Chicago's queer event scene never slows down — from massive circuit parties and drag showcases to community meetups and cultural festivals like Northalsted Market Days. Browse upcoming LGBTQ+ events happening across the city.
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Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Friday show tunes party at Sidetrack Chicago. Video dance party, frozen cocktails, drag race viewing, and dancing. Start your weekend with the gay community.
Weekly
6 PM - 10 PM
Kit Kat Lounge, Chicago
Weekly Friday drag dinner show at Kit Kat Lounge with rotating themed performances, cocktails, and fine dining. Glamorous LGBTQ+ nightlife in Chicago.
6:30 PM - 9 PM
Montrose Beach, Chicago
LGBTQ+ beach volleyball league Friday evenings at Montrose Beach, Chicago, through Aug 21.
7 PM - 10 PM
2Bears Tavern Uptown, Chicago
Weekly drag trivia game show hosted by Tia Pet at 2Bears Tavern Uptown. Compete for prizes, enjoy performances, and connect with the queer community every Friday.
Weekly
7 PM - 11 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly B2B DJ night every Friday at Charlie's, Chicago's queer country bar. Guest DJs spin live—dance, connect, and celebrate with the community.
Weekly
8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Scarlet Bar, Chicago
Zara Larsson album release party at Scarlet Bar. Girls Trip play-through at 8:30, then all-Zara everything until 11pm. Friday nights in Chicago.
9 PM - 2 AM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Gay dance party every Friday at Meeting House Tavern in Chicago. DJ beats, cocktails, and queer community vibes until 2am. Inclusive nightlife in a.
Weekly
9 PM - 2 AM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
GRRR is SoFo Tap's weekly Saturday bear-themed dance party in Chicago. DJ beats, cold beer, and a welcoming queer community.
Weekly
9 PM - 2 AM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly gay dance party at Sidetrack in Chicago's Northalsted, running 9pm to 2am every Friday after the afternoon Show Tunes set.
9 PM - 3 AM
Splash, Chicago
Weekly Friday drag show at Splash Chicago. Open-stage competition hosted by Veronica Pop with cash prizes. Sign up by 6PM to perform.
Weekly
9 PM - 11 PM
Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago
Masterclass Drag Show is Hydrate Nightclub's weekly Friday 9pm drag showcase in Chicago's Boystown, no cover, before the late-night dance party.
Weekly
9 PM - 4 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Rough Trade is a Friday night party at Jackhammer in Chicago's Rogers Park, a gear-friendly event at the leather and bear bar.
9 PM - 1 AM
Dorothy, Chicago
Monthly Latin dance night with DJ Jenny Fox at Dorothy, Chicago's underground lesbian cocktail lounge. Every Friday with all Latin music and queer community vibes.
Monthly10 PM - 2 AM
Scarlet Bar, Chicago
Weekly Friday DJ set at Scarlet Bar in Chicago's Northalsted. Dance to infectious beats and high-energy vibes with Brryce Fersher every Friday night.
Weekly10 PM - 2 AM
Radius Chicago
Trixie Mattel DJs a Lollapalooza aftershow at Radius, Chicago, July 31.
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