Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Steppenwolf 1700 Theater, Chicago
1700 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, United StatesFrom tiny Chicago company Derek Begrudgingly Presents — which stages play versions of movies — comes a drag-and-camp send-up of the early-2000s classic, landing at Steppenwolf's LookOut Series after two sold-out runs at Color Club and a runner-up nod in the Chicago Reader's Best New Play category. Expect drag, a live band, over-the-top acting, and giant DIY cardboard props reimagining Lizzie's Rome adventure — plus an answer to what ever happened to Miranda. Three performances only, July 10-11.
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Thu, Aug 6
6 PM - 9 PM
Kit Kat Lounge, Chicago
Weekly drag dinner theater in Chicago's Northalsted. Haute couture performances, $10 martinis, and upscale dining in an Art Deco room every Thursday.
Weekly
Thu, Aug 6
7 PM - 9 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Thirsty Thursday Trivia at Replay Lakeview, Chicago: weekly Thursday trivia at 7pm with cash prizes in the Halsted Street bar-arcade.
Weekly
Thu, Aug 6
7 PM - 11 PM
Dorothy, Chicago
Adorned After Dark brings a permanent jewelry pop-up to Dorothy in Chicago, with Fang & Fae offering charms, adornment and a little evening magic.
Thu, Aug 6
8 PM - 2 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
Weekly drink specials at Cell Block, Chicago's leather and fetish bar. Front bar open to all, back bar at 8pm for the leather community. Check dress code.
Weekly
Thu, Aug 6
8 PM - 10 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Monthly Thursday male revue at Charlie's featuring Ivan Tequila and Andy Santos with DJ Frister. Gay nightlife entertainment in Chicago.
Monthly
Thu, Aug 6
9 PM - 4 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Pheromone: Market Days is a Thursday dance party at Jackhammer in Chicago's Rogers Park, a Market Days weekend edition at the leather and bear bar.
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