Looks like we’re mostly centered on trivia, as some places are getting yearlong schedules for weekly trivia. And things are calming down ahead of the Super Bowl and Valentine’s events.

Monday, January 31

3:00 – 7:00 pm • Country Grill Chicken Truck
Evil Horse Brewing Co., 1338 Main St., Crete, IL (708) 304-2907 Map
Country Grill Chicagoland is a food truck company offering rotisserie chicken and ribs fresh from the spit, homemade salads and pretzels.

3:00 – 9:00 pm • Pilsner Night
Dovetail Brewery, 1800 W. Belle Plaine Ave., Chicago 773-683-1414 Map
A night of Czech-style beer service.
• Only serving our house pale or dark Czech-style lagers.
• Enjoy goulash from Beard & Belly.
Na zdraví!

5:00 – 8:00 pm • Wandering Cafe Pop-up
Temperance Beer Co., 2000 Dempster St., Evanston, IL (847) 864-1000 Map
Wandering Cafe will be serving up delicious food every Monday in our Tap Room!

5:00 – 10:00 pm • Pints & Pies at Max & Leo’s
Max & Leo’s at Kings Dining & Entertainment, 1500 N. Clybourn Ave., Chicago (312) 973-4920 Map
Name a better duo…we’ll wait!
Max & Leo’s at KINGS Lincoln Park has teamed up with local breweries every month to bring you Pints & Pies! Visit Max & Leo’s Monday through Wednesday to indulge in one artisan pizza and 2 craft beers for only $25!
Revolution Brewing Featuring:
Anti Hero • A Little Crazy • DDH Stratasphero while it lasts
Deep Woods Rotation starting with Blackberry Fin while it lasts

7:00 – 10:00 pm • Weekly Trivia @ Pilot Project
Pilot Project Brewing, 2140 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago (773) 270-5995 Map
Join us in the Pilot Project Heated Tent for free pub trivia every Monday!
Beer Special: Every player will receive one free 4oz taster of beer, booch or cider.
Reservations Available on Tock

8:30 – 11:00 pm • Tuesday Night Trivia
Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant, 5157 Main St., Downers Grove, IL 630-969-0600  Map
Come down to the Pub for live and uncensored trivia. Completely random questions. It’s free to play and prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. sign up begins at 8:30pm. Bring your smart friends!

Tuesday, February 1

Lake County Libation Trail Month/Check In Challenge
Lake County, Illinois is home to many well-known, creative producers of craft beer, local wines and distilled spirits. We promote and support these partners on the “Libation Trail” all year long, and we especially dedicate the month of February to encourage residents and visitors to discover new destinations and flavors throughout the county. Follow the Libation Trail for great tastes and fun times. Cheers!
Guests who “Check-In” at 5 or more locations between Feb. 1-28 will be eligible for a drawing, where 50 people will win a new Libation Trail Roster Shirt. The long-sleeved 100% cotton shirt lists all the LT partner locations to visit this year. Once 50 names are drawn after March 1, winners who respond to email notification with their name and mailing address within seven days will be awarded a shirt to wear proudly.
1. SCAN the QR code, TEXT “CHEERS” to 224.706.1133 or visit Experience.VisitLakeCounty.org. (also where you can find participating locations).
2. Sign up for the Libation Trail Passport and opt-in for location services and prompts.
3. CHECK-IN at five or more participating locations between Feb. 1-28 to be entered to WIN.
4. 50 eligible entrants will win the new Libation Trail Roster Shirt, a sought-after souvenir for adventurous libation connoisseurs.

6:30 pm • Tuesday Trivia: General Knowledge
One Allegiance Brewing, 10215 S. Harlem Ave., Chicago Ridge, IL (708) 529-7067 Map
Join us on Tuesdays for a night of trivia dedicated to various popular TV shows, movies, and themes! First Tuesday of every month is general knowledge trivia.
Each game is free to play!
First place winner will receive a $30 OAB Gift Card and other prizes include a beer to go. There is no entry fee to play trivia.
Trivia starts at 7pm but come in to register at 6:30pm so you and your team can grab a couple drinks before the games start!
See you soon for some fun, games and prizes!

6:30 – 8:30 pm • Seinfeld Trivia Night
Chuck’s Café, 8025 S. Cass Ave., Darien, IL 331-431-4000 Map
You know the characters, you know the episodes! So gather some friends up for Seinfeld Trivia Night!
Reservations highly suggested: 331-431-4000!
Prizes awarded to the Top 3 teams plus great drink specials including:
$2 Domestics | $2 PBR Drafts | $8 Flights
$3 Imports | $4 Well Spirit One & One’s

7:00 – 9:30 pm • Trivia Night in Skokie
Sketchbook Brewing Co. – Skokie, 4901 Main St., Skokie, IL (847) 588-0652 Map
Trivia courtesy of Pub Trivia USA. No cards, teams will play on their phone apps. Prizes for the winning teams: $35 for 1st place, $25 for 2nd, $15 for 3rd. Pop up Latin American cuisine from Libertad from 5:30-8:30p!

7:00 pm • Brewery Bingo
The Open Bottle Lockport, 16437 159th St., Lockport, IL (815) 293-6350 Map
Brewery Bingo is back! Over the next 5 months, we’re partnering with a new brewery every Thursday at 7pm for our monthly Brewery Bingo! No more sneaking into bingo halls for you!
Every week, we’ll have a draft beer on special and prizes from a variety of local breweries.
Here’s who’s up:
February – Half Acre Beer Co.
March – Old Irving Brewing Co.
April – Goose Island Beer Co.
May – Mikerphone Brewing
It’s Bingo with breweries you love & fantastic prizes for you to win!
HOW TO PLAY:
Imagine a Bingo card. Now replace the B-I-N-G-O with five breweries and the numbers replaced with their most popular beers. We’ll spin our bingo balls ’round and ’round until a random ball decides to set itself free. We call out a beer, you look at your bingo card, and then place a bottle cap on your card if you’re lucky. Get 5 in a row and win a prize! In between rounds, there will be penny pours, good music and even better times. Must be 21+ to play.

7:00 – 10:00 pm • Bar Bingo
Crafted 1979, 19200 LaGrange Rd., Ste. E, Mokena, IL 708-860-2826 Map
Bar Bingo with a brewery sponsors each night! There will be specialty tappings and prizes all night long. The sponsor rotates regularly with the usual bingo fun.

7:00 – 9:00 pm • Trivia Night at Alter Brewing Downers Grove
Alter Brewing Co., 2300 Wisconsin Ave. #213, Downers Grove, IL 630-541-9558 Map
Come out for our General Knowledge trivia night and join your host as they quiz your teams through two full hours of general knowledge trivia, including awesome themed bonus rounds and music rounds!
While we’re testing your wit, Alter Brewing Company will be keeping you fueled up with craft brews all night, PLUS the top teams will win bragging rights and prizes, so bring your friends, family, and even your enemies (if they’re good at trivia) to increase your chances of winning. Feel free to order in delivery from one of the awesome local restaurants (we highly recommend Dan’s Pizza!) to enjoy during the event, as well.
Due to limited capacity, reservations will be taken for indoor tables the time being – simply email [email protected] to reserve a table for your team.
Please follow ALL Covid-19 guidelines and restrictions put in place by the venue, and here are a few extra tips:
1) Please bring your own pen/pencil. Our host will have pencils just in case, but it would be best to use your own for everyone’s safety & comfort.
2) The questions will be read by your host over our PA system, but may not be displayed on a screen if one is not easily available.
3) Any and all rules/restrictions are subject to change.

7:00 – 10:00 pm • Weekly Movie Night
Pilot Project Brewing, 2140 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago (773) 270-5995 Map
Where // Pilot Project Heated Tent
Movie Selection:
2/1: ANCHORMAN
2/8: CHEF hosted by Brewer’s Kitchen ($2 off BK beer)
2/15: LEGALLY BLONDE hosted by ROVM Hard Kombucha ($2 off ROVM booch)
2/22: CB4 hosted by Funkytown ($2 off FT beer)
Food Special, House popcorn mix
Reservations available on Tock

Wednesday, February 2

5:00 – 7:00 pm • Art History Brewing – Special Mixer
Art History Brewing, 649 W. State St., Geneva, IL 630-345-6274 Map
Out n About Kane County invites you to a Special Mixer at Art History Brewing in Geneva. Come Relax and Unwind with Beer Specials and Tombola’s. Click GOING and we will have a nice cold one waiting for you.

6:00 – 9:00 pm • Groundhog, Woodchuck, What’s the Difference?: A Cider & Cheese Pairing
Plank Road Tap Room, 39W149 Plank Rd., Elgin, IL 224-238-3527 Map
We thought it was appropriate to celebrate Groundhogs Day with our friends at Woodchuck Cider. Let’s all kick back, chill and enjoy a cider and cheese pairing!
On Wednesday, February 2nd, one of our most popular ticketed events is back…it’s time to pair cider and cheese!
We will be pairing four exquisite cheeses, thoughtfully paired with four delicious ciders from Woodchuck Cider in Vermont.
The Cheese & Cider:
1. Entremont Brie (cow’s milk), Served with Pearsecco
2. Raw Milk Manchego (sheep’s milk, Spain), Served with Sangria
3. Colliers Cheddar (cow’s milk, Wales), Served with Amber
4. Gorgonzola Dolce DOP (cow’s milk, Italy), Served with Barrel Select 
We’ll start the evening with a reception from 6pm-7pm so that you can relax after work and settle in. Pairing will begin around 7pm. We will guide you through each pairing and why they were selected.
Tickets are $29.99 per person and include a flight of ciders paired with four cheeses from around the globe.

6:00 – 8:15 pm • Door Hanger Painting Party
Hopvine Brewing Co., 4030 Fox Valley Center Dr., Aurora, IL 630‑229‑6030 Map
Something new from Studio ONE Painting Parties! Create your own Welcome Door Hanger. Neutral colored bows and floral stems, pick your own colors. Shown in Navy blue and white with elegant gold paint. 15″ round. OR Paint a St Paddy’s Day Gnome! All supplies and complete instruction included. Come a bit early to order food and drinks and make a night of it!
Make reservations here.

7:00 pm • HQ Beercade Trivia Night
Headquarters Beercade River North, 213 W. Institute Place, Chicago 773-665-5660 Map
Introducing our next trivia night… BREAKING BAD! See how well you know Walter White and you have the chance to win a $250 PRIZE PLUS your tab covered up to 6 people!!
We look forward to seeing you all on Wednesday, Feb. 2nd at 7pm!
Tickets are free but you must reserve your spots at the linktree in our Facebook bio.
Don’t forget tonight is INDUSTRY NIGHT! 50% off all tabs for our industry friends

7:00 – 9:00 pm • Stump Trivia Quiz
Ten Ninety Brewing Co., 1025 Waukegan Rd., Glenview, IL 224-432-5472 Map
IN-PERSON trivia is back at Ten Ninety Brewing Company! Wednesday nights have never been better! Join us for two free, fun, rounds of trivia beginning at 7pm & 8pm.
We will be using our new digital scoring system. Each team will designate one person to submit answers on your team’s behalf. No need to write anything down by hand, no need to stand up, and no need to turn in a paper answer slip!
Remember – venue capacity may be limited, so please call ahead to RSVP!
More info: here.

7:00 – 9:00 pm • Music Bingo
Pints Elmhurst, 112 S. York St., Elmhurst, IL 630-833-4303 Map
Music BiNgO is coming to Pints every Wednesday beginning February 2nd! Free to play with the purchase of food and beverage. Join us for themed nights with prizes and giveaways. Wednesday Specials include $8 House Wines + $13 Southwest Chicken Salads.

7:00 pm • Will Ferrell Movie Trivia
The Brass Tap, 14225 95th Ave. Ste. 400, Orland Park, IL 708-226-1827 Map
Do you love Will Ferrell as much as we do? Then come on out for Will Ferrell Movie Trivia. It’s free to play and prizes are awarded to the top teams ! Call now to reserve your table !

7:00 pm • Trivia!
Rock Island Public House, 13328 S. Olde Western Ave., Blue Island, IL 708-388-5513 Map
We will have an all-subjects trivia game with questions covering a wide range of subjects. Possible categories include history, geography, current events, television, fashion, science, and much more. FREE TO PLAY!
We will have prizes for the top three teams. Get your team together for some trivia fun!

7:30 pm • Star Wars Trivia w/ Empirical Brewery
Navigator Taproom, 2211 N. Milwaukee Ave., Ste. 100, Chicago (773) 687-9135 Map
Whaddayaknow? hosts the best trivia in Chicago, while Empirical Brewery pours the best beers in the city as well.
Beskaar Dark Lager & the Mangolorian IPA are both on tap for this cosmic event!
“May the force be with you” while you try to answer the hardest questions in the galaxy (i.e. who shot first, Han or Greedo?)
*don’t worry! For you non-star wars nerds, not all questions will be Star Wars related. so don’t feel like you have to binge 48 hrs of Lucas cinema to kick some Womp Rat!

Thursday, February 3

3:00 – 9:00 pm • Nashville Hot Chicken Thursday!
Wildrose Brewing Co., 1104 E. Main St., Griffith, IN (219) 595-5054 Map
It’s Thursday…..you know what that means.
Due to popular demand we’re serving up Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches every Thursday. Topped with Chef Mike’s homemade slaw and pickles and paired with a side of fries for just $10!
We are now also offering up a less spicy version for those who can’t handle all the heat. Both the spicy and less spicy will be available only while supplies last. These have been extremely popular the last few weeks so you don”t wanna miss out!

6:00 – 8:00 pm • Rhythm n’ Brews Music Bingo
On Tour Brewing Co., 1725 W. Hubbard St., Chicago 312-796-3119 Map
MUSIC BINGO NIGHT, ANYONE?
Test your music knowledge at our first ever “Rhythm n’ Brews” music bingo night Thursdays through February from 6 – 8 PM! From behind-the-scenes tour tickets to 4-packs of our delicious beers, there are a ton of prizes to be won. Grab a bingo-loving buddy, a beer and escape the cold weather for a guaranteed fun night.
HOW TO PLAY:
No sign-up necessary. If you’re itching to play, let a bartender know when you arrive and they’ll give you a bingo sheet. Rhythm n’ Brews Music Bingo is on a come-and-go basis but the longer you stay, the better the chance you have of winning!

6:00 pm • Cruz Blanca Tap Takeover
Roots Handmade Pizza, Chicago locations.  Map
Find Cruz Blanca at Roots Pizza every Thursday @ 6PM for the month of February for a tap takeover!
ON TAP:
Palm Shade Tropical Hazy IPA
El Train Chicago IPA
Vamos Vienna Lager Especial
Rey Gordo Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout
Scheduled locations:
Feb 3: Lincoln Square, 2200 W. Lincoln Ave.
Feb 10: South Loop, 744 S Dearborn
Feb 17: Second City, 1610 N. Wells
Feb 24: West Town, 1924 W Chicago Ave.

6:00 – 8:00 pm • Dry City Trivia
Dry City Brew Works, 120B N. Main St., Wheaton, IL (630) 456-4787 Map
Trivia at Dry City! Themed trivia every Thursday!

6:00 – 9:00 pm • Take Flight Thursdays
Riverlands Brewing Co., 1860 Dean St. Unit A, St. Charles, IL (630) 549-6293 Map
Thursdays seem lame until you realize they’re really FRIDAY EVE. To celebrate come sample some of St. Charles’ hometown beers and SAVE.
Every Thursday*, from 6pm to close, we’ll take $2.00 off flights of four 5oz pours. This is the PERFECT date night opportunity, or a chance to just try out some of our 16 taps all at once.
We also have a rotating calendar of pub games each Thursday, including our monthly trivia nights, shuffleboard tournies, and (weather permitting) patio disc golf putting. Check our weekly events for more details.
*Excludes holidays or other special events

6:00 pm • February Steak Night
DeJa Brew Bar & Grill, 5219 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn, IL 708-423-0484 Map
The first Thursday of each month we are grilling you prime steaks with sides to compliment!
Wine & craft beer pairings available.

7:00 – 9:00 pm • Yellowstone trivia
Arrowhead Ales Brewing Co., 2101 Calistoga Dr., New Lenox, IL 815-717-6068 Map
Have a crush on Jimmy like the other young ladies? Is Beth your hero? Hope for love like Kayce and Monica? Yellowstone is such a huge hit we could not resist hosting a trivia night all about this series!
You can play solo or round up a team of fans and compete to win!
Top teams win prizes.

7:00 – 9:00 pm • Holzlager Trivia
Holzlager Brewing Co., 150 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock, IL (815) 308-5901 Map
Come test your knowledge with our weekly Holzlager Trivia Nights! Our Trivial Pursuit-inspired game focuses on 5 topics: Entertainment, History & Geography, Science & Nature, Art & Literature and Sports & Leisure. Stay tuned for our monthly special-themed trivia nights!

7:00 pm • 80s Music Bingo
The Brass Tap, 14225 95th Ave. Ste. 400, Orland Park, IL 708-226-1827 Map
Music Bingo hosted by DJ Rick! It’s Name That Tune meets Classic Bingo (yes you can use your phones) Fun! Prizes!
Support your decade!

7:30 – 8:30 pm • Virtual Craft Beer Tasting Series-February
River Forest Park District, 401 Thatcher Ave., River Forest, IL 708-366-6660 Map
Back by popular demand, the River Forest Park District’s 2nd Virtual Craft Beer Tasting will be on Thursday, February 3rd, from 7:30-8:30pm. This tasting featurs Two Hound Red Brewing Co. and Miskatonic Brewing Company. Join us via Zoom to be part of the discussion with the Brewmasters on the beers they make, their brewery operations, and answer your questions while sampling their beer. Each registration includes a 4-pack of craft beer which will be available for pickup Tuesday-Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm, prior to the virtual beer tasting date. Pickup will be at the Depot, 401 Thatcher Ave.
The Zoom link will be sent to your email address the Wednesday before the event.Registration here is $20. Last day for internet registrations is January 31.

7:30 – 9:00 pm • Thursty Thursday Elephino Trivia
Side Lot Brewery, 110 Slocum Lake Rd., Wauconda, IL 847-714-2584 Map
Join M.C. Hill & Elephino Trivia every Thursday night at Side Lot Brewery for Team Trivia. Free to play & fabulous prizes to win.