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Saturday, July 25, 2026
G.E.M. marks its fifth anniversary at Jackhammer Chicago with a Saturday afternoon gear and fetish gathering in Rogers Park, clothing check open.
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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.
WeeklyThu, Jul 23
6 PM - 10 PM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Weekly bear happy hour at Jackhammer during International Mr. Leather weekend. Connect with the bear community in one of Chicago's gay spaces.
Fri, Jul 24
9 PM - 4 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Fetish Friday: GEAR is a leather and gear night at Jackhammer in Chicago's Rogers Park, a Friday fetish party at the leather and bear bar.
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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