For our 5th year, we’re MIXing it up in 2026 and going Beyond Beer and Bourbon to include a Friday night concert to make it a 2-day event!

This year’s “The Mix of ’26 Fest” will feature a Friday night outdoor concert experience on May 29 to kickoff the weekend in the NEW Hollywood Casino Joliet parking lot. This will be a musical celebration of our 5th year bringing the community together to raise funds for our Veteran’s Build programs.

On Saturday, May 30 the party keeps going with the Beyond Beer & Bourbon Fest presented by Blue Ribbon Products. This outdoor event is going to be an elevated experience featuring a sampling of over 100 different craft beers, Bourbons and BEYOND that, we’re adding everything else to make sure everyone in your party has something to choose from! You can look forward to wine, tequila, vodka, seltzers and other ready-to-drink cocktails in the mix.

As always, there will be incredible local musicians across two stages, food trucks, raffles, vendors, games and so much more. This year, we’re going to be in the parking lot right next to the brand new Hollywood Casino Joliet giving you easy access to their elevated food options and a chance to explore the new casino.

Let’s not forget why we’re coming together. Will-Grundy Habitat is actively addressing the lack of affordable housing by partnering with military service members, their families, and veterans to help build and repair affordable housing. Participating in this weekend of celebration is a way to help raise funds that directly support our Veteran’s Build programs and ensures we’re able to help those who have given so much the dignity of living in a safe, stable home.