Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Six cartoonists read and perform their own work at Dorothy, turning comics off the page and into a live show. Doors at 6pm, readings start at 7pm, and the bar stays open until 11pm after the last reader. Tickets are $12 in advance, $17 at the door.
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Wed, Aug 12
6 PM - 10 PM
Dorothy, Chicago
Monthly Wednesday tarot readings with mediumship and spell work at Dorothy, Chicago's lesbian bar. Candlelit pop-up with cocktails and community.
MonthlyThu, Aug 13
7 PM - 8:30 PM
Dorothy, Chicago
Nervous Laughter is a monthly comedy night at Dorothy in Chicago, celebrating the nervous, delightfully weird corner of stand-up comedy.
Fri, Aug 14
10 PM - 2 AM
Dorothy, Chicago
Monthly queer karaoke night for women, trans folks, and allies. Sing, drink, and celebrate at Dorothy's 1970s lounge in Chicago.
MonthlySat, Aug 15
9 PM - 2 AM
Dorothy, Chicago
Dorothy Pop! Songs of the Summer is a pop dance party at Chicago's lesbian bar, with DJ sets, live performances and a late floor.
Sun, Aug 16
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Dorothy, Chicago
Masala Dykes is a South Asian centered sapphic meet-up at Dorothy in Chicago, a relaxed early-evening community night built for making connections.
Mon, Aug 17
7 PM - 9:30 PM
Dorothy, Chicago
Host Shelli Nicole screens John Tucker Must Die at Dorothy in Chicago, the August edition of the bar's third-Monday movie night, with prizes.
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