Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.

Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Join us for a live recording of Mad Liberation Talk Show and Podcast, an intimate evening celebrating queer voices, stories, and liberation. This is your chance to be part of the conversation as we gather in the sophisticated yet welcoming space of this beloved Andersonville institution—the perfect setting for authentic dialogue and community connection. Come ready to listen, share, and witness the power of queer storytelling in real time. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Sat, Sep 5
8 PM - 11 PM
Nobody's Darling, Chicago
Soul brings a night of soul, R&B and funk to Nobody's Darling in Andersonville, running 8pm to 11pm.

Wed, Sep 9
6 PM - 8 PM
Nobody's Darling, Chicago
Monthly networking mixer for LGBTQ business professionals at Nobody's Darling in Chicago. Connect with community leaders over cocktails every Wednesday.
Monthly
Fri, Sep 11
8 PM - 11 PM
Nobody's Darling, Chicago
DJ Rhated R takes over Feel Good Fridayz at Nobody's Darling in Andersonville, playing 8pm to 11pm.

Sun, Sep 13
4 PM - 9 PM
Nobody's Darling, Chicago
Boys Day Out at Nobody's Darling in Andersonville Chicago, a Sunday-afternoon social from 4pm.

Fri, Sep 18
8 PM - 11 PM
Nobody's Darling, Chicago
Latin Fusion with DJ Gloria at Nobody's Darling in Andersonville Chicago, a 3rd-Friday Latin dance night from 8pm.
Monthly
Sat, Sep 19
3 PM - 5 PM
Nobody's Darling, Chicago
The Closet Unlocked hosts "Building the Table" at Nobody's Darling in Andersonville, 3pm to 5pm.
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