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Sunday, August 9, 2026
Join the Sunday Bunday crew at this iconic leather bar for a laid-back brunch vibe in the heart of Lakeview. It's the perfect opportunity to kick back with a stiff drink and connect with Chicago's welcoming leather community in an intimate, judgment-free space. Whether you're a regular or curious newcomer, expect good company and that signature Cell Block energy every Sunday afternoon. This event was imported by Out x Out. Please visit the venue link to verify details.
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Sat, Aug 22
8 PM - 3 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
Journey to the Center of Uranus lands at Cell Block Aug 22 — an outer-space disco dance party from 8pm on Halsted.

Sun, Aug 23
3 PM - 2 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
Weekly Sunday gathering at Chicago's leather bar. Laid-back drinks and community vibes in a judgment-free space. Every Sunday at Cell Block.
Weekly
Mon, Aug 24
8 PM - 2 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
Weekly gay leather and fetish night at Cell Block. Dancing, backroom bar, and judgment-free vibes every Monday in Chicago's intimate club space.
Weekly
Tue, Aug 25
6:30 PM - 9 PM
Cell Block, Chicago
Every Tuesday at Cell Block, Chicago's leather bar — doors close at 7:30pm for an evening of uninhibited fun at the city's most unapologetic leather space.
Monthly
Thu, Aug 27
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
Sat, Aug 29
8 PM - 3 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
The Chicago Pit Party takes over Cell Block in Northalsted on August 29, with an on-site pit sommelier and a full fetish backbar.
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