Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Thursday, July 30, 2026
A Lollapalooza-weekend edition of Let's Go! for a night of dancing and cocktailing to Lolla artists' videos from 9pm-2am.
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Tue, Jun 30
8 PM - 10 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly trivia night hosted by Stew at Sidetrack, followed by Pop Favorite Videos. Compete for bragging rights with Chicago's LGBTQ+ community every Tuesday.
Weekly
Tue, Jun 30
8 PM - 10 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Wed, Jul 1
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Monthly Taylor Swift night at Sidetrack Chicago. Five hours of music videos, drag performances, and dance-offs with the LGBTQ+ community. Every Wednesday.
MonthlyThu, Jul 2
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Monthly Thursday pop dance party at Sidetrack Chicago. Drag performances, pop hits from Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, and more across three bars.
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