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Saturday, July 11, 2026
Splash's weekly Saturday late-night dance party.
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Fri, Jul 10
7 PM - 11 PM
Splash, Chicago
Weekly Friday drag viewing party at Splash in Chicago's Boystown. Watch All Stars with Bella DeBalle, $25 bottomless drinks & pizza, community vibes.
Weekly
Fri, Jul 10
9 PM - 3 AM
Splash, Chicago
Weekly Friday drag show at Splash Chicago. Open-stage competition hosted by Veronica Pop with cash prizes. Sign up by 6PM to perform.
Weekly
Sun, Jul 12
12 PM - 3 PM
Splash, Chicago
Free hot dogs every Sunday at Splash, a gay bar in Lakeview. Doors open at noon with good vibes and community. Low-key way to start your weekend.
Weekly
Sun, Jul 12
1 PM - 3 PM
Splash, Chicago
Splash in Northalsted hosts a weekly Sunday drag brunch at 1pm led by Miss Toto and a rotating cast of Chicago queens, with a fresh theme each week.
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