TOURS & EVENTS
LIKE BEER? YOU’LL LOVE OUR BREWERY TOURS & EVENTS.
Take a tour of the historic, original Leinenkugel's brewery, founded in 1867 in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin and let one of our guides or family members tell you our story of brewing and six generations of Leinenkugel family history. Our Legacy Brewery Tour was voted #2 Best Brewery Tour in 2024 USAToday's 10 Best Reader Poll!
Have you toured Leinenkugel's before? Try one of our new experiences! Pilot Brewery Tour & Behind the Scenes Tour hosted by Matt Leinenkugel or the Historical Grounds Tour with more history about the place where it all began, Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin.
All tours start at the Leinie Lodge®, which is filled with historical photos, vintage memorabilia and plenty of Leinie’s beer gear and collectibles to take home. Our taproom holds 15+ different Leinenkugel’s beers that are in season, including new taproom exclusives or hibernated favorites brewed in our small batch Pilot Brewery. Come relax on our patio or by the fireplace with friends and family with a flight of Leinie's. Get the full flavor of all things Leinenkugel’s at one of our upcoming events! Subscribe to stay-in-touch & be the first know what’s happening in our neck of the woods at Leinenkugel’s®.
We recommend you book in-advance. For more information, please call (888) 534-6437. The Leinie Lodge accepts credit cards only.
MORE UPCOMING EVENTS
LEINIE FRIDAYS
NEW BEER RELEASE EVERY FRIDAY! JULY 31 - SEPTEMBER 4
Leinie Friday is back and better than ever! Join us at the Leinie Lodge every Friday from July 31 through September 4 as we tap a brand-new beer release each week, featuring exclusive pilot brews, returning fan favorites you won't find anywhere else, and exciting Leinie's seasonal releases you can enjoy here first. Every Leinie Friday includes a chance to win Milwaukee Brewers tickets, a local food truck serving from 12:00pm - 7:00pm, and live music 4:30pm - 7:30pm on most Fridays to keep the good vibes flowing. Gather your friends, grab a fresh pint, enjoy great food, and celebrate summer the Leinenkugel's way - one Friday at a time & every Friday. Cheers to new beers, summer memories, and Fridays of unforgettable fun at the Leinie Lodge!
2026 Leinie Friday Lineup
- July 31: Friday IPA Release + Wilder Waffle Food Truck + Brewers Tickets Giveaway for 8/18 Game
- August 7: Red Lager Release + Bubbles BBQ + Brewers Tickets Giveaway for 8/20 Game
- August 14: Hefeweizen Release + El Gancho Food Truck + Brewers Tickets Giveaway for 8/28 & 9/28 Games + Live Music by The Swell
- August 21: Oktoberfest Release + Dhimiters Food Truck + Brewers Tickets Giveaway for 9/11 Game + Live Music by Jamison Murphy
- August 28: Sunset Wheat Release + Big Ash Pizza + Brewers Tickets Giveaway for 9/12 Game + Live Music by Dan Ferstenou
- September 4: New Leinie's Release! To Be Announced! + El Gancho Food Truck + Brewers Tickets Giveaway for 9/25 Game Behind Home Plate + Live Music by Jamison Murphy
New Beers. Brewers Tickets. Food Trucks. Live Music. Every Friday at the Lodge.
*Subject to change. The Leinie Lodge is CC only.
RIDE WITH LEINIE
SATURDAY, JULY 25TH IN CONOVER, WISCONSIN
Enjoy a bicycle ride with beer legend, our past president & 5th generation family, Dick Leinenkugel on the beautiful Conover-Phelps Trail! Or take a road rides on scenic Northwoods roads, both rides help Great Headwaters Trail Foundation raise funds for the enhancement and development of eastern Vilas County bike trails.
All activities start and end at Conover Town Park!
7:30am: 100k scenic road ride departs
8:30am: 40-mile road ride departs
9:30am: 20.4-mile Conover-Phelps Trail ride led by Dick Leinenkugel departs
10:00am: 20-mile scenic road ride departs
10:30am: 10.4-mile Conover-Phelps Trail ride departs
11:30am: Post-ride festivities begin at Conover Town Park! Beer tasting, raffles, music, live auction and more!
REGISTERATION & MORE INFORMATION HERE
This event is put on by GHTF, not the Leinie Lodge.
HAPPY HOUR
SUNDAY - WEDNESDAY FROM 4:00PM - 6:00PM
What's the best time of day? IYKYK - It's Happy Hour! 50% off beers, $2.50/pint, every week Sunday - Wednesday from 4:00pm - 6:00pm at the Leinie Lodge! Perfect for locals that need a cold Leinenkugel's after a long day of work or for out-of-towners heading home after a weekend up north!
LEINIE'S LIVE MUSIC
Come enjoy the Leinie Lodge & our patio with local live music throughout the year! Grab a flight of Leinie's, bring your friends & pups for incredible days with great tunes & vibes.
Friday, August 14th 4:30pm - 7:30pm by The Swell
Friday, August 21st 4:30pm - 7:30pm by Jamison Murphy
Friday, August 28th 4:30pm - 7:30pm by Dan Ferstenou
Friday, September 4th 4:30pm - 7:30pm by Jamison Murphy
Saturday, September 5th 2:00pm - 5:00pm by Jamison Murphy
Friday, September 18th TBD
Saturday, November 21st 2:00pm - 5:00pm by October Tree
Saturday, December 12th 2:00pm - 5:00pm by Steven Rindt
*Subject to change. Some exclusions may apply & does not apply during private & public events. The Leinie Lodge is CC only.
PAWS & PINTS ON THE PATIO
5:00PM - 7:00PM EVERY LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH THIS SUMMER
THURSDAYS, JULY 30, AUGUST 27, & SEPTEMBER 24
Your friendly tailwaggers are always welcome on our patio but bring them for a puppy play date & a good paws (I mean cause!) Every last Thursday of the month from 5:30pm - 7:30pm this Summer is Paws & Pints at the Leinie Lodge to help us support Chippewa Falls and Eau Claire Humane Associations. Please help with our pet supply drive + get a beer gear coupon and portion of our proceeds go back to our local humane associations. Ruff Life Pet Hotel will be offering nail trimmings by donations going back to the dogs!
New this year! Enjoy a local food truck during Paws & Pints to pair our brews with yummy food. Bring your dogs, your friends & have a pupping good time on Leinie's patio.
FOOD TRUCKS
EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY FROM 12:00PM - 7:00PM
Enjoy a flight of Leinie's on our patio with a yummy local food truck every Friday & Saturday from 12:00pm - 7:00pm. Perfect for locals to ditch work, get outside for lunch on Fridays & for folks to get some grub in 'em while you're here visiting!
JULY: 7/24-25: Island Vibe, 7/31-8/1: Wilder Waffle
AUGUST: 8/7-8: Bubbles BBQ, 8/14-15: El Gancho, 8/21-22: Dhimiters, 8/28-29: Big Ash Pizza
SEPTEMBER: 9/4-5: El Gancho, 9/11: Big Ash Pizza 9/12: Dolce Ragazzi Pizza, 9/18-19: Bubbles BBQ, 9/25-26: Wilder Waffle.
*Subject to change. Some exclusions may apply & does not apply during private & public events.
