Of course, you can visit our Merchandise Page to purchase gift certificates. Feel free to contact us via email at info@thebarrelrun.com or via phone at 312-718-3295 if you have further questions.
FAQ
Do you sell Merchandise?
Please check out our Merchandise Page for current product availability.
I don't see any tours listed in your calendar for future months, are you running tours in the upcoming months?
We publish our tours on a month-to-month basis, so please check back on our calendar for the dates you are interested in. The tours are published around the 15th of each month for the following month. For example, you can expect to see December tours listed by November 15th. If you have a specific date you would like to take a tour and it is not posted, feel free to contact us to inquire if we can post a public tour on that date.
How many people fit on the bus?
We have a 22 and 36 Passenger Barrel Bus. Feel free to contact us if your group is larger for other options. We can set up events for large groups.
Do I have to be 21 to participate in a tour/private event?
You must be 21 years of age and provide a valid government issued photo ID upon arrival for admission to your brewery or distillery tour or private event.
Can we drink alcohol on the bus?
You can bring your own alcohol on board for private events. A security guard will be required per Chicago ordinance. At this time we do not allow outside beverages for public tours.
Do you offer tickets for guests not interested in drinking alcohol?
Yes, please contact us for a designated driver discounted ticket.
May I tip?
Gratuity for your tour guide and driver is customary, if you are pleased with your service.
Will beverages and food be provided?
There are no beverages/food provided for our Gangster tours. You will receive samples of beer/spirits on our brewery and distillery tours. Food is not provided but can be prearranged for private events.
What happens if we are late for our tour?
Please arrive at least 15 minutes early for your scheduled tour. Otherwise you may miss the tour! We leave right on time for our public tours. If you are unfamiliar with the city, we recommend giving yourself plenty of time to find the pickup location. Refunds cannot be provided for same day events.
What if the weather is bad?
We run year round in any weather! Our bus is temperature controlled inside to make your tour comfortable. If we have to cancel due to extreme weather conditions, you will receive a full refund.
Where does the tour start and end?
Our public tours start and end at 600 N. Clark Street.
What Our Clients
Think of The Barrel Run
Branden
This is definitely a vibe! We had a ton of fun, the tour guide was knowledgeable and very nice, the Barrel Bus was one of the coolest things I have ever seen!
Monica
Had a great experience with the Barrel Run! The company was extremely easy to work with and helped us plan a really awesome day. David our driver was very kind and overall great energy to be around. Thanks again!
Olivia
If you're a beer lover, then this is for you! The bus was incredible, our tour guide was funny and informative, and the beers/breweries were great. Definitely recommend this experience.
Narze
Great experience and lovely tour guide.
Jamila
My group and I had an amazing time on The Barrel Run! From the very first email exchange to the closing of our event we were treated with the best customer service. David, Denise, and Danielle were extremely informative…
Michael
The Barrel Run is a very fun and exciting experience. The vehicle is classy and is a nice ride. The driver was very professional and courteous. He literally checked on all the passengers during the tours of each location.…
Glenda J.
We had a super day, customised for just us. Visited great breweries, a top-notch distillery and finished at the jetty Beach House to round out our day. Hosts were knowledgeable and freely gave of their time, and our driver…
Jonathan S.
Loved the history and stops we went to on this event. Super easy to get a really good experience of breweries downtown and have a great time with friends.
Ana
We had such a great time on the brewery tour. Our hosts were very nice and friendly. Between the beer and the transportation in a barrel bus, it was 100% money well spent. I highly recommend it!!
Paul
This is like stepping onto a barrel time machine made by Doc Brown. The door opens just like Doc's train at the end of Back to the Future III. This bus is a piece of sheer beauty alone before…
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