Plan your weekend with every gay event happening this weekend in Chicago. From Friday-night dance parties to Sunday drag brunches, here's the LGBTQ+ nightlife and community lineup across Chicago, Illinois, refreshed as new events are added.
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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 in Chicago. Rotating themed performances, cocktails, and fine dining in a gay nightlife space.
7 PM - 8:30 PM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Weekly drag watch party at Meeting House Tavern in Chicago. Free entry, hosted by Jairo Reyna. Join the community for All Stars Season 11 viewing every Friday.
Weekly
7 PM - 11 PM
Splash, Chicago
Weekly Friday drag viewing party at Splash in Chicago's Boystown. Watch All Stars with Bella DeBalle, $25 bottomless drinks & pizza, community vibes.
Weekly
7 PM - 11 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly B2B DJ night every Friday at Charlie's, Chicago's queer country bar. Guest DJs spin live—dance, connect, and celebrate with the community.
Weekly
7 PM - 9 PM
Sidetrack, Chicago
Weekly Friday viewing party at Sidetrack Chicago. Watch All Stars on big screens, play games, win prizes, and celebrate drag with the LGBTQ+ community. No cover.
Weekly
7 PM - 10 PM
2Bears Tavern Uptown, Chicago
Weekly drag trivia game show hosted by Tia Pet at 2Bears Tavern Uptown. Compete for prizes, enjoy performances, and connect with the queer community every Friday.
Weekly
8 PM - 2 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
High-energy Pride dance party at Cell Block with DJ Austin James spinning Chicago house music. No cover, free coat check. Fridays.
8 PM - 2 AM
Nobody's Darling, Chicago
Feel Good Fridayz at Nobody's Darling in Chicago. Femme-focused happy hour with cocktails, good vibes, and community every Friday in Andersonville.
8:30 PM - 11 PM
Scarlet Bar, Chicago
Olivia Rodrigo album release party at Scarlet Bar in Chicago. All Olivia, all night until 11pm. Every Friday.
9 PM - 2 AM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Gay dance party every Friday at Meeting House Tavern in Chicago. DJ beats, cocktails, and queer community vibes until 2am. Inclusive nightlife in a.
Weekly
9 PM - 1 AM
Dorothy, Chicago
Monthly Friday DJ night with Chicago's resident hip-hop DJ Ca$h Era at Dorothy lesbian bar. Open-format mixing, $10 entry, dancing until 1am.
Monthly9 PM - 2 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 - 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 - 4 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
High-energy dance party celebrating muscle worship culture at Jackhammer. DJ sets, performers, and late-night vibes. Doors 9 PM.
10 PM - 2 AM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Monthly Friday house music night at Replay Lakeview in Boystown. High-energy DJ sets, dance floor, and garden patio. Gay nightlife in Chicago.
Monthly10 PM - 4 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Friday night drag party at Charlie's in Chicago. High-energy performances, dancing, and cosmic-themed nights that shift weekly. Join the house queens.
Weekly10 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.
Weekly11 PM - 4 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Monthly neon drag party at Charlie's Chicago with go-go dancers, body painting, and DJ Ron Geronimo. Hosted by Sapphire Feliciano and Luna LaCatrina.
Monthly
11 AM - 3:30 PM
Kit Kat Lounge, Chicago
Weekly Saturday drag brunch at Kit Kat Lounge featuring the Kit Kat Divas, bottomless cocktails, and a la carte dining on the outdoor patio.
Weekly
12 PM - 3 PM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Weekly Saturday dog-friendly happy hour in Chicago. No cover, half-off drafts, cheap beer & shots, free dog treats. Gay bar patio social.
Weekly
2 PM - 5 PM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Monthly Magic: The Gathering EDH game night with craft cocktails at Meeting House Tavern. $5 margaritas, happy hour 2-5pm, raffles, no cover. LGBTQ+ community.
Monthly4 PM - 6 PM
Nobody's Darling, Chicago
Saturday afternoon lesbian gathering at Nobody's Darling. Connect with community in this femme-focused cocktail bar welcoming everyone.
6 PM - 10 PM
Kit Kat Lounge, Chicago
Weekly Friday drag dinner show at Kit Kat Lounge in Chicago. Rotating themed performances, cocktails, and fine dining in a gay nightlife space.
7 PM - 11 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday line dancing at Charlie's for Chicago's queer country community. Two-step, drink specials, and $1 Jack Daniel's support for SCCDA.
Weekly
9 PM - 3 AM
Cell Block, Chicago
TROUGH Chicago hits Cell Block for Midsommarfest weekend, Sat June 13, 9pm-3am. Go-go dancers, harnesses, and DJs Brent Milne and Paul Coals. Gear encouraged, not required.
9 PM - 2 AM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
High-energy Scandinavian-themed dance party at Meeting House Tavern. Join Sickening Events for POP'D! Vol. 6: Midsommar every Saturday in Chicago.
9 PM - 1 AM
Dorothy, Chicago
Free sapphic karaoke every Saturday at Dorothy. Hosted by E in this queer speakeasy. Sing your heart out in an inclusive, electric space.
9 PM - 5 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
High-energy sports-themed dance party at Jackhammer Chicago. Rugby GoGos, DJs, and queer community celebration every Saturday night.
11 PM - 3 AM
Scarlet Bar, Chicago
DJ Cash Era spins every Saturday at 11pm at Scarlet Bar in Chicago. Follow @DJCASHERA for updates on this weekly gay nightlife event.
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This page lists every LGBTQ+ event happening this weekend in Chicago, Illinois — drag shows, dance parties, and community gatherings — pulled live from our events calendar and refreshed as new events are added. Browse the full lineup above, or see all upcoming gay events in Chicago.
