← Part of Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade
Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Saturday, October 31, 2026
BRÜT — the touring underground gay circuit party (founded in NYC in 2013 by DJ Dan Darlington) — brings its Halloween edition to Chicago. Expect a big-room dance floor and a come-as-you-are, libertine crowd. Venue and set times firm up closer to the date; check brutparty.com for tickets.
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Fri, Aug 21
4 PM - 9 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Friday show tunes party at Sidetrack Chicago. Video dance party, frozen cocktails, drag race viewing, and dancing. Start your weekend with the gay community.
Weekly
Fri, Aug 21
6 PM - 10 PM
Kit Kat Lounge, Chicago
Weekly Friday drag dinner show at Kit Kat Lounge with rotating themed performances, cocktails, and fine dining. Glamorous LGBTQ+ nightlife in Chicago.
Fri, Aug 21
6:30 PM - 9 PM
Montrose Beach, Chicago
LGBTQ+ beach volleyball league Friday evenings at Montrose Beach, Chicago, through Aug 21.
Fri, Aug 21
7 PM - 10 PM
2Bears Tavern Uptown, Chicago
Weekly drag trivia game show hosted by Tia Pet at 2Bears Tavern Uptown. Compete for prizes, enjoy performances, and connect with the queer community every Friday.
Weekly
Fri, Aug 21
7 PM - 11 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly B2B DJ night every Friday at Charlie's, Chicago's queer country bar. Guest DJs spin live—dance, connect, and celebrate with the community.
WeeklyFri, Aug 21
7:30 PM - 9 PM
Steppenwolf 1700 Theater, Chicago
One-trans-woman dark comedy CRACKS at Steppenwolf's LookOut 1700 Theater, Chicago, Aug 21.
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