Independence BrewBQ Postponed to 2021

Over the last several months we have been working diligently to prepare for the 15th annual Independence BrewBQ. Right now is the time-frame where we would normally be making our biggest announcements and solidifying details. What should be the best celebration we have had to date, is now much more complicated as we try our best to navigate new regulations and an overall new normal. For these reasons, we have opted to postpone our 15th annual celebration to August 28, 2021. 

We understand that the community may be disappointed in this decision, but we feel it is in the best interest and health of our loyal attendees and vendors. We also want to deliver the best 15th annual celebration possible and with so many uncertainties, we cannot guarantee an exceptional experience.

We remain hopeful that 2021 will bring us all more peace and clarity and we look forward to sharing a wonderful event with you. Please mark your calendar to join us on August 28, 2021 for the 15th annual Independence BrewBQ. Visit www.brewbq.org for more information about Independence BrewBQ.

Iowa Breweries Offering Additional Carryout and Delivery Options

Times are tough right now, but that doesn’t mean we have to miss out on enjoying our favorite brews and supporting Iowa breweries. Check out the below list of breweries offering new services.

Franklin Street Brewing Company Manchester, IA

  • Order online and pick-up in Manchester
  • Call ahead 563-927-2722 and pick-up in Manchester
  • Carry out hours: 1-7 p.m.
  • Deliveries to various cities on specific weekdays from 5-7 p.m.. Must order by noon on the delivery day. Minimum of 20 crowlers in the area to deliver.
    • Wednesdays: Independence
    • Thursdays: Central City, Coggon, Ryan (in city limits please, or close to them)
    • Fridays: Delhi, Earlville, Dyersville
  • Follow them on Facebook for updates

Second State Brewing Co. Cedar Falls, IA

Iowa Brewing Company Cedar Rapids, IA

  • Curbside pick-up
    • Call 319-366-2337 to place an order
    • Wed & Thurs: 2-6pm
    • Fri & Sat: 12-4pm
  • Home Delivery:
    • Order in advance iowabrewing.beer/delivery
    • Mon & Wed: 2-6pm
    • Fri: 12-4pm
  • Follow them on Facebook for updates

Firetrucker, Ankeny, IA

Fishback and Stephenson, Fairfield, IA

Lake Time Brewery , Clear Lake, IA

Lark Brewing, Waterloo, IA

Peace Tree Brewing Co., Knoxville, IA

PIVO Brewery, Calmar, IA

Textile Brewing Company, Dyersville, IA

Timbukbru, Clarion, IA

BrewBQ Makes $10,000 Donation to the Otter Creek Animal Shelter

The Independence BrewBQ recently presented a check to our 2019 charity partner, the Otter Creek Animal Shelter, for $10,000. This marks the largest single donation from Independence BrewBQ to a charity partner to date. Funds for the $10,000 donation were made possible by generous event sponsors, sales of bike raffle tickets, sales of Craft Brew Zone passes and beverage purchases at the event.

“We are thrilled that this year’s event allowed us to make a donation of this kind. There were several factors that helped make this year’s event so successful. The sales were great, but the charity partner worked very hard to provide the number of volunteers we need to make the event run smoothly,” said Terry Gaumer, BrewBQ Committee Member.

A donation of $825 will also be made to the Buchanan County Four Seasons Trails Association. The funds for this donation were generated from R.A.S.H. Ride Too registrations.

Independence BrewBQ is now setting our sights on next year’s 15th Annual event and we will be looking for our 2020 charity partner. Do you know an organization in the area that can provide at least 35 volunteers and help us promote the event? Click here for more information.

Mark your calendars to attend the 15th annual Independence BrewBQ on Saturday, August 22, 2020!

2019 BBQ Award Winners

Congratulations to our 2019 Independence BrewBQ BBQ award winners and thank you to all 4 of our awesome vendors.

Best Ribs – BBQ4U from Independence

Best Brisket – Rockin 5K BBQ from Manchester

Best Pulled Pork – BBQ4U from Independence

  • Best Ribs – BBQ4U
  • Best Brisket – Rockin’ 5K BBQ
  • Best Pulled Pork – BBQ4U