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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Get your boots ready for Second City Country Dance Association's weekly line dancing night! Learn new moves, perfect your two-step, and join the queer country community for an unforgettable evening of boot-scootin' fun. Enjoy drink specials including $5 domestic draft pitchers and $6 well cocktails, plus apple pie and Jell-O shots to keep the energy high all night long. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Mon, Sep 14
7 PM - 11 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Free drag-hosted bingo every Monday at Charlie's Chicago. Play for laughs and prizes with drink specials. Gay bar community night.
WeeklyMon, Sep 14
11 PM - 2 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Monday open stage at Charlie's Chicago. Live entertainment, $50 prize, drink specials. High-energy performances on the dance floor.
WeeklyTue, Sep 15
7 PM - 12 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Tuesday karaoke at Charlie's, Chicago's country-western gay bar. Hosted by Bella DeBalle and Sutton Fister with surprises and audience participation.
WeeklyTue, Sep 15
11:59 PM - 4 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Tuesday late-night dance party at Charlie's Chicago. Reggaeton, R&B, Hip Hop, Bachata, House from midnight. Monthly dance classes for all levels.
WeeklyWed, 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.
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