Valentine’s Dinner & Jazz
Indulge your romantic side this Valentine's Day at KBC. Our menu will have all of the favorites throughout the day plus curated beer pairing features by Chef Oliver Hassman for this special night. From 6pm-8pm enjoy the romantic jazz stylings of the Saul Lubaroff Trio (no cover). Tapping for Heart Day, our Red Rover Cherry […]
Kalona Historical Society, Czech Area Heritage Event
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaThis February at the brewery, join our friends from the Kalona Historical Society for their special event Celebrating Our Area's Czech Heritage. For this special event we brewed a microbatch of a Czech-style Pilsner, and will have Czech-themed dinner features throughout the weekend. Event Schedule 3:00pm - Social Hour 4:00pm - Immigration and Revolution: A […]
Elliot’s Farewell Party
Elliot Lamb, Kalona Brewing Company's General Manager for the last four years, is transitioning careers to his family's area business. Elliot embodies all of KBC's core values: honesty, trustworthiness, kindness, passion, and a love of community. We can't express how much we will miss working with him each day, but we're going to try with […]
Tail Light Rebellion
Tail Light Rebellion is stopping by KBC on their tour, out of North Carolina and weaving through the Midwest! See them live for Second Sunday Music Night; no cover; scratch kitchen open till close. Tail Light Rebellion is an amalgamation of roots music genres, incorporating styles from Irish, Slavic, Canadian, Jamaican, and American folk music. […]
St. Patrick’s Day To-Go Food & Beer & Virtual Music
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaWatch our live, virtual music performance by solo world folk artist Nielo Gaglione, 3/17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm here on Facebook! UPDATE ON ST. PATRICK'S DAY. With the safety recommendations changing daily, and the President's encouragement to keep groups under 10, starting tonight from 5pm-8pm, and for the next fifteen days, we will be doing to-go […]
POSTPONED – History on Tap, “Humanoid Robot Takeover”, Presented by the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaThis event is postponed to later this spring or summer - we'll update you when we know details. Stay safe; be well! The National Czech and Slovak Museum of Iowa brings their popular monthly discussion series History on Tap to Kalona Brewing Company this April with a fun talk entitled "Humanoid Robot Takeover". There […]
Virtual Trivia Night
Virtual/OnlineTrivia night online with Andrews Bar Exam, free to play for Kalona Brewing Co. gift cards.
Two-Bit Maniac
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaJuly's brings live to KBC the talented cover band Two-Bit Maniac, with vocalist Aimee Underwood, guitarist Jeff Roush, and percussionist and bassist Laurie Haag draws from a wide range of artists, from Van Morrison to The White Stripes and everything in between. No cover. Reservations recommended at 319-656-3335 or online through Resy. *This event was […]
KBC Anniversary with Hannah Frey
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaCelebrate seven years of Kalona Brewing Company with live music by the most amazing solo songstress Hannah Frey, dinner features by Chef Hassman, and our annual release of Old Soul Wee Heavy Scottish Ale. No cover. Reservations recommended for this special event. Call 319-656-3335 to reserve your table, or reserve online through Resy. Groups are […]
Wood Sign Painting with Creative Expressions
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaSpend a Sunday afternoon with a painting expert from Creative Expressions Galena, gently guiding you in creating a wooden sign work of art to decorate your home or to give as a gift. Register in advance here through Creative Expressions. Cost is $50 to cover all of your materials - and your newly painted sign […]
Big Screen: Iowa Hawkeye Football
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaSee the first Iowa Hawkeyes game of the season on the big screen at Kalona Brewing Co. this Saturday, 10/24. Reservations available at 319-656-3335 or online through Resy Check out the analysis as the Hawks head to Purdue for game one.
Shannon’s Farewell Day
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaShannon, long-time Kalona Brewing front-of-house superstar is, bittersweetly, onto new adventures in another part of Eastern Iowa. On Sunday, November 1 she will be relaxing at the brewery for a day of farewells. Stop by, say 'hi' and wish her well in her new endeavors! A note that health and safety regulations remain and groups […]
Lewis Knudsen
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaKalona Brewery welcomes Lewis Knudsen, an internationally-touring, mixed-genre, multi-instrumentalist songwriter based out of the Quad Cities for our November Second Sunday Music Night. Come for an evening of music, food, and craft beer. No cover; scratch kitchen open till close. In the past few years Lewis Knudsen has toured coast to coast in the US, […]
Big Screen Hawkeye Football
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaCheer with friends, craft beer and great food for our Iowa Hawkeyes on the Kalona Brewing Company big screen throughout the football season.
Big Screen Basketball: Iowa vs. Gonzaga
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaUSA Today is calling the Iowa-Gonzaga match-up the game of the weekend. See it on the big screen at Kalona Brewing Co. with fans and friends. Go Hawks!
Eli Alger Home for the Holidays, Country Style
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaKalona Brewing Co. is proud to present up-and-coming country western artist Eli Alger, raised in Iowa but now living and performing in Nashville, TN. He's home on tour and you can see him live, Sunday, December 20, 6pm-8pm performing old favorites, new songs, and some proper country-style holiday covers to celebrate the season. No cover. […]
NYE Craft Beer or Wine Pairing Dinner
Celebrate our new year with a five course dinner curated by Kalona Brewery head chef Oliver Hassman. Each course is paired with either a specially chosen craft beer, or wine based upon your preference. Head brewer Warren “W” Yoder will share insights into each Kalona Brewery beer pairing, and general manager Jeremy Hassman will share […]
Alec Lang, Live Music
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaHear original work by the inspired songwriter Alec Lang at the first Second Sunday Music Night of 2021. No cover; full menu available until close. Optional reservations available by phone, 319-656-3335 or online through Resy. Alec Lang is a songwriter living in Iowa City, Iowa. His songs are deeply rooted in the Midwest and often […]
Big Game Sunday Watch Party
See the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on February 7 on the big screen at Kalona Brewing starting at 3:30pm with pre-game coverage; kick-off at 5:30pm. We'll have steins of beer for the price of a pint* starting at 3:30pm, and Big Game menu features from Chef Hassman throughout the day. […]
Justin Horesowsky, Live Music
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaOn Sunday, March 14 at 6pm, experience live the talented Kalona-area musician Justin Horesowksy at Kalona Brewing Company. No cover. Optional reservations are available at 319-656-3335 or online through Resy. Justin is a local musician who has been entertaining for 12 years in the southeast Iowa are. From his original songs to favorite covers, you're […]
St. Patrick’s Dinner & Dublin
Experience the world of Irish music with live streamed concerts from around the world on our KBC big screen, with St. Paddy's dinner features on the menu, and steins of featured beers for the price of a pint. Sláinte! Irish-Inspired Dinner Menu Features by Chef Hassman: Bangers and Mash Shepherd's Pie Corned Beef and Cabbage […]
March Madness Iowa vs. GCU
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaThe Iowa Hawkeyes begin their March Madness journey on Saturday, 3/20 at 5:25pm against the Grand Canyon Antelopes. See the game on the big screen and enjoy Kalona Classic Light Lager steins for the price of a pint during the game. Go Hawks! March Madness 2021 Game Schedule
Ethridge Netz, Live Music
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaOn Sunday, April 11, 6pm at Kalona Brewing see the small town boy with the big time sound, Mr. Ethridge Netz. No cover. Optional reservations are available at 319-656-3335 or online through Resy. Ethridge Netz is a midwest singer-songwriter with a midwest heart. He grew up learning to play guitar by watching his cousins' […]
Mother’s Day Jazz
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaWe love Mom, and we love jazz, so we're combining the two for a lovely evening out with the Steve Grismore Trio from 6pm-8pm on Mother's Day Sunday. No cover. Kalona Brewing Co. is also having a special Mother's Day brunch menu from 11am-2pm, and are open as usual with our full lunch and dinner […]
POSTPONED Farm-to-Table Beef Pairing Dinner
Our Farm-to-Table pairing dinner is postponed - stay tuned for the new date! This four-course beef dinner will feature in each dish grass feed local beef from JimRay Farms (Kalona, IA) and is paired will be paired with a wine or craft beer. Meet the family that owns and operates JimRay farms and learn about […]
KBC 8 Year Anniversary Celebration with Nikki Lunden
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaCelebrate eight years of Kalona Brewing Company with live music by Iowa City-based musician Nikki Lunden in the KBC beer garden, dinner features by Chef Hassman, and featured craft beers on tap. No cover. Optional reservations at 319-656-3335 or online through Resy.
Kalona Brewing’s Oktoberfest 2021
This Sunday, October 10th at Kalona Brewing Company, celebrate like it's the year 1810 with a nod to the tradition of Oktoberfest. Music begins at 4:00pm with Des Moines artist Jake Schrodt and continues at 6:00pm with the rockin' Iowa City Cedar County Cobras. We'll have a golden keg, dinner features from Chef Hassman, brewer […]
Trivia Night with Andrew’s Bar Exam
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaQ. What is a great way to bond with your friends and win free prizes? A. Trivia Night! Every third Thursday of the month from 7pm-9pm, test your knowledge at Kalona Brewery with KBC's monthly free trivia night by Andrew’s Bar Exam, and play for prizes including Kalona Brewery gift cards, swag, and brews. Bring […]
Hawkeyes vs. the Gophers on the Big Screen
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaIn Heaven there is no beer, that's why we drink it here! See the Hawkeyes game against Minnesota on the big screen at Kalona Brewing Company, Saturday, October 16; kick off at 2:30pm. Optional table reservations at 319-656-3335. Menu and tap info here. Go Hawks!
Terry McCauley, Live Music
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaThis Sunday, November 14, 6pm, local favorite Terry McCauley brings the 60’s and 70’s to life with classic pop and rock ballads with covers from bands including America, Bee Gees, John Denver, Neil Diamond, Herman’s Hermits, REO Speedwagon, ELO, Neil Young, Gordon Lightfoot and Harry Chapin. Join us every second Sunday of the month for […]
Iowa vs. Michigan Football on the Big Screen
In Heaven there is no beer, that’s why we drink it here! See the Iowa vs. Michigan game on the big screen at Kalona Brewing Company, Saturday, December 4; kickoff at 7:00 pm. Optional table reservations at 319-656-3335. Menu and tap info here. Go Hawks!
Steve Grismore Trio Holiday Jazz
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaJoin us for a warm evening of jazz selections from Steve Grismore and his ensemble including holiday favorites like "White Christmas" and "Home for the Holidays". No cover, full menu, craft beer on tap and a curated wine list. Optional table reservations available at 319-656-3335 or online through Resy. Steve Grismore is a versatile guitarist […]
Sweaters & Steins on Christmas Eve
Jingle brews, jingle brews, jingle all the way...! Kalona Brewing is open on Christmas Eve, Friday, 12/24 from 11am-9pm. Come in during the day or evening wearing an ugly sweater and you get to throw your name into the Santa hat for the drawing that night at 8:30pm (you do not need to be present […]
NYE Beer or Wine Pairing Dinner – SOLD OUT
Together we say goodbye to 2021 with a five course dinner curated by Chef Hassman, beer pairings introduced by head brewer Warren "W" Yoder, wines shared by a local wine expert, and a night of fun with family and friends. We will have two seatings, 5:30pm and 8:00pm. Please arrive before the start time for […]
Brian Herrin, Live Music
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaOur Second Sunday Music Night this January brings Brian Herrin to the brewery, a classically trained singer-songwriter now living in Iowa. No cover for this event; optional reservations at 319-656-3335 or online through Resy, resy.com/cities/kln/kalona-brewing-company ABOUT BRIAN HERRIN Originally from Illinois, he has shared the stage with such acts as The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, […]
Valentine’s Eve Dinner & Jazz
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaIndulge in love this Valentine’s Weekend at Kalona Brewing Co. Our menu will have all of the favorites plus curated beer pairing features by Chef Oliver Hassman and wine pairings by general manager Shauna McKnight On Valentine's Eve, from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm gaze lovingly at each other over the romantic jazz stylings of the Steve […]
Polar Pint
It's an annual tradition begun by a loyal KBC guests who just said 'no' to winter and spent the afternoon in the beer garden drinking beer and telling stories. We continue the tradition with hot chili and beer brats grilled in the Kalona Brewing Beer Garden, a spinny wheel of prizes, beers with friends outside, […]
Ryne Doughty, Live Music
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaFeel the joy of Second Sunday Music Night this March with Des Moines-based folk and American singer-songwriter, Ryne Doughty. No cover. Optional table reservations at 319-656-3335 or book online through Resy. ABOUT RYNE DOUGHTY Doughty's music is deeply rooted in real life stories of love, loss, work, and play. His stripped down, earthy sound is […]
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration with Blame Not the Bard
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaStomp your feet, sip an Irish ale, and feast on a special Irish-themed dinner at our 2022 Kalona Brewing Co. St. Patrick's Day Celebration! No cover for this special event. Reservations are full, but walk-ins are welcome for seating at the bar. If you have questions, please phone 319-656-3335. We will also have cans and […]
True Crime Live with Sarah Cailean: The Warriors and the Wicked: A Celebration of Women in True Crime
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaYou probably know the name Sarah Cailean from her national investigative and podcasting true crime work. Experience the real drama live and in-person at Kalona Brewing on Tuesday, March 22, 6:00pm with her special presentation for Women’s History Month: The Warriors and the Wicked: A Celebration of Women in True Crime Hear the stories…with all […]
KBC Trivia Night with Christopher’s Bar Exam
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaThis March, to make space for our Kalona Brewing St. Patrick's Day Celebration, Trivia Night will be at 7:00pm on Thursday, March 24. In April Trivia Night will return to it's 7:00pm third Thursday of the month spot on April 21st. Test your knowledge at Kalona Brewery with FREE trivia night by Christopher's Bar Exam, […]
Joshua Sinclair, Live Music
April brings Des Moines-based musician Johsua Sinclair to Second Sunday Music night at KBC. With only a guitar, microphone, and a loop pedal, Sinclair's live performance is best described as 'Ryan Adams meets Ed Sheeran'. Covered with tattoos that read like a roadmap of his life to this point, Josh's story is simple…follow a dream […]
Trivia Night with Christopher’s Bar Exam
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaCome and play at our monthly Trivia Night at 7:00pm on the third Thursday of every month. It's free to play; prizes including Kalona Brewing swag and brews; no team size limit. Kitchen and taps open throughout the evening. Table reservations highly recommended at 319-656-3335 or online through Resy Cheers, and good luck, Trivia Friends!
Mother’s Day Music with Natural Habits
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaKalona Brewing Company brings Nikki Lunden's band Natural Habits for an extra fun Mother's Day treat; 6pm-8pm. No cover; full menu and features available plus 16 taps, a curated selection of wines, and more. Reservations encouraged at 319-656-3335 or online through Resy. Cheers to all of the moms, caregivers and more!
Fresh Ink Stout Release Meet & Greet
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaFor the first time, Fresh Ink Oatmeal Stout is in kegs and cans...and our featured community member, Anthony "Spit" Spitzer, the fellow on the can and owner and operator of longtime Kalona family business Kalona Graphics will be relaxing at the Kalona Brewing bar this Sunday, May 15 from 5pm-6pm to chat. Come on down […]
Trivia Night with Christopher’s Bar Exam
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaCome and play at our monthly Trivia Night at 7:00pm on the third Thursday of every month. It's free to play; prizes including Kalona Brewing swag and brews; no team size limit. Kitchen and taps open throughout the evening. Table reservations highly recommended at 319-656-3335 or online through Resy Cheers, and good luck, Trivia Friends!
Maibock Tapping & Hang Out with John T & Head Brewer W Yoder
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaOur annual community collaboration Maibock brew is tapping this Sunday, 5/21. Chat with collaborative homebrewer John Tebockhorst and Kalona Brewing head brewer Warren “W” Yoder at the bar this Sunday from 5pm-6pm, and try the beer that he and W named “Mai-te-bock. John Tebockhorst is an award-winning local homebrewer and resident of Washington, Iowa, and […]
POSTPONED | Jake Schrodt
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaOur live music night with Des Moines artist Jake Schrodt at Kalona Brewing Co. has been postponed to a to-be-determined date. Questions? Please call: 319-656-3335 Vocalist and guitarist Jake Schrodt has been writing songs for almost a decade, making music he loves and covering his favorites too (Chris Stapleton to Tyler Childers, Ben E. King […]
Dave Zollo, Live Music
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaWe are thrilled to welcome back the one, the only, Dave Zollo, Iowa-based, internationally-toured electric blues musician on Sunday, July 10, 6pm-8pm. The kitchen will be open with a limited menu with craft beer on tap. No cover for this Second Sunday live music event. Optional table reservations at 319-656-3335. DAVE ZOLLO began playing the […]
Christina’s Going Away Party
Kalona Brewing Company 405 B Ave, Kalona, IowaChristina P., Kalona Brewing's Marketing Brand Specialist and Events Coordinator for the last 4 years, is heading back into the beautiful non-profit sector world; but come by the party and make sure that she misses the craft beer world on the way out. Light food provided...and lots of hellos and goodbyes, Sunday, 7/31, 5:30pm-7:30pm at […]