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🍻 On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kaitlyn Blum chats with Janna Groharing from Sterling Main Street about one of the area’s most anticipated fall festivals — Hops on the Rock!
Discover what makes this craft beer festival so special, from the wide variety of breweries and unique brews to the local food trucks, live music, and volunteer-powered fun that bring it all together.
Hops on the Rock 2025
📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025
⏰ 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (VIP entry begins at 2:00 PM, General Admission at 3:00 PM)
📍 Sterling Marketplace, Sterling, IL
Ticket Options:
VIP Admission: Early entry, commemorative t-shirt, and exclusive tasting glass
General Admission: Full access to all breweries and entertainment
Designated Driver Ticket: Enjoy food vendors, live music, and the festival atmosphere
Food & Music:
🍔 Kuster’s Last Stand – smash burgers, cheese curds, and more
🌮 Mendoza’s Tacos – local favorite with authentic flavors
🥨 Pretzel necklace station to snack between tastings
🎶 Live music by Javvon and Steve Katrone
Special Feature:
Local home brewers Zebra Brewing return with new creative brews inspired by community and history.
👉 Want to get involved? Volunteers are always needed! Reach out through Sterling Main Street’s website or social media to sign up.
👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more local stories from Rock Falls and beyond.
🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online
🎤 Timestamps & Highlights:
0:44 - What is Hops on the Rock?
1:21 - What to Expect
6:01 - Volunteer Opportunities
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By The Radar Free Press🍻 On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kaitlyn Blum chats with Janna Groharing from Sterling Main Street about one of the area’s most anticipated fall festivals — Hops on the Rock!
Discover what makes this craft beer festival so special, from the wide variety of breweries and unique brews to the local food trucks, live music, and volunteer-powered fun that bring it all together.
Hops on the Rock 2025
📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025
⏰ 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (VIP entry begins at 2:00 PM, General Admission at 3:00 PM)
📍 Sterling Marketplace, Sterling, IL
Ticket Options:
VIP Admission: Early entry, commemorative t-shirt, and exclusive tasting glass
General Admission: Full access to all breweries and entertainment
Designated Driver Ticket: Enjoy food vendors, live music, and the festival atmosphere
Food & Music:
🍔 Kuster’s Last Stand – smash burgers, cheese curds, and more
🌮 Mendoza’s Tacos – local favorite with authentic flavors
🥨 Pretzel necklace station to snack between tastings
🎶 Live music by Javvon and Steve Katrone
Special Feature:
Local home brewers Zebra Brewing return with new creative brews inspired by community and history.
👉 Want to get involved? Volunteers are always needed! Reach out through Sterling Main Street’s website or social media to sign up.
👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more local stories from Rock Falls and beyond.
🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online
🎤 Timestamps & Highlights:
0:44 - What is Hops on the Rock?
1:21 - What to Expect
6:01 - Volunteer Opportunities
Check out The Radar Free Press and Follow us on all social media platforms below:
Facebook
YouTube
Spotify
Apple Podcasts
iHeart Radio
Rumble
TikTok
X
Instagram
Threads
#alongtherock #podcast #radarfreepress #sterlingil #hopsontherock#beer #beerfest #beergarden