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Thursday, September 17, 2026
Join the weekly Thursday night celebration at this queer-owned arcade bar in the heart of Boystown. Dance and socialize with the vibrant LGBTQ+ community while enjoying free-to-play vintage arcade games, craft beers, and the welcoming atmosphere that makes Replay Lakeview a safe space for everyone. Whether you're catching up with friends inside or hanging out on the garden patio under the string lights, it's the perfect low-key night out. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Fri, Sep 11
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, Sep 13
12 PM - 8 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly Sunday arcade and craft beer hangout in Boystown. Free-to-play games, garden patio, built by and for the queer community.
Weekly
Mon, Sep 14
7 PM - 9 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly Mario Kart tournaments every Monday at Replay Lakeview in Boystown. Competitive gaming, craft beer, and arcade fun in Chicago's gay arcade bar.
WeeklyTue, Sep 15
9 PM - 11:45 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Monthly
Wed, Sep 16
9 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Monthly Wednesday karaoke night at Replay Lakeview in Boystown. Bilingual hits and Latin favorites. Sign-ups at 9 PM, craft beer, arcade bar.
MonthlyThu, Sep 17
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.
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