Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.

Sunday, October 25, 2026
The late-night Sunday dance party with throwbacks, hip-hop, and today's hottest hits. No cover all night, starting at 10pm.
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Mon, Oct 19
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago
Hydrate's weekly Monday drag show in Chicago, hosted by Ms. Ruff N Stuff with beats by Martin — doors at 8pm, show starts at 10:30pm.
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Thu, Oct 22
8 PM - 12 AM
Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago
Club Flamingo is Hydrate Nightclub's weekly Thursday 80's & 90's alternative night in Chicago's Boystown, with drag, DJs and dancing until 4am.
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Fri, Oct 23
12 AM - 4 AM
Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago

Fri, Oct 23
9 PM - 11 PM
Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago

Fri, Oct 23
11:30 PM - 4 AM
Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago

Sat, Oct 24
9 PM - 11 PM
Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago
Weekly Saturday drag revue at Hydrate Nightclub Chicago — resident queens perform 9 to 11pm before the dance floor takes over for the night.
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