Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Undercover Wrestler is Sidetrack's monthly social meet-up for wrestlers and friends of wrestlers, every third Wednesday from 6-9pm. Wear your favorite singlet or gear — there's a private room, a clothes check, and no cover.
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Thu, Sep 17
7 PM - 9 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Fri, Sep 18
4 PM - 9 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Friday singalong at Sidetrack with Broadway hits, drag performances, and dancing. Free entry, frozen cocktails, seven rooms. Chicago gay bar.
WeeklyFri, Sep 18
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, Sep 19
9 PM - 3 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly gay dance party at Sidetrack in Chicago's Northalsted, 9pm to 3am every Saturday. No cover.
Monthly
Sun, Sep 20
3 PM - 9 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Broadway singalong at Sidetrack's Main, Cherry, and North Bars. No cover, all day, theater lovers welcome. Party music in Glass, Side, Back, Deck Bars.
WeeklySun, Sep 20
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly gay dance party at Sidetrack with multiple floors, no cover, and dancing until 2am. High-energy Sunday nights in Chicago's Northalsted.
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