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Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Put your trivia skills to the test at this weekly brain-battle hosted by Stew, where you'll compete alongside the Sidetrack crowd for bragging rights and glory. After trivia wraps, stick around as the venue shifts into high gear with Pop Favorite Videos lighting up the big screens—the perfect soundtrack to keep the energy flowing all night. Whether you're a trivia champion or just here for the music and the vibe, it's the ideal midweek escape to celebrate with Chicago's vibrant LGBTQIA+ community. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Thu, Aug 6
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Sidetrack's Men's Room Glow Party lights up Boystown with a night of dancing, glow and go-go energy at Chicago's iconic video bar.

Thu, Aug 6
11 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Sidetrack hosts the official Night 3 after-party for Ariana Grande's Eternal Sunshine Tour at Chicago's United Center — Ari videos, dancing and community into the early hours.

Fri, Aug 7
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, Aug 7
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.

Sun, Aug 9
3 PM - 9 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Broadway sing-along at Sidetrack's Main, Cherry & North Bars. Theater lovers and LGBTQ+ community celebrate Show Tunes Sundays with dancing and good vibes.
Weekly
Sun, Aug 9
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly gay dance party at Sidetrack in Chicago's Northalsted. High-energy beats, music videos, and frozen cocktails every Sunday night.
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