In the shadow of Czech Village’s distinctive orange-roofed clock tower, across the street from the old Kosek Bandstand and complementing the stone lions scattered along 16th Avenue in Cedar Rapids is a small craft brewery (with a spacious taproom) that feels as integral to the area’s history as most any business in the neighborhood.
Lion Bridge Brewing
Lions, produce, and beers, oh my! Lion Bridge Brewery to host farmers market
Beginning Thursday, June 9, Lion Bridge Brewery of Cedar Rapids will host an evening farmers market, set for every other Thursday. The brewery’s liquor license has been extended to include the location of the market so that market-goers can enjoy a draft while they shop. There are also plans for an extended patio, event stage […]
Drink Up: 11th Annual Benz Beerfest returns to Cedar Rapids
he 11th Annual Benz Beerfest will offer Eastern Iowans the opportunity to take in the area’s booming craft beer scene this Saturday, May 9…
Iowa beers take gold medals at nationwide beer competition
The state’s flourishing craft beer industry received recognition last weekend as two Iowa brews won gold medals at the Great American Beer Festival (GABF) in Denver. Cedar Rapids’ Lion Bridge Brewing Company took home a gold medal in the English-Style Mild Ale category for its Workman’s Compensation, and CocO Stout, brewed West O Beer of […]
National Czech and Slovak Museum to host BrewNost! beer tasting and fundraiser
The National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library invites visitors to party like they’re in Prague at the 11th annual BrewNost! beer tasting …

