Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Wednesday, August 19, 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, Aug 13
9 PM - 1 AM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Weekly Thursday karaoke at Meeting House Tavern in Chicago. Judgment-free stage, supportive crowd, drinks, and community vibes. Come solo or with friends.
Weekly
Fri, Aug 14
9 PM - 2 AM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Gay dance party every Friday at Meeting House Tavern in Chicago. DJ beats, cocktails, and queer community vibes until 2am. Inclusive nightlife in a.
Weekly
Sat, Aug 15
2 PM - 5 PM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Monthly Saturday Pokémon raids, trades, and gaming for LGBTQ+ trainers and allies. Laid-back atmosphere, affordable drinks, all skill levels welcome.
Monthly
Sat, Aug 15
9 PM - 1 AM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
POP'D! Girl Groups takes over Meeting House Tavern Aug 15 — a free ODDYSEE dance party spinning girl-group pop hits from 9pm.
Sun, Aug 16
7 PM - 9 PM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Weekly Sunday poker night at Meeting House Tavern in Chicago, 7-9pm.
Monthly
Tue, Aug 18
7:30 PM - 10 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.
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