Chicago Events

Every Friday, 1pm - 7pm
Billed as Northalsted's brunch after-party, this day party features drink specials including $10 champagne bottles, $3 well drinks until 3 PM, and $5 well drinks 3 PM-7 PM.

Every Friday, 3pm - 2am
Show tunes from 3-8, then Sidetrack's usual music videos and dance music until 2am.

Every Friday, 8pm - 11pm
We are excited to welcome the Couleé sisters as they revamp the show Shea Couleé brought to Hydrate years ago! Join us for FACES! Featuring Bambi Banks-Couleé, Kenzie Couleé, Khloe Couleé, and special guests every week! Show at 9 pm

Every Friday, 8pm - 2am
Each Friday, dance to a different full album (or two!) at Scarlet! Check their IG to see which album of the week will be spinning. $5 well drinks until 9 PM.

Every Friday, 10:30pm - 2am
Weekly drag performances by Roscoe's hosts and weekly guests from RuPaul's Drag Race. Shows immediately follow Roscoe's legendary drag race viewing parties. No advance ticket sales or reservations available. GA standing room only. No meet & greet. 21+ only.

Every Saturday, 12pm - 4pm
That's What Roscoe's Calls Brunch! Celebrating all the hits of the 90's and 00's. Come enjoy bottomless mimosas while watching performances by local drag talent as well as some EGG-STRA special guests! Reservations are highly recommended. We’re not EGGS-aggerating! Reservations can be made on OpenTable (link below).

First Saturday, 1pm - 5pm
Super Dog-Friendly Tito's Handmade Vodka will have fun doggy swag on hand to pass out to our canine customers. Bring your pooch and come grab a drink and treats. No cover, and no dog required.

Every Saturday, 8pm - 10pm
Come get a taste of some of the best drag in Chicago! DRAGLICIOUS Saturday night drag revue is back every Saturday night! Featuring the Delicious girls of Draglicious! Show at 8 pm Reservations can be made using the button below.

Every Saturday, 8pm - 10pm
Scarlet's weekly throwback night focuses on the top bops from a different year each week! $5 well drinks until 9:00 PM.

Every Saturday, 10pm - 5am
The Saturday Night Drag Show! Every Saturday night at Berlin featuring rotating hosts Lucy Stoole and Tenderoni! Featuring a different cast of local and visiting performers every week! Doors at 10pm, showtime at 11pm, dancing until 5am. 21+, $10 admission

Every Sunday, 12pm - 4pm
Weekly drag brunch with two separate seatings for shows at 12 PM and 2 PM. Food and drink packages for $45 or $60. Reservations required.

Every Sunday, 2pm - 8pm
Boystown's Official After Brunch Party is on every Sunday! Come out and party with the hottest go-go boys in Chicago and the best beats on the strip! $5 Cover

Every Sunday, 4pm - 2am
Showtunes from 4-9 followed by the "Best of Sidetrack" til 2am.

First Sunday, 8pm - 2am
Roscoe's monthly all-Madonna video dance party with DJ Riley York. No Cover.

Every Sunday, 10pm - 4am
Queen is back at SmartBar! A weekly underground house and disco party. Every Sunday at Smart Bar Chicago! Looks STRONGLY encouraged. Resident DJs: Derrick Carter, Michael Serafini, and Garret David. Resident Hosts: Lucy Stoole, Jojo Baby, Nico 21+

Every Sunday, 10pm - 4am
House Collective is back at Hydrate every Sunday night! House Collective is glad to welcome one of the brightest names in house music in Mexico… DJ Ed Rodriguez! A night you won’t want to miss! Sets begin at 10 pm Party until 4 am Lights by VJ George G

Every Monday, 8pm - 2am
A very popular weekly show tunes and sing along night at Sidetrack. No cover.

Every Monday, 8pm - 12am
Lipstick and Mascara is back! Hosted by Mz Ruff n Stuff Beats by DJ Laura B With special guests every week! $5 Cover 2 Drink Minimum Doors Open at 8 PM Show AT 10:30 PM

First Tuesday, 6pm - 9:30pm
Join us for OUTspoken LGBTQ Stories, our monthly storytelling event celebrating uniquely personal LGBTQ stories. Doors to Main and Cherry Bars open at 6pm (arrive early for Main Bar seating) with Stories from 7pm. Sidetrack is open from 3pm-2am Tuesdays. No cover.

Every Tuesday, 8pm - 11pm
Different pop culture themes each week with prizes for winning teams.

Every Wednesday, 7pm - 10pm
Roscoe’s Dinner & Disney Musical Bingo hosted by Ricky & Tyrone! All your favorite Disney music starts at 7PM! Bingo starts at 7:30PM! Walk-ins welcome. Reservations are recommended. Reservations can be made on OpenTable (link below) Face masks AND proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result within the past 72 hours is required for entry.

First Wednesday, 9pm - 2am
Sidetrack's Wednesday pop diva spotlight shines on Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift! Music videos

Every Thursday, 9:30pm - 4am
We welcome Khloe Couleé and DJ Cashera to the Hydrate line up with BUBBLE POP! Never a cover and hot spot performances from special guests every week! So come check out the new Thursday! Starts at 9.30 pm, doors at 6:30 pm. Beats by DJ Cashera

First Thursday, 10pm - 2am
Roscoe's take on alternative drag. Rotating hosts with a new special guest each month. $2 well drink specials and no cover charge.