Crying Eagle Brewery Reopens After Hurricane Laura: Save the Date for Oct. 3 Relief Concert

Welcome Back to Crying Eagle!

After Hurricane Laura devastated Southwest Louisiana, Crying Eagle Brewery is thrilled to reopen its doors. It's been a challenging year, but our dedicated team is ready to welcome you with open arms. As a locally owned business, we cherish the unique, creative spirit that sets us apart. Discover what to expect upon your visit and details on our upcoming community support event on October 3.

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Two Memorable Hurricane Stories:

1. As Hurricane Laura approached, Marketing Director Krickett Racca heroically rescued Tom Petty, our brewery's beloved cat. Rambunctious at home, he eagerly returned to his brewery domain.

2. Maintenance Supervisor Jim Grindol took up a chainsaw a week before the storm, carving a striking eagle into a nearby stump—now proudly displayed on the property. Miraculously, it survived amid fallen trees. Some might even see it as a symbolic warning to the storm!

Reopening Details:

Open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (subject to curfew). Enjoy our full beer selection with a limited Bistro menu—pizza ovens are temporarily out of service. Beer, wine, spirits, Coke, Diet Coke, and Sprite are available.

Live Music Returns with performances September 18-19 from 2-5 p.m.: Justin Martindale on Friday and Caleb & April on Saturday.

Upcoming: Crying Eagle Relief Concert - October 3

Join us for a major benefit concert on October 3 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Featuring 13 bands across two outdoor stages, with free entry (limited to 250 attendees at a time). Storm-damaged local restaurants and bars are invited to set up booths. Our goal: Raise $25,000 to support Southwest Louisiana.

All proceeds from GoFundMe and a silent auction will benefit: Cajun Navy, Second Harvest, United Way of SWLA, Room in the Inn, and Lake Charles Pitbull Rescue.

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To donate silent auction items, contact Eric Avery at eric@cryingeagle.com. Stay tuned for more event updates. Visit www.cryingeagle.com or follow us on social media!