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Saturday, August 8, 2026
Cell Block, Chicago
3702 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60613, United StatesLights Off And Dance — the strict no-photos leather-and-fetish party from the Organised Grime (CunTea) crew — returns to Cell Block for the Saturday of Market Days weekend. Dark, intense, and right on Halsted at the heart of the festival, expected 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Exact details for 2026 are on their way — follow Organised Grime for the lineup and ticket release.
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Tue, Jul 14
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Free salsa, bachata & cumbia dance lessons every Tuesday at Charlie's Chicago. All levels welcome. $4 drinks, Jell-O shots for charity.
Monthly
Tue, Jul 14
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Cell Block, Chicago
Every Tuesday at Cell Block, Chicago's leather bar — doors close at 7:30pm for an evening of uninhibited fun at the city's most unapologetic leather space.
Weekly
Tue, Jul 14
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Kit Kat Lounge, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday drag cabaret at Kit Kat Lounge featuring live performances, dinner, and cocktails. Glamorous entertainment in an intimate supper club setting.
Weekly
Tue, Jul 14
7 PM - 11 PM
Splash, Chicago
Weekly Bravo trivia, $8 martinis, and bottomless drinks with pizza at Splash. Watch Summer House, Vanderpump Rules, and WWHL every Tuesday.
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