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Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Glam up your Wednesday nights with Let's Get Glam — a burlesque bingo experience hosted by the dazzling duo GlaMonster and Reggay Boots, with a rotating special guest star every week bringing extra sparkle, sass, and showmanship. Play for the JR GLAM and MAJOR GLAM cash jackpots that grow every week until someone strikes it big. Free to play, with drink specials all night: $4 Miller Lite drafts, $5 Stolis (all flavors), $5 Jager/Fireball/Malort shots, and $4 tall boys. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Thu, Oct 29
9 PM - 1 AM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Free weekly karaoke night every Thursday at Meeting House Tavern. No cover charge—sing, cheer on friends, and connect with the community in this welcoming gay bar.

Fri, Oct 30
9 PM - 2 AM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Weekly Friday house party with DJ and dancing at Meeting House Tavern. No cover charge. RSVP through Sickening Events.

Sat, Oct 31
9 PM - 2 AM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago

Sun, Nov 1
7 PM - 9 PM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Weekly Sunday poker night at Meeting House Tavern in Andersonville. No cover, laid-back vibe, community-focused. Perfect for locals and travelers.

Tue, Nov 3
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
JEOPARDY! Bar League Trivia at Meeting House Tavern in Andersonville, Chicago — the official bar-trivia experience from America's favorite quiz show, Tuesdays.

Thu, Nov 5
9 PM - 1 AM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Free weekly karaoke night every Thursday at Meeting House Tavern. No cover charge—sing, cheer on friends, and connect with the community in this welcoming gay bar.
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