LGBTQ+ in Chicago

Wednesday, Sep 30

Gay for Pay

The Lincoln Lodge

Enjoy a summer camp-themed lineup of standup, improv, and burlesque acts at The Lincoln Lodge in Chicago.

Saturday, Oct 3

Violet Ultra’s Le Voulez Boo

The Newport Theater

Join Trae Crowder for a night of comedy at Cap City Comedy Club. A great event for fans of stand-up humor.

Saturday, Oct 3

Latina Comedy Festival Presents: The Queer AF Show

The Lincoln Lodge

Laugh with queer Latina comedians at The Queer AF Show during the Latina Comedy Festival in Chicago.

Saturday, Oct 3

BENDER

The Newport Theater

Join us for BENDER, an artistic exploration of gender and self at The Newport Theater. Perfect for those interested in diverse performances.

Sunday, Oct 4

Little Miss Anthropes: All Drag Comedy Showcase

The Lincoln Lodge

Experience a pageant of stand-up drag performers with a rotating theme at The Lincoln Lodge.

Sunday, Oct 4

Newport Peek-Easy: Burlesque, Drag, and Variety Show

The Newport Theater

Enjoy a weekly cabaret show featuring burlesque, drag, and variety acts. Perfect for fans of arts and culture.

Sunday, Oct 4

Starlight Sapphic: Welcome To The Jungle Pole Show

The Newport Theater

Experience an unforgettable pole show with Starlight Sapphic at The Newport Theater. A unique night of entertainment.

Sunday, Oct 4

Poison

UP Comedy Club

Join the interactive comedy show Poison at UP Comedy Club. A unique experience for fans of comedy and improvisation.

Monday, Oct 5

Comedians That Are Gay

The Lincoln Lodge

Experience a comedy show featuring talented queer comedians. A must-see event for comedy lovers in Chicago.

Wednesday, Oct 14

Notes on Masculinity

The California Clipper

Join a bi-monthly performance of Notes on Masculinity featuring drag and burlesque artists in Chicago.

Monday, Oct 19

Dyke Country

The Lincoln Lodge

Enjoy a comedy show featuring Lee Robinson & Kate Strobel at The Lincoln Lodge. A fun night for comedy fans.

Friday, Oct 23

Oscar Aydin is Dramatically Annoyed

The Lincoln Lodge

Catch Oscar Aydin, a vibrant comedian from New York, as he shares his humorous rants in Chicago.

Sunday, Oct 25

Brown Suga - A NEW BIPOC BURLESQUE COMP

The Newport Theater

Witness Chicago's premier all-BIPOC burlesque competition, Brown Suga BackShots, featuring talented artists from across the US.

Monday, Oct 26

Baddieville's Got Talent: Standup, Drag, Music & More

The Lincoln Lodge

Chicago's wildest talent show featuring standup, drag, and live music at The Lincoln Lodge. A unique experience.

Friday, Oct 30

Exotic Erotic presented by Gender F*cked Productions and KazMo Universe

The Newport Theater

Celebrate culture and community through burlesque and performance art at Exotic Erotic in Chicago. A unique night of entertainment.

Saturday, Oct 31

Gay for Pay

The Lincoln Lodge

Experience a summer camp-themed night of standup, improv, and burlesque at The Lincoln Lodge in Chicago.

Saturday, Oct 31

Spellbound: Pole Dancing + Burlesque Show

The Newport Theater

Experience an evening of mystery and mysticism with a pole dancing and burlesque show at The Newport Theater.

Sunday, Nov 1

Spellbound: Pole Dancing + Burlesque Show

The Newport Theater

Experience a night of mystery with a pole dancing and burlesque show at The Newport Theater. Great for arts and culture enthusiasts.

Friday, Nov 6

Simon O'Keeffe: He/Him/Bad Boy

The Lincoln Lodge

Enjoy a night of comedy with Simon O'Keeffe, tailored for a diverse audience at The Lincoln Lodge.

Saturday, Nov 14

Raks Inferno: Cirque Burlesque

The Newport Theater

Experience a unique burlesque circus show at The Newport Theater. Ideal for fans of arts and culture.

Saturday, Nov 21

Carson Olshansky: Buddy

The Lincoln Lodge

Join Carson Olshansky for a unique standup experience at The Lincoln Lodge in Chicago. Ideal for fans of queer comedy.

Monday, Nov 23

A Drag Queen One Woman Show 11/22/26

The Lincoln Lodge

Experience a unique stand-up comedy drag show at The Lincoln Lodge in Chicago. A fun night for fans of drag and comedy.

Saturday, Nov 28

Gay for Pay

The Lincoln Lodge

Enjoy a unique blend of standup, improv, and burlesque at Gay for Pay. Perfect for fans of LGBTQ+ arts and culture.