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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Get ready to boot-scoot with the Second City Country Dance Association at this weekly line dancing night! Learn new moves, master classic two-steps, and join the queer country dance community on the floor. Enjoy drink specials including $5 domestic draft pitchers and $6 well cocktails, plus a dollar from every Jack Daniel's cocktail goes straight to supporting SCCDA—so you're dancing for a cause while having a blast. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Wed, Sep 16
7 PM - 11 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday line dancing at Chicago's country-western gay bar. All levels welcome. $5 drafts, $6 wells, $1 from Jack Daniel's supports SCCDA.
WeeklyWed, Sep 16
11 PM - 4 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday male revue and go-go show at Charlie's gay bar in Chicago. High-energy performances hosted by Sapphire Feliciano with DJ Lightning LBW.
WeeklyThu, Sep 17
9 PM - 11 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Monthly Paint & Sip every Thursday at Charlie's gay bar in Chicago. Free art supplies, $4 drinks, hosted by Kimberly Summer. Low-key creative night out.
MonthlyFri, Sep 18
7 PM - 11 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Open Decks B2B every Friday at Charlie's Chicago. Two guest DJs and Reggay Boots host high-energy dancing with country-western charm. Gay bar nightlife.
WeeklyFri, Sep 18
10 PM - 4 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Friday night dance party at Charlie's in Chicago. New themed galaxy each month with high-energy performances by House Queens.
WeeklyFri, Sep 18
11 PM - 4 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Monthly blackout dance party at Charlie's Chicago. DJs Persephone Brooklyn, Pixel & Foster spin high-energy club vibes every Friday.
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