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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Grab the mic and show off your pipes at Replay's weekly karaoke night hosted by Niko! Sign-ups kick off at 9 PM, so arrive early to claim your spot and settle in with a $6 Goose Island draft, $7 Absolut cocktail, or half-off wine bottle. It's the perfect low-key Wednesday vibe—sing your heart out, cheer on your friends, and soak up the fun, inclusive energy that makes this queer-owned space such a gem in Boystown. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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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
Tue, Aug 11
9 PM - 11:45 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly Super Smash Bros tournament at Replay Lakeview every Tuesday. Sign-ups 8 PM, tournament 9 PM. Win $50 gift card or Nintendo Switch 2.
Weekly
Thu, Aug 13
7 PM - 9 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Thirsty Thursday Trivia at Replay Lakeview, Chicago: weekly Thursday trivia at 7pm with cash prizes in the Halsted Street bar-arcade.
Weekly
Thu, Aug 13
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.
Weekly
Fri, Aug 14
10 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Monthly Friday house music night at Replay Lakeview in Boystown. High-energy DJ sets, dance floor, and garden patio. Gay nightlife in Chicago.
Monthly
Sun, Aug 16
12 PM - 8 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly Sunday afternoon at queer-owned Replay Lakeview. Arcade games, craft beers, garden patio. Gay bar in Boystown.
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