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The USBG is a professional association of bartenders, bar owners, and enthusiasts. We are united by charity, camaraderie, and passion for our craft.

05/19/2026

USBG Cleveland is going full summer‑mode, and you’re invited.

Join us Sunday, June 28 at 3 PM through Monday, June 29 at 3 PM for 24 hours of bonfires, camping, karaoke, dinner, drinks, and the kind of outdoorsy chaos we only attempt once a year.

We’ll have dinner on Sunday at 5:30 PM, plus an optional $5 breakfast Monday morning for anyone who survives the night. Bring your favorite spirits, wine, beer, NA bevs, and any games you love — co****le, cards, or whatever unhinged creation you invented last summer.

Tickets: $15 for members $20 for non‑members +$5 if you want breakfast

Pack a tent, warm up your vocal cords, and come spend a feral, fun, joy‑filled night under the stars with your USBG Cleveland fam.

Link is here! https://mp.gg/oehwad5s

04/22/2026

🎤 USBG Cleveland Business Meeting – May 3rd at Parma Tavern 🍸
We’re rolling into May with momentum from the 2026 USBG Bar Summit in Philly and we’re ready to turn those big ideas into local action!

Join us on Sunday, May 3rd at 6 PM at Parma Tavern for a night of chapter planning, inspiration, and a little post‑Summit debrief magic.

✨ On the Agenda:
✅ Bar Summit 2026 Recap
✅ Chapter Goals & Next Steps
✅ Open Discussion & Fresh Ideas

And when the business wraps up… we’re staying for karaoke!
Because nothing says “chapter bonding” like belting out 80s ballads with your peers and pretending you nailed that high note.

📍 Parma Tavern | Sunday, May 3rd | 6 PM
📩 Questions? [email protected]
🎫 Tickets: https://mp.gg/2f67lfkqj4

Let’s plan, connect, and sing our hearts out.
Drink responsibly. Sing dramatically. Build together.

04/16/2026

United States Bartenders' Guild - USBG, Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Announce New Partnership

The initial collaboration will happen in parallel with Tales of the Cocktail 2026 in New Orleans, July 19-24. There, a champion will be crowned in the inaugural United States Cocktail Championship (USCC) National Final.

Launched in 2026, the USCC is a nationwide competition designed to identify, elevate, and celebrate American bartending talent—from local communities to the global stage. Through this program, USBG selects Team USBG, the bartenders who will represent the United States in competition against the top bartenders from more than 70 countries on the global stage at the International Bartenders Association IBA World Cocktail Competition (WCC) in Macau, China and IBA Invitational competitions throughout the year across the continents.

Said USBG Executive Director Bo Shuff, “Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, through their events, education and awards serves a vital role in building the beverage and hospitality community worldwide. Our work at the US Bartender’s Guild dovetails with those efforts by strengthening communities city by city, region by region. We’re thrilled to collaborate with Tales on expanding the stories we collectively share about the people who make our community what it is.”

Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Executive Director Charlotte Voisey commented, “We are pleased to be collaborating with the USBG in ways that ultimately provide greater access for more bartenders to the educational experiences that can further their professional development.”

Read More HERE: https://tr.ee/b2WmQV_V_G

03/29/2026

💥 CLEVELAND, READY TO GET DYNGUS WILD? 💥

USBG Cleveland is rolling deep Monday, April 6th, for our all‑day, choose‑your‑own‑adventure Dyngus Day Bar Crawl — and yes, it’s exactly as chaotic and joyful as it sounds.

Throw on your red and white, stretch whatever needs stretching, and prepare for a day powered by pierogi, polka, and pure hospitality energy.

🚎 FREE TROLLEYS every 15–30 minutes connecting Gordon Square, Hingetown & Ohio City.

No parking meltdowns. No long walks. No wandering like lost pierogi.

🕒 Our Loose‑and‑Lively Schedule:
8:00 AM — Brewnuts
9:00 AM — Zone Car Bar
10:00 AM — Stone Mad
11:30 AM — Astoria
1:00 PM — Jukebox
3:00 PM — Wyne Tasting Bar
5:00 PM — Astoria or Edgewater (choose your own finale)

🎉 Join for one stop or the whole glorious ride — zero pressure, maximum fun.

📩 Questions/Map?

Email [email protected]

🎪 Want details on the main Dyngus Day festival?

Head to https://clevelanddyngus.com/ for bands, vendors, tickets, and all the pierogi‑powered magic.

💛 Drink responsibly. Dance irresponsibly.
See you out there, Cleveland.

03/26/2026

Our industry is built on passion, precision, and community — the kind that shows up, lifts each other up, and keeps this craft moving forward. Team USBG embodies all of that. They’re the bartenders who put in the hours, the heart, and the intention to represent the United States on the international stage.

Through official US Bartenders’ Guild competitions, these competitors earn their place — not by luck, but by dedication, discipline, and a deep love for this work.

Your support helps them access coaching, mentorship, readiness, and the resources that make global competition possible. It’s not just funding; it’s a vote of confidence in the people who push our industry to be better.

Let’s rally behind them.

Join me in supporting Team USBG: https://teamusbg-midwest.square.site/

02/25/2026

🍸✨ Cleveland, it’s showdown time! ✨🍸
The city’s finest bartenders are stepping behind the bar and into the spotlight as they battle for a coveted spot on Team USBG at the 2026 National Championship Series — and you get to watch the magic happen live.
Join us for a night where competition meets community, powered by our amazing Brand Sponsor Toledo Spirits and our Host Sponsor Edwins Leadership & Restaurant Institute.

🎟️ Your ticket includes:
• Samples of every competitor’s cocktail
• A spread of cheese, charcuterie & crisp crudités
• A front-row seat to Cleveland’s cocktail chaos (the fun kind)

📅 Event Night:
Tastings start at 5:00 PM
Live competition kicks off at 5:30 PM
Limited tickets available at the door — bring a friend and cheer loud.

🔥 USBG Cleveland Member Perk:
We’ve got 10 member-only tickets for $20.
To claim one, be a member and email [email protected] to this so we can add your name to the door list.
First 10 only — once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Come support your favorite bartenders, discover new talent, and celebrate the craft that makes Cleveland’s cocktail scene shine. Let’s make it a night worth shaking things up for. 🍹

RSVP NOW!!! https://mp.gg/ruoeffxz

01/24/2026

🦌✨ USBG Cleveland February Business Meeting ✨🦌
We’re kicking off February with our next USBG Cleveland Business Meeting, and you’re invited to join us for an evening of updates, connection, and a little herbal inspiration courtesy of Jägermeister.

📅 Date: February 1
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Flat Iron Cafe

Come catch up with your fellow members, hear what’s ahead for the chapter, and enjoy a featured tasting as we dive into upcoming events, opportunities, and ways to get involved this year.

RSVP here! https://mp.gg/iwvtnxvidt

Let’s keep building something great together.
See you at Flat Iron!

01/20/2026

🌏✨ Calling All Cleveland USBG Bartenders — It’s Qualifier Time! ✨🌏
USBG Cleveland is thrilled to announce our Local Qualifier for a chance to represent Team USBG at the next International Bartenders Association Global Competition — happening this year in Macau, China.

📅 Date: March 1
📍 Location: Edwin’s Restaurant & Leadership Institute
🍊 Featured Spirit: Orange Tiger by Toledo Spirits.

This is your moment to step up, showcase your craft, and compete for a spot on the world stage. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or ready to take your first leap, we want to see what you can do.
To enter the qualifier, send your name and intent to: [email protected]

Let’s show the world what Cleveland USBG bartenders are made of.
Shake. Stir. Shine. 🌟

12/18/2025

USBG Cleveland Annual Christmas Party!!

We’ve been shaking, stirring, and hustling all year… now it’s time to kick back and get festive!

Date: Sunday, January 18th, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: The Witch Doctor, 3314 Broadview Rd, Cleveland, OH 44109

Here’s the deal:
• We’ve got the food covered (so come hungry).
• You bring the booze (because we know you’ve got good taste).
• White Elephant gift exchange — bring something fun, weird, or wonderful ($10–25 value).
• Raffle prizes all night long — want to toss something into the mix? Email [email protected] by January 3rd.

This isn’t just a party, it’s the ultimate bartender holiday hangout. Expect laughs, stories, and maybe a little mischief. Don’t miss it — we want you there!

RSVP NOW!

https://mp.gg/tpgygmrmf

11/30/2025

Officer Nominations Now Open!!

USBG Cleveland is accepting nominations and self‑nominations now through December 12. Officer requirements vary by role; definitions and responsibilities are listed below. Please review them and, if you’re interested in serving, complete the application at the link at the end.

Key details!
- All Officers are appointed by the USBG Cleveland Board.
- After reviewing applications, Chapter Board members will vote; a majority vote is required for appointment.
- Officer terms are one year, with the option to be re-appointed the following year.
- Cleveland USBG Officers will serve in accordance with National USBG operating procedures and the Cleveland chapter by‑laws, upholding duties to both National and local members.

Ready to serve or nominate someone? Fill out the application here: https://forms.gle/Fi7fMfoRsLVjRyCk6

Questions or need more info: contact [email protected].

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