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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Mon, Aug 10
6 AM - 12 PM
Afterhours venue TBA, Chicago
Galaxia afterhours party closing Market Days weekend, early Monday Aug 10, Chicago.

Mon, Aug 10
5 PM - 2 AM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Monday night gay bar in Chicago with cold beer, friendly bartenders, and a dog-friendly patio. Laid-back neighborhood vibe for the queer community.
Weekly
Mon, Aug 10
7 PM - 11 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Free drag bingo every Monday at Charlie's Chicago with hosts Aurora and Bella. Drink specials, 21+. Gay nightlife in Chicago.
Weekly
Mon, Aug 10
7 PM - 9 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly Mario Kart tournament at queer-owned Replay Lakeview in Boystown. Compete for $50, play arcade, enjoy happy hour specials. Sign-ups at 7 PM.
Weekly
Mon, Aug 10
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
2Bears Tavern Uptown, Chicago
2Bears Tavern Uptown's free feud-style game night every Monday at 7:30pm, hosted by Pup Figaro — teams compete on LGBTQ+ poll questions for prizes.
Weekly
Mon, Aug 10
8 PM - 2 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
Weekly gay leather and fetish night at Cell Block. Dancing, backroom bar, and judgment-free vibes every Monday in Chicago's intimate club space.
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