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Monday, August 24, 2026
Get ready for Drag Bingo with a twist, hosted by Aurora and Bella in true Charlie's fashion! Test your luck and your sass as you play for free while sipping on specials like Apple Pie & Jell-O shots, $4 domestic beer pints, $5 pitchers, and $6 well drinks. It's the perfect blend of games, glamour, and good times—exactly what you'd expect from a night at this queer rodeo hotspot. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Mon, Aug 10
11 PM - 2 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Monday open stage talent showcase at Charlie's Chicago. Perform or watch for $50 prize, drink specials, and live entertainment.
Weekly
Tue, Aug 11
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Free salsa, bachata & cumbia dance lessons every Tuesday at Charlie's Chicago. All levels welcome. $4 drinks, Jell-O shots for charity.
Monthly
Tue, Aug 11
7 PM - 12 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Tuesday karaoke at Charlie's in Chicago with hosted chaos, song sabotage, and comedy. Hosted by Bella DeBalle and Sutton Fister.
Weekly
Tue, Aug 11
11:59 PM - 3:59 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Tuesday dance party at Charlie's featuring Reggaeton, R&B, Hip Hop, Bachata, and House. Hosted by Sapphire Feliciano and Persephone Brooklyn.
Weekly
Wed, Aug 12
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.
Weekly
Wed, Aug 12
11 PM - 4 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday gay male revue and go-go show at Charlie's Chicago. Hosted by Sapphire Feliciano with DJ Lightning. Country-queer nightlife and dancing.
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