dog days of Summer
Pilot Project Brewing, 2140 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago (773) 270-5995 🗺️
Dog Days of Summer is back! Kicking it off is all Poodles and Poodle mixes. Bring your pooch to our dog friendly patio and receive 20% off your bill.

12:00 - 4:00 pm 🍺 Work from Here Wednesday Happy Hour
Riverlands Brewing Co., 1860 Dean St. Unit A, St. Charles, IL (630) 549-6293 🗺️
Ditch the office and get your $#!~ done here at our St. Charles brewery from 12pm to 4pm every Wednesday. Not only will you switch things up, but you'll save $2 on every full pour or flight! Plus free wifi, chill vibes, Riverlands beer, and snacks like Chuck's hot stufffed pretzels in three flavors await you in our comfy taproom.
Plan ahead and bring some lunch or have it delivered. Tag your team for a "lunch meeting," or roll solo. Your call.

4:00 - 8:00 pm 🍺 Mokena Food Truck Fest
Crafted 1979, 19200 LaGrange Rd., Ste. E, Mokena, IL 708-860-2826 🗺️
Come see the Crafted crew as they pour cocktails and a rotating selection of local beer. Located on Front Street by the train station.
Food Truck Fest runs 1st & 3rd Wednesday from May-October for 2026!!

5:00 - 11:00 pm 🍺 Open Gate Wednesday Bingo
Guinness Open Gate Brewery, 901 W. Kinzie St., Chicago 312-989-0599 🗺️
Midweek beers, and bingo with Whaddayaknow? Win prizes every round. Free to play.

5:00 pm 🍺 Tinley Park Ale Trail Trolley
Tinley Park, IL  🗺️
The FREE Tinley Park Ale Trail Trolleys are returning for another year of fun! Come out from 5 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays starting June 3rd through Aug. 26th and hop on one of two trolleys that will be making the rounds at Banging Gavel, SIP Wine Bar, Flipside Brewing, Hailstorm Brewing Co., Soundgrowler. and Hillgrove Tap.
The route is continuous, so you can hop on or off at any stop along the way! Trolleys will arrive at each stop about every 30 minutes, and both trolleys are ADA-compliant. A real-time GPS map will be available on the Village website showing the current location of each trolley. Please note that these maps will only be live while the trolleys are running.
It’s sure to be another summer of fun, so start planning today!

5:30 - 7:00 pm 🍺 Bingo in the Branch
Phase Three Brewing Co., 932 Donata Ct., Lake Zurich, IL (847) 749-6645 🗺️
Join us for Bingo in the Branch every other Wednesday from 5:30–7:00pm for a laid-back evening of bingo, brews, and prizes! Grab a beer or try one of our refreshing hard seltzer cocktails while you play for a chance to win awesome prizes. We’ve got food available to keep you fueled, great drinks flowing, and plenty of bingo fun to go around. Whether you’re a seasoned bingo pro or just in it for the vibes, it’s the perfect midweek hangout at P3.

6:00 - 9:00 pm 🍺 Pints & Points Tabletop Game Night
Riverlands Brewing Co., 1860 Dean St. Unit A, St. Charles, IL (630) 549-6293 🗺️
Pints & Points Game Night returns!
6pm to 9pm every first Wednesday of the month.
Join our hosts, Tabletop & Brews, for an evening of tabletop gaming fun. Choose a game from their extensive library, or bring your own favorites! Grab some folks and start your own table, or jump in and make some new friends!
It's free to hang out and play with any purchase at the bar (alcoholic or non-alcoholic, snacks, etc).
PLEASE, NO OUTSIDE DRINKS of any kind, please. We've got ya covered with beer, cider, seltzer, and non-alcoholic options.

6:00 - 7:00 pm 🍺 Yoga Happy Hour
Buffalo Creek Brewing, 360 Historical Ln., Long Grove, IL 847-821-6140 🗺️
Join us every Wednesday at 6:00 in the Rustic Room for Yoga Happy Hour. Instructed by Mindset Yoga and fresh beer provided by Buffalo Creek Brewing.
Enjoy a great workout and a cold beer afterwards. This is a ticketed event. Buy your tickets here.
Please bring your Yoga Mat and arrive 15 minutes early.

6:30 pm 🍺 5k Fun Run x Goose Island Beer Co. 2026 IL Brewery Running Series
Solemn Oath Brewery Still Life, 2919 W. Armitage Ave., Chicago  🗺️
Join the IL Brewery Running Series for a 5k Fun Run at Goose Island Fulton. Run, walk or jog a 5k course, then celebrate at the finish line!
Get ready for a fun, active evening with your Brewery Running Series crew to celebrate Global Running Day! We’re teaming up with Goose Island Fulton for a 5k-ish fun run filled with miles, smiles, and great local beer.
Start and finish right at the taproom—run, walk, or jog your way through a scenic route we’ve mapped to show off the best of the surrounding neighborhood. No pressure, no timing… just good vibes, fresh air, and a refreshing craft beverage waiting for you at the finish line.
Your Registration Includes:

• One (1) craft brew from Goose Island at the finish
• Choice of BRS swag: collector’s pint glass or seasonal item
• Entry into our prize drawing: merch, beer, and other fun surprises
• Access to all the post-run fun: music, games, giveaways & partner goodies
• A built-in feel-good moment: 10% of proceeds support local nonprofits

6:30 - 8:00 pm 🍺 Drag Bingo at Beer Bazaar
Beer Bazaar, 107 Center St., Grayslake, IL (847) 986-6473 🗺️
She's BA-ACK! Drag Bingo at Beer Bazaar is back every 1st Wednesday! $5 per card plays for the whole night and proceeds benefit the LGBTG+ Center Lake County. Hope to see you there!

7:00 pm 🍺 First Wednesday Trivia Night
The Beer Temple, 3173 N. Elston Ave., Chicago 773-754-0907 🗺️
Trivia returns next Wednesday at 7PM. Form a team and come on by. 20% Off pizzas every Wednesday too, so come hungry! Hosted by Chris & Margaret Quinn.

7:00 - 9:00 pm 🍺 Rock ‘N Riddle: Name That Tune
Brothership Brewing, 18781 S. 90th Ave., Unit E, Mokena, IL 708-995-7014 🗺️
Rock ‘N Riddle’s Name That Tune is a music based trivia game where you are rewarded for being able to name song titles and artists in a 10 song playlist. The playlist and songs are curated around a secret theme you have to try to identify. 
I will be back with 4 new themed playlists to keep you entertained all evening long. Come hang out, have a few drinks, and try to win the top spot for some great prizes!
Name That Tune is always free to play, and is a great way to test your music knowledge spanning multiple decades and genres.

7:00 - 10:00 pm 🍺 Music Bingo Wednesday at Route 83
Black Lung Brewing Co., 2217 N. Illinois 83, Round Lake Beach, IL (224) 643-7204 🗺️
Jackpot Music Bingo hits Route 83 every Wednesday with fast, phone‑based fun hosted by Carmen.
Expect 80s anthems, 90s throwbacks, guilty‑pleasure jams, prizes, and Black Lung gift cards every round.
Great beer. Big laughs. Midweek bragging rights.
Bring your phone, your crew, and your questionable music knowledge.

7:00 - 9:30 pm 🍺 Trivia Night in Skokie
Sketchbook Brewing Co. - Skokie, 4901 Main St., Skokie, IL (847) 588-0652 🗺️
Join us in Skokie for our weekly trivia night every Wednesday. Get your team together and join in the fun! Questions kick off at 7:00pm.

7:00 pm 🍺 Pub Trivia
Buffalo Creek Brewing, 360 Historical Ln., Long Grove, IL 847-821-6140 🗺️
Long Grove's Best Pub Trivia!
Starts at 7pm every Wednesday. The original smartphone pub trivia.
Trivia, fresh beer, cool vibes and great prizes for winning teams!

7:00 - 9:00 pm 🍺 Music Bingo at Alter Brewing Co. (Downers Grove)
Alter Brewing Co., 2300 Wisconsin Ave. #213, Downers Grove, IL 630-541-9558 🗺️
For those of you that like the idea of games at the bar, but hate the idea of thinking too much, come hang out and drink with your friends during Music Bingo – and win prizes!
Music Bingo is very similar to traditional bingo, except we will be playing clips of popular songs rather than reading off letters & numbers. The music ranges from the 1950's all the way to today's top hits, including fun themed rounds (80's rock, 90's hits, One Hit Wonders, and more).
Alter will be taking care of you as well with their delicious craft brews and great prizes for the winners all night!
Music Bingo is free to play, but pays out real prizes every single game! Every person that attends gets their own set of bingo cards, so the more friends/family you bring, the higher the chance someone will win at your table!
Hosted by Baig of Tricks Entertainment.

7:00 pm 🍺 Trivia at Black & Gray
Black & Gray Brewing Co., 311 Barrington Ave., East Dundee, IL (224) 484-8200 🗺️
General TRIVIA!! 
We’re dustin’ off the patio for y’all to enjoy a few pints on this beautiful day
Come hang with ANTHONY & TERESA in the Black & Gray taproom for FREE WEDNESDAY NIGHT TRIVIA starting at 7pm
We have 26 taps with a variety of your favorite craft beer (brewed on-site) and Ciders
Tombstone pizzas $10~choose from multiple toppings
PRIZES for the top 3 teams

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