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Monday, August 10, 2026
Afterhours venue TBA, Chicago
Northalsted area, Chicago, IL, United StatesGalaxia closes out Market Days weekend with its annual afterhours party, the 2026 edition themed Temple, in the early hours of Monday morning. Check Galaxia's channels for the 2026 venue and set times.
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Mon, Aug 24
5 PM - 2 AM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Monday night gay bar in Chicago with cold beer, friendly bartenders, and a dog-friendly patio. Laid-back neighborhood vibe for the queer community.
Weekly
Mon, Aug 24
7 PM - 9 PM
Lemon, Chicago
Chicago Social Butterflies queer speed dating series at rotating Chicago venues.
Mon, Aug 24
7 PM - 8:30 PM
Dorothy, Chicago
Brooklyn's Your Friend Rachel and Chicago's The God Awful Small Affairs play an LGBTQ+ centered live music night at Dorothy.
Mon, Aug 24
7 PM - 9 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly Mario Kart tournament at queer-owned Replay Lakeview in Boystown. Compete for $50, play arcade, enjoy happy hour specials. Sign-ups at 7 PM.
Weekly
Mon, Aug 24
7 PM - 11 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Free drag bingo every Monday at Charlie's Chicago with hosts Aurora and Bella. Drink specials, 21+. Gay nightlife in Chicago.
Weekly
Mon, Aug 24
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
2Bears Tavern Uptown, Chicago
2Bears Tavern Uptown's free feud-style game night every Monday at 7:30pm, hosted by Pup Figaro — teams compete on LGBTQ+ poll questions for prizes.
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