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Sunday, September 20, 2026
Kick off your Sunday with a laid-back afternoon at this Andersonville bear bar favorite. Grab a cold one, enjoy free hot dogs, and settle into the dog-friendly patio—no cover charge, no fuss, just good vibes and friendly faces. It's the perfect low-key daytime hangout where you can bring your furry friend and hang with the neighborhood crew. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Sun, 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.
Weekly
Sun, Sep 13
9 PM - 1 AM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Weekly gay karaoke night in Chicago. No cover, judgment-free zone for bear and cub culture. Sing or cheer on the patio every Sunday.
Weekly
Mon, Sep 14
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.
Weekly
Wed, Sep 16
8 PM - 10 PM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday trivia night for Chicago's bear community at The SoFo Tap in Andersonville. No cover, cold beer, and laid-back vibes.
Weekly
Fri, Sep 18
9 PM - 2 AM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
GRRR is Chicago's weekly Friday bear night at The SoFo Tap. No cover, laid-back vibe, and a welcoming community of bears and cubs.
Weekly
Sat, Sep 19
12 PM - 3 PM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Weekly Saturday bear bar patio hangout in Andersonville. Bring your dog, grab a cold beer, no cover. Laid-back gay community vibe.
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