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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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Wed, Jul 22
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Kit Kat Lounge, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday drag cabaret at Kit Kat Lounge featuring live performances, dinner, and cocktails. Glamorous entertainment in an intimate supper club setting.
Weekly
Wed, Jul 22
7 PM - 10 PM
Whiskey Girl Tavern, Chicago
Weekly queer country line-dancing night at Whiskey Girl Tavern, Edgewater, Chicago. Free, Wednesdays.

Wed, Jul 22
7 PM - 8:30 PM
Dorothy, Chicago
Intimate WLW songwriter showcase at Dorothy in Chicago — original songs and the personal stories behind each one, performed in a close-knit setting.

Wed, Jul 22
7 PM - 11 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday line dancing at Charlie's for Chicago's queer country community. Two-step, drink specials, and $1 Jack Daniel's support for SCCDA.
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