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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Celebrate all things Taylor Swift with the Sidetrack community at this monthly mid-week party. Whether you're a devoted Swiftie or just love great music and good vibes, you'll find yourself dancing under the lights alongside fellow fans in one of Chicago's most iconic LGBTQ+ spaces. Come ready to sing, dance, and embrace the energy of Taylor's catalog in a welcoming atmosphere that keeps the party going strong all night. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Thu, Jul 30
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Lollapalooza-weekend edition of Let's Go! Thursday at Sidetrack, Chicago — dancing and cocktailing to Lolla artists' music videos from 9pm to 2am.

Fri, Jul 31
4 PM - 9 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.
Weekly
Fri, Jul 31
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, Aug 1
1 PM - 5 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Monthly gay tea dance at Sidetrack Chicago. Bear and daddy community, frozen cocktails, no cover charge. Saturdays at this multi-level venue.
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