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Sunday, August 2, 2026
Step into a high-energy celebration of queer club culture at Babylon, a monthly throwback dance party that revives the sound and spirit of turn-of-the-millennium gay nightlife. This is your night for uninhibited expression, community connection, and dancing to the beats that defined an era—happening the first Sunday of every month in the heart of Rogers Park. Come ready to move, celebrate, and connect with your people in a space that honors queer dance history while keeping the party very much alive. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Sat, Jul 18
9 PM - 11 PM
Jackhammer, Chicago
The Kennel: Neon is a special-edition pup and gear night at Jackhammer in Chicago's Rogers Park, a one-night Saturday party at the leather bar.
Sun, Jul 19
6 PM - 2 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Funkstick is a Sunday night dance event at Jackhammer in Chicago's Rogers Park, part of the leather and bear bar's weekend programming.
Wed, Jul 22
9 PM - 1 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday karaoke at Jackhammer in Rogers Park. High-energy performances, $4 well drinks, and a bold queer community. Hosted by Tim Bell.
Weekly
Fri, Jul 24
9 PM - 1 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Monthly leather and kink night in Chicago. Raw, uninhibited dance floor and welcoming queer community. Every Friday at Jackhammer.
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