Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Guild Row, Chicago
3130 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618, United StatesAn all-vinyl queer day party for the 30-and-up crowd at Guild Row in Avondale. Soul, disco, and deep cuts spun on wax, daytime hours, no-attitude dance floor.
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Tue, Sep 15
6 PM - 10 PM
Kit Kat Lounge, Chicago
Weekly Tuesday drag cabaret at Kit Kat Lounge in Chicago. Tableside performances by Kit Kat Divas, upscale dining, and cocktails in Northalsted.
Weekly
Tue, Sep 15
7 PM - 12 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Tuesday karaoke at Charlie's, Chicago's country-western gay bar. Hosted by Bella DeBalle and Sutton Fister with surprises and audience participation.
Weekly
Tue, Sep 15
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
2Bears Tavern Uptown, Chicago
Weekly Tuesday poker night at 2Bears Tavern Uptown. No cover, laid-back vibe. Test your skills against fellow players in a friendly, unpretentious gay bar.
Weekly
Tue, Sep 15
8 PM - 10 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly trivia hosted by Stew at Sidetrack gay bar. No cover, pop videos until 2am, seven connected rooms. Laid-back weeknight vibe.
Weekly
Tue, Sep 15
9 PM - 11:45 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
MonthlyTue, Sep 15
11:59 PM - 4 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Tuesday late-night dance party at Charlie's Chicago. Reggaeton, R&B, Hip Hop, Bachata, House from midnight. Monthly dance classes for all levels.
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