This Weekend in Chicago

Four weeks of gentle tai chi designed for adults 45 and up — whether you're standing or seated, you'll move at your own pace and leave feeling more grounded. Classes meet Friday mornings at 9am in Center on Halsted's gymnasium,...

Give blood, catch a movie on us. Center on Halsted and the American Red Cross are hosting a quarterly blood drive with a practical perk: every donor walks away with a Fandango Movie Reward to use whenever. It's a straightforward...

Free clothing, accessories, and pantry items for trans and gender non-conforming folks—no appointment, no questions, no judgment. Stop by Center on Halsted during open hours and take what you need.

Midday hoops at Center on Halsted — shoot around solo, run a pickup game, or just get some movement in during your lunch break. All skill levels welcome, no experience necessary. Show up ready to play and leave feeling like...

Friday afternoons at Sidetrack belong to show tunes — doors open at 3pm for a sing-along that runs through 7pm, then RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars takes over the screens. It's the kind of weekly tradition that gives you a...

Step into the disco glamour of Studio 54 for an evening of elevated dining and world-class drag performances. The Kit Kat Divas take the stage while you enjoy Chef Chelsea Poe's cuisine and signature cocktails in the venue's stunning Art...

Friday night pickleball for players of all levels — whether you're just learning or you've been playing for years. It's casual, social, and genuinely welcoming. Show up, grab a paddle, and find your people on the court.

The All Stars 11 finale hits different when you're watching it live with Naysha Lopez, Batty Davis, and Kara Mel D'Ville hosting the chaos. Dance floor seating, a packed room of people who actually care about the outcome, and three...

Trivia night meets drag entertainment at this Friday favorite — local drag performers host the questions, keep the banter sharp, and make sure the room stays laughing between rounds. It's the kind of event where knowing random pop culture facts...

Every Friday night, the superfans and the nightlife crowd converge at Meeting House Tavern for a high-energy watch party of All Stars Season 11. Hosted by Jairo Reyna, it's wigs, shade, cocktails, and fierce reactions—commentary, laughs, lip syncs, and all...

The pup play community's monthly gathering at Cell Block — a no-cover night built for solo pets and independent packs to connect, play, and get the scritches and treats they're after. Free gear check, 21+ with valid ID. This is...

The bear night that's become a Andersonville institution — no cover, no attitude, just a room full of the big, the hairy, and the ones who love them. Fridays at the SoFo Tap mean a genuinely welcoming crowd, solid beer...

Rockstrap brings dark house energy and stripped-down club vibes to Jackhammer for a late-night debut. StaticAppeal and Lorant + Pristál behind the decks, Patrick hosting, and a dance floor built for sweat and intensity. Jockstraps encouraged—come ready to move.

The neighborhood's go-to Friday night out — house music, a packed dance floor, and the kind of crowd that knows how to have a good time. Free pool tables, darts, and board games if you need a breather from dancing....

A night built for drag lovers who want to see the craft at its finest. Masterclass brings together some of the city's sharpest performers for a show that's less about spectacle and more about skill — tight choreography, sharp comedy,...

Queer karaoke hits Dorothy's underground every third Friday—a monthly tradition where sapphic voices take over the mic and the room gets loud with everything from power ballads to guilty pleasures. Hosted by E., it's the kind of night that starts...

A late-night gaming hangout where nerds, gamers, and social butterflies collide for drinks, games, and nonstop vibes. Running 11pm to 4am on the 1st and 3rd Fridays, Switch is where you bring your competitive spirit, your Nintendo Switch, or just...

Saturday and Sunday mornings at Kit Kat Club belong to drag, bottomless mimosas, and Broadway energy. The Kit Kat Divas perform while you settle in with brunch — two seatings at 11am and 1:30pm give you flexibility to show up,...

Saturday afternoons at SoFo Tap belong to the pups and their people—a weekly dog-friendly hangout where you bring your four-legged friend, grab a good drink, and settle in with a genuinely welcoming crowd. Free treats for the dogs, cheap drinks...

A therapeutic yoga session designed to calm the mind, reduce stress, and build strength and stamina. Whether you're just starting out or you've been practicing for years, you'll find your balance here. Free for those 40+, mats provided.

The monthly Pokémon GO hangout where trainers actually show up to raid together, trade, and grab drinks without the awkwardness. Hosted by Flops at Meeting House Tavern, it's free, laid-back, and welcomes everyone from competitive players to folks just getting...

BearUnion's afternoon play party takes over Cell Block's backroom — a space designed for the bear community to connect, explore, and have a good time together. Tickets required; grab yours online or at the door. 21+ with valid ID.

A night built for connection and chemistry at SoFo Tap — bears, cubs, otters, chasers, and admirers come together for a social, flirty evening with music by Tracy McKenzie. Nine PM to three AM, free entry, and the kind of...

A glowing night built for pups, handlers, gear enthusiasts, and everyone who gets the scene. The Kennel's neon special edition brings the energy and community that makes Jackhammer's leather and alternative space so magnetic — expect music, themed gear, and...

A sweaty, unapologetic house music dance party where the only rule is to let loose. Blu 9 and Swan are behind the decks spinning the kind of dirty, propulsive beats that make you forget everything else. Free clothes check means...

Andersonville's pop forward dance party turns up the heat with bold hooks and dirty beats from pop's most fearless icons. This is peak summer energy—feral, unapologetic, and all bangers. Grab your crew, let your bad side out, and dance like...

Forty years of pop perfection in one night. Dorothy POP brings the biggest Top 40 hits from 1986 to 2026 to the dance floor—expect the songs that defined decades, performances that hit different, and a room full of people who...

Free hot dogs, cold drinks, and an easy Sunday hang at the SoFo Tap. Noon to 3pm every week — the kind of low-key afternoon that doesn't require a plan, just show up and settle in. Perfect for bears, bear...

PFLAG Chicago brings together parents, families, and friends of LGBTQ+ people for connection, support, and community. Meeting monthly at Center on Halsted, this is where people show up to listen, share, and remind each other that love and acceptance are...

Hydrate's Sunday afternoon party is the neighborhood's best reason to start the weekend early — a packed dance floor, resident DJs spinning all the hits, and a crowd that knows how to have a genuinely good time. It's the kind...

Disco heat meets backroom energy when Dicksco takes over Sunday Bunday. DJ Austin James and Nevin are spinning, the Sunday Bunday crew is hosting, and Cell Block's got the vibe dialed in. No cover, free coat check, 21+ only.

Two years of queer disco sleaze at its finest. All-vinyl disco upstairs with resident DJ Connie Kway-Lewd, plus a special 7-8:30pm performance from the absurd and glamorous Haus of C*m. Downstairs, guest DJ Inés brings deep disco and cosmic funk....

No cover, no pressure, just a Sunday night to actually meet people. Dorothy's basement is packed with queer singles who showed up for the same reason you did — to see who's worth talking to. Low-key vibe, good drinks, and...

Sunday night poker at Meeting House Tavern — low-key, social, and exactly the kind of thing that keeps regulars coming back. Bring your friends, your strategy, and your best poker face. Games start at 7pm.

Ready to get involved with Chicago's largest LGBTQ+ community center? This orientation walks you through volunteer opportunities across health services, youth programs, cultural events, and more. Whether you've got a few hours a month or want to make it a...

Sundays at SoFo Tap mean grabbing the mic and taking the stage for a night of big vocals, bold energy, and a crowd that's genuinely here for it. From country favorites to power ballads, anything goes—just bring the confidence. Hosted...

Late-night dancing and DJ sets at Hydrate's signature Sunday event. The dance floor fills up as the night deepens, with a crowd that knows how to keep the energy going well past midnight. If you're looking for a reliably packed,...