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Lakeside Pride Sax Ensemble Presents: Tunes That Go Bump In The Night

Name: Lakeside Pride Sax Ensemble Presents: Tunes That Go Bump In The Night
Start: 2026-10-12T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Dorothy

Dorothy

2500 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

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Mon, Oct 12 · 7:00 PM

Monday, October 12, 2026

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Halloween comes early when the Lakeside Pride Sax Ensemble takes over Dorothy for an evening of spooky saxophone favorites — think cult classics and modern hits reimagined for the season. Doors open at 6pm, performance at 7pm, and the bar stays open until 11pm. $10 cover at the door.

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