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Friday, July 31, 2026
Scarlet drops the new Ariana Grande album the moment it's out — full Petal play-through at 8:30, then all-Ariana everything until 11pm. Only at Scarlet. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Fri, Jul 17
10 PM - 2 AM
Scarlet Bar, Chicago
Weekly Friday DJ set at Scarlet Bar in Chicago's Northalsted. Dance to infectious beats and high-energy vibes with Brryce Fersher every Friday night.
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Sat, Jul 18
11 PM - 3 AM
Scarlet Bar, Chicago
DJ Cash Era spins every Saturday at 11pm at Scarlet Bar in Chicago. Follow @DJCASHERA for updates on this weekly gay nightlife event.
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Sun, Jul 19
6 PM - 10 PM
Scarlet Bar, Chicago
Weekly Sunday after-hours party at Scarlet Bar Chicago. $10 champagne 6-7PM, $3 shots/beer 6-8PM, $5 drinks 8PM-close. Lady Gaga takeover.
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Fri, Jul 24
10 PM - 2 AM
Scarlet Bar, Chicago
Weekly Friday DJ set at Scarlet Bar in Chicago's Northalsted. Dance to infectious beats and high-energy vibes with Brryce Fersher every Friday night.
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