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TODAY - Sunday, Jan 11, 2026

  • DIVINE 9: All Greek Day Party
    FREE
    Divine 9: All Greek Day Party
    January 11 @ 6pm - 11:59pm

    VIEW Restaurant & Experience, 1701 Roosevelt Road, Broadview, IL 60155

    DIVINE 9: All Greek Day Party. This premier experience brings together members and supporters of all nine Divine Greek Letter Organizations for a day party ...
  • Wild Hare Music Presents DJ RYBREAD
    FREE
    Wild Hare Music Presents Dj Rybread
    January 11 - January 12 @ 8pm - 12am

    The Wild Hare & Singing Armadillo Frog Sanctuary, 950 West Fulton Street, Chicago, IL 60607

    The Wild Hare invites you to soak up the sounds of the city with a complimentary live set from DJ Rybread! This event is free to attend. The Wild Hare is a ...

TOMORROW - Monday, Jan 12, 2026

  • Baby Brunch
    FREE
    Baby Brunch
    January 12 @ 10am - 12pm

    Goldfish Swim School - Elmhurst, 614 North Michigan Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126

    Join us for a delightful morning of fun and relaxation! 🏊‍♀️🍽️Swim Time: Dive into the pool from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM for some refreshing water play and ...
  • Trans/Enby Night: Two Year Anniversary!
    FREE
    Trans/Enby Night: Two Year Anniversary!
    January 12 @ 6pm - 11pm

    Dorothy, 2500 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622

    Dorothy's Trans/Enby Night returns January 12th - a free gathering of community with non-binary and trans folks to the front! Allies welcome. From 6-11pm we'll ...
  • Lit Night
    FREE
    Lit Night
    January 12 @ 6pm - 7:30pm

    3801 W Fullerton Ave, 3801 West Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647

    Sign up for the event will be begin 15 minutes before the event starts and we will have a brief break in the middle. We look forward to seeing you and ...
  • Let's Get You Home
    FREE
    Let's Get You Home
    January 12 @ 6pm - 7pm

    Begyle Brewing, 1800 West Cuyler Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613

    Buying a home is a big deal—but that doesn’t mean it has to be overwhelming. Let’s break it down, simplify the process, and make it feel way more doable (and ...
  • Bernard Terrell Cigars Presents Man 2 Man
    FREE
    Bernard Terrell Cigars Presents Man 2 Man
    January 12 @ 6pm - 9pm

    Bernard Terrell Cigars, 8322 South Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60620

    Man 2 Man — 2026Not a party.Not a panel.A conversation.Man 2 Man returns for the 2026 season — a bi-monthly gathering curated by Mr. BTC for men who value ...

Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026

  • Grown Folks Night Out!
    FREE
    Grown Folks Night Out!
    January 13 @ 5pm - 11pm

    The Cafe Where Grown Folks Play!, 17553 Kedzie Avenue, Hazel Crest, IL 60429

    Get Ready for Grown Folks Night Out! It’s that time to ditch the usual and step into a night made just for adults. Come hang with friends, meet new faces, and ...
  • We Love R&B Taco Tuesdays At The Wild Hare
    FREE Party
    We Love R&B Taco Tuesdays At The Wild Hare
    January 13 - January 14 @ 6pm - 12am. Weekly - Tuesdays

    The Wild Hare & Singing Armadillo Frog Sanctuary, 2610 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

    Who love Tacos? Come hang out at The Wild Hare and get a couple of Tacos and a 7 drinks. We start at 7pm. We got Dj Sean Mac cranking the RB Vibes. The ...
  • Modern Fiction Lilliput Bookclub: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
    FREE
    Modern Fiction Lilliput Bookclub: The Correspondent By Virginia Evans
    January 13 @ 6:30pm - 7:30pm

    Lilliput Books, 2150 North Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60614

    The Correspondent is this year's breakout hit. This is a compelling and touching epistolary (narrative through letters) novel. BYOB (there is a liquor store ...
  • TUESDAY JANUARY 13: TOMATO THROW SHOW
    FREE
    Tuesday January 13: Tomato Throw Show
    January 13 @ 7pm - 8:30pm

    The Comedy Bar - Chicago Main Stage, 162 E Superior St 3rd floor, Chicago, IL 60611

    2-Item Minimum Per GuestValid ID Required for EntryFree tickets will be sat after paid tickets have been accounted forNo Outside Food or Beverage Join us for ...
  • Sbk Salsa Tuesdays @ Renaissance Bronzeville
    January 13 - January 14 @ 7pm - 12am

    4641 S King Dr, Chicago, IL 60653, USA

    🔥 4 Fantastic Events Presents SBK Salsa Tuesdays @ Renaissance Bronzeville 🎉 Every Tuesday | 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM🎟 NO COVER | 🔞 21+ to Enter SBK Salsa ...

Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026

  • Final Impressions: Angela Costner at The Gwen
    FREE
    Final Impressions: Angela Costner At The Gwen
    January 14 @ 6pm - 8pm

    The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago, 521 North Rush Street, Chicago, IL 60611

    Join Chicago artist Angela Costner for an elegant evening marking the last opportunity to meet the artist in person, alongside a special art sale featuring ...
  • Venusian Visions: a monthly pop up tarot event at Dorothy
    FREE
    Venusian Visions: A Monthly Pop Up Tarot Event At Dorothy
    January 14 @ 6pm - 10pm

    Dorothy, 2500 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622

    Venus brings an innate connection to beauty, harmony, and pleasure to every reading. Blending the art of tarot, mediumship, and spell work, Venus offers ...
  • Wednesday January 14: Crowd Work Wednesday
    January 14 @ 7pm - 9pm

    162 E Superior St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

    2-Item Minimum Per GuestValid ID Required for EntryFree tickets will be sat after paid tickets have been accounted forNo Outside Food or Beverage Crowd Work ...
  • Wednesday Night Standup Comedy At Laugh Factory Chicago
    FREE Comedy
    Wednesday Night Standup Comedy At Laugh Factory Chicago
    January 14 @ 7pm - 8:30pm. Weekly - Wednesdays

    Laugh Factory, 3175 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657, USA

    Join us Wednesday night for Chicago's best standup comedy! Chicago's Best Standup Comedy is back and will be better than ever. We know you have been itching to ...
  • BYOC: bring your own craft night!
    FREE
    Byoc: Bring Your Own Craft Night!
    January 14 @ 7pm - 9pm

    Qahwah House Coffee - Lombard, 406 East Roosevelt Road, Lombard, IL 60148

    ________________________ all adults are welcome! 🧶📖🪡🎨 from crocheting to scrapbooking to making jewelry, bring your work-in-progress to this casual ...

Thursday, Jan 15, 2026

  • Golden Hour featuring An Evening of Jazz with Brian Citro
    FREE
    Golden Hour Featuring An Evening Of Jazz With Brian Citro
    January 15 @ 5pm - 8pm

    Epiphany Center for the Arts, 201 South Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60607

    Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden ...
  • Evanston Nouveau Club Gathering (In-Person) - 15 January
    FREE
    Evanston Nouveau Club Gathering (In-Person) - 15 January
    January 15 @ 5:30pm - 6:30pm

    Habibi In Mediterranean Grill-Evanston, 825 Church Street, Evanston, IL 60201

    Our goal is to be an energetic, creative, diverse, and family-friendly group that offers opportunities to our members and those interested in making a ...
  • IRL: Singles Mixer at Dorothy
    FREE
    Irl: Singles Mixer At Dorothy
    January 15 @ 6pm - 11pm

    Dorothy, 2500 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622

    Join us for IRL: Singles Mixer at Dorothy on Thursday January 15th. No fuss, no frills, no cover - this is just a night for queer singles (or folks open to ...
  • Wayfair Sip & Shop X Teidi Home: Organize & Optimize for the New Year
    FREE
    Wayfair Sip & Shop X Teidi Home: Organize & Optimize For The New Year
    January 15 @ 6pm - 8pm

    Wayfair, 3232 Lake Avenue #Suite 1, Wilmette, IL 60091

    Kick off the new year with the Wayfair store! Join us for a night [hidden] sips and snacks$25 off in-store shopping couponOrganizing hacks for the new yearTips ...
  • New Year Bingo Night 2026 – Kick Off the Year with Fun, Friends & Big Wins!
    FREE
    New Year Bingo Night 2026 – Kick Off The Year With Fun, Friends & Big Wins!
    January 15 @ 6pm - 8pm

    13034 S Western Ave, 13034 South Western Avenue, Blue Island, IL 60406

    New Year Bingo Night 2026 : Kick Off the Year with Fun, Friends & Big Wins!3 Ready to start 2026 with laughter, excitement, and prizes? New Year Bingo ...

Friday, Jan 16, 2026

  • The Link Up! (Friday After Work Series)
    FREE Party
    The Link Up! (Friday After Work Series)
    January 16 @ 4pm - 8pm. Weekly - Fridays

    BAR22, 2244 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA

    The Link Up is the newest social event in Chicago! Food, Drinks, and Vibes! Come out and get your weekend started off at the hottest weekly social The Link Up! ...
  • THE BLUE EXPERIENCE: HAPPY HOUR
    FREE
    The Blue Experience: Happy Hour
    January 16 @ 4pm - 9pm

    Studio Imani, 5817 s State, Chicago, IL 60653

    Don't Miss THE BLUE EXPERIENCE: HAPPY HOUR! Get ready for a chill evening filled with good vibes and great company at THE BLUE EXPERIENCE: HAPPY HOUR. This is ...
  • A Night Out @ Tribe Friday’s
    FREE Party
    A Night Out @ Tribe Friday’S
    January 16 - January 17 @ 5pm - 2am. Weekly - Fridays

    Tribe Supper Club, 1239 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

    Friday nights just got so much better. We are pleased to announce an ALL NEW 'Night Out' experience you won't forget taking place at the newly opened and black ...
  • Planner's Happy Hour at Zhou B Art Center
    FREE
    Planner's Happy Hour At Zhou B Art Center
    January 16 @ 5pm - 7pm

    Zhou B Art Center, 1029 West 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

    Chicago event planners, step inside Zhou B Art Center for a pre-Art Walk social where creativity is tangible. Picture your next event unfolding on the canvas: ...
  • "No More Parades: Interrupted Joy" Art Exhibition
    FREE
    "No More Parades: Interrupted Joy" Art Exhibition
    January 16 @ 6pm - 9pm

    Elephant Room Gallery, 704 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605

    "No More Parades: Interrupted Joy“ is a group exhibition featuring artwork that was originally intended to be included in an October 2025 parade but due to the ...

WEEKEND

Saturday, Jan 17, 2026

  • Brunch & Beatz Saturdays @ Good To Go
    FREE Party
    Brunch & Beatz Saturdays @ Good To Go
    January 17 @ 9am - 3pm. Weekly - Saturdays

    Good To Go Jamaican Cuisine, 711 Howard St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA

    Join us every Saturday for BRUNCH BEATZ @ GOODTOGO located on the north side of Chicago where you can enjoy all the vibes without having to deal with the ...
  • EMRIS CERAMICS X CRAVIN'S KITCHEN
    FREE
    Emris Ceramics X Cravin's Kitchen
    January 17 @ 11am - 3pm

    The Center of Order and Experimentation, 1727 West Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622

    We’re kicking off 2026 with a pop-up with our friends Emris Ceramics and Cravin’s Kitchen! Spend a cozy morning with us while you shop Emily’s collection of ...
  • Happy Birthday Lily of Lilliput Books!
    FREE
    Happy Birthday Lily Of Lilliput Books!
    January 17 @ 11am - 3pm

    Lilliput Books, 2150 North Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60614

    Happy Twelfth Birthday Lily!Our "small but mighty" shop dog/boss will be celebrating her birthday with cupcakes & cuddles. Get your picture with the ...
  • CommuniTea
    FREE
    Communitea
    January 17 @ 12pm - 3pm

    Lot'sa, 4150 North Elston Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618

    Join the Chicago Tea Collective for their January tea tasting at Lot'sa. Members of the community will be pouring tea gong fu style. Seats will be available on ...
  • The World Music Foundation Group Introductory Ukulele Lesson
    FREE
    The World Music Foundation Group Introductory Ukulele Lesson
    January 17 @ 2pm - 3pm

    The World Music Foundation Listening Room, 1066 West Granville Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660

    You asked for it and you’ve got it! In 2026, we will offer Ukulele lessons right here at our Edgewater location. This first introductory group lesson is free ...


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