
The Beer Garden at Independence Grove in Libertyville is closed for the season. We look forward to seeing you in the spring!
From spring through fall, the Beer Garden features a variety of Lake County craft brews on tap along with other beverages, packaged snacks, and light meals available for delivery to your table. Plenty of casual lakeside seating is available.
Pets
No dogs, horses or other pets are allowed in the preserve or preserve facilities.
Service Animals
Qualified services animals are allowed throughout the preserve and in all preserve facilities.

Brewed XIII (13)
Hibiscus Shandy • 4.8% ABV
Contained no dye (or cicadas!)
Brewed exclusively for the Beer Garden at Independence Grove in Libertyville
Inspired by periodical cicadas, Harbor Brewing Company in Lake Villa teamed up with the Forest Preserves to celebrate the cicadas’ 2024 arrival with a new beer! Brewed XIII (13) was aptly named after the brood of cicadas that emerged this summer after spending 17 years underground.
The shandy was deep red, inspired by the eyes of the insect. It burst with refreshing tropical vibes thanks to infusions of lemonade and hibiscus tea. The beer, which contains no dye or cicadas, was floral and fruity.
Learn About Cicadas Get a Brewed XIII (13) Shirt

Compostable Cups
Look for these signs at the Beer Garden at Independence Grove in Libertyville. These compostable cups are an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional plastic and are made from annually renewable plant-sourced NatureWorks ® PLA. Each week a compost pick-up service collects the cups to properly dispose of them.