Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Saturday night at Sidetrack turns the main bars over to the dance floor from 9pm until 3am, the venue's latest close of the week. Video screens, a packed room, and no cover.
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Tue, Aug 11
8 PM - 10 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly trivia night hosted by Stew at Sidetrack, followed by Pop Favorite Videos. Compete for bragging rights with Chicago's LGBTQ+ community every Tuesday.
Wed, Aug 12
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Monthly Beyoncé celebration at Sidetrack with drag, dance-offs, and music videos. Every Wednesday in Chicago's Northalsted.
MonthlyThu, Aug 13
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Sidetrack's Let's Go! Latin party goes all-Becky G on Aug 13 — Latin pop videos and dancing 9pm-2am in the Main, Cherry, and North Bars.
Fri, Aug 14
3 PM - 7 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Friday show tunes party at Sidetrack Chicago. Video dance party, frozen cocktails, drag race viewing, and dancing. Start your weekend with the gay community.
WeeklyFri, Aug 14
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly gay dance party at Sidetrack in Chicago's Northalsted, running 9pm to 2am every Friday after the afternoon Show Tunes set.
Sun, Aug 16
3 PM - 9 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Broadway sing-along at Sidetrack's Main, Cherry & North Bars. Theater lovers and LGBTQ+ community celebrate Show Tunes Sundays with dancing and good vibes.
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