Night life events: Lake Zurich hosts 2-day Craft Beer Fest

Lake Zurich's Craft Beer Fest

Lake Zurich pays homage to local brews with a Craft Beer Festival from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 12-13, in Henry J. Paulus Park. Admission includes unlimited, three-ounce samples of beer from more than 40 local and regional breweries, a commemorative logo tasting glass, food and live bands. Food purchases are in addition to ticket prices. Participating breweries include: Wild Onion, Summit, Side Lot, Door County, Half Day, New Belgium, Rogue, Founders and more. $50 admission the day-of. Designated driver tickets cost $10. Henry J. Paulus Park is 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. lakezurich.org/528/Craft-Beer-Festival.

Primo's jazz for dinner

Primo serves jazz for dinner every Monday. Plus, each meal that day comes with an opportunity for a side of $5 martinis. Catch upbeat Brazilian Jazz performed by Maracujaz from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, May 15. Primo Italian American Cuisine is at 720 Milwaukee Ave., Gurnee. (847) 336-3166 or primogurnee.com.

Lucky Monk's free tasting night

The Lucky Monk celebrates craft beer week with a free tasting night beginning at 6 p.m. Monday. Try beers from local breweries like Scorched Earth, Crystal Lake Brewing and the Onion Pub. No cover. The Lucky Monk is at 105 Hollywood Blvd., Barrington. (847) 898-0500 or theluckymonk.com.