Maifest

Schedule

Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am to 11:59 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Goose Island Salt Shed Pub | Chicago, IL

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Do you smell that? That's spring. That means it's time for Maifest at the Goose Island Salt Shed Pub.
About this Event

Maifest is a centuries old German festival celebrating the arrival of spring. It all began with neighbors and friends celebrating the arrival of warm weather with dancing, music, and, well, beer.

After braving the cold Chicago winter, we all deserve a Maifest of our own. Brewer Mike is whipping up a Maibock that is perfect to crush on our patio.

Come hang out at the Goose Island Salt Shed Pub on Saturday, May 2nd starting at 11AM. Grab a limited-edition Maifest stein while supplies last (did we mention that it comes with $1 refills?) and feast on Maifest-inspired food.

Prost to the coming of spring!


WHAT TO KNOW

  • This is a free event
  • Walk-ins only
  • Saturday, May 2 , 2026 starting at 11AM CST (while supplies last)
  • Limited-edition steins are $15 and come with $1 refills*
  • Live music!

BEERS

  • Maibock
  • Keller Pils
  • ...and all of the usuals

FOOD

  • Bavarian Pretzel​
  • Beer Cheese Soup​
  • Knockwurst Baguette​
  • Schnitzel Fingers

*Select beers only. While supplies last.

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Where is it happening?

Goose Island Salt Shed Pub, 1221 West Blackhawk Street, Chicago, United States

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