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Nightshade and Dark’s Pandemonium Brewing

Ray Bradbury-themed downtown brewery pouring up to 22 house-brewed beers, steps from the Genesee Theatre.

Aerial view of Waukegan downtown near Lake Michigan at sunset.

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Nightshade & Dark’s Pandemonium Brewing Company pays tribute to Waukegan native Ray Bradbury. It’s just a short walk from the Genesee Theatre. The taproom pours up to 22 beers brewed on site, from traditional styles to experimental batches. The space is family-friendly, with a big collection of board, card and dice games. Food trucks and pop-up kitchens keep the menu changing, and the calendar includes live swing, jazz and rockabilly music plus Drag Queen Trivia on Wednesdays.

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Up to 22 beers on tap, all brewed on site. Food trucks and pop-up kitchens. Board, card and dice games. Live music. Drag Queen Trivia, Wednesdays at 7 pm.

ADDRESS 216 W. Clayton Street Waukegan
IL 60085
HOURS
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Wednesday 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Thursday 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Friday 4:00 pm – 12:00 am
  • Saturday 1:00 pm – 12:00 am
  • Sunday 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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ADMISSION Free to enter
PARKING Public parking garage nearby in downtown Waukegan
GOOD FOR
Families Couples Groups Nightlife
AMENITIES
Family Friendly Indoor

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