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Friday Night House Party

Meeting House Tavern5025 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60640Directions(773) 696-4211Website

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Fri, Sep 4 · 9:00 PM

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Meeting House Tavern's weekly Friday night reset: throwback anthems, a packed dancefloor, and rotating DJs keep the energy carefree and chaotic in the best way. No cover charge, cheap drinks, and free pool, darts, shuffleboard, board games, and skee-ball keep things moving from 9pm to 2am. Regulars and newcomers alike show up for the singalong vibes and no-attitude house party feel — it's Andersonville's go-to weekend kickoff.

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Jeopardy! Bar League Trivia

Tuesday, August 25th, 2026

7:30 PM

Official trivia straight from America's favorite quiz show — two hours of sharp questions, buzzer-worthy moments, and genuine competition. Free to play, prizes for the winners, and a new shot at the leaderboard every week. Grab your team, show up early (seating's limited), and get ready to yell out answers with people who actually know their stuff.

Let's Get Glam Bingo

Wednesday, August 26th, 2026

7:30 PM

Wednesday nights belong to this burlesque-themed bingo mashup — live performance, comedy, audience interaction, and actual bingo gameplay all rolled into one gloriously campy evening. Hosted by GlaMonster & Reggay Boots, it's the kind of show that keeps people coming back week after week. Seating starts at 7pm; the fun runs until 10:30pm.

Karaoke Cabaret

Thursday, August 27th, 2026

9:00 PM

Thursday nights belong to the people who want to belt out their favorite songs in front of a crowd that actually gets it. Hosted by Bradley K8 Olsen and powered by Creaoke Karaoke, this is a high-energy late-night singalong that welcomes everyone from power ballad divas to first-time mic grabbers. Big vocals, crowd favorites, cocktails, and unapologetic queer nightlife energy — free to show up and make some noise.

Poker in the Bottom

Sunday, August 30th, 2026

7:00 PM

Sunday night Texas Hold'em at Meeting House Tavern — free to play, beginner-friendly, and packed with casual players and competitive card sharks alike. Learn the ropes, meet new table friends, compete for prizes, and score bonus chips when you bring someone new. No gambling, no stress, just a damn good game night.

Jeopardy! Bar League Trivia

Tuesday, September 1st, 2026

7:30 PM

Official Jeopardy! trivia night every Tuesday at Meeting House Tavern — two hours of sharp questions, team competition, and genuine prizes. Free to play, limited seating, and a new shot at the leaderboard every week. Bring your crew, grab a drink, and get ready to buzz in.

Let's Get Glam Bingo

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026

7:30 PM

A weekly burlesque-themed bingo night that mixes live performance, comedy, and audience interaction with classic bingo gameplay. Hosted by GlaMonster & Reggay Boots, it's the kind of midweek event that actually gives you a reason to show up on a Wednesday—expect glam, laughs, and the chance to win while the energy stays high from 7:30 to 10:30pm.

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Monday, August 24th, 2026

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Monday nights at 2Bears belong to Squabble—a fast-paced, feud-style game night where teams compete, laugh, and maybe argue a little along the way. Hosted by Pup Figaro, it's the kind of free, unpretentious fun that keeps people coming back. Show up, grab a team, and settle in for two hours of the kind of chaos that only works in a room full of people who get it.

Musical Monday

Monday, August 24th, 2026

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