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Upcoming Events at Temperance Beer Company

Temperance Beer Company sits in the heart of Evanston, IL, offering a welcoming tap room, a lively outdoor beer garden, and adaptable event spaces. It’s not a full-service brewpub, but you’ll find a rotating lineup of beers, occasional beer tastings, and food options through BYOF (bring your own food) or local food trucks. With multiple space configurations, Temperance can host everything from intimate gatherings to larger private events. We’ve got you covered with seating details, parking guidance, transit options, and nearby hotel and restaurant recommendations to help you plan a seamless visit.

Location: 2000 Dempster St., Evanston, IL 60202. The venue is accessible by CTA and bus, with on-site parking available but not always guaranteed. Let us guide you to the best setup for your group and help you secure your seats or event space at Temperance Beer Company.

Temporarily arriving guests can look forward to beer tours, trivia nights, yoga classes, markets, and occasional themed events. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual tasting or coordinating a private event for 10–350 standing guests, Temperance offers flexible options across their tap room, patio, and brewery spaces. For a smooth experience, consider nearby lodging at Hilton Evanston, Graduate Evanston, or Hilton Garden Inn Evanston, and enjoy neighborhood dining before or after your visit. We’ve got you covered with nearby transportation details and trusted hotel/restaurant partners to enhance your outing.

Venue Details

Address: 2000 Dempster St., Evanston, IL 60202
Venue Type: Tap room and outdoor beer garden; BYOF or local food trucks available
Total Space: ~14,000 sq ft with floor plans available
Seating Options: Non-private Tap Room/Patio: 15–30 guests
Full Buy-Out: 10–250 seated (10–350 standing)
Brewery Space: 50–175 seated (up to 275 standing)

Nearby Hotels

Hilton Orrington/Evanston – Classic full-service hotel steps from Northwestern University
Graduate Evanston – Modern, collegiate-inspired lodging with contemporary amenities
Hilton Garden Inn Evanston – Conveniently near Northwestern University and downtown Evanston

Recommended Nearby Restaurants & Food Options

Local eateries offering pre- or post-game dining and easy BYOF coordination
Food trucks and rotating partners on event days at Temperance for quick bites

Transportation & Getting There

CTA Purple Line: Dempster Street station minutes away
Pace Bus: 213 Green Bay Road connects to nearby transit hubs
Parking: Free self-parking on-site at times; plan for limited guaranteed spaces

Plan Your Visit

Consider your group size when choosing space: intimate tap room, or full buy-out for larger gatherings
With BYOF or local food trucks, you can tailor food options to your event
Secure your seats or private event space in advance
Explore nearby hotels for convenient overnight stays

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 2000 Dempster St., Evanston, IL 60202.
Venue type: Tap room/brewery with an outdoor beer garden; not a full-service brewpub; BYOF or local food trucks available.
Capacity options: Non-private Tap Room/Patio for 15–30 guests; Full Buy-Out for 10–250 seated (10–350 standing); Brewery space 50–175 seated (up to 275 standing); total space around 14,000 sq ft with floor plans available.
Parking: Self parking is free; on-site parking available but not guaranteed.
Transit: Nearby CTA Purple Line (Dempster Street/CTA) and bus connections (Evanston Circulator, Pace 213 Green Bay Road).
Nearby hotels: Hilton Orrington/Evanston; Graduate by Hilton Evanston; Hilton Garden Inn Evanston (near Northwestern University).
Notable events hosted: Brewery tours, private events, trivia nights, yoga classes, markets, and occasional special events (e.g., beer tastings and themed nights).
Status: Open and operating as Temperance Beer Co. in Evanston; no renaming or demolition reported.

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