Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Steppenwolf 1700 Theater, Chicago
1700 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, United StatesDream Devis, Chicago's trans-femme South Asian collective, return to Steppenwolf after last year's sold-out debut for an existentialist romp through time, history, mythology, and pop culture told in song, dance, and comedy. Led by drag artist Abhijeet and stylist-historian Saleha Salam, the show channels the feminine archetypes of Bollywood cinema through a camp, queer lens on the big questions of life and death. Part of the LookOut series in the intimate 1700 Theater.
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Wed, Oct 21
6 PM - 10 PM
Kit Kat Lounge, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday drag cabaret at Kit Kat Lounge. Tableside performances, upscale cuisine, and cocktails. Perfect for celebrations and special occasions.
Monthly
Wed, Oct 21
6 PM - 9 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Undercover Wrestler meets at Sidetrack every third Wednesday 6-9pm — a free social for wrestlers and fans with gear encouraged and clothes check.
MonthlyWed, Oct 21
7 PM - 9 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Monthly
Wed, Oct 21
7 PM - 11 PM
Dorothy, Chicago
Wed, Oct 21
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.
Monthly
Wed, Oct 21
7 PM - 9 PM
Nobody's Darling, Chicago
Live podcast recording celebrating queer voices and stories at Nobody's Darling in Andersonville. Join the conversation every Wednesday.
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