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Wednesday, August 12, 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 6
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 7
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
Fri, Aug 7
9 PM - 2 AM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
BEEFBOX Chicago Market Days 2026 at Meeting House Tavern in Andersonville, Chicago on Fri Aug 7. A special one-night party during Market Days weekend.

Sat, Aug 8
2 PM - 5 PM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Monthly Magic: The Gathering EDH game night with craft cocktails at Meeting House Tavern. $5 margaritas, happy hour 2-5pm, raffles, no cover. LGBTQ+ community.
Monthly
Sun, Aug 9
7 PM - 9 PM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Weekly Sunday poker night at Meeting House Tavern for queer players and allies. Casual games, affordable drinks, and a welcoming community vibe.
Weekly
Tue, Aug 11
7:30 PM - 11 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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