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Friday, July 10, 2026
DJ Austin James spins Chemistry, Cell Block's 2nd-Friday dance party in the back bar — 8pm to close, no cover, free clothes check.
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Thu, Jul 23
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.
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Sat, Jul 25
9 PM - 11 PM
Cell Block, Chicago
Treasure Trail Chicago launches at Cell Block on July 25 with DJ Knocktopuss and host JP Hardy, a heavy-cruising dance party with stage dancers; doors 9pm, 21+.
Sun, Jul 26
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.
Weekly
Mon, Jul 27
8 PM - 2 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
Weekly gay leather and fetish night at Cell Block. Dancing, backroom bar, and judgment-free vibes every Monday in Chicago's intimate club space.
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