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Friday, September 11, 2026
Chicago's original bear night at The SoFo Tap brings the community together for a laid-back Friday evening with no cover charge. Expect a friendly, welcoming crowd in a casual neighborhood setting where you can hang out on the expansive back patio, grab a cold beer, and just be yourself. It's the perfect spot to connect with fellow bears and cubs in a low-key atmosphere that's all about community over spectacle. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Sun, Sep 6
12 PM - 3 PM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Weekly Sunday hangout in Andersonville with free hot dogs, cold beers, no cover charge, and a dog-friendly patio. Laid-back neighborhood bar vibes.
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Sun, Sep 6
9 PM - 1 AM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Weekly bear karaoke night at The SoFo Tap in Chicago. No cover charge. Sing with the local gay community every Sunday in a laid-back atmosphere.
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Mon, Sep 7
5 PM - 2 AM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Weekly gay bear bar Monday night at The SoFo Tap in Chicago. No cover, laid-back vibe—grab a drink and unwind with friends and regulars.
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Wed, Sep 9
8 PM - 10 PM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday trivia night for the bear community at SoFo Tap in Andersonville. No cover, laid-back vibe. Bring friends and test your nerdy knowledge.
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Sat, Sep 12
12 PM - 3 PM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Weekly Saturday dog-friendly patio hangout in Chicago. No cover, cold beer, and space for you and your pup. Casual neighborhood vibe.
WeeklySun, Sep 13
12 PM - 3 PM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Weekly Sunday afternoon at this Andersonville bear bar. Free hot dogs, no cover, patio seating, cold beer. Laid-back hangout for friends and dogs.
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