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Wednesday, November 25, 2026
Grab the mic and show off your pipes at Replay's weekly karaoke night hosted by Niko! Sign-ups kick off at 9 PM, so arrive early to claim your spot and settle in with a $6 Goose Island draft, $7 Absolut cocktail, or half-off wine bottle. It's the perfect low-key Wednesday vibe—sing your heart out, cheer on your friends, and soak up the fun, inclusive energy that makes this queer-owned space such a gem in Boystown. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Fri, Nov 13
10 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Monthly Friday house music night at Replay Lakeview in Boystown. High-energy DJ sets, dance floor, and garden patio. Gay nightlife in Chicago.

Sun, Nov 15
12 PM - 8 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly Sunday arcade and craft beer hangout in Boystown. Free-to-play games, garden patio, built by and for the queer community.

Tue, Nov 17
9 PM - 11:45 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago

Wed, Nov 18
9 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Monthly Wednesday karaoke night at Replay Lakeview in Boystown. Bilingual hits and Latin favorites. Sign-ups at 9 PM, craft beer, arcade bar.

Fri, Nov 20
10 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Monthly Friday DJ night in Boystown featuring Boy Alberto spinning disco and house. Dance, arcade games, craft cocktails. Gay nightlife in Chicago.

Sun, Nov 22
12 PM - 8 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly Sunday arcade and craft beer hangout in Boystown. Free-to-play games, garden patio, built by and for the queer community.
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