Queer Book Club: "Fruit Fly" by Josh Silver

Karaoke

Meeting House Tavern

Grab the mic and own the room every Thursday night at Meeting House Tavern's Karaoke Cabaret. Hosted by Bradley K8 Olsen with music powered by Creaoke Karaoke, this high-energy late-night singalong welcomes everyone — seasoned divas and first-timers alike. Expect big vocals, crowd favorites, cocktails, and a genuinely supportive room full of unapologetic queer nightlife energy. It's the kind of low-pressure, high-fun night that keeps people coming back week after week.

Latin Nights

Sidetrack

Sidetrack's weekly Thursday night party takes over the Main, Cherry, and North Bars with high-energy Latin beats, DJ-driven dance floors, and a crowd that knows how to move. Expect a packed dance floor, strong drinks, and great vibes — the go-to Thursday escape for anyone who wants to dance to Latin rhythms without the pretense. Occasional themed editions swap in pop music videos and special guest hosts.

Late Night

Hydrate Nightclub

Sativa's Hot Boxxx is a late-night drag show at Hydrate in Chicago's Boystown, where Sativa Diamond hosts Kara Mel D'Ville, Howdy Rowan and Judith Priest for an hour-and-change of camp and high-energy fun. It's on Thursday, November 12, from 11 PM to 1 AM, and there's no cover, so you can roll in without the door math. Grab the $12 TT Baby drink special and get settled in for a night you won't see coming.

rooftop

Sidetrack

Kick off your weekend at Sidetrack's legendary Friday show tunes sing-along! Every other Friday, the rooftop and video bar come alive with a crowd that knows every word to their favorite Broadway classics and pop standards. Grab a drink, catch the sunset, and get ready to belt out the hits with fellow show tune lovers in the kind of communal, joyful singing that makes this Chicago tradition legendary.

Drag Shows

Kit Kat Club

Oops We Did It Again is a Y2K-themed drag dinner at Kit Kat Club, Chicago's original drag show lounge in Lakeview on Halsted Street. Pull out your frosted tips and butterfly clips, settle in for an elevated dinner by Chef Chelsea Poe, and watch the Kit Kat Divas take the velvet stage. It kicks off Friday, November 13 at 7pm, so you'll want to book a table early.

Happy Hour

LGBTQ+ Center Lake County

A Friday night gathering for queer folks to eat, drink, and connect in a genuinely welcoming space. No pretense, no pressure — just good company and a chance to be yourself. 21+.