Welcome to Babylon

A weekly safe space for trans folks to access real support without judgment. Stop by Mondays for free housing navigation, employment services, medical referrals, and more — the kind of practical help that actually changes things. No appointment needed; just show up.

Monday nights at SoFo Tap get a serious upgrade with cheap drinks ($5 call it drinks), music videos from the 90s and 00s, and a room full of people who get that the start of the week doesn't have to be a drag. Hosted by Danny, this is the kind of low-key, unpretentious vibe that keeps people coming back — log off work and let loose from 5pm to 2am.

A space for people exploring or questioning their gender identity and expression to connect with others walking similar paths. Whether you're early in your journey or further along, this group at Center on Halsted creates room for authentic conversation and community with folks who genuinely get it.

Monday nights at Center on Halsted are for volleyball players who know their way around the court but aren't trying to go pro. Whether you're just learning the rules or brushing up your intermediate game, Open Gym Volleyball is the kind of low-pressure, welcoming space where you can actually improve without the ego. Show up, get some exercise, and play with people who get that this is about having fun and building community.

A weekly gathering for queer men to explore what it means to be queer, to process shared experiences, and to redefine masculinity on their own terms. This is the kind of space where you can show up as you are and find people who get it—no performance required.

A celebration of lesbian voices and stories at Dorothy, the city's most welcoming underground lesbian bar. The evening kicks off with a book launch, then opens the floor for community members to share their own stories — the kind of intimate, real conversation that happens best in a room full of people who get it. Come for the books, stay for the connection.