Olmsted Society of Riverside

09/03/2026

A huge thank you to Gears 2 You for supporting this year’s Hop Stop 2026! 🙌🍻

Your generosity helps make it possible to continue hosting an amazing beer fest right here in Riverside. We couldn’t do it without you! 💚

🌐www.gears2you.com
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09/02/2026

https://www.rblandmark.com/2026/09/01/olmsted-society-remembers-tom-guardi/

Members of the Olmsted Society of Riverside took to the Scout Cabin this past weekend to memorialize one of their own: Tom Guardi.

09/02/2026

🍦✨ Something SWEET is Rolling into Riverside Hop Stop! ✨🍦

We’re excited to welcome The Jolly Sprinkle to Riverside Hop Stop 2026!

The Jolly Sprinkle is a neighborhood soda fountain on wheels, serving up good old-fashioned ice cream and plenty of summertime fun! ❤️

Their menu highlights small-batch, from-scratch gourmet frozen treats, including:

🍪 Gourmet ice cream sandwiches
🍨 Ice cream scoop cups
🍓 Fruity ice pops
🍦 Ice cream bars
🎉 Classic frozen novelties

And the best part? Their treats are served from their adorable cherry-red Icycle Tricycles, inspired by an antique 1940s Chicago-built street vendor tricycle. 🚲🍦

Using treats made with real ingredients—including local farm cream and fresh fruit—The Jolly Sprinkle is all about creating sweet treats and even sweeter memories.

Be sure to bring the kids, grab an ice cream, and enjoy an afternoon at Hop Stop! 🌳🍻🍦

🌐 Website: https://www.thejollysprinkle.com
📸 Instagram:

🍻 20+ breweries, cideries, distilleries & non-alcoholic beverage makers
🥃 Commemorative tasting glass
🍔 Delicious local food & treats
🎶 Live DJ Mattio
🎨 Family-friendly activities
🚲 Free bicycle valet
🧺 Hop Stop picnic blankets available for $25
🌳 All in beautiful Riverside!

🎟️ Grab your tickets for Riverside Hop Stop 2026 and bring the whole family for an afternoon of great drinks, delicious food, sweet treats and community fun!

09/01/2026

🍿 If you’re from Riverside, you already know… Carey Corn is king! 👑
We’re so excited to have Liz and her legendary popcorn back at Hop Stop 2026! Can’t wait until the fest? Catch Carey Corn at the Riverside Farmers Market every Wednesday for a fresh taste!

08/31/2026

🍎🍻 A Little Chaos is Coming to Riverside Hop Stop! 🍻🍎

We’re excited to welcome ERIS Brewery and Cider House to Riverside Hop Stop 2026!

Located in Chicago’s Old Irving Park neighborhood, ERIS is a women-owned brewery and cider house known for putting a creative, modern spin on cider. Inspired by Eris, the Greek goddess of chaos, they embrace bold ideas, unexpected flavors, and doing things a little differently.

🍏 Their year-round cider lineup includes Pedestrian, a dry, crisp and tart modern hard cider; E-Phoria, made with Gala apples and vanilla; Van Van Mojo, a blueberry cider dry-hopped with Mosaic hops; and Blush, featuring sweet and tart cherries.

And that’s only the beginning—ERIS also creates seasonal and limited-release ciders using fun and unexpected ingredients. 🍎✨

Be sure to stop by the ERIS booth at Hop Stop and discover a new favorite!

🌐 Website: https://www.erischicago.com
📸 Instagram:

🍻 20+ breweries, cideries, distilleries & non-alcoholic beverage makers
🥃 Commemorative tasting glass
🍔 Delicious local food
🎶 Live DJ Mattio
🎨 Family-friendly activities
🚲 Free bicycle valet
🧺 Hop Stop picnic blankets available for $25
🌳 All in beautiful Riverside!

🎟️ Grab your tickets for Riverside Hop Stop 2026 and come taste what all the buzz is about!

08/30/2026

🍻🏘️ Local Beer. Local Community. Hop District is Coming to Hop Stop! 🏘️🍻

We're excited to welcome Hop District Community Brewing Co. to Riverside Hop Stop 2026!

Just down the road in La Grange Park, Hop District is a family-owned, award-winning brewery built around a simple idea: great beer is better with friends. Their lineup focuses on IPAs and lagers, but you'll also find everything from sours and big imperial stouts to creative seasonal brews.

We love celebrating local makers at Hop Stop, and Hop District is the perfect example of a brewery that's all about great beer and bringing the community together.

🍺 Be sure to stop by their booth, grab a pour, and raise a glass to one of our local favorites!

🌐 Website: hopdistrictbrewing.com
📸 Instagram:

🍻 20+ breweries, cideries, distilleries & non-alcoholic beverage makers
🥃 Commemorative tasting glass
🍔 Delicious local food
🎶 Live DJ Mattio
🎨 Family-friendly activities
🚲 Free bicycle valet
🧺 Hop Stop picnic blankets available for $25
🌳 All in beautiful downtown Riverside!

🎟️ Grab your tickets for Riverside Hop Stop 2026 and come have a beer with friends!

08/30/2026

🍻🌳 Riverside Hop Stop 2026 is Back! 🌳🍻

One of Riverside's favorite traditions returns on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 3:00–6:00 PM at the Riverside Train Station!

Presented by Riverside Foods and the Olmsted Society of Riverside, Hop Stop is the perfect way to spend an afternoon with friends and family while supporting a great cause.

🎟️ Your ticket includes:
🍺 A commemorative tasting glass
🍻 50+ beer, cider, spirit & non-alcoholic beverage tastings
🥃 Featuring local favorites, including Quincy Street Distillery
🍔 Delicious local food vendors
🎶 Live DJ Mattio
🎨 Art activities for kids (children under 12 are FREE with a ticketed adult!)
🚲 Free bicycle valet
🚆 Easy access via Metra—steps from the event!

🧺 New this year! Hop Stop commemorative picnic blankets are available for $25 while supplies last—the perfect keepsake for enjoying the festival and future outdoor adventures!

💚 Hop Stop is a not-for-profit, ZERO WASTE event, with proceeds benefiting the Olmsted Society of Riverside, helping preserve and beautify our historic community through stewardship, education, and community engagement.

🎟️ Get your tickets today!
🌐 Website: https://www.olmstedsociety.org/events/hopstop/
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Gather your friends, discover new favorites, support local makers, and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon in the beautiful Arboretum Village of Riverside!

08/20/2026

🍻🌳 Riverside Hop Stop 2026 is Back! 🌳🍻

One of Riverside's favorite traditions returns on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 3:00–6:00 PM at the Riverside Train Station!

Presented by Riverside Foods and the Olmsted Society of Riverside, Hop Stop is the perfect way to spend an afternoon with friends and family while supporting a great cause.

🎟️ Your ticket includes:
🍺 A commemorative tasting glass and wristband
🍻 20+ beer, cider, spirit & non-alcoholic beverage tastings
🥃 Featuring local favorites, including Quincy Street Distillery and BuckleDown
🍔 Delicious local food vendors
🎶 Live music from DJ Mattio
🎨 Art activities for kids (children under 12 are FREE with a ticketed adult!)
🚲 Free bicycle valet from Gears2You
🚆 Easy access via Metra—steps from the event!

🧺 New this year! Hop Stop commemorative picnic blankets are available for $25 while supplies last—the perfect keepsake for enjoying the festival and future outdoor adventures!

💚 Hop Stop is a not-for-profit, ZERO WASTE event, with proceeds benefiting the Olmsted Society of Riverside, helping preserve and beautify our historic community through stewardship, education, and community engagement.

🎟️ Get your tickets today!
🌐 Website: https://www.olmstedsociety.org/events/hopstop/
📸 Instagram:

Gather your friends, discover new favorites, support local makers, and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon in the beautiful Arboretum Village of Riverside!

08/19/2026

🍺✨ Experience Something Unique with Is/Was Brewing! ✨🍺

We're excited to welcome Is/Was Brewing to Riverside Hop Stop 2026!

Based in Chicago, Is/Was Brewing is known for crafting thoughtful, small-batch beers that blend classic brewing traditions with modern creativity. From crisp lagers and hop-forward IPAs to Belgian-inspired ales and adventurous seasonal releases, every beer reflects a passion for quality, innovation, and community.

Whether you're searching for a timeless favorite or your next great discovery, be sure to stop by the Is/Was Brewing booth and see what's on tap!

🌐 Website: https://www.iswasbrewing.com
📸 Instagram:

🍻 20+ breweries, cideries, distilleries & non-alcoholic beverage makers
🥃 Commemorative tasting glass
🍔 Delicious local food
🎶 Live DJ Mattio
🎨 Family-friendly activities
🚲 Free bicycle valet
🌳 All in beautiful downtown Riverside!

🎟️ Grab your tickets today and spend the afternoon exploring incredible craft beverages, delicious food, live music, and community—all while supporting the Olmsted Society of Riverside!

08/18/2026

🍺🌞 Enjoy the Best Day—Without the Alcohol! 🌞🍺

We're excited to welcome Best Day Brewing to Riverside Hop Stop 2026!

Whether you're the designated driver, taking a break from alcohol, or simply looking for a great-tasting non-alcoholic beer, Best Day Brewing has you covered. Their award-winning lineup—including Kolsch, Hazy IPA, West Coast IPA, and Electro-Lime Cerca de Cerveza—delivers all the flavor of craft beer with 0.5% ABV or less.

Because at Riverside Hop Stop, there's something for everyone!

🌐 Website: https://bestdaybrewing.com
📸 Instagram:

🍻 20+ breweries, cideries, distilleries & non-alcoholic beverage makers
🥃 Commemorative tasting glass
🍔 Delicious local food
🎶 Live DJ Mattio
🎨 Family-friendly activities
🚲 Free bicycle valet
🌳 All in beautiful downtown Riverside!

🎟️ Grab your tickets today and discover why Riverside Hop Stop is the perfect place to explore amazing craft beverages—whether you're sipping beer, cider, spirits, or alcohol-free options!