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SUMMARY:Brave Space Alliance: Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the space at 1 pm next Wednesday\, June 18\, for a Juneteenth Celebration! Spend the afternoon with community over double dutch and spades tournaments and free food ☀️ \nRSVP with jahiemj@bravespacealliance.org — all are welcome!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/brave-space-alliance-juneteenth/
LOCATION:Brave Space Alliance\, 1515 E 52nd Place\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,day-party,education-history,sports-recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T223000
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SUMMARY:Movies in the Park: Wizard of Oz Sing-Along
DESCRIPTION:June 13\, 2025 – Follow the yellow brick road to Morton Grove for a fun\, outdoor\, summer movie with a sing-along Wizard of Oz (1939). Feel free to bring a picnic and chairs or blanket\, and dress up in an Oz inspired costume for a costume parade. Come by any time 6:30 or later and enjoy resource tables\, crafts\, popcorn\, and more. This fun and festive event is open to all and family friendly. The event is part of the Morton Grove Has Pride initiative celebrating our LGBTQIA2S+ community. Learn more about Morton Grove Pride and events taking place throughout the year at mortongrovepride.org. \nResource Tables and Crafts: 6:30 – 8:30 pm\nBalloon artist: 7 pm – 8:30 pm\nCostume Parade: 7:30 pm\nMovie begins at dark \nRain/inclement weather plan:\nIf the weather is bad this event will be held at the Morton Grove Public Library instead of the park.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/movies-in-the-park-wizard-of-oz-sing-along/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:cabaret,culture,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T180000
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SUMMARY:The Cacica & Cacique Coronation for the Puerto Rican People's Parade
DESCRIPTION:The PRCC’s Annual Coronation is more than a celebration—a vibrant tradition that honors our shared heritage and strengthens our community spirit. When we invest in community and culture\, we safeguard our collective health and future. This event is not just a tradition as we face critical budget threats\, but part of our response that calls us all to build empathy and community involvement to build our Barrio. \nCelebrate and help us build a stronger\, inclusive\, thriving Barrio Borikén. \nDonate today—$30 Coronation Pre-Sale
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-cacica-cacique-coronation-for-the-puerto-rican-peoples-parade/
LOCATION:Fantasy Nightclub\, 3641 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,culture,dance-dj
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T180000
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SUMMARY:Sidetrack's 43rd Anniversary Party
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to join us for our 43rd Anniversary Celebration on Thursday\, June 12\, from 6pm-2am! Join us for $3 Cocktails/Beers/Frozens* all night! We appreciate your business all year long and sincerely hope you are able to join us this evening to celebrate YOU! \n\nCome hungry because we’ll provide lite bites during the evening! Don’t miss your chance to win fun prizes in our annual drawings at 8:30 & 11:00\, and dance & sing the night away to a mix of All Things Sidetrack celebrating 43 years of serving the Chicago LGBTQIA+ Community and hosted by Boy J and Veronica Pop.\nWe continue our tradition of supporting Groceryland\, so please bring a new personal grooming\, cleaning product or paper product and/or feel free to make a cash donation at the door.\nNo Cover…it’s Sidetrack.\n\n*Some exclusions apply\, including bottled wine and shots
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/sidetracks-43rd-anniversary-party/
LOCATION:Sidetrack\, 3349 N Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,dance-dj
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250616
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SUMMARY:The Getaway
DESCRIPTION:4 Days\, 3 Nights\nThe Pop-Up Pride Weekend Getaway \nA Pride Month weekend designed as a fun\, music-filled escape. It’s a celebration of LGBTQ+ life and the diverse allies who stand with us—open\, vibrant\, intersectional\, and community-first. \nIt’s about belonging\, relaxing\, dancing\, reconnecting to nature\, and resetting from the stresses of the world with chosen family and new friends!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-getaway/
LOCATION:Campit Outdoor Resort\, 6635 118th Ave.\, Fennville\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:camping-resort,culture,dance-dj,day-party,festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T160000
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DTSTAMP:20250529T161727Z
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SUMMARY:Neutral Gena's Perfect Pride Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an all-building Pride celebration featuring live music\, drag\, and burlesque all day long! \nHosted by Neutral Gena\, TiKi Vonte\, Spjork\, and Yuiza Beach\nFeaturing…VIP lounge with Khloe Coulee & 9INE (4:30) // Lilith Baylon & Angelica Grace (6:00) \nStartenders Lucy Stoole and Grelley Duvall (6:30-8:30)\, DJ sets by DJ El Brujo (4:30) + DJ Ca$h Era (7:00\, 9:00\, 10:30)\, Drag showcases by Fabby Tingz (6:00)\, Neutral Gena\, TiKi Vonte\, Spjork\, and Yuiza Beach (8:00)\, and Haus of Banks (9:30)\, Burlesque showcase by Haus of Slick (11:00) \nInstallations by Pagina\nPhotos by Glitter Guts\nTHC/CBD seltzers by Marz Community Brewing\nFood by Tacomotora (until 11PM)\nIce cream by The Sugar Hole (until 8PM)
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/neutral-genas-perfect-pride-party/
LOCATION:Color Club\, 4146 North Elston Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts-and-galleries,culture,dance-dj
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SUMMARY:TRANSDUCERZ
DESCRIPTION:TRANSDUCERZ is a special benefit day rave paying tribute to the major contributions trans individuals have made to the field of electronic music\, and to help raise funds for the Trans Youth Emergency Project. We’ll be featuring a variety of local talent from under the umbrella for a one of a kind night of dancing\, connection\, and legacy – retro nightlife looks not necessary\, but highly encouraged! \n+ Early bird goodies include Trans Girl Magic cupcakes from Jennivee’s Bakery and a special collection of reading material from Women & Children First Books! \n+ Ready for a new look? Along with tarot\, art\, and even a selection of speciality tea blends\, vendors will include handmade clothes\, gender-affirming hair stylists\, and tattoo artists! \n+ Fellow creatives are encouraged to leave their card at the bar to help foster more inter-community connections! \n\n\nLineup\n\n\nDJ Monét\, Makina Minion\, BIOFREQUÉ\, Julian Green\, flomo\, Vivi Video Vixen\, DREAMGXRL98
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/transducerz/
LOCATION:California Clipper\, 1002 N California Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,culture,dance-dj,festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T190000
DTSTAMP:20250604T053511Z
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SUMMARY:All My Relations Pride Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Trickster Cultural Center’s 2025 Pride Celebration would like to honor diversity through Native drum and dance\, various artists\, resource exchanges\, and vendor fair at Trickster Cultural Center in Schaumburg\, IL.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/all-my-relations-pride-celebration/
LOCATION:Trickster Cultural Center\, 190 S. Roselle Road\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60193\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,dance-dj,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T130000
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SUMMARY:Evanston Pride: Car Parade
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to drive in our car parade or join us at cheering/gathering spot along the route and show your support to all participating. \nCheck out the link for the drive sign-up\, the gathering spot sign-up\, and the route! \nCar Parade Details Here
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/evanston-pride-car-parade/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:culture,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T200000
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SUMMARY:Windy City Times @40: Breaking News. Breaking Silence.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception at Gerber/Hart of this special exhibit looking back at 40 years of Windy City Times\, Chicago’s LGBTQ+ newspaper and media company. The opening reception from 6-8 PM will feature a conversation with co-founder of Windy City Times Tracy Baim and historian John D’Emilio night. Tickets are $50 and include appetizers and beverages. \nWindy City Times @40: Breaking News\, Breaking Silence will be on display in the Sandfield Exhibition Gallery from through January 2026. The exhibit includes dozens of covers from Windy City Times\, Outlines\, BLACKlines\, En La Vida\, Nightlines and more. Plus special photos from the 1987 March on Washington\, the first major AIDS protests and benefits\, parades\, pioneers\, and nonprofits. Some of these images have never been seen by the public. Also see buttons\, posters\, t-shirts\, and other special items from the past. The exhibition and reception will take place on the second floor of 6500 N Clark Street. Stairs are located inside the front door (by the entrance to Walgreens). An elevator is located at the end of the hallway (past the Howard Brown front desk).
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/windy-city-times-40-breaking-news-breaking-silence/
LOCATION:Gerber/Hart\, 6500 North Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL\, IL\, 60626\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts-and-galleries,culture,exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250526T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T020000
DTSTAMP:20250418T180618Z
CREATED:20250418T180618Z
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SUMMARY:IML Parties – CircuitMOM
DESCRIPTION:Series of events celebrating International Mr. Leather from May 22 – May 27
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/iml-parties-circuitmom/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:culture,dance-dj,kink/leather
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T170000
DTSTAMP:20250521T220658Z
CREATED:20250521T220658Z
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SUMMARY:Super Sapphic
DESCRIPTION:In Metro: Iceybby * Stasney * Virago In smartbar: CTRLZORA * Madeline * Vitigrrl Performances by: Angelica Grace * Darling Shear * Irregular Girl * Siichele Masc-Off \nHosted by: Po’ Chop GOGO Dancers: Fierce * Mocha Mocha 2.0 * Ramona Slick Hosted by: Party Mom Kristen * Pepper Jelly * Your Godmutha Tristen
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/super-sapphic/
LOCATION:Metro/Smartbar\, 3730 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,dance-dj
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T235900
DTSTAMP:20250502T013935Z
CREATED:20250419T064737Z
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SUMMARY:Asians & Friends May Fundraiser @Holiday Club
DESCRIPTION:Asians and Friends Chicago (AFC)\, a social group for LGBTQ Asians\, allies and those interested in Asian cultures\, will host a celebration of song featuring AFC “celebrities”ndisguised in elaborate costumes during Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) month\, all to support its 2025 Chicago Pride Parade float and related activities. \nAFC’s LGBTQ “Masquerade Songbird” evening will take place on Sat.\, May 17\, 2025\, at the Holiday Club\, 4000 N. Sheridan in Chicago at 7 p.m. In addition to the lively singing competition\, D.J. Aaron Sager will provide musical entertainment and support the songbirds as they strut their stuff in ornate\, homespun costumes. Much like the popular TV show\, guest judges will try to identify the singer and whittle the competition down to a final winner.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/asians-friends-may-fundraiser-holiday-club/
LOCATION:Holiday Club\, 4000 N. Sheridan Rd.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,culture,networking-mixer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTSTAMP:20250422T034433Z
CREATED:20250421T230933Z
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SUMMARY:A Celebration of Leather Culture\, Benefiting the LA&M
DESCRIPTION:A Weekend created to kick off Leather Pride Month in Chicago\, raise awareness of our Community\, and fundraiser for the Leather Archives & Museum. \nChicago Leather Pride welcomes all gender identities\, and all expressions of kink & fetish!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/a-celebration-of-leather-culture-benefiting-the-lam/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:conference,culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T140000
DTSTAMP:20250418T035554Z
CREATED:20250312T235336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T035554Z
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SUMMARY:Explore Your Lyric
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 26\, 2025\, when Lyric throws open the doors — and the curtains! — to welcome people of all ages into the Lyric Opera House for a day of exploration and fun. If you’ve always longed to see beyond the footlights and get a glimpse of how the art is made behind-the-scenes\, this is a perfect opportunity to experience it all. From exciting presentations on stage movement to live music\, a chance to peek into the orchestra pit\, and hands-on fun\, it will be a day to remember. We can’t wait to welcome you to your Lyric Opera House!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/explore-your-lyric/
LOCATION:Lyric Opera House\, 20 N. Wacker Drive\, Chicago\, 60606
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,culture
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