Dive into a fiery and hop-infused adventure at the Third Annual Hops and Hot Sauce Fest, where the bold flavors of hoppy beers meet the fiery zest of artisanal hot sauces. This unique festival, presented at the Aurora Athletic Club in North Aurora (new location) – a scenic outdoor venue overlooking the Fox River – offers an exclusive tasting experience featuring a selection of the finest hoppy beers from local Chicagoland breweries and an unlimited sampling of artisanal hot sauces from across the Midwest.
Join us on Saturday, October 17, for a day of flavor exploration and a celebration of thevibrant craft culture of the region. General Admission runs from 3 PM to 7 PM, providingample time to savor the diverse offerings and engage in various activities.
What’s included with the ticket?
Entrance to the 2026 Hops and Hot Sauce Fest
20 – 3 oz. beer samples
Unlimited samples of hot sauce
Access to your favorite food trucks
Lawn games
Live music
The festival will feature a variety of Midwest craft breweries, hot sauce and spicy food vendors, live music, a cigar bar, games, contests, food trucks, and more!
The festival will feature a variety of Midwest craft breweries, hot sauce and spicy foodvendors, live music, a cigar bar, games, contests, food trucks, and more!This event promises a memorable experience for all attendees. Don’t miss the chanceto indulge in an exciting fusion of hoppy and spicy flavors, enjoy live entertainment, andparticipate in fun-filled activities.
Tickets are available now and are expected to sell out quickly. For more information andto purchase tickets, visit HopsAndHotSauce.com.





