We've launched an exciting new project of our own! Introducing the Kickstarter app for iPhone!

Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on May 24, 2012.

63 hours remain to reach our goal!

Update #9 · May 21, 2012 · comment

Hey everyone,

There are only 63 hours to go in our Kickstarter!! We need your help more than ever. We are getting very close to the 20K mark. When we hit 20K we will pull a twitter supporter's name randomly to win a $50 Threadless gift card. All you need to do to enter is share our link on twitter and hashtag our name (#arcadebrewery) in the tweet as well. We'll pull it as soon as we hit 20K. 

Also, We'll be pulling a name from our Kickstarter backer's list to win the party for 20 people (drinks included) at Claddagh Ring (Chicago). You need to pledge at least $20 to qualify. If you still need to pledge or want to increase your pledge to qualify, do it ASAP so you don't miss out. 

Our last live live event is tomorrow night.  Help us spread the word and come out if you can!  Details are below:

Tuesday, May 22nd (8pm-12pm)
Moe's Tavern
2937 N. Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60618

Chris & Lance will be guest bartenders. All tips and 10% of bar sales goes to Arcade Brewery

Raffle Prizes:
Party for 20 at Moe's, Bottle of Whiskey, and $50 bar tab 

DJ Bob Nanna
Brother George
other acts TBD

For more information: http://www.facebook.com/events/403452476361705/

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    Get a free bottle of Grapefruit IPA at the Moe's Tavern in Chicago, plus a sticker, bottle opener, and button pack! Moe's Tavern 2937 N Milwaukee (between Gresham Ave & Central Park Ave) Chicago, IL 60618

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    Registers you for a home brew class taught by Arcade Brewery's head brewer, Chris Tourre. This class will be held at the Brew Camp home brew store in Chicago, IL. Basic and Intermediate all grain strategies will be taught. Also a fun experience for people new to brewing or who just want to learn how it all works. The projected date for this class is July 14th, 2012 at 2 pm.

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    11 backers

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    Estimated delivery: Feb 2013
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    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    Custom Arcade Brewery arcade cabinet (newer versions of the one you see in our video - Arcade Brewery Branding on sides and marquee) filled with games, t-shirt, stickers, buttons, and bottle opener. No international shipping.

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