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Friday, November 6, 2026
First Fridays are a Riot. DJ Catalyst takes over the backroom at 8pm with house, EDM, and darkwave — front bar opens at 1pm, complimentary coat and clothing check kicks in at 9pm. No cover.\n\nThis event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Wed, Oct 14
8 PM - 2 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
MonthlySat, Oct 17
9 PM - 3 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
Sun, Oct 18
3 PM - 2 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
Weekly gay leather and fetish gathering at Cell Block in Northalsted. Connect with Chicago's leather community every Sunday in a relaxed afternoon vibe.
MonthlyWed, Oct 21
8 PM - 2 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
MonthlySun, Oct 25
3 PM - 2 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
Weekly gay leather and fetish gathering at Cell Block in Northalsted. Connect with Chicago's leather community every Sunday in a relaxed afternoon vibe.
MonthlyTue, Oct 27
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.
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