What’s Happening at Burning Bush

From weekly trivia and game night to live music, beer releases, and food pop-ups, there’s always a reason to stop by!

Upcoming Events

For music bookings contact musicbookings@burningbushbrewery.com

Fall Fest
Oct
26

Fall Fest

Celebrate Fall Fest at Burning Bush on Sunday, October 26th from 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM!

There will be live music, food pop-ups, family activities, raffles, and more.

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Houseplant Workshop with Uncommon Plant Guy
Oct
16

Houseplant Workshop with Uncommon Plant Guy

A hands-on, beginner-friendly plant night—perfect for a night out with friends, a date, or solo self-care.

ALL PROFITS FROM THIS EVENT WILL BE DONATED DIRECTLY TO THE ILLINOIS COALITION FOR IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE RIGHTS (ICIRR)

Looking for a creative and relaxing night out? Join the Uncommon Plant Guy—Chicago’s houseplant expert—for a 90-minute experience where you’ll create your very own kokedama: a stunning Japanese-inspired moss ball planter. It’s the perfect mix of mindful crafting, plant care, and a little bit of dirt-under-your-fingernails joy.

You’ll leave with a beautiful, rustic-chic living sculpture — a one-of-a-kind piece that brings simple, organic beauty to your home.

🪴 What’s Included:

  • A healthy, high-quality plant to add to your colleciton at home

  • All materials to create your kokedama

  • A step-by-step workbook with detailed care guide

  • Expert instruction on plant care to help your kokedama thrive long after the workshop

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Houseplant Workshop with Uncommon Plant Guy
Aug
14

Houseplant Workshop with Uncommon Plant Guy

Join Uncommon Plant Guy for a Houseplant Workshop!

🪴 What’s Included:

  • A healthy, high-quality plant to add to your colleciton at home

  • All materials to create your kokedama

  • A step-by-step workbook with detailed care guide

  • Expert instruction on plant care to help your kokedama thrive long after the workshop

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Creating Kokedama with Uncommon Plant Guy
Jun
2

Creating Kokedama with Uncommon Plant Guy

A hands-on, beginner-friendly plant night—perfect for a night out with friends, a date, or solo self-care

Looking for a creative and relaxing night out? Join the Uncommon Plant Guy—Chicago’s houseplant expert—for a 90-minute experience where you’ll create your very own kokedama: a stunning Japanese-inspired moss ball planter. It’s the perfect mix of mindful crafting, plant care, and a little bit of dirt-under-your-fingernails joy.

You’ll leave with a beautiful, rustic-chic living sculpture — a one-of-a-kind piece that brings simple, organic beauty to your home.

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Da Pope Beer Release
May
23

Da Pope Beer Release

Burning Bush Brewery proudly presents Da Pope American Mild Ale! Celebrate our first Chicago-born Pope with $5 Pints and $8 Chicago Pope Handshakes ALL DAY on Friday, May 23rd. This low ABV ale accentuates malty flavors, with notes of caramel, toasted nuts, and a light fruit flavor. It’s dark in color, but light bodied, and easy drinking to ease into your Memorial Day weekend. Or, dive right in with a Chicago Pope Handshake to pair the beer with a shot of Malört, just as Pope Leo intended.

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Bonsai & Brews
May
22

Bonsai & Brews

Looking for a unique and fun night out? Bonsai & Brews beginner workshops are just the thing! Bring your friends, grab a drink, and dive into the captivating art of bonsai. We're taking bonsai out of traditional gardens and into your favorite bars, breweries, and coffee houses. Join us for a night of creativity, learning, and enjoyment.

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Weekly Events

Monday-Thursday

Happy Hour

4-6pm
$2 off all pints

Tuesday

Music Bingo

7:30pm
Free to play. Win fun prizes!

Wednesday

Trivia

7:30pm
$2 off select rotating pints

Thursday

Game Night

6-10pm
15% off beer and wine, and $12 Roll Your Own Flight

Host Your Event

From birthdays to weddings, we have a welcoming space for you to gather.

Book our community room (for free!), reserve our full taproom, or host your large celebration at River Room.

Reserve your space