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SUMMARY:Coochies
DESCRIPTION:Coochies: The OG Hoochie Cabaret 🐾\nThe Sapphic Freaknik of Your Dreams \n“Me and my bestie\, we both look like 10s.” 💅🏾\nThis Muva’s Day\, we aren’t just doing brunch we’re doing a Full. Blown. Throwback. Welcome to the Den\, where the 90s hoochie aesthetic meets the baddest Sapphic burlesque in the city. We’re taking it back to the era of bamboo hoops\, icy lip gloss\, Hype Williams visuals\, and bass so heavy you can feel it in your chest.\nThis is a WLW/Sapphic centered space created for the girls\, the ghouls\, and the glamorous. Whether you’re a Cougar looking for a cub or a shorty looking to swing our way\, this is the only place to be.\nTHE VIBE 🐆\nExpect 90s hip-hop and R&B hits\, gritty performances\, and a room full of high-energy Muvas.\nDress Code: 90s Hoochie Excellence. Think Lil’ Kim\, Mary J. Blige\, and Foxy Brown. Animal print\, baggy denim\, airbrushed fits\, and nameplates. Dress to impress the Muvas.\nThe Sound: All 90s\, all night.\nTHE MENU 🎟️\nThe Diamond Ronnie (VIP): The ultimate HBIC experience. One throne\, two front-row seats\, a kitty bowl\, 2 drink tickets\, and the ONLY private 1-on-1 lap dance of the night.\nThe G-String Lounge: The voyeur’s paradise. Relaxed lounge seating and a front-row view of the private dances happening in the lounge.\nThe Vibrate Section: Front-row seats for the ones who want to stay in the action and keep the bills flying.\nTwinem BOGO: The bestie deal. Two entries for one low price. (Limited quantity!)\nBefore the Beeper: Early bird pricing for the fast movers. \nTHE RULES OF THE DEN (READ CAREFULLY)\n21+ Only: Valid ID required at the door.\nSafe Space: This is a Sapphic/WLW event. We prioritize the safety of our community.\nThe Men Clause: Cis-het men are only permitted if accompanied by a Cougar/female host and must bring the proper energy (and dollars). Unaccompanied men will be denied entry at the door without a refund. Vibe checks are mandatory.\nNo Refunds: All sales are final. Refunds are only considered on a strict case-by-case basis.\nDoor Price: $25 (Cash\, CashApp\, or Zelle). Buy online to save your coins for the dancers!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/coochies/
LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:burlesque-boylesque,cabaret,culture,dance-dj
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SUMMARY:Legends of Chicago Drag Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Costume Council of the Chicago History Museum is turning the spotlight on one of the city’s most colorful and influential art forms with a lively “Legends of Chicago Drag” celebration this spring at the Chicago History Museum. \nSet for Thursday\, May 21 from 6–9 p.m.\, the evening promises a spirited mix of conversation\, performance\, and tribute\, honoring the dazzling artistry and cultural impact of drag in Chicago. \nThe program centers on a panel discussion featuring beloved performers and historians Mimi Marks\, Jim Flint\, Mz Ruff N Stuff and Owen Keehnen. Together\, they’ll explore the evolution of drag in Chicago\, sharing stories from the city’s nightlife\, LGBTQ+ history\, and the performers who helped shape the scene. \nGuests can expect more than conversation. The night also includes live drag performances and a heartfelt tribute to legendary female impersonator Chilli Pepper\, whose legacy continues to inspire generations of entertainers. \nHosting the evening is emcee Mark Liberson\, with music provided by Mister Wallace. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will round out the festive atmosphere\, giving attendees plenty of time to mingle and celebrate. \nThe Costume Council has long championed fashion and cultural storytelling through engaging programs\, and this event continues that mission by honoring drag’s powerful role in shaping Chicago’s creative and social landscape. \nEvent details \nThursday\, May 21\, 2026 \n6:00–9:00 p.m. \nChicago History Museum \n1601 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL 60614
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/legends-of-chicago-drag-celebration/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts-and-galleries,drag,exhibit,panel-conversation
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SUMMARY:Lori Cannon Way - Street Naming Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join us in honoring the life and legacy of Lori Cannon\, a beloved friend\, 48th Ward neighbor\, and LGBTQ+ activist. Lori spent her life fighting for the rights and recognition of people with HIV/AIDS\, serving as the co-founder of ACT Up Chicago\, an early volunteer for Chicago House\, and a steering committee member for the NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt. In 1985\, she co-founded Groceryland (formerly Open Hand)\, a food pantry and meals on wheels service for low-income people with AIDS. She was inducted into the Chicago LGBT Hall of Face in 1994. If you knew Lori would like to speak at the street naming ceremony\, please send an email to nicole@the48thward.org.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lori-cannon-way-street-naming-ceremony/
LOCATION:5543 N. Broadway\, 5543 N. Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:activism,public-memorial
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T180000
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SUMMARY:About Face presents Re/Generation Studio 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join About Face Theatre and Chicago LGBTQ+ creatives to build the future of queer theatre together. This welcoming series of public workshops is shaped as a collective dreaming space for connecting with each other\, learning about new plays\, world-building\, and exploring new production models.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/about-face-presents-re-generation-studio-2026/
LOCATION:Goodman Theater\, 170 N Dearborn St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance,workshop-crafts
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T201500
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SUMMARY:Transcendent Souls IV
DESCRIPTION:Transcendent Souls IV is an all-cello concert of works by trans composers that explore the intersection of transness and spirituality. Often described as the instrument most similar to the human voice\, the cello offers a beautiful but imperfect imitation\, profound expression mediated by the body that produces it. This tension rhymes with religious and trans experience: the immortal soul in a mortal body\, the self reaching toward what it might become. \nJoin us for a concert of works by Ahmed Alabaca\, Lily Koslow\, Jadie Reeves\, Rina Sawayama\, Ari H. Scott\, and Asher Sizemore performed by a flock of trans cellists! Thanks so much to Fourth Presbyterian Church for welcoming us into their space\, and to the Negaunee Music Institute at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for their generous support. \nFree Admission (RSVP) • Sensory-Friendly • Masks Encouraged
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/transcendent-souls-iv/
LOCATION:Fourth Presbyterian Church\, Buchanan Chapel\, 126 E Chestnut St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T193000
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SUMMARY:AN EVENING WITH HARVEY
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful evening celebrating the life\, legacy\, and enduring impact of Harvey Milk in conjunction with what would have been his birthday on May 22. Milk was one of the first openly gay elected officials in the United States and a visionary voice for equality. \nThe evening will include a staged reading of A LETTER TO HARVEY MILK by Lesléa Newman\, directed by Elayne LeTraunik\, a moving and deeply human work that reflects on friendship\, identity\, memory\, and the transformative power of connection\, featuring Douglas Levene.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/an-evening-with-harvey/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:literary-poetry,public-memorial,theater-performance
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SUMMARY:[producing body] Presents “Spaceman”\, May 19 - June 13 at the Edge Off-Broadway
DESCRIPTION:[producingbody] is pleased to announce the Chicago premiere of Spaceman\, by Leegrid Stevens and directed by Eric Slater\, May 19 – June 13\, at The Edge Off-Broadway\, 1133 W. Catalpa Ave. \nIn Spaceman\, the difficulties of interplanetary space travel are explored in exacting detail throughout this one-woman\, sci-fi odyssey. Radiation exposure\, long term weightlessness\, low light\, extensive communication delays and poor hygiene are just a few of the challenges astronaut Molly Jennis must face as the first human to visit Mars. But she soon finds nothing compares to the psychological effects of having so much time alone. Time spent mulling over the decisions she has made and what might be waiting for her when she finally reaches her destination. \nThe cast of Spaceman includes Ashley Neal (she/her\, Molly Jennis); Allyce Torres (she/her\, ensemble puppeteer/Ares) and Amy Carpenter (she/her\, Molly Jennis U/S). \nThe production team includes Leegrid Stevens (he/him\, playwright); Eric Slater (he/him\, director); Amy Carpenter (she/her\, executive producer); Taylor Dalton (she/her\, executive producer/set design/costume design); Angela Joy Baldasare (she/her\, sound designer) and Garrett Bell (he/him\, lighting designer). \nThe Spaceman performance schedule is Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m.\, Saturdays at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 5 p.m. Ticket prices are $15-45. The running time is 100 minutes with no intermission. Tickets go on sale Friday\, April 3 at 12 p.m. at producingbody.com.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/producing-body-presents-spaceman-may-19-june-13-at-the-edge-off-broadway-2/
LOCATION:The Edge Off-Broadway\, 1133 W. Catalpa Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Chicago Queer History Walking Tours: May 23 Sex and Rebellion
DESCRIPTION:It’s IML weekend\, and to commemorate this week is all about the ways Queer people use sex to rebel. Lauren Berlant and Michael Warner argue that society’s insistence on keeping sex private and personal perpetuates the idea that straight\, cishet lives are the norm. So this week we’re going to explore the ways that queer lives were made public in the past. Learn about Cruising in the 1870s\, Lesbian hangouts from prohibition that revolutionized Jazz\, and the first major protest against Anita Bryant\, along with other sexy sites of Queer joy from the past.\nThe University of Illinois Chicago Gender and Sexuality Center presents a series of Chicago Queer History Walking Tours for Summer 2026. Tours are conducted by Daniel Williams\, a political science professor who’s been bringing the details of Chicago’s queer past to life on social media. Follow him on Instagram @Daniel.Edward.Williams \nWhen: Saturday\, May 23\, 1 pm\nStart: Bank of America Building Plaza (110 N Wacker Dr on the North Side)\nEnd: 2nd Story Bar (157 E Ohio St #2)\nDistance: apx 2 miles \nAll walking tours are free\, with tips gratefully accepted\, but not expected.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-queer-history-walking-tours-may-23-sex-and-rebellion/
LOCATION:Bank of America Plaza\, 110 N Wacker Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,education,kink/leather
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SUMMARY:Jibz Cameron: Hell in a Handbag
DESCRIPTION:A freaks freak\, artist Jibz Cameron\, best known for her multimedia alter ego Dynasty Handbag\, on her new memoir “Hell in a Handbag” \nQueer performance artist Jibz Cameron\, best known for her multimedia alter ego Dynasty Handbag\, heads to Chicago for an evening of performance\, film\, and readings celebrating the debut of her memoir. Entitled Hell in a Handbag\, the book traces Cameron’s unique perspective shaped by a childhood spent with hippie clowns in Northern California\, to making morbid zines as a teen in the East Bay punk scene\, to in-your-face experiences of misogyny in New York City’s avant-garde theater scene. By turns both frank and funny\, Cameron addresses the impact of addiction and mental illness in her life\, as well as her mother’s suicide\, in a candid account of her journey. This personal narrative culminates in the birth of Dynasty Handbag\, and her gutting commentary on contemporary life. In a first\, both Jibz Cameron and Dynasty Handbag will appear each evening to tell the story of these intimately intertwined halves of one iconic individual. \nPlease note: This program contains mature content including mentions of suicide and self-harm.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/jibz-cameron-hell-in-a-handbag/
LOCATION:Logan Center for the Arts\, 915 E 60th St\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Zentrø
DESCRIPTION:Zentrø\, our Global Kink and Leather Main Event alongside Brüt\, will be at the Epiphany Center for the Arts on Saturday\, May 23rd. Our DJ lineup includes local legend Blu 9 alongside the iconic Kevin Aviance and British import James Hurr spinning House\, Funk\, Techno\, Tech House\, & Circuit.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/zentro/
LOCATION:Epiphany Center for the Performing Arts\, 201 S. Ashland Avenue\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,kink/leather
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T120000
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SUMMARY:ChiPride Volunteering + Friends of the Forest Preserves – LaBagh Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join LGBTQ+ and Ally Volunteers as we partner with Friends of the Forest Preserves on Chicago’s Northwest Side! Volunteers will perform a variety of tasks that will include removing invasive species\, seed collecting\, and potentially helping to care for some native plant areas. \nWhat to Wear:\nVolunteers should wear weather appropriate attire suitable for working in a forest setting. We suggest these additional items:\nInsect repellant\nSunscreen\nHat and/or sunglasses\nWater and snacks to stay hydrated and energized \nFriends of the Forest Preserves will provide all work items on site (gloves\, trowels\, clippers\, etc.)
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chipride-volunteering-friends-of-the-forest-preserves-labagh-woods/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:volunteer
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SUMMARY:May's Queer Swing Dance!
DESCRIPTION:We’re nearly a year in now and we’re looking forward to bringing you another addition of Queer Swing Chicago’s monthly dance! \nCome celebrate my (Vic’s) birthday that’s officially on the 22nd! \nA beginner friendly\, no partner or experience needed class will be taught by our very own Jay Sheaffer from 6-7\, and The Rusty Gates will play two sets from 7:00-9:30! \nTne Rusty Gates features:\n————————–\nMichael Faltesek – guitar and vocals\nRed Weber – bass\nEric Schneider – tenor and clarinet\nVictor Celania – drums and vocals\nPrice:\n——\n$20 donation is requested\, but we have a sliding scale so no one is turned away. We want everyone to have access to this event!\nLocation:\n———\nKeep in mind the entry to the venue is in the alley of Belle Plaine.\nDress:\n——\nDress comfortably in clothes you can move in\, as well as slidier shoes are easier to dance in than tennis shoes (dancers prefer vans and flat soled shoes like that) \nQuestions? Feel free to email lindyhop4life@gmail.com \nThanks and we look forward to seeing you soon! \nSincerely\,\nVic Celania and Jay Sheaffer\nQueer Swing Chicago Organizers
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/mays-queer-swing-dance/
LOCATION:Traffic Jam Swing\, 4043 N Ravenswood Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,workshop-crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260525T040000
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SUMMARY:Global Kink and Leather Closing Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we finish the inaugural Global Kink and Leather Weekend with our Closing Party at the House of Blues Chicago on Sunday\, May 24. You will find circuit legends Alex Acosta and Dani Toro spinning up in the Foundation Room while Chicago’s rising stars DOGGPOUND get your toes tapping on the Backporch (ground floor venue). And the great thing is you will have access to both dance floors throughout the entire night so you can change the vibe whenever you want!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/global-kink-and-leather-closing-party/
LOCATION:House of Blues Chicago\, 329 N Dearborn St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,kink/leather
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174408
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T172327Z
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SUMMARY:Mezcla's Writers Group Meetup
DESCRIPTION:A quarterly meetup for writers in the Chicagoland area to come together and write in a supportive/collaborative environment. \nMezcla’s Writers Group is a quarterly meetup for writers in the Chicagoland area to come together and write in a supportive environment. \nMezcla’s Writers Group is a quarterly meetup for writers in the Chicagoland area to come together and write in a supportive/collaborative environment. \nThis group focuses on the act of writing itself rather than on finishing a polished piece. We aim to create a comfortable space where writers can escape the distractions of home or work and concentrate on their writing. \nThis month\, we will convene at the Jamii Center for Arts and Media in partnership with Black Alphabet. Powered by Black Alphabet\, the Jamii Center was born out of a desire to explore how art and wellness can serve as powerful tools to gather\, heal\, and empower communities. \nIf you’re looking for motivation to start writing\, get back into it after a break\, create a writing routine\, or finally finish that project you’ve been putting off\, this group is the perfect fit for you.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/mezclas-writers-group-meetup/
LOCATION:Jamii Center for Arts & Media\, 3850 S Indiana Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,workshop-crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T200000
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SUMMARY:Q Force: May Q Salon
DESCRIPTION:If you’re frustrated by our country’s crawl towards authoritarianism\, you’re not alone. Unfortunately\, America is not unique in its struggle against wannabe dictators and authoritarians. People across the globe have been resisting authoritarians for centuries. \nAnd\, thankfully\, many of them have succeeded and left behind lessons for us to learn and implement here in the US. \nWhat are those lessons? That’s what we’re discussing in our next salon. Retired judge\, activist\, Political Science professor\, and Q Forcer Jim Snyder will lead us through recent successes in resisting illiberal and authoritarian states\, what lessons we can learn from their resistance\, and how we can implement them here at home. \nJoin us on Tuesday\, May 26 at the Annoyance Theatre for: We Aren’t Alone: Lessons From Those Who Have Resisted Authoritarians And Won. \nAs always\, doors will open at 6pm and we’ll start the meeting at 6:30pm.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/q-force-may-q-salon/
LOCATION:The Annoyance Theater\, 851 W Belmont Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,panel-conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174408
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SUMMARY:Bolingbrook Pride Month Proclamation
DESCRIPTION:Bolingbrook doesn’t just talk about supporting their LGBTQ+ residents. They’ve put it in writing. Their policy manual and social services regulations now explicitly protect gender identity\, sexual orientation\, and reproductive health decisions. That’s real. That’s rare. And it deserves a room full of people saying thank you. \nCome celebrate the reading of the Pride Month Proclamation at the Village Board Meeting on Tuesday\, May 26th! \nArrive at Bolingbrook Village Hall (375 W. Briarcliff) by 7:15 pm so we can sit together as a community. The meeting begins at 7:30\, and the proclamation is early on the agenda. \nWear your brightest Pride colors. Bring your friends\, your family\, your neighbors. Let’s pack that room\, make some noise (respectfully!)\, and make it clear that this community is watching\, grateful\, and showing up.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/bolingbrook-pride-month-proclamation/
LOCATION:Bolingbrook Village Hall\, 375 Briarcliff Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440-3825\, United States
CATEGORIES:pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T193000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174408
CREATED:20260507T015716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T062733Z
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SUMMARY:Community Dialogue: Stories of Pride
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free community dialogue about LGBTQ+ Pride and parades\, marches\, and protests in partnership with Pride Chicago! \nHeld in connection with the 2026 Chicago Pride Parade\, this public gathering fosters storytelling\, reflection\, and exchange across generations to cultivate community\, connection\, and pride. \nThe community dialogue will feature 4 storytellers from The Dialogue Project who will share key experiences with LGBTQ+ Pride Parades and the importance of being free to be proud! After these stories\, we will break into small groups to dialogue and hear from one another. \nThis free event will take place on Wednesday\, May 27th\, from 5:30-7:30 pm at the Hooper Leven Theater at the Center on Halsted (3rd floor). \nAll are welcome! RSVP to let us know you’re coming! \nCome early to mingle! Doors open at 5:00 pm. \nArtwork in the event banner made by participants of The LGBTQ+ Intergenerational Dialogue Project.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/community-dialogue-stories-of-pride/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,education,networking-mixer,panel-conversation,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T193000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174408
CREATED:20260515T000938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T013902Z
UID:10002413-1779903000-1779910200@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:Community Dialogue: Stories of Pride
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free community dialogue about LGBTQ+ Pride and parades\, marches\, and protests in partnership with Pride Chicago!\nHeld in connection with the 2026 Chicago Pride Parade\, this public gathering fosters storytelling\, reflection\, and exchange across generations to cultivate community\, connection\, and pride. \nThe community dialogue will feature 4 storytellers from The Dialogue Project who will share key experiences with LGBTQ+ Pride Parades and the importance of being free to be proud! After these stories\, we will break into small groups to dialogue and hear from one another.\nThis free event will take place on Wednesday\, May 27th\, from 5:30-7:30 pm at the Hooper Leven Theater at the Center on Halsted (3rd floor).\nAll are welcome! RSVP to let us know you’re coming!\nCome early to mingle! Doors open at 5:00 pm
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/community-dialogue-stories-of-pride-2/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,education,panel-conversation,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174408
CREATED:20260429T040108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T012511Z
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SUMMARY:Pride Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Kick off Pride season with Sip\, Slay\, Solve: HRC Chicago Pride Trivia—a fun\, fast-paced night of queer trivia\, community\, and friendly competition. Test your knowledge of LGBTQ history\, pop culture\, Chicago gay history\, queer icons\, and more for a chance to win a grand prize. Single or team players welcomed. \nTickets are $15 for individuals or $60 for groups of up to 6\, with a limited early bird special of $10 single tickets and $50 for groups (HURRY\, EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS MAY 6.) \nWhether you come to compete\, celebrate\, or just sip and slay\, join HRC Chicago for a fabulous kickoff to Pride Month.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pride-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Goodtimes Brewery & Kitchen\, 3827 N. Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:games-trivia,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174408
CREATED:20260521T055859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T170355Z
UID:10001900-1779906600-1779913800@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:Pride Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Kick off Pride season with Sip\, Slay\, Solve: HRC Chicago Pride Trivia—a fun\, fast-paced night of queer trivia\, community\, and friendly competition. Test your knowledge of LGBTQ history\, pop culture\, Chicago gay history\, queer icons\, and more for a chance to win a grand prize. Single or team players welcomed. \nTickets are $15 for individuals or $60 for groups of up to 6\, with a limited early bird special of $10 single tickets and $50 for groups (HURRY\, EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS MAY 6.) \nWhether you come to compete\, celebrate\, or just sip and slay\, join HRC Chicago for a fabulous kickoff to Pride Month.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pride-trivia-night-2/
LOCATION:Goodtimes Brewery & Kitchen\, 3827 N. Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:games-trivia,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174408
CREATED:20260423T173332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T063718Z
UID:10001876-1779985800-1779994800@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:OUT OF THE OFFICE Kick off Pride Month in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:THE 25th ANNUAL OUT OF THE OFFICE Kick-Off Pride Month 2026 at Chicago’s Premiere LGBTQ Networking Event\nJoin hundreds of revelers at the official Kick-Off to LGBTQ+ Pride Month in Chicago. \nHelp raise money for event beneficiary The Legacy Project’s WE WILL NOT BE ERASED campaign.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/out-of-the-office-kick-off-pride-month-in-chicago/
LOCATION:The Godfrey\, 127 W Huron St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,happy-hour,networking-mixer,outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T220000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174408
CREATED:20260521T165329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T165329Z
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SUMMARY:“The Last Word\,” an Adventure Screenplay with a Cocktail Experience\, Announces Summer Performances
DESCRIPTION:The Last Word\, created by Declan Grogan\, announces performance dates each month from May to August\, at the iO Theater\, 1501 N. Kingsbury St. \nThe Last Word is the ONLY craft cocktail progression paired with a screenplay. The story is based on Chartreuse\, a real-life liqueur that sells millions of bottles every year\, but only two people in the world know how to make it. When Mike finds one dying in the woods and is given the only known copy of the recipe\, he has to decide whether to return it to the monastery that keeps it safe or die trying. Audiences may experience a high-action comedy script complete with lights\, sound\, music and other fun surprises throughout the night\, including four cocktails crafted specifically for each act of the show. Finally\, at The Last Word\, there is only one rule: No one knows what will happen tonight. Content warning: flashing lights\, loud sounds\, profanity and depictions of violence. \nThe performance schedule is Thursday\, May 28 at 7 p.m.\, followed by Friday\, June 26\, Friday\, July 31 and Friday\, August 28 at 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $50 for both general admission and the drink package\, which includes four specialty cocktails and $20 for general admission tickets without the cocktail experience. Tickets are available at thelastwordshow.com.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-last-word-an-adventure-screenplay-with-a-cocktail-experience-announces-summer-performances/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:iO Theater\, 1501 N Kingsbury\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T223000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174408
CREATED:20260521T165525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T165525Z
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SUMMARY:Jackalope Theatre Company Presents World Premiere of “Andy Warhol Presents: The Cocaine Play\,” May 28 - July 6
DESCRIPTION:Jackalope Theatre Company is proud to present the world premiere of Andy Warhol Presents: The Cocaine Play\, written and directed by Terry Guest\, May 28 – July 6\, at the Broadway Armory Park\, 5917 N Broadway St. \nAndy Warhol Presents: The Cocaine Play is set in New York City where Andy Warhol (no\, not that Andy Warhol) is stuck. He hasn’t finished a painting in years and has no new ideas. When a mysterious actress named Marilyn Monroe (no\, not that Marilyn Monroe) stumbles into his life\, she sends him down an epic path of madness\, murder\, betrayal and the desperate pursuit of fame\, sex and beauty. Andy Warhol presents: The Cocaine Play is a 100% fake story about 100% real people that spans three decades and asks how far one is willing to go for the chance at superstardom. \nThe performance schedule is Mondays\, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. with no Friday or Saturday evening performances on July 3 and July 4. Tickets are $15 – $45 with student and Edgewater resident discounts available. Subscription and single tickets are now available at JackalopeTheatre.org or call/text the box office at 773.340.2543.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/jackalope-theatre-company-presents-world-premiere-of-andy-warhol-presents-the-cocaine-play-may-28-july-6/
LOCATION:Broadway Armory Park\, 5917 N. Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260527T174408
CREATED:20260409T143906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T031011Z
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SUMMARY:Go Girl\, Saugatuck!
DESCRIPTION:Go Girl! Saugatuck is an inclusive-of-all on the female spectrum women’s weekend just two miles from Lake Michigan that’s been kicking it since 2016. \nComedy\, Burlesque\, Drag Kings\, Live Music followed by women DJs will fill your nights after days jammed with workshops\, pool games\, women vendors whose Pride is usually the same or the following weekend! \nALL EVENTS FROM FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY ARE AT THE DUNES RESORT EXCLUSIVELY\, the largest gay resort in the country. Yes\, The Dunes is popular and kinda pricey\, but we’ve arranged for no extra per person charges so fill up those rooms and come co-create a fine community at Go Girl! Saugatuck.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/go-girl-saugatuck-2/
LOCATION:The Dunes Resort\, 333 Blue Star Hwy.\, Douglas\, MI\, 49406\, United States
CATEGORIES:camping-resort,culture,dance-dj,day-party,networking-mixer,sports-recreation,wellness,workshop-crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174408
CREATED:20260523T062409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T172111Z
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: TURA!
DESCRIPTION:The Chicago Public Library’s Harold Washington Library Center will host a screening of the documentary TURA!\, about the life of pioneering Asian American burlesque performer\, dancer and cult film star Tura Satana on Friday\, May 29 in the Cindy Prtizker Auditorium. \nLead actor in John Waters’ favorite film\, Faster\, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!\, Satana faced incredible odds as a Japanese American woman growing up in post-World War II Chicago but became a cultural icon and entertainment innovator by sheer force of will. Please join us for a celebration of the life and work of a remarkable woman who literally kicked down the doors of pop culture and whose story serves as a wonderful bridge between the AANHPI and Pride month festivities.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/film-screening-tura/
LOCATION:Harold Washington Library\, 400 South State Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T210000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174409
CREATED:20260523T062538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T230954Z
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SUMMARY:Music for Love: Pride Showcase benefiting Youth Outlook
DESCRIPTION:Get a head start on Pride Month while raising money to support LGBTQIA+ youth. \nDAMN BEAVER PRODUCTIONS proudly presents an evening of queer and gender expansive musicians. \nHeadlined by NIK PERSON and featuring performances by BEAVERHEAD\, LADY LOVE\, and THE WOODRUFFS\, this evening will showcase a range of musical styles by some of the area’s best Queer and Gender Expansive musicians. \nHeld at GROOVE STREET\, DeKalb’s newest premiere music venue\, featuring an intimate environment and comfortable seating. We hope to see you there \nThis is a FREE show\, but free will donations will be donated to YOUTH OUTLOOK**. \nNOTE: This is a NO ALCOHOL venue. ALL AGES are welcome. \n— \nYOUTH OUTLOOK celebrates\, empowers\, and advocates for LGBTQ+ youth by providing affirming\, accessible\, and essential services that meet the ever-evolving needs of young people ages 5-24\, their families\, and communities across northern and central Illinois.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/music-for-love-pride-showcase-benefiting-youth-outlook/
LOCATION:Groove Street\, 209 Groove Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115-3701\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T220000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174409
CREATED:20260416T044943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T044943Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Repertory Ballet's Spring Series
DESCRIPTION:MAY 29 – 31 | RUTH PAGE CENTER FOR THE ARTS\nREPERTORY INCLUDES:\nTHE RITE OF SPRING – WADE SCHAAF\nWORLD PREMIERE – YANIS ERIC PIKIERIS\nWORLD PREMIERE – WADE SCHAAF\nJoin Chicago Repertory Ballet for an exhilarating Spring Series that celebrates repertory\, reinvention\, and bold new voices. Anchoring the our Spring Series is the remounting of Founding Artistic Director Wade Schaaf’s The Rite of Spring\, set to Igor Stravinsky’s watershed score. \nCRB has not performed this ballet since its striking 2021 presentation on Crickett Hill\, and we are thrilled to bring this monumental work to the stage at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts. Drawing inspiration from the Ballets Russes era while infusing it with CRB’s contemporary classical sensibility\, Schaaf’s Rite is visceral\, ritualistic\, and theatrically charged — a work that honors tradition while boldly reinterpreting it for today’s audiences. \nThe program also features a world premiere work by choreographer Yanis Eric Pikieris. Known for his sweeping physicality and intricate musicality\, Pikieris crafts movement that is both architecturally precise and emotionally expansive. His choreography demands virtuosity while revealing the humanity of the dancer — an arresting combination that has quickly distinguished his voice. \nAlso on the program is a world premiere by Founding Artistic Director Wade Schaaf. Schaaf’s work has been described as “musically sophisticated and dramatically immediate\,” blending structural rigor with an unflinching theatrical instinct. This new creation continues their exploration of contemporary classical form\, pushing the company’s artists both technically and expressively. \nDo not miss these exciting works including the Chicago premiere of Miami based choreographer Yanis Eric Pikieris!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-repertory-ballets-spring-series/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Ruth Page Center for the Arts\, 101 N. Dearborn St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T220000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174409
CREATED:20260521T172010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T172029Z
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SUMMARY:Curious Theatre Branch Presents Revival of “Talking About Godard\,” May 29 - June 28
DESCRIPTION:Curious Theatre Branch\, launches its 38th Season\, with the revival of Talking About Godard\, written by Beau O’Reilly and directed by Beau O’Reilly with Briavael O’Reilly\, May 29 – June 28\, at Facility Theatre\, 1138 N. California Ave. \nIn Talking About Godard\, three restless artists live awkwardly together. Helen chain smokes\, has sex with whomever and talks straight. Mary Barnes is obsessed with the films of Jean Luc Godard and is determined to make her own Godard film in Super 8. A neighborhood thug named Leon helps Chrissy by stealing suitcases from O’Hare and adds to the spoils of the household. Then a French caller comes looking for love. The play examines female friendship and cohabitation in the 90s\, the artistic process and how groups do and don’t satisfy our needs. \nTalking About Godard was originally produced by The Curious Theatre Branch in 1996 and its cast included Jenny Magnus (Helen)\, Vicki Walden (Mary Barnes) and Paul Leisen (Leon)\, who repeat their original roles in this revival. New cast members include Kristin Garrison (Chrissy) and Jayita Bhattacharya (Leon). \nThe performance takes place Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. The running time is currently 90 minutes with no intermission. Tickets are priced on a “pay what you can” scale\, with a suggested price of $25. For more information about Talking About Godard visit CuriousTheatreBranch.com.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/curious-theatre-branch-presents-revival-of-talking-about-godard-may-29-june-28/
LOCATION:Facility Theatre\, 1138 N. California Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T210000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174409
CREATED:20260521T162742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T162742Z
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SUMMARY:Mt. Vernon Pride in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Pride In The Park returns on May 30th\, 2026\, at the Rolland Lewis Building in Veterans Park\, right here in Mt. Vernon\, Illinois.\nBeginning at 10 AM\, we welcome the entire LGBTQIA community—and all allies—to join us for a full day of celebration. Enjoy an exciting lineup of vendors\, food\, music\, entertainment\, resources\, and more as we come together in pride and joy. \nAdmission is completely free. \nBring some cash if you’d like to shop LGBTQIA‑themed merchandise or support local and queer‑owned businesses and artists.\nWe still have vendor spots and sponsorship opportunities available. If you’re interested in setting up a booth\, performing\, volunteering\, or sponsoring this year’s event or upcoming events please email Out.Mt.Vernon@gmail.com for details.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/mt-vernon-pride-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Rolland Lewis Building\, 800 S. 27th St.\, Mt. Vernon\, IL\, 62864\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,outdoor,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260527T174409
CREATED:20260507T020000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T020000Z
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SUMMARY:Dim Sum & Drag: Avatar The Last Brunch Bender
DESCRIPTION:Dim Sum & Drag presents Avatar The Last Brunchbender! Join your favorite Asian drag performers to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month & five years of DS&D with the ultimate ATLA brunch at Furama (4936 N. Broadway). \nCosplay encouraged to win prizes! \nSeating at 12pm + 2:30pm \n_____________________________________________ \nHosted by: \nLuv Ami-Stoole \n_____________________________________________ \nShows by: \nAbhijeet \nApsara Chan \nD’Cameron May \nKybo Adobo \nMarkiki Jones \nTy Me Up \n_____________________________________________ \n$40 advance tickets // 18+ to enter\, 21+ to drink \nTickets include buffet-style dim sum and 1.5hr seatings with a drag show (vegetarian options available) \n_____________________________________________ \nPlease note: All tickets are open seating. Group tickets guarantee that your party will be seated together\, although other parties may also be at your table. \nEmail aqueerpridechicago@gmail.com for larger parties\, additional inquiries\, or accessibility needs.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/dim-sum-drag-avatar-the-last-brunch-bender/
LOCATION:Furama Restaurant\, 4936 North Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:brunch,drag
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