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SUMMARY:Northalsted Market Days
DESCRIPTION:Northalsted Market Days® is a weekend long\, live music street festival celebrating community in Chicago’s landmark Northalsted/Lakeview neighborhood. The 1/2 mile long summer festival features all-day lineups of live music on 5 stages\, 250+ vendors\, food and drink\, dance exhibitions\, drag performance\, and more! \nMarket Days is one of Thrillist’s Can’t Miss Queer Events\, ranked in the top 10 Chicago festivals by BizBash\, and a 2023 Best of GayCities Winner for Travel Worthy Festival.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/northalsted-market-days/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:culture,dance-dj,festival,market,outdoor
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SUMMARY:The Lesbian Social Club: Market Days After Hours w/ Magan and Dayna from Netflix Queer Ultimatum
DESCRIPTION:MARKET DAYS AFTER HOURS 🏳️‍🌈✨ The festival might end\, but we don’t. Join us Friday\, August 8th from 7PM–1AM at DS Tequila for the ultimate after-hours vibe. Dance under the lights\, sip on tequila\, and keep the Market Days energy going strong. Let’s close out Day 1 our way. 💃🏽🍸🌈 All ticket tiers offer the SAME access. As each tier sells out\, the next pricing tier is released — so the earlier you buy\, the more you save!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-lesbian-social-club-market-days-after-hours-w-magan-and-dayna-from-netflix-queer-ultimatum/
LOCATION:D.S. Tequila\, 3352 N Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,dance-dj
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SUMMARY:BOOTS - Market Days Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Sun Light • Hard Music • Hot Hosts \nSaturday & Sunday\, August 9th & 10th • 4p – 10p \nTBA Rooftop in Northalsted\, Chicago\nSaturday DJs:Harry Cross • Rika B • Kiki Kumao’o • r00bies4ever \nSaturday Hosts:\nAbhijeet • Essence • Eris • Roy Denzel • Lia • Leha As The Salamander \nSunday DJs:\nDJ Thank You • Kirk • Icey Bby • cryberbully \nSunday Hosts:\nAbhijeet • Lúc Ami • Luv Ami-Stoole • Dr. Luv • pb • Boo Boo Kitty Fuck \nInstallation:\nJForPay • Pagina \n$40 Weekend Passes (limited quantity) / $25 Single Day Tickets
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/boots-market-days-weekend/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:dance-dj
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SUMMARY:David Dodd: Market Days After Party @The Promontory
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, August 9 for MEAT III\, our Market Days After Party! More than 500+ SHOWED UP & SHOWED OUT and we are not expecting anything less this year! Sounds by DJ DarrylThe Promontory\n5311 South Lake Park Avenue West\n10PM-3AM
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/david-dodd-market-days-after-party-the-promontory/
LOCATION:The Promontory\, 5311 South Lake Park Avenue West\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T140000
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SUMMARY:Old Gold at Guild Row Summer Season feat. the Good Girls DJs & friends
DESCRIPTION:She’s here: The Old Gold Summer Season kicks off June 8 and continues Second Sundays through September (July 13\, August 10\, September 14). We are excited to return to Guild Row for the third summer with the incomparable vibes our all-vinyl day party for queer fam over 30 delivers. \nThe iconic trio Good Girls DJs (Lady D\, Lori Branch\, VITIGRRL) and special guests will be dropping the needle on R&B\, house\, disco and more that will have you cutting up the patio dance floor.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/old-gold-at-guild-row-summer-season-feat-the-good-girls-djs-friends/2025-08-10/
LOCATION:Guild Row\, 3130 North Rockwell St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,day-party
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T210000
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SUMMARY:Circuitmom&Son Present: Rockstar Drama Ft Deanne\, Suri\, Karsten Sollors
DESCRIPTION:Sun • Aug 10 • 9:00 PM \nByline Bank Aragon Ballroom\, Chicago\, IL
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/circuitmomson-present-rockstar-drama-ft-deanne-suri-karsten-sollors/
LOCATION:Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom\, 1106 W Lawrence\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T160000
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SUMMARY:The White Heat Party
DESCRIPTION: THE WHITE HEAT PARTY  A Queer Outdoor Dance Affair Presented by Clandestina & DJ Gloria The Dandy Crown – 694 N. Milwaukee Ave Saturday\, August 16th | 4PM–10PM Featuring DJ Gloria & Special Guest DJ Feen $15 Early Bird Tickets Available Now! Step into the heat and WERK that white outfit at the ULTIMATE queer summer bash! We’re taking over the patio at The Dandy Crown for a sizzling outdoor dance party where the music is  hot\, the vibes are  fierce\, and the crowd is full of the finest women in the city. Dance in the breeze. Shine in your white + glitter fits. Feel the beats drop all day long. Sip summer cocktails with your crew. Celebrate QUEER JOY in full color (or all white )!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-white-heat-party/
LOCATION:The Dandy Crown\, 694 N. Milwaukee Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,day-party,outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T190000
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SUMMARY:Queer Contra Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Second Unitarian Church\, 656 W Barry Ave\nBring your friends to experience this uniquely queer\, inclusive dance. And be sure to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated! \nLesson at 6:30. Dance goes from 7:00 to 9:30.\nBeginners welcome and encouraged to come for the pre-dance lesson. \nAdmission by suggested donation of $10\, paid at the door. (Cash preferred\, but we also have a Venmo option)\nNo one turned away for lack of funds. \nIn order to make sure our space is welcoming and accessible to as much of the community as possible\, we require all dancers to wear masks. Musicians\, the caller\, and sound technicians may be unmasked in the hall. We’ll have plenty available to hand out if you don’t have one. We are no longer requiring proof of vaccination\, but we expect those who can be vaccinated have done so. \nThis is a space for everyone to feel welcome and loved. We oppose racism\, sexism\, ableism\, ageism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, or any other form of discrimination. If someone is violating your boundaries or harassing you\, please speak to an organizer. If you feel something\, say something\, and we will take action to address it.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/queer-contra-chicago-2/
LOCATION:Second Unitarian Church of Chicago\, 656 W. Barry Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,dance-dj,workshop-crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T190000
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SUMMARY:Queerchata Social
DESCRIPTION:Queerchata Social – What to expect: \n\na beginner-friendly bachata class\nbachata & salsa social dancing\nand a really great queer time!\n\nAbout the class: \nOur classes are designed with queer people\, respect\, consent\, and inclusivity at the heart of everything we do. It’s how we create a safe environment full of wholesome people\, who are here to dance\, have fun\, and build community. \nClass starts with a shines warm-up (footwork)\, followed by partner dancing. We will be switching partners often\, so you’ll get a chance to experience different styles and connections\, and meet other dancers. We offer variations of each move so dancers of all levels can be engaged. \nWant to connect with dancers before the social? Join our group chat to see who is attending and say hi!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/queerchata-social/
LOCATION:Charlie’s Chicago\, 3726 North Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,workshop-crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T020000
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SUMMARY:Slo 'Mo 14th Anniversary Family Reunion
DESCRIPTION:We’re celebrating FOURTEEN years of queer community connection\, joy\, creativity and growth! After a ten week reprieve from our monthly residency\, we’re returning to Sleeping Village for our anniversary and it’s a family reunion! Our new friends and longtime fam are invited in a good ole fashioned get down\, with throwback R&B sets by Icey Bby & VITIGRRL\, a steppin dance lesson by Darling Shear and special performances by her and Angelica Grace and bbq on the patio by Mom’s. Tribble\, our Slo ‘Mo cousin and former Queer Comedy series host\, will join Your Godmutha & Party Mom on the mic as special guest emcee. Get in on the Don Julio solo cup specials and jump in the photobooth to crystalize the night with your friends. \nSlo ‘Mo offers free masks at the box office and water stations are located in the bar and in the venue. The large patio has seating and live music amplification from the venue for anyone who prefers to spend time outside. As always\, folks who are pregnant\, postpartum\, or have any mobility challenges that would benefit from seating can reserve a booth in the bar or wheelchair designated space in the venue by emailing slomoparty@gmail.com or with any other needs or questions. Please note that there will be flash photography documentation and the potential use of fog machines\, incense and flashing lights. Sleeping Village is wheelchair accessible both indoors and on the patio. For any other questions\, please review the venue’s FAQs.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/slo-mo-14th-anniversary-family-reunion/
LOCATION:Sleeping Village\, 3734 W Belmont Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T170000
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SUMMARY:End of Summer Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Skylark on Sunday\, August 24 from 2 to 5 PM as we party with a purpose! This event benefits Trans Up Front IL. Drinks will be cold\, music by DJ Feen will be hot\, and don’t forget to snap a pic in the photo booth! \nSkylark is accessible and cash-only (ATM onsite)\, great food!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/end-of-summer-party/
LOCATION:Skylark\, 2149 S. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,day-party
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T010000
DTSTAMP:20250821T032339Z
CREATED:20250731T024459Z
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SUMMARY:FunkStick w/ Guest DJ Dirty Chancleta
DESCRIPTION:FunkStick brings the Queer Disco Sleaze back to Jackhammer on Sunday 8/24 \nThis Month we’re giving you TWO FLOORS of all vinyl Rare Disco!\nUpstairs: Guest DJ Dirty Chancleta+In The Hole: FunkStick Resident Connie Kway-Lewd \nGuest Artist Mony Kaos\nSexy Haircuts by Barber On A Bike \nFOLKS OF ALL COLORS / BACKGROUNDS / ETHNICITIES / WEIGHTS / ABILITIES / BODIES / GENDERS / GENDER EXPRESSIONS / FINANCIAL CAPABILITIES ARE WELCOME AND WANTED AT FUNKSTICK! 
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/funkstick-w-guest-dj-dirty-chancleta/
LOCATION:Jackhammer\, 6406 N Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60626\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T190000
DTSTAMP:20250821T023824Z
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SUMMARY:Charlie's Chicago: The Tea Dance
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for more tea\, CircuitFAM! We are back at Charlie’s Chicago for another tea dance; this time with Blu 9 and Mx Toto taking care of you on the decks and Sapphire Feliciano and Bella DeBalle taking care of you on the floor.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/charlies-chicago-the-tea-dance/
LOCATION:Charlie’s Chicago\, 3726 North Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,day-party
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250830T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250830T233000
DTSTAMP:20250828T144236Z
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SUMMARY:Sapphic Saturday at Sidetrack
DESCRIPTION:Attention LESBIANS AND LESBIAN LOVERS: Sapphic Saturday is the last Saturday of every month! Sidetrack’s  SAPPHIC SATURDAY  is a “No Cover” event in Main & Cherry Bar celebrating girls’ love.\n\nJoin us for Sapphic Saturday\, August 30\, from 5-9pm\, for an evening full of queer women’s anthems\, drag performances by Kari Bunne\, games\, and more!\nCome out to Sidetrack! Tell your friends to come out! Support your local lesbians!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/sapphic-saturday-at-sidetrack/
LOCATION:Sidetrack\, 3349 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj
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