Bash 4 the Brave is back—and we couldn’t be prouder to bring it home.
This family-friendly community event is a celebration of the veterans, active military members, and families who give so much of themselves every day. Bash 4 the Brave brings neighbors together for good food, live music, and entertainment for all ages in a space where appreciation, connection, and joy take center stage.
More than a celebration, Bash 4 the Brave is a way to turn gratitude into action. The majority of donations raised at this event will support Giving Group’s Veterans Initiative, including our new partnership with Salute, Inc. Together, we’re working to provide direct, meaningful support to local veterans and their families by helping subsidize essential living needs such as rent, utilities, gas, and other day-to-day necessities.
These aren’t abstract causes: they’re real moments of relief, stability, and dignity for the people who’ve served our country and continue to show up for their families and communities.
Whether you come to enjoy the music, bring your car for our car show, share a meal, bring the kids, or simply stand in support, Bash 4 the Brave is a reminder that honoring service means showing up together.
Join us as we celebrate courage, family, and community, and help ensure our veterans feel supported not just in words, but in real ways.
Sunday Jul 19, 2026
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT
Sunday, Jul 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The Biergarten by BarleyHaus, 500 Park Blvd Lake Level, Itasca, IL 60143, USA
Admission to the event is free.
For those participating in the car show, there is a suggested $10 donation per car or motorcycle spot, payable in advance or at the event. Carnival game tickets are also available for a suggested $20 donation and may be purchased ahead of time to help you skip the line.
Giving Group
Send Email