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Tuesday, June 30, 2026
An evening of uninhibited fun at Chicago's most unapologetic leather bar. Doors close at 7:30pm sharp.
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Tue, Jun 30
8 PM - 10 PM
Cell Block, Chicago
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Wed, Jul 1
8 PM - 10 PM
Cell Block, Chicago

Thu, Jul 2
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.
Weekly
Fri, Jul 3
8 PM - 3 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
Free dance party every Friday at Cell Block, Chicago's leather bar on Halsted. No cover, free coat check, DJ all night.
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Sun, Jul 5
3 PM - 5 PM
Cell Block, Chicago
Weekly Sunday gathering at Chicago's leather bar. Laid-back drinks and community vibes in a judgment-free space. Every Sunday at Cell Block.
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