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October 2022 events

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  1. Past event

    Rediscovering the Magic of Norm Burns

    Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
    Landmark Century Centre Cinema, Chicago

    Reflecting on Reeling’s roots in the 1980s on the occasion of our 40th anniversary, we proudly reintroduce to Chicago audiences the recently rediscovered films of Chicago queer experimental…

  2. Past event

    Dyke Delicious Reunion: I'm Right Here

    Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
    Landmark Century Centre Cinema, Chicago

    The Dyke Delicious screening series that ran for many years at Chicago Filmmakers makes a welcome come-back for Reeling’s 40th anniversary edition. The four programs in the series are…

  3. Past event

    Comedy Tonight!

    Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
    Chicago Filmmakers, Chicago

    Camp, comedy, and outrageousness take center stage in this program of humorous shorts. From a propane-toting Tank Fairy, to mid-air shenanigans, to Halloween mimes, and odd alternate…

  4. Past event

    Glitz and Glam Saturdays

    Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 5:30 pm
    Lips Chicago, Chicago

    Don't miss Glitz and Glam Saturdays, filled with over the top glamour! Big hair, high heels, and a lot of duct tape! Hosted by Shavonna Brooks. 2 Seating times: DINNER & SHOW 1 - 5:30pm…

  5. Past event

    Dyke Delicious Reunion: Family Lingo

    Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
    Chicago Filmmakers, Chicago

    The Dyke Delicious screening series that ran for many years at Chicago Filmmakers makes a welcome come-back for Reeling’s 40th anniversary edition. The four programs in the series are…

  6. Past event

    Love Will Keep Us Together

    Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 9:00 pm to 11:00 pm
    Chicago Filmmakers, Chicago

    Relationships become complicated by lost loves, past loves, new loves, and potential loves in this program of gay shorts. A Q&A session will follow the screening, featuring: Brittany Also,…

  7. Past event

    Saturday Night Main Event

    Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 10:00 pm
    Charlie's Chicago, Chicago

    Every Saturday Charlie's Chicago presents the MAIN EVENT with Alexandrea Diamond, Bella DeBalle, Persephone Diamone, and Pixel. No cover before Midnight.

  8. Past event

    Bear Beer Blast Sundays

    Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
    The Sofo Tap, Chicago

    Don't miss Sunday Funday at The SoFo Tap! $2 Miller Lite drafts 12–2pm & $3 House Shots 1–3pm with FREE Chicago-style hot dogs (while they last)! Later at 9pm, it’s the hairiest, beariest…

  9. Past event

    Sunday Funday at Hydrate

    Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 2:00 pm
    Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago

    Don't miss Sunday Funday at Hydrate Nightclub every Sunday - doors open at 2pm. Beats by DJ Xtasy and VJ George G. $5 Well Cocktails and $10 Champagne Bottles from 2pm-4pm.

  10. Past event

    The Shape of a Life

    Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
    Chicago Filmmakers, Chicago

    Everyone’s life is shaped by the places we inhabit, the people who cross our paths, and certain objects that hold meaning; in turn, we shape the world around us. This flux of life and…

  11. Past event

    Looking For Change

    Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
    Chicago Filmmakers, Chicago

    A budding tween romance, a stagnant opera career, an unfortunate answer in a psychological test, time-machine-do-overs, Japanese dance, and a reluctant fascination with leather are some of…

  12. Past event

    Dyke Delicious Reunion: I See You

    Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    Chicago Filmmakers, Chicago

    The Dyke Delicious screening series that ran for many years at Chicago Filmmakers makes a welcome come-back for Reeling’s 40th anniversary edition. The four programs in the series are…

  13. Past event

    Bearaoke with Pat Da Bear

    Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 9:00 pm
    The Sofo Tap, Chicago

    Get ready to take the stage to grunt, growl and howl your way through your favorite songs at Andersonville’s hairiest, beariest BEARAOKE at The SoFo Tap, hosted by Pat Da Bear with DJ…

  14. Past event

    Sunday After Dark

    Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 10:00 pm
    Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago

    Sunday After Dark - Throwbacks, HipHop, and Today's Hottest Hits - every Sunday Night. Party begins at 10pm, No cover. $5 Bud Lights.

  15. Past event

    BIG Gay Gayme Show w/ Sofonda Booz

    Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at 8:00 pm
    Meeting House Tavern, Chicago

    The weekly BIG Gay Gayme Show at Meeting House Tavern! Hosted by Sofonda Booz and Josh & Johnny from Choose Your Own Game Night. Get the chance to win a $75 2Bears Tavern Group gift card…

  16. Past event

    Roscoe's Drag Race

    Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at 11:00 pm
    Roscoe's Tavern, Chicago

    Roscoe’s Drag Race hosted by Kara Mel D’Ville & co-host Ari Gato along with the KaraKrew’s Mark & Hunter! Sign up starts at 10PM! No advanced registration. There are two rounds to the…

  17. Past event

    Roscoe’s Dinner & Disney Musical Bingo

    Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 7:00 pm
    Roscoe's Tavern, Chicago

    Roscoe’s Dinner & Disney Musical Bingo hosted by Tyrone & Ricky! All your favorite Disney music starts at 7PM! Bingo starts at 7:30PM!

  18. Past event

    Boozy Bingo Wednesdays w/ Chamilla Foxx & Miss Toto

    Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
    D.S. Tequila Co. (Closed), Chicago

    Droppin' balls on Halsted since 2013! Boozy Bingo Wednesdays hosted by Chamilla Foxx & Miss Toto. Starts at 8pm weekly, win prizes with each bingo! Seating is extremely limited, please make…

  19. Past event

    Karaoke Wednesdays

    Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 9:00 pm
    Replay Lakeview, Chicago

    Join Replay Lakeview every Wednesday night for Karaoke Wednesdays! Sign ups start at 9pm. Need some liquid encouragement before hitting the stage? Grab a $5 draft or $10 specialty cocktail…

  20. Past event

    Fresh Faces Drag Competition

    Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 9:00 pm
    Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago

    Every Thursday Fresh Faces Drag Competition at Hydrate Nigthclub. Compete for a possible invitation to Freshman15 Class of 2023. Show begins at 9 p.m., doors open at 8 p.m.

  21. Past event

    Let's Go Thursday

    Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 9:00 pm
    Sidetrack, Chicago

    Jump start your weekend at "Let's Go Thursdays" hosted by Alex Kay and featuring a rotating line-up of guest performers giving us life with amazing Chicago Drag! Get on stage and play games…

  22. Past event

    Thirsty Thursday Karaoke w/Bradley K8 Olsen

    Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 9:00 pm
    Meeting House Tavern, Chicago

    Are you thirsty… for some karaoke? Because Bradley K8 Olsen will help you quench it with some songs, comedy and cocktail specials at Thirsty Thursday Karaoke, Thursdays at 9 pm! Take a spin…

  23. Past event

    Bubble Pop! hosted by Khloe Couleé

    Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 10:30 pm
    Hydrate Nightclub, Chicago

    Bubble Pop hosted Khloe Couleé every Thursday night with an amazing star studded show featuring special guest performers each week. Finish your night with DJ Nevin and DJ Geo Diamond…

  24. Past event

    RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race Viewing Party

    Friday, October 7, 2022 at 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
    Sidetrack, Chicago

    Chicago's RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race Viewing Party every Fridays at 7pm after TGIF Show Tunes! RuPaul’s Celebrity Drag Race Season 2 will see nine celebrities from all walks of…