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PUBLIC TOUR

Journey through Great Lakes Brewing Co. history taking each step with a beer in hand!

Welcome to Great Lakes - let our employee-owners show you around! Go behind the scenes of Ohio’s original craft brewery with a public brewery tour. Guests will grab their first taste of our award-winning beer in the Beer Symposium before venturing into the production facility for an up close and personal look at how that wonderful liquid is brewed, cellared, and packaged! Our knowledgeable (and super friendly) tour guides will guide you each step of the way with an in-depth look at our history, brewing processes, and more. Tours last approximately 60 minutes and include four 5 oz. beer samples and a souvenir pint glass to take home! Please contact glbcinfo@greatlakesbrewing.com with any questions.

Cost Duration Includes
$15 Per Person

Non-drinking Ticket Price
Under 21 • Tour Only
$5 Per Person

+ Peek Processing Fees		 Tours last approximately one hour Four 5 oz. samples
Exclusive Tour Pint Glass
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The Fine Print

Choose your tour date and time carefully! Payment is non-refundable, and event date and time is non-transferable. Our tours start promptly at their scheduled time; no exceptions. Guests arriving late are not guaranteed a chance to join their tour. Please allow time to find parking and arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled tour start time.

Please be aware that buying out all of the tickets for a public brewery tour does not guarantee it will be a private event for you and your guests. A limited amount of walk-up tickets are available on a first come, first served basis at the start of every public tour day. Please visit the Beer Symposium to inquire about any open availability. If you are interested in a private tour, please contact us directly at 216.325.7846 for additional details.

Don't forget your ID! Guests must be 21 or older with a valid ID to consume or purchase alcohol. Guests without a valid ID at check-in will not receive beer samples. Four (4) 5 oz. beer samples are given per valid ID; no exceptions. Guests under 21 are welcome on the tour, but must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21. No guest under 21 will be permitted to consume alcohol; no exceptions. When purchasing tickets, please select the Under 21/Non-Drinking ticket option for anyone under 21. Children under the age of 5 do not need to purchase a ticket.

Visitors planning to visit the brewery MUST wear closed-toe shoes (i.e. boots or sneakers; no flip flops or sandals.) This is for your personal safety and the safety of our guests.

Our brewery is housed in a 19th century building with narrow spaces and multiple stairwells. Be aware that breweries are hot and loud, especially in packaging areas and during the summer months.

Looking to visit the brewpub before or after your tour? Please see the host stand before your tour for seating policies, or make a reservation by visiting us online at https://www.greatlakesbrewing.com/brewpub. Tour attendance does not guarantee reservations in our brewpub.

Tour availability is subject to change. Details and offerings subject to change without notice.

Questions? Contact us at 216.771.4404 or glbcinfo@greatlakesbrewing.com

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PRIVATE TOUR

We offer private brewery tours Monday through Thursday to better accommodate groups that wish to have their own personal tour guide or varying schedules. Our brewery tour will lead you through more than just our production facility. Guests also journey through GLBC and Cleveland history and, of course, take each step with a beer in hand. Beginning in our Beer Symposium, guests grab their first brew before venturing across the street to the production brewery for more beer samples and a fun, in-depth exploration of the brewing process. Tours last approximately one hour.

Cost Duration Includes
Starting at $150 for a group of 10
$10 For each additional guest		 Approximately 45 minutes - 1 hour Four 5 oz. samples
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PRIVATE TOUR INFORMATION

Our brewery tour will lead you through more than just our production facility. Guests also journey through GLBC’s and Cleveland’s history and, of course, take each step with a beer in hand. Beginning in our Beer Symposium, guests grab their first sample from a selection of year-round, seasonal, and pub exclusive beers. A short video officially kicks off the tour before we venture across the street to the production brewery for more beer samples and a fun, in-depth exploration of the brewing process. Tours last approximately 45 minutes to one hour.

PLEASE FOLLOW THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:

  • Our tours start promptly at the agreed upon time. Please plan to arrive in the Beer Symposium (1951 West 26th Street, Suite 100) 10 minutes before your scheduled time.
  • If you are running late please contact the Beer Symposium at 216-325-7848 to speak with the tour guide. Groups arriving 15 minutes after the agreed upon time may be subject to a condensed tour. Groups arriving 30 minutes late will receive a reduced tour and samples decided by the tour guide. No-shows, 30 minutes with no contact, will not be given a tour and will be charged the full amount of the tour. Tours are non-refundable.
  • To receive beer samples, everyone must bring a valid photo ID showing they are of legal drinking age. Four (4) beer sample tickets are given per valid ID; no exceptions.
  • Intoxicated guests are not permitted on brewery tours. 
  • Tour guides reserve the right to end the tour at any time, should they deem the group to be disorderly. The tour guide may also deny any last minute additions to the group. 
  • Our brewery is housed in a 19th century building with narrow spaces and multiple stairwells. Breweries are hot and loud, especially during bottling and in the summer months. Closed toe shoes are strongly recommended.
  • The brewery has limited ADA accessibility. Please contact us in advance for accommodations.
  • Private tour bookings do not guarantee reservations in our brewpub. To make reservations in the pub, please visit our website: https://www.greatlakesbrewing.com/brewpub, or call us at 216-771-4404.

COST

GROUPS UP TO 20:

  • $150 deposit, covers your first 10 guests
  • $10 per additional guest, maximum of 20 guests

GROUPS LARGER THAN 20:

  • For groups larger than 20, your group will have two tour guides
  • $300 deposit, covers your first 20 guests
  • $10 per additional guest, maximum of 40 guests

The deposit is required in order to hold the date. Any additional guest tickets need to be purchased at least one week in advance of your tour date.

INCLUDES

  • Four 5 oz. beer samples per guest

Tour Exclusive glassware for guests to take home can be added on at $5 per glass. Guests can also receive 10% off any gift shop or tour merchandise on the day of their tour.
+ Peek Processing Fees

SCHEDULING

Private tours must be scheduled with a minimum of two (2) weeks’ notice by emailing Veronica Bagley at veronicab@greatlakesbrewing.com. Private tours can be scheduled Monday through Thursday 11am-7pm, and are subject to availability. The deposit is required to hold your selected date.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Deposits are refundable if cancelled with more than two (2) weeks’ advance notice. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable if cancelled with less than one week’s notice. With one (1) to two (2) weeks’ advance notice, private tours can be rescheduled, but are not refundable. Your tour must be rescheduled within 30 days of your original tour date, and is subject to availability.

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Cleveland Brewing History Tour

Take a walk through the history of brewing in Cleveland (literally!) by exploring the storied buildings of GLBC’s brewing campus.

Welcome to Great Lakes - let our employee-owners show you around! Take a walk through the history of brewing in Cleveland (literally!) by exploring the storied buildings of GLBC’s brewing campus. Immerse yourself in Cleveland brewing lore while learning about the 19th century taverns that now comprise our brewpub, the majestic Schlather Brewing Co. facility that houses our production brewery, and more. Tours last approximately 60 minutes and include four 5 oz. beer samples and a souvenir pint glass to take home!

Cost Duration Includes
Starting at $25

Non-drinking Ticket Price
Under 21 • Tour Only
$18 Per Person

+ Peek Processing Fees 		Approximately 60 minutes Four 5 oz. samples
Exclusive Tour Pint Glass
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The Fine Print

Choose your tour date and time carefully! Payment is non-refundable, and event date and time is non-transferable. Our tours start promptly at their scheduled time; no exceptions. Guests arriving late are not guaranteed a chance to join their tour. Please allow time to find parking and arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled tour start time.

Please be aware that buying out all of the tickets for a public brewery tour does not guarantee it will be a private event for you and your guests. A limited amount of walk-up tickets are available on a first come, first served basis at the start of every public tour day. Please visit the Beer Symposium to inquire about any open availability. If you are interested in a private tour, please contact us directly at 216.325.7846 for additional details.

Don't forget your ID! Guests must be 21 or older with a valid ID to consume or purchase alcohol. Guests without a valid ID at check-in will not receive beer samples. Four (4) 5 oz. beer samples are given per valid ID; no exceptions. Guests under 21 are welcome on the tour, but must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21. No guest under 21 will be permitted to consume alcohol; no exceptions. When purchasing tickets, please select the Under 21/Non-Drinking ticket option for anyone under 21. Children under the age of 5 do not need to purchase a ticket.

Visitors planning to visit the brewery MUST wear closed-toe shoes (i.e. boots or sneakers; no flip flops or sandals.) This is for your personal safety and the safety of our guests.

Our brewery is housed in a 19th century building with narrow spaces and multiple stairwells. Be aware that breweries are hot and loud, especially in packaging areas and during the summer months. This tour will involve some time outdoors, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

Looking to visit the brewpub before or after your tour? Please see the host stand before your tour for seating policies, or make a reservation by visiting us online at https://www.greatlakesbrewing.com/brewpub. Tour attendance does not guarantee reservations in our brewpub.

Tour availability is subject to change. Details and offerings subject to change without notice.

Questions? Contact us at 216.771.4404 or glbcinfo@greatlakesbrewing.com

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HAUNTED HISTORY TOURS

Explore the history of our iconic buildings, and the stories of spirits that still haunt them on this special Halloween Brewery Tour.

Welcome to Great Lakes Brewing Company- let our employee owners show you around! On these special Halloween Brewery Tours, join one of our tour guides for a tour through our iconic brewpub buildings, all with a beer in hand. Explore the history of these buildings that now make up our brewpub and hear the stories of the ghosts that still haunt them (along with some spooky Cleveland tales). Tours last approximately 45-60 minutes, and include your first beer in the pub, plus a tour pint glass to take home! Tours will meet in the Gift Shop for check-in before venturing into the brewpub to grab your first beer and explore our 19th century historic buildings with your tour guide.

Cost Duration Includes
Starting at $25

+ Peek Processing Fees 		Approximately 45-60 minutes One beer in the brewpub
Exclusive Tour Pint Glass
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The Fine Print

Haunted History Tours will only take place in our brewpub and will not enter our main production facility. For our year-round brewery tours, please visit our website at https://www.greatlakesbrewing.com/tours-and-classes. Choose your tour date and time carefully! Payment is non-refundable, and event date and time is non-transferable. Our tours start promptly at their scheduled time; no exceptions. Guests arriving late are not guaranteed a chance to join their tour. Please allow time to find parking and arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled tour start time.

Don't forget your ID! Guests must be 21 or older with a valid ID to consume or purchase alcohol. Guests without a valid ID at check-in will not receive beer. One beer in the pub is included with your ticket, with valid ID; no exceptions. No guest under 21 will be permitted to consume alcohol; no exceptions.

Please keep in mind that our brewpub is housed in several 19th century historic buildings with narrow spaces and multiple stairwells. This tour will involve multiple staircases.

Tour attendance does not guarantee reservations in our brewpub. Please see the host stand before your tour for seating policies, or make a reservation by visiting us online at https://www.greatlakesbrewing.com/brewpub.

Tour availability is subject to change. Details and offerings subject to change without notice.

Questions? Contact us at 216.771.4404 or glbcinfo@greatlakesbrewing.com

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PRIVATE CLEVELAND BREWING HISTORY TOURS

We offer private brewery tours Monday through Thursday to better accommodate groups that wish to have their own personal tour guide, or varying schedules. Take a walk through the history of brewing in Cleveland (literally!) by exploring the storied buildings of GLBC’s brewing campus. Immerse yourself in Cleveland brewing lore while learning about the 19th century taverns that now comprise our brewpub, the majestic Schlather Brewing Co. facility that houses our production brewery, and more. Tours last approximately one hour.

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COST

GROUPS OF 10:
These tours can accommodate a maximum of 10 guests. They require a flat deposit of $250, which covers up to ten guests.

INCLUDES

  • Four 5 oz. beer samples per guest

Tour Exclusive glassware for guests to take home can be added on at $5 per glass. Guests can also receive 10% off any gift shop or tour merchandise on the day of their tour.

+ PEEK PROCESSING FEES

SCHEDULING

Private tours must be scheduled with a minimum of two (2) weeks' notice by emailing Veronica Bagley at veronicab@greatlakesbrewing.com. Private tours can be scheduled Monday through Thursday 11am-7pm, and are subject to availability. The deposit is required to hold your selected date.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Deposits are refundable if cancelled with more than two (2) weeks' advance notice. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable if cancelled with less than one (1) week's notice.
With one (1) to two (2) weeks' advance notice, private tours can be rescheduled, but are not refundable. Your tour must be rescheduled within 30 days of your original tour date, and is subject to availability.

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PUBLIC CLASS

The taps are on, the beer is pouring, and class is back in session! Learn all about craft beer the Great Lakes way as Cicerone® certified staff crack open the story of beer – where it came from, how it’s made, and the best way to taste it (and what to taste it with!) Students who complete Hop College Classes will leave with a special Hop College branded glass specific to each class. Guests must be 21 or older with a valid ID to attend.

Cost Includes
Starting at $40
+ Peek Processing Fees 		Four 5 oz. samples
Exclusive Hop College Glassware
PRIVATE CLASS

Students who enroll in Hop College: Beer 101 will head to the “classroom” where GLBC Beer Educators crack open the story of beer – where it came from, how it’s made, and the best way to taste it. Our Beer Educators will help you tap into a deeper understanding of craft beer the GLBC way, by taking a look at our brewery, history, and philosophy.

Hop College classes at the brewery include a five ounce sample of five (5) beers, a tour of the brewery, a Hop College notebook, and a Hop College Exclusive Pint Glass to take home! Class will last approximately two hours.

Class is held in our Beer Symposium located at 1951 W 26th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

Cost Duration Includes
$300 deposit, covers your first five (5) guests
$45 per additional guest
The deposit is required in order to hold the date. Any additional guest tickets need to be purchased at least one (1) week in advance of your class date.
+ Peek Processing Fees 		Approximately 2 hours Four 5 oz. samples
Exclusive Hop College Glassware Guests can also receive 10% off any gift shop or tour merchandise on the day of their class.
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SCHEDULING

Private classes must be scheduled with a minimum of two (2) weeks’ notice by emailing Veronica Bagley at veronicab@greatlakesbrewing.com. Private classes can be scheduled Monday through Thursday 11am-7pm, and are subject to availability. The deposit is required to hold your selected date.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Deposits are refundable if cancelled with more than two (2) weeks’ advance notice. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable if cancelled with less than one (1) week’s notice.

With one to two weeks’ advance notice, private classes can be rescheduled, but are not refundable. Your class must be rescheduled within 30 days of your original class date, and is subject to availability.

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PRIVATE GUIDED TASTING CLASS

Learn all about how to fine-tune your beer tasting skills with our GLBC Beer Education Team. Our Beer Educators will help you tap into a deeper understanding of craft beer the GLBC way, by leading your group through a tasting of five (5) GLBC beers. You’ll even leave with your very own GLBC Tasting Glass to take home! Private guided tastings last 45 minutes to an hour and include five 5-ounce samples.

Cost Includes
$200 deposit, covers your first 10 guests
$20 per additional guest, up to 20 guests
+ Peek Processing Fees 		Five 5 oz. beer samples
GLBC Taster Glass
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SCHEDULING

Private classes must be scheduled with a minimum of two (2) weeks’ notice by emailing Veronica Bagley at veronicab@greatlakesbrewing.com. Private classes can be scheduled Monday through Thursday 11am-7pm, and are subject to availability. The deposit is required to hold your selected date.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Deposits are refundable if cancelled with more than two (2) weeks’ advance notice. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable if cancelled with less than one (1) week’s notice.

With one to two weeks’ advance notice, private classes can be rescheduled, but are not refundable. Your class must be rescheduled within 30 days of your original class date and is subject to availability.

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HOP College Private Classes

Students who enroll in Virtual Hop College: Beer 101 will head to the virtual “classroom” where GLBC Beer Educators crack open the story of beer – where it came from, how it’s made, and the best way to taste it. Our Beer Educators will help you tap into a deeper understanding of craft beer the GLBC way, by taking a look at our brewery, history, and philosophy.

For this class, we’ll be learning about (and tasting) the following 5 beers:

No text books required, but feel free to pick up a few of these beers that you’re interested in for class! (Additionally, we can offer tickets that include these study beers, and a special Hop College exclusive glass! These beers can also be altered to fit the needs of your group if necessary.)

Class will be held via Zoom, and will be a total of 60 minutes. Students will be responsible for downloading the Zoom app ahead of time.

Pricing for Virtual Hop College varies depending on the group size, as well as the beers selected. Classes can be offered with or without beer. Keep in mind, for any tickets including beer, study beers must be picked up in our Gift Shop located in Ohio City. State of Ohio Law, unfortunately, prohibits us from shipping beer.

Must be 2 weeks in advance at minimum. We can't guarantee your date will be available, but will check availability and follow up.
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