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Thursday, August 6, 2026
Bring your smartest friends to Replay Lakeview every Thursday at 7pm for trivia, prizes, and drink deals, followed by more late-night fun in the bar-arcade.
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Sun, Aug 2
12 PM - 2 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly Sunday afternoon at queer-owned Replay Lakeview. Arcade games, craft beers, garden patio. Gay bar in Boystown.
Weekly
Mon, Aug 3
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.
WeeklyTue, Aug 4
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.
WeeklyWed, Aug 5
9 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Monthly Wednesday karaoke night at Replay Lakeview's gay arcade bar in Boystown. Belt out Broadway hits in a fun, welcoming atmosphere with craft beer and friends.
MonthlyThu, 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.
WeeklyFri, Aug 7
4 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Replay Lakeview kicks off Market Days weekend with Geo Diamond at 4pm and the QUEEN! Takeover at 6pm.
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