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SUMMARY:Unboxing Queer History at the Music Box Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, September 22nd\, at 7 PM to celebrate the release of Season Two of Unboxing Queer History! \nGerber/Hart’s award winning podcast is BACK for a second season! Join us to celebrate with a free listening party at the Music Box Lounge and be the first to hear Episode One: “Lost and Found: Lesbian Bars and the Music Box Lounge.” \nIn addition to listening to the episode a day before its official release\,  you’ll be able to meet podcast creators and explore archival materials from Gerber/Hart.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/unboxing-queer-history-at-the-music-box-lounge/
LOCATION:Music Box\, 3733 N Southport Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,education,theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Patio Take Over with Midnight Iris at Rookies
DESCRIPTION:Good drinks\, good friends\, and the ultimate soundtrack of the 60s–90s with Midnight Iris! \n\n\n Free Concert | 7pm–10pm | Patio at Rookies  \n  \n\n\nMidnight Iris is taking over the patio with the best acoustic vibes from every decade you love. From Elvis\, Janis Joplin\, The Eagles\, Fleetwood Mac\, John Cougar Mellencamp\, Kenny Loggins\, Bob Seger\, Madonna\, The Cars\, Garbage\, and more—we’ll take you on a musical journey full of songs to dance to and sing along with! \n\n Grab a drink\, bring your friends\, and let’s make it a night to remember.\nEasy parking!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/patio-take-over-with-midnight-iris-at-rookies/
LOCATION:Rookies Sports Bar and Grill\, 2486 Bushwood Dr.\, Elgin\, IL\, 60124\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,dance-dj
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SUMMARY:Lady Gaga Mayhem Tour
DESCRIPTION:Lady Gaga’s “Mayhem Ball” tour\, announced on March 26\, 2025\, is a global arena tour supporting her latest album\, Mayhem\, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. This marks her first arena tour since 2018 and follows her successful Chromatica Ball stadium tour in 2022. Chicago: September 15\, 17
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lady-gaga-mayhem-tour/
LOCATION:United Center\, 1901 W Madison St.\, Chicago\, 60612
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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SUMMARY:Chicago's Soul: The Words and Music of Gwendolyn Brooks and Curtis Mayfield @Garfield
DESCRIPTION:Chicago’s Soul: The Words and Music of Gwendolyn Brooks and Curtis Mayfield weaves together the words and music of two of Chicago’s greatest treasures: Pulitzer Prize winning poet Gwendolyn Brooks and “Gentle Genius” singer/songwriter Curtis Mayfield. \nTheir words and music are as powerful and relevant today as when they were written years ago. Their works were used as tools to rally folks to peacefully engage in community action and celebration. Chicago’s Soul is co-produced and narrated by journalist\, Cheryl Corley\, and features a stellar band lead by singer/songwriter Lucy Smith. https://lucysmithjazz.com/
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicagos-soul-the-words-and-music-of-gwendolyn-brooks-and-curtis-mayfield-garfield/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,literary-poetry,outdoor,sports-recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
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SUMMARY:Surprise Ensemble at Gill Park
DESCRIPTION:Surprise Ensemble at Gill Park\nSeptember 7 at 2 PM \nLakeside Pride Music Ensembles welcomes you to our 28th season – “Reflections.” \nThe LGBTQ+ community knows a thing or two about introspection. As we come out\, we unlearn countless norms thrust upon us and encounter our queer community’s vibrant culture. This process of becoming gives birth to our unique personas. Even in a world of unrest and uncertainty\, we rely on our strong sense of self and community. Together\, we assert ourselves and proudly declare our humanity.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/surprise-ensemble-at-gill-park-at-gill-park/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,outdoor
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SUMMARY:Lavender Prairie Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Midwest’s premiere multi-day queer country festival continuing the legacy of a genre-defining pioneer Patrick Haggerty. \nFriday night will kick off with queer country acts and a special tribute set & stories of Lavender Country. \nAndrew Sa + Friends play Lavender Country\nPaisley Fields\nMya Byrne \nSaturday will be an all-day party with workshops\, pop-ups\, and lots of music! \nBootstrap Boys\nLizzie No\nCreekbed Carter Hogan\nSarah Weddle\nGrowing Boys\nRichelle & Iris\nHosted by Olivia Love \nWorkshops & Pop-Ups from ILGRA\, Brave Space Alliance\, Alex Basler\, and more!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lavender-prairie-festival/
LOCATION:Judson & Moore Distillery\, 3057 North Rockwell St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,dance-dj,festival,wellness
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SUMMARY:Marren Morris @Ravinia
DESCRIPTION:Maren Morris has broken boundaries\, smashed records\, and affirmed herself as a dynamic vocalist\, prolific songwriter\, and showstopping performer on her own terms. Among numerous accolades\, she has garnered a GRAMMY® Award\, five ACM Awards\, five CMA Awards\, and three Billboard Music Awards. She has earned dozens of multi platinum and gold certifications worldwide and tallied billions of streams.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/marren-morris-ravinia/
LOCATION:Ravinia\, 418 Sheridan Road\, Highland Park\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,outdoor
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T233000
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SUMMARY:Boulet Brothers’ Dragula: Season 666 Tour
DESCRIPTION:You’ve watched these monsters battle all season long\, now come see them LIVE! The Official Boulet Brothers’ Dragula Season 666 Tour is hitting the road and bringing screams\, nightmares\, and dreams to a city near you. Starring horror icons\, The Boulet Brothers (The Queens of Darkness)\, and featuring Asia Consent (the world’s reigning Drag Supermonster)\, Grey Matter\, and Auntie Heroine with special guests Pi\, Jaharia\, and Majesty (on select dates). This horror spectacular is sure to haunt and terrify.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/boulet-brothers-dragula-season-666-tour/
LOCATION:Vic Theater\, 3145 North Sheffield Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,drag
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T220000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
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SUMMARY:Sandra Antongiorgi Returns to Fitzgeralds
DESCRIPTION:$15 General Admission SEAT / Reserved Tables Avaialable \nSandra Antongiorgi is a rising Chicago artist known for her thought-provoking visual art and World\, Latin and Neo-Soul music. Singing and playing guitar from the early age of 5\, her artistry transcends genre. Antongiorgi has been featured as an opening act for Wynonna Judd at the House of Blues in Chicago\, Alfonso Ponticelli at Chicago’s Mayne Stage and Ryley Walker at Thalia Hall. In 2016\, she was selected as Music Artist-in-Residence at MACLA (Movimiento De Arte y Cultura Latino Americana) in San Jose\, California\, headlining three consecutive concerts. \nIn 2017\, as part of the Truth and Racial Healing Concert Tour in Chicago\, Antongiorgi opened for and sang alongside the gifted and accomplished Jazz/Blues/Soul/Gospel singer\, Lizz Wright. In 2018\, she headlined City Winery Chicago’s first ever female-fronted Latin music concert and also released hard copies of her self-titled Spanish EP. Antongiorgi’s recent collaboration with One City Films and NoiseFloor resulted in the creation of a Spanish rock version of “America the Beautiful”\, a song now featured in their protest documentary\, “F*** Your Hair”. As a songwriter\, vocalist\, producer and musician\, she creatively bridges the gap between the nostalgia of the past and the ingenuity of the present\, drawing the listener in with her soulful compositions.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/sandra-antongiorgi-returns-to-fitzgeralds/
LOCATION:Fitzgerald’s\, 6615 W Roosevelt Road\, Berwyn\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250724T183926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T022305Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz on Cottage: Confronting HIV Stigma and Embracing Healing
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Jazz on Cottage: Confronting HIV Stigma and Embracing Healing! Join us at the Center on Cottage Grove for an evening of soulful jazz music and meaningful conversations. Let’s come together to challenge HIV stigma and promote healing in our community. This in-person event promises to be a night of inspiration and unity. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference and enjoy some fantastic music. See you there!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/jazz-on-cottage-confronting-hiv-stigma-and-embracing-healing/
LOCATION:Center on Cottage Grove\, 6323 S Cottage Grove Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,support-group,wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T230000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250512T183323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T151001Z
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SUMMARY:Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls: Yes We Are Tour
DESCRIPTION:Jam Presents\n \nMelissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls: Yes We Are Tour\nJay Pritzker Pavilion\, Chicago\, IL\, United States | Ages: All Ages \nSun Aug 17\, 2025 – 6:00 PM \n  \n 
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/melissa-etheridge-and-indigo-girls-yes-we-are-tour/
LOCATION:Jay Prizker Pavilion\, 201 East Randolph Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T193000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250814T161047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T161109Z
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SUMMARY:Christ Church of Chicago: Music in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our last summer concert on Saturday\, August 16th. \n\nThe TRI-C band will open with a Sing-Along of old favorites\, followed by Clamor & Lace\, a glam street marching band composed of musicians\, dancers\, and good-doers! It promises to be a rockin’ good time! $10 donation for food and music\n\nDonations benefit Brave Space Alliance
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/christ-church-of-chicago-music-in-the-garden/
LOCATION:Christ Church of Chicago\, 6047 N Rockwell St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,concert-music-karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T173000
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CREATED:20250717T050845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T051220Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago's Soul: The Words and Music of Gwendolyn Brooks and Curtis Mayfield @Warren
DESCRIPTION:Chicago’s Soul: The Words and Music of Gwendolyn Brooks and Curtis Mayfield weaves together the words and music of two of Chicago’s greatest treasures: Pulitzer Prize winning poet Gwendolyn Brooks and “Gentle Genius” singer/songwriter Curtis Mayfield. \nTheir words and music are as powerful and relevant today as when they were written years ago. Their works were used as tools to rally folks to peacefully engage in community action and celebration. Chicago’s Soul is co-produced and narrated by journalist\, Cheryl Corley\, and features a stellar band lead by singer/songwriter Lucy Smith. https://lucysmithjazz.com/
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicagos-soul-the-words-and-music-of-gwendolyn-brooks-and-curtis-mayfield-warren/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,literary-poetry,outdoor,sports-recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T235900
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250418T165956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T151119Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Cynthia Erivo @Ravinia
DESCRIPTION:With Chicago Symphony Orchestra. The “blazing star power” (WTTW News) of Cynthia Erivo—a Grammy\, Emmy\, and Tony Award-winning actress\, singer\, and producer—lights up the Ravinia stage for an unforgettable evening of music! Fresh off a triumphant year as Elphaba in Wicked: Part One\, Erivo brings her breathtaking vocals\, unmatched artistry\, and electrifying stage presence to Ravinia\, returning after her star turn in the 2021 Ravinia Gala.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/an-evening-with-cynthia-erivo-ravinia/
LOCATION:Ravinia\, 418 Sheridan Road\, Highland Park\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250724T180506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T023004Z
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SUMMARY:ABAB (Assigned Brass at Birth) at Gill Park
DESCRIPTION:ABAB (Assigned Brass at Birth) at Gill Park\nAugust 14 at 6:30 PM \n  \nLakeside Pride Music Ensembles welcomes you to our 28th season – “Reflections.” \nThe LGBTQ+ community knows a thing or two about introspection. As we come out\, we unlearn countless norms thrust upon us and encounter our queer community’s vibrant culture. This process of becoming gives birth to our unique personas. Even in a world of unrest and uncertainty\, we rely on our strong sense of self and community. Together\, we assert ourselves and proudly declare our humanity.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/abab-assigned-brass-at-birth-at-gill-park/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T220000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250710T040405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T035609Z
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SUMMARY:Cyndi Lauper:  Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour
DESCRIPTION:Tue • Aug 05\, 2025 • 7:30 PM\nCredit Union 1 Amphitheatre \nTinley Park\, IL
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/cyndi-lauper-girls-just-wanna-have-fun-farewell-tour/
LOCATION:Credit Union Amphitheater\, 19100 Ridgeland Ave\, Tinley Park\, IL\, 60477\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T220000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250731T032151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T032151Z
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SUMMARY:The Frail Imitation Tour Femme and Queer Hardcore Sludge Electronic Rock
DESCRIPTION:August 2nd @thefinalgirlbar with @morecheeseband polyachi @bussykweenpowertrip @charlie_otto_and_his_gear\nKenosha\, WI
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-frail-imitation-tour-femme-and-queer-hardcore-sludge-electronic-rock/
LOCATION:The Final Girl Bar\, 7546 Sheridan Rd\, Kenosha\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T183000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250717T050306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T183153Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago's Soul: The Words and Music of Gwendolyn Brooks and Curtis Mayfield @Sherman
DESCRIPTION:Chicago’s Soul: The Words and Music of Gwendolyn Brooks and Curtis Mayfield weaves together the words and music of two of Chicago’s greatest treasures: Pulitzer Prize winning poet Gwendolyn Brooks and “Gentle Genius” singer/songwriter Curtis Mayfield. \nTheir words and music are as powerful and relevant today as when they were written years ago. Their works were used as tools to rally folks to peacefully engage in community action and celebration. Chicago’s Soul is co-produced and narrated by journalist\, Cheryl Corley\, and features a stellar band lead by singer/songwriter Lucy Smith. https://lucysmithjazz.com/
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicagos-soul-the-words-and-music-of-gwendolyn-brooks-and-curtis-mayfield-warren-park/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,literary-poetry,outdoor,sports-recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T190000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250619T020102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T020102Z
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SUMMARY:Transcendent Souls II
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our second Transcendent Souls concert of works by queer\, trans\, and nonbinary composers! This program riffs on the structure and atmosphere of the Bach Cello Suites combined with the sound of the human voice. Lily Koslow’s Posthaste is an abstraction of the First Suite Minuets\, while Andrew Norman’s For Ashley plays with the hypnotic nature of the Fourth Suite Prelude. Two works by Benjamin T. Martin reference sacred themes and borrow from early sacred music\, and the composer will join for the performance of their Two Sacred Songs for tenor and cello. \nMany thanks to Grace Episcopal Church for welcoming us to their Summer Concert Series! \nFree Admission • Sensory-Friendly • Masks Encouraged
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/transcendent-souls-ii/
LOCATION:Grace Episcopal Church\, 924 Lake Street\, Oak Park\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T233000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250422T035221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T035858Z
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SUMMARY:Kesha and Scissor Sisters: The Tits Out Tour
DESCRIPTION:Kesha & Scissor Sisters\nSat • Jul 12 • 7:00 PM\nCredit Union 1 Amphitheatre\, Tinley Park\, IL
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/kesha-and-scissor-sisters-the-tits-out-tour/
LOCATION:Credit Union 1 Amphitheater\, 19100 S Ridgeland\, Tinley Park\, IL\, 60477\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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SUMMARY:Album Release Concert featuring Roy Kinsey
DESCRIPTION:At its core\, Dandelions: Gods Don’t Cry is about resilience\, transformation\, and self-acceptance. The dandelion\, often dismissed as a weed\, symbolizes Blackness\, queerness\, and survival—thriving in places where it wasn’t meant to\, adapting\, and still standing tall. \nThrough the 13-track journey\, the album explores: \n\nPersonal and collective Black histories\, linking past and present struggles to the beauty of endurance.\nQueer identity and self-reclamation\, navigating the world as both marginalized and divinely powerful.\nFamily\, grief\, and healing\, with storytelling that honors legacy while challenging systemic erasure.\n\nMusically\, the album is immersive and cinematic\, weaving together hip-hop\, soul\, and spoken word. It is meant to be experienced as a living\, breathing piece of literature\, aligned with Roy’s mission to elevate rap as a literary art form.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-legacy-project-album-release-concert/
LOCATION:Green Line Performing Arts Center\, 329 E. Garfield Blvd\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,concert-music-karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
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SUMMARY:Old Town School of Folk Music: Songs of Pride - A Queer Jam
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pride Month with an evening of music\, community\, and joyful expression at Songs of Pride: A Queer Jam. Hosted by singer-songwriter and longtime Old Town School teaching artist Shelley Miller\, this free\, all-ages event welcomes LGBTQIA+ musicians\, allies\, and music lovers to come together for a song circle highlighting queer voices\, stories\, and artists. \nBring an instrument\, your voice\, or just your listening ears — whether you lead a tune or sing along\, you’re part of the music. We’ll explore songs written by or made famous by queer artists\, along with timeless anthems of resilience\, love\, and liberation. \nAll are welcome—come as you are.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/old-town-school-of-folk-music-songs-of-pride-a-queer-jam/
LOCATION:Old Town School of Folk Music\, 4544 North Lincoln Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
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SUMMARY:Old Town School of Folk Music: Queer Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:Have you been working on your own original music and would like a space to sing through a song or two with other likeminded queer folks? \nJoin Nate Kistler (and Josh Ruebeck) for the Queer Song Circle. You may either sing for supportive feedback or just sing for the sake of singing\, it’s just important that you are singing and that your songs are being heard. \nThis is a workshop intended for queer folks who are working on original music and who feel comfortable enough to sing in front of a crowd. All experience levels welcome.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/old-town-school-of-folk-music-queer-song-circle/
LOCATION:Old Town School of Folk Music\, 4544 North Lincoln Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,education,workshop-crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T235900
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250501T023502Z
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SUMMARY:Out & Amplified: A Night of Queer Music featuring VINCINT
DESCRIPTION:Out and Amplified: Night of Queer Music is not your average night out—it’s a full-blown\, indoor mini-pride extravaganza serving up fierce talent\, unapologetic queerness\, and a whole lot of sparkle. We’re talking a celebration of LGBTQ+ identity\, artistry\, and community that’s louder\, prouder\, and glammier than ever.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/out-amplified-a-night-of-queer-music-featuring-vincint/
LOCATION:Riviera Theater\, 4746 North Racine Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,dance-dj
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250501T033400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T033509Z
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SUMMARY:Out and Proud: A Rainbow Icon Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Two shows: June 19 and June 20 \nCelebrate Pride with Melissa Young and Nick Sula as they return with Young’s historical hit\, OUT AND PROUD: A Rainbow Celebration. Sixteen years ago\, Young performed the music of the World’s most loved LGBTQ Icon’s to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Stonewall riots\, June 28\, 1969 and now returns to celebrate the progress our country has made with help from some of her friends! Dan Riley will join Young and Sula this time around. \nStarting with Stonewall and Judy Garland\, Young will follow the LGBTQ++ Rights timeline\, matching Icons to significant moments in history. Dolly Parton’s Light of the Clear Blue Morning in 1977 aligns with Anita Bryant and the S.O.C.\, Bette Midler’s Do You Wanna Dance & Sylvester’s You Make Me Feel aligns with a post Stonewall New York (1971-73) of Bathhouses and Gay owned Discos. The creation of the Pride flag 1979/80 and Diana Ross’ I’m Coming Out! Young’s passion for history and where the movement is today comes across with laughter\, heart and great love. Young’s been seen all around town at Davenports\, Hydrate\, the Park West\, 3160 and Drury Lane Water Tower and out of town at The Dunes Resort\, Don’t Tell Mama in NYC\, The Duplex NYC and The Stonewall Inn. \nThe Den Theatre and comedy club is pleased to host Out and Proud: A Rainbow Icon Celebration on June 19-20\, 2025 at 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/out-and-proud-a-rainbow-icon-celebration/
LOCATION:The Den Theater\, 1331 N Milwaukee Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T233000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250418T210634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T210634Z
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SUMMARY:Perfume Genius ‘Glory Tour’
DESCRIPTION:Hadreas\, a Seattle native\, began his music career in 2008 and released his debut album\, Learning\, in 2010 via long-time label home Matador. The album immediately captured critics’ attention\, with Pitchfork praising its “eviscerating and naked” songs\, marked by “heartbreaking sentiments and bruised characterizations delivered in a voice that ranges from an ethereal croon to a slightly cracked warble.” These descriptors became the hallmarks of Perfume Genius – Hadreas’ unique ability to convey emotional vulnerability not only lyrically\, but with his impressively nuanced vocals.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/perfume-genius-glory-tour/
LOCATION:Vic Theater\, 3145 North Sheffield Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T213000
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
CREATED:20250423T025122Z
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SUMMARY:Artemis Singers: Goddesses\, Rage! Concert and Dance
DESCRIPTION:Annual Pride Concert and Dance\nSaturday\, June 14\, 2025 at VanderCook College of Music in Bronzeville on the IIT campus. Come RAGE with us!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/artemis-singers-godesses-rage-concert-and-dance/
LOCATION:VanderCook College of Music\, 3125 S. Federalist\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T220000
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SUMMARY:Elder\, Goosby & Price
DESCRIPTION:In Randall Goosby\, the pioneering American composer Florence Price “has her ideal champion\,” writes The Guardian\, “his playing full of old-school warmth and breadth but never schmaltzy.” Price’s beguiling violin concerto shares a program with Prokofiev’s enchanting Seventh Symphony\, composed for a children’s radio broadcast. The suite from Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg gathers stirring moments from Wagner’s opera.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/elder-goosby-price/
LOCATION:Chicago Symphony Orchestra\, 220 S. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60604\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T235900
DTSTAMP:20260612T200028
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SUMMARY:Grace Jones and Janelle Monáe
DESCRIPTION:Featuring: QUEEN! at the Carousel in collaboration with Metro/smartbar \nGrace Jones–the trailblazing icon of music\, fashion\, and film–takes the Ravinia stage for the first time this summer\, delivering a mesmerizing performance that defies genre and expectation. Throughout her career\, the multi-talented artist has woven music across styles\, bringing together disco\, new wave post-punk\, art pop\, industrial\, reggae\, and gospel\, creating “a tight sound that is distinctly hers” (Vice). Rolling Stone celebrates her remarkable influence\, writing\, “So many performers are said to be larger than life\, but the show biz cliché has never been truer than it is for Grace Jones.” \nJones is joined by Janelle Monáe–a trailblazer in her own right\, making her own Ravinia debut–whose innovative spark has led to success in music and film\, with ten Grammy nominations and performances in Glass Onion\, Harriet\, and Hidden Figures. NPR described her 2015 protest song “Hell You Talmbout” as “visceral” and “blistering\,” highlighting its powerful message against racial violence\, and Rolling Stone praised her 2013 album The Electric Lady\, highlighting Monáe’s “sheer force of freakadelic will and a radical feminist’s sense of self-exploration.”
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/grace-jones-and-janelle-monae/
LOCATION:Ravinia\, 418 Sheridan Road\, Highland Park\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T200000
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SUMMARY:Transcendent Souls Concert
DESCRIPTION:Transcendent Souls: A Celebration of Trans Identity and Sound is on June 6th from 7-8pm at Wicker Park Lutheran Church (1500 N Hoyne Ave). In order to get an accurate headcount\, please RSVP. You will receive a reminder email leading up to the event including detailed program information and sensory friendly accommodations. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/transcendent-souls-concert/
LOCATION:Wicker Park Lutheran Church\, 1500 N. Hoyne Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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