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Saturday, August 29, 2026
The Chicago Pit Party lands at Cell Block, the kinky side of Northalsted, with an on-site pit sommelier and a room built around sweat, jocks, socks, boots and sneakers. Doors at 8pm; the backbar is where it happens. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Tue, Jul 28
6:30 PM - 9 PM
Cell Block, Chicago
Every Tuesday at Cell Block, Chicago's leather bar — doors close at 7:30pm for an evening of uninhibited fun at the city's most unapologetic leather space.
MonthlyTue, Jul 28
8 PM - 10 PM
Cell Block, Chicago
Weekly backroom disco at Cell Block in Chicago — DJ Zack curates the beats every Tuesday night for a late-night dance party at the city's leather bar.
Weekly
Thu, Jul 30
8 PM - 2 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
Weekly drink specials at Cell Block, Chicago's leather and fetish bar. Front bar open to all, back bar at 8pm for the leather community. Check dress code.
WeeklySat, Aug 1
8 PM - 10 PM
Cell Block, Chicago
Animal House is a wild, animal-themed dance party at Cell Block in Boystown, hosted by JP Lucas with heavy beats, cruising and late-night play.
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