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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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Thu, Jul 23
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, Jul 23
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, Jul 24
10 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
House Frequency brings DJ KIDRIOT's electrifying house sets to Replay Lakeview's queer arcade bar. Dance, community, and good vibes every fourth Friday.
Monthly
Sat, Jul 25
10 PM - 12 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Replay Lakeview throws a tropical Mario Kart night in Boystown with a bracket tournament, guest hosts, DJ JDN and beachy giveaways.
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