OUTspoken: LGBTQ+ Storytelling

Test your Spider-Man and Marvel knowledge at Sidetrack's weekly trivia night. Get pumped for Spider-Man: Brand New Day opening weekend while competing for Men's Room and SWAY gift cards. Hosted by Stew, this is the perfect midweek trivia fix for comic book fans and casual Marvel enthusiasts alike.

The last Wednesday of every month, Sidetrack turns up the heat for Dua Lipa and Ariana Grande. Get on stage to show off your moves, win prizes, and dance with a crowd that knows every word. 9pm-2am of pure pop celebration.

A night of dancing and cocktails celebrating Lolla lineup artists past and present. Hosted by Veronica Pop, this themed Thursday at Sidetrack spins music videos from the festival's biggest performers, giving you a taste of the main stage energy without leaving the dance floor.

Sidetrack's monthly pup playdate is exactly what it sounds like — bring your dog (or just yourself) to hang out on the rooftop with other dog lovers, 1-5pm on the first Saturday of each month. No cover, no pressure, just good vibes and doggy swag from Tito's Handmade Vodka. It's a laid-back afternoon that somehow manages to be both a proper party and genuinely chill.

A monthly storytelling night celebrating real, personal stories from across Chicago's LGBTQ+ community. First Tuesday of every month at 7pm, OUTspoken brings people together to share what matters — the kind of intimate, genuine evening that reminds you why community spaces matter.

Weekly pop culture trivia hosted by Stew at Sidetrack, the legendary multi-level video bar. Test your smarts on everything from movies and music to TV and celebrity culture, then stick around for drinks and the energy of one of Chicago's most iconic LGBTQ+ venues. Trivia starts at 9pm.