Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Sunday, August 9, 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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Thu, Aug 6
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Sidetrack's Men's Room Glow Party lights up Boystown with a night of dancing, glow and go-go energy at Chicago's iconic video bar.
Thu, Aug 6
9 PM - 4 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Genesis is a Thursday night party at Jackhammer in Chicago's Rogers Park, kicking off Market Days weekend at the leather and bear bar.
Thu, Aug 6
9 PM - 1 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly gay dance night at Replay Lakeview with DJ MoBeethicc, $5 cocktails, and an inclusive vibe. Every Thursday in Chicago's Lakeview.
WeeklyThu, Aug 6
9 PM - 4 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Pheromone: Market Days is a Thursday dance party at Jackhammer in Chicago's Rogers Park, a Market Days weekend edition at the leather and bear bar.
Thu, Aug 6
9 PM - 4 AM
Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago
Club Flamingo is Hydrate Nightclub's weekly Thursday 80's & 90's alternative night in Chicago's Boystown, with drag, DJs and dancing until 4am.
Weekly
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.
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