This exciting trail is your ticket to savoring delicious and aromatic coffee and coffee-themed drinks from area businesses spanning all 11 communities! When you visit eight (8) different coffee destinations featured in this passport, you’ll be able to pick up a Coffee Trail Mug from the Explore Elgin Area Visitor Center at 60 S. Grove Avenue, Elgin. (Must pick it up in person.)
Once you have visited a minimum of eight (8) you’ll automatically enter a quarterly drawing for a chance to win a $20 gift card to a local establishment. What’s more, each badge you collect increases your odds of winning our grand prize, valued at over $100!
The Explore Elgin Area team has partnered with exceptional local businesses to bring you the finest coffee in town. Keep a close watch on your coffee passport for updates as we introduce new cafes along the trail.
So what are you waiting for? Grab your Explore Elgin Area Coffee Trail Passport and begin your journey to a good brew!

How to
get started
- Claim Your Passport by signing up with the button below.
- Go to your favorite coffee hot spot that is on the trail.
- Order what you want! Mocha, Cappuccino, Hot Chocolate, Iced!
- Check in with your passport with your location or a photo!
- Go to 8 different restaurants to get a reward!
Get started on your Coffee Trail adventure with the button above! It is all you need to get started. Confirm your coffees with a photo or via your location, whichever one you prefer! For each 8 unique stamps you collect, you will be entered into our drawing for a prize!
Business
Sign Up
Interested in joining the coffee trail? Click the link below for more information or to register your business today.
Sponsor
Locations
How do I become a sponsor? All you need to do is sign up using our business registration form!