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Saturday, September 12, 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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Sun, Sep 6
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly gay dance party at Sidetrack Chicago. Multi-level venue with high-energy music, cocktails, and late-night dancing across four bars.
Weekly
Mon, Sep 7
8 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Broadway singalong at Sidetrack in Chicago's Northalsted. High-energy show tunes, no cover charge, perfect for a Monday night out with friends.
Weekly
Tue, Sep 8
8 PM - 10 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly trivia night at Sidetrack Chicago hosted by Stew. No cover, frozen cocktails, and Pop Favorite Videos until 2am. Gay bar on Halsted.
Weekly
Wed, Sep 9
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Dance to Queen Bey's greatest hits every Wednesday at Sidetrack, Chicago's gay video bar on Northalsted. High-energy monthly Beyoncé celebration.
Monthly
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.
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