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Sunday, August 9, 2026
Rooftop TBA, Northalsted
Northalsted, Chicago, IL 60657, United StatesBOOTS brings its Market Days Weekend rooftop party back to Northalsted for an open-air daytime dance session in the heart of the festival, 4 to 10 p.m. Expect the BOOTS crew's signature high-energy crowd and rooftop views just steps from the action. The exact rooftop location and the full lineup are still under wraps — details are on their way. Follow @boots.party for the venue drop and ticket release.
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Sun, Aug 9
10 PM - 4 AM
Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago
Pups 'R Us closes Market Days weekend at Hydrate in Chicago with Ethan Cole and Ryan Gorey, 10pm to 4am.
Sun, Aug 9
10 PM - 4 AM
Smartbar, Chicago
Queen!, Chicago's queer Sunday house party at Smartbar beneath Metro, Wrigleyville.
Sun, Aug 9
10 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Mobeethicc closes Market Days weekend with the official Sunday Summer Bash after-party from 10pm at Replay Lakeview.
Sun, Aug 9
11 PM - 4 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Latin dance party at Charlie's Chicago hosted by Persephone Brooklyn LaRue and Luna LaCatrina. DJ X-tasy spins every Sunday night.
WeeklyMon, Aug 10
6 AM - 12 PM
Afterhours venue TBA, Chicago
Galaxia afterhours party closing Market Days weekend, early Monday Aug 10, Chicago.
Mon, Aug 10
5 PM - 2 AM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Monday night gay bar in Chicago with cold beer, friendly bartenders, and a dog-friendly patio. Laid-back neighborhood vibe for the queer community.
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