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Sunday, October 18, 2026
Kick off your Sunday with a laid-back afternoon at Replay Lakeview, where you can dive into free-to-play arcade classics while sipping craft beer in a space built by and for the queer community. Whether you're catching up with friends on the string-lit garden patio or challenging someone to Pac-Man, it's the perfect low-key vibe to spend your weekend afternoon in Boystown. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Wed, Oct 14
9 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly gay karaoke every Wednesday at Replay Lakeview. Sign-ups at 9pm in this inclusive, judgment-free space. Broadway and Spanglish themes rotate.
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Fri, Oct 16
10 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Monthly Friday DJ night in Boystown featuring Boy Alberto spinning disco and house. Dance, arcade games, craft cocktails. Gay nightlife in Chicago.
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Tue, Oct 20
9 PM - 11:45 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
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Wed, Oct 21
9 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Monthly Wednesday karaoke night at Replay Lakeview in Boystown. Bilingual hits and Latin favorites. Sign-ups at 9 PM, craft beer, arcade bar.
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Fri, Oct 23
10 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
House Frequency brings DJ KIDRIOT's electrifying house sets to Replay Lakeview's queer arcade bar. Dance, community, and good vibes every fourth Friday.
MonthlySat, Oct 24
10 PM - 3 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
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