Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Saturday, September 5, 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.
Have feedback on this description? Let us knowDrag brunches, circuit nights & every party worth knowing in Chicago — in your inbox every week.
Fri, Sep 11
4 PM - 9 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Friday show tune singalongs, drag performances & dance party at Sidetrack gay bar. No cover charge. Rooftop deck at sunset.
WeeklyFri, Sep 11
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.
Sat, Sep 12
9 PM - 3 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly gay dance party at Sidetrack in Chicago's Northalsted, 9pm to 3am every Saturday. No cover.
Monthly
Sun, Sep 13
3 PM - 9 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Broadway singalong at Sidetrack's Main, Cherry, and North Bars. High-energy show tunes, frozen cocktails, and community every Sunday in Northalsted.
WeeklySun, Sep 13
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly late-night dance party across Sidetrack's four bars. No cover, multiple dance floors, party music until early morning. Every Sunday.
Weekly
Mon, Sep 14
8 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Broadway singalong at Sidetrack Chicago. No cover, high-energy show tunes night where the whole gay bar sings together. Every Monday.
WeeklyLet people know you're going, see who else is attending, and share the event with friends.
Your complete guide to LGBTQ+ Chicago — the best gay bars, annual events, neighborhoods, hotels, and things to do in the Windy City.
Robbie S.
Everything you need for Chicago's Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade — the route, the costume contest, the Northalsted bars that go all out, and where to stay that's gay.
Robbie S.
Parvati Shallow's Survivor brunch, Queen! celebrates Lucy's birthday, and G.E.M. turns five at Jackhammer — plus 92 ways to fill your weekend.
Robbie S.
A citywide guide to the best gay bars and clubs in Chicago — Northalsted's neon-lit video bars, Andersonville's laid-back locals, historic South Side spots and everything between.
Robbie S.
Laid-back patios, karaoke, and the least pretentious crowd in the city — here's where Chicago's bears, cubs, and otters actually hang out, night by night.
Robbie S.
From cruise bars in Rogers Park to the Chicago Eagle, here's every corner of Chicago's leather and kink scene — the birthplace of IML.
Robbie S.