Submit a drink to the 24th Annual Zero Proof Mix Off

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The Lorain County Safe Communities Coalition invites businesses, agencies, student clubs and other groups to enter the 24th Annual Zero Proof Mix Off drink competition. Hundreds of people attend to sample zero-proof concoctions and take home a recipe book to mix up alcohol-free drink options during the holiday party season and all year long. The event provides a unique and effective opportunity to connect with potential clients and customers while supporting safe driving behaviors. All drink recipes from participating mixer groups will be featured in the Zero Proof Drink Recipe Book  – free to pick up both at the event and at local Discount Drug Mart locations. The event’s purpose is to increase awareness of sober driving and zero-proof drink options. There’s no registration fee to enter a drink, and no cost to attend. 


The 24th Annual Zero Proof Mix Off will be held on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 at a new location due to renovation: LCCC - College Center Commons (C106) 1005 N Abbe Road in Elyria.

Event timeline: 

  • 3:45 p.m.: Mixers may begin to arrive and set up 

  • 4:45 p.m.: Judging begins

  • 5:30 p.m.: Doors open to the public 

  • 7:30 p.m.: Winners announced and the event ends

Enter this competition to create and serve a zero-proof drink using this Google form by Friday, Nov. 7. Only 20 applications will be accepted. 

Prizes will be awarded for:

  • Best Taste

  • Best Presentation

  • People's Choice

See scoring rubric for how the prizes will be awarded.

Since 1989, Lorain County Public Health has conducted the Lorain County Safe Communities Coalition to prevent injuries and deaths on Lorain County roads.