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Friday, July 10, 2026
Thalia Hall, Chicago
1807 S Allport St, Chicago, IL 60608, United StatesBisexual comedian Gianmarco Soresi brings his Drama King Tour to Pilsen's Thalia Hall for four shows across two nights — 7pm and 9:30pm sets on both Thursday and Friday. Known for sharp crowd work and confessional, theatrical storytelling, it's stand-up in one of the city's most beautiful rooms.
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Fri, Jul 10
3 PM - 7 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Friday show tunes party at Sidetrack Chicago. Video dance party, frozen cocktails, drag race viewing, and dancing. Start your weekend with the gay community.
Weekly
Fri, Jul 10
3:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Harold Washington Park, Chicago
Community Pride gathering at Harold Washington Park, Hyde Park, Chicago — July 10.

Fri, Jul 10
6 PM - 5 PM
Northalsted
Your guide to Chicago Fetish Weekend 2026 (July 10-12) — the Midwest Rubber & Leather Contest, the Service Station and BUNKER parties, the best leather bars, and where to stay.

Fri, Jul 10
6 PM - 8 PM
Goblin Market, Chicago
Queer nerd meetup at Goblin Market, Lakeview's LGBTQ+ manga & games shop, Chicago.
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