Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Friday, August 7, 2026
Step into Y2K nostalgia with DJ XTasy spinning the hits on the first Friday of every month at Replay Lakeview. Whether you're vibing under the string lights on the garden patio or challenging friends to arcade classics inside, this monthly throwback night brings high-energy fun to Boystown's favorite queer-owned arcade bar. Grab a craft beer or whiskey, snap a photo booth pic, and dance it out in a space built by and for the LGBTQ+ community. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Tue, Aug 25
9 PM - 11:45 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Monthly
Wed, Aug 26
9 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly gay karaoke night in Boystown. Sign-ups at 9 PM, $6 drafts, $7 cocktails, half-off wine. Hosted by Niko at Replay.
MonthlyThu, Aug 27
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.
WeeklyThu, Aug 27
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 28
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
Sun, Aug 30
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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