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Thursday, August 6, 2026
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.
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Sun, Jul 26
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, Jul 26
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.
Weekly
Mon, Jul 27
8 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly show tunes night at Sidetrack in Chicago. Sing along to Broadway hits, dance, and enjoy frozen cocktails with the LGBTQ+ community.
Weekly
Tue, Jul 28
8 PM - 10 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Trivia Tuesday: Spider-Man + Marvel Edition at Sidetrack Chicago on Tuesday July 28 is a Marvel-themed trivia night at 8pm.
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