age. Parking is free and the festival is handicap accessible. Table and chairs will be set up for relaxing. No outside food or beverages are allowed into the event. Appropriate attire is required. The Brew & Vine committee loves pets, but they need to stay home for this event. No pets allowed.

There are additional hotels near the Tinley Park Convention Center as well as the EVEN Hotel, which is attached to the Convention. Shuttle bus service is offered by several local hotels. A list of hotels can be found on the Chamber website tinleychamber.org listed under Member Directory.