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Thursday, July 16, 2026
Get ready to dance to all things K-Pop at Sidetrack's high-energy celebration of Korean pop music! With electrifying performances and music videos lighting up the big screens, this is your chance to vibe with fellow K-Pop fans in one of Chicago's most iconic LGBTQ+ spaces. Come ready to move, celebrate, and immerse yourself in the infectious energy of K-Pop culture alongside the welcoming Northalsted crowd. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Fri, Jun 26
3 PM - 2 AM
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.
Weekly
Fri, Jun 26
7 PM - 9 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Courtney Act guest hosts RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars viewing at Sidetrack Friday June 26, 7pm, with Boy J and Veronica Pop. No cover, meet & greet after.

Fri, Jun 26
10 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Sidetrack's Pride Weekend Kick-Off Men's Room Glow Party - dancers, dancefloor open 10pm-2am, glow sticks at midnight, Friday June 26.

Sat, Jun 27
1 PM - 7 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Northalsted Business Alliance's annual Pride bar crawl kicks off 1pm Sat June 27 at Sidetrack, touring Boystown's most iconic bars.
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