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Sat, Oct 17
2026-10-17T23:00
2026-10-18T05:00
Halloween-themed event featuring music and lights by VJ George G. “Good music gives you goosebumps!”
11:00 PM
Freak Like
Hydrate Nightclub
3458 N. Halsted, Chicago
https://thegaycal.com/v/hydrate-nightclub
Sun, Oct 18
2026-10-18T21:00
2026-10-19T02:00
Sunday Funday After Dark dance party featuring show tunes until 2am. SideTrack branding appears on the poster, with Hornitos also shown.
9:00 PM
Sunday Funday After Dark Dance Party
Sidetrack
3349 N. Halsted, Chicago
https://thegaycal.com/v/sidetrack
Mon, Oct 19
2026-10-19T20:00
2026-10-20T02:00
Sing-along at show tunes every Monday from 8 PM to 2 AM.
8:00 PM
Musical Monday
Sidetrack
3349 N. Halsted, Chicago
https://thegaycal.com/v/sidetrack
Fri, Oct 23
2026-10-23T15:00
2026-10-24T02:00
Friday event featuring show tunes from 3-7 PM, a RuPaul's Drag Race viewing party from 7-9 PM, and a Friday night dance party from 9 PM-2 AM.
3:00 PM
TGIF Show Tunes
Sidetrack
3349 N. Halsted, Chicago
https://thegaycal.com/v/sidetrack
2026-10-23T23:00
2026-10-24T04:00
Halloween-themed birthday event for Martin. Good music and lights by VJ George G.
11:00 PM
Hauntin’ — Happy Bday Martin
Hydrate Nightclub
3458 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60657
https://thegaycal.com/v/hydrate-nightclub
Sat, Oct 24
2026-10-24T23:00
2026-10-25T05:00
Music by Jesus Montanez, with lights by VJ George G. Good music gives you goosebumps!
11:00 PM
Jesus Montanez
Hydrate Nightclub
3458 N. Halsted, Chicago
https://thegaycal.com/v/hydrate-nightclub
Sun, Oct 25
2026-10-25T22:00
2026-10-26T02:00
Every Sunday night after 10 pm, Hydrate welcomes a mix of throwbacks, hip hop, and today’s hottest hits. No cover. Featuring VJ George G. Join us for Sunda
10:00 PM
Sunday After Dark
Hydrate Nightclub
3458 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60657
https://thegaycal.com/v/hydrate-nightclub
Fri, Oct 30
2026-10-30T21:00
2026-10-30T23:00
October begins with a new round of Freshman 15, Hydrate’s weekly showcase for Chicago’s up-and-coming drag artists. Discover why Freshman 15 belongs among
9:00 PM
Freshman 15
Hydrate Nightclub
3458 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60657
https://thegaycal.com/v/hydrate-nightclub
Sat, Oct 31
2026-10-31T21:00
2026-11-01T03:00
Halloween event in Chicago branded as Brüt, featuring Matt Suave and Dan Darlington.
9:00 PM
Brüt Halloween Chicago
The Rico No Suave Show INC
South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60616
https://thegaycal.com/v/the-rico-no-suave-show-inc