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Hamburger Mary's Chicago to re-open
27 Apr 2025

Hamburger Mary's Chicago, the beloved LGBTQ+ friendly eatery known for its vibrant atmosphere and deliciously over-the-top burgers, is gearing up for an exciting re-opening.

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Dining Out For Life turns dining into message of support and solidarity, April 24
21 Apr 2025

Organizers are bringing some lofty goals to the table, literally, for the 8th annual Dining Out For Life Chicago, a citywide event that turns dining out into a powerful act of solidarity, as many local restaurants will donate a portion of their proceeds to help fund essential HIV/AIDS care and prevention for those in need.

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Local impact takes center stage at 2025 Chicago Pride Parade
17 Apr 2025

PRIDEChicago, the all-volunteer organization behind the Chicago Pride Parade for over 50 years, is proud to announce that for the first time, a local community group will lead the city’s most celebrated LGBTQ+ event, and one of the largest by attendance in the nation.

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Chicago named safest U.S. city for LGBTQ+ travelers in 2025 Queer Safety Index
10 Apr 2025

Chicago has officially been ranked the safest city in the United States for LGBTQ+ travelers, according to the 2025 misterb&b Queer Safety Index, released on March 24.

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Internationally Renowned DJ Jesus Montanez returns for Hydrate residency on April 19
09 Apr 2025

DJ Jesus Montanez returns to Hydrate Nightclub in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood on Saturday, April 19, bringing “a lot of unrealized music, starting with classic house, then gradually increasing the intensity with some cha-cha beats,” he said.

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Chicagoan David Kimlin launches “Work The Strip” card game
09 Apr 2025

In 2004, David Kimlin took a trip to Las Vegas with his mom and younger brother to celebrate his 21st birthday.

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Homecoming: Superstar DJ Dan Slater is back at Hydrate
21 Mar 2025

DJ Dan Slater makes his first appearance in 2025 at Hydrate Nightclub in Chicago on Saturday, March 22, bringing his popular beats and sculpted physique.

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Bill Gubrud among inductees into rebranded LGBTQ Sports Hall Of Fame
25 Feb 2025

Bill Gubrud – the Chicago-based sports fan who brought the idea of “Out at Wrigley” to the Cubs in 2001, leading to a worldwide trend of Pride Night at countless pro sports games – will be among the class of 2025 inductees into the rebranded LGBTQ Sports Hall Of Fame, the same hall of fame he launched in Chicago in 2013.

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LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame announces Class of 2025 on Feb. 14
13 Feb 2025

Created and hosted in Chicago, the LGBTQ Sports Hall Of Fame is returning after a decade of silence.

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Santa Speedo Run Northalsted returns Saturday, Dec. 7
06 Dec 2024

The annual Santa Speedo Run Northalsted comes frolicking through Lakeview on Saturday, December 7, when 200-plus will run the 1-mile course through the Chicago neighborhood commonly called Boystown, clad in nothing more than Santa hats, speedos and other holiday attire.

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Santa Speedo Run is about making a difference for David Roberts
06 Dec 2024

David Roberts is hanging up his speedo with a record-breaking year and legacy.

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Chicago entertainer Angel Saez Amador competing to be King
21 Nov 2024

Angel Saez Amador, a Chicago-based entertainer and regular at The Baton Show Lounge, is looking to add to his long list of titles.

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Throb, The all-male revue at Hydrate Nightclub: 'A Ride of Pure Sexiness'
06 Nov 2024

Throb, the all-male revue that features various Midwest performers, returns to Hydrate Nightclub in Lakeview on Saturday, December 7. Entertainers will include burlesque performers, dancers, pole artists, musicians and more.

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Chicagoan Michael McBride journeys to New Zealand with The Lord of the Rings
06 Nov 2024

Last April, Michael McBride was walking with his husband at Navy Pier to meet a friend.

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DILF: Silver Foxes returned to The Sofo Tap
05 Nov 2024

DILF returned to The Sofo Tap on Saturday, November 2 – saluting the Silver Fox contingent.

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DJ Isis Muretech delivers spooky sounds at Hydrate for Halloween party
03 Nov 2024

Halloween fun featured DJ Isis Muretech on Saturday, October 26, at Hydrate Nightclub in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood.

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Longtime Chicago Pride Parade coordinator Richard Pfeiffer honored with dedicated street sign
29 Oct 2024

The City of Chicago honored longtime Chicago Pride Parade coordinator Richard Pfeiffer with an honorary street sign—“Rich Pfeiffer Parade Way”—at the northwest corner of Belmont Avenue and North Halsted Street.

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Mourning Tommy DeLorenzo
27 Oct 2024

Tommy DeLorenzo, the beloved Chicagoan whose colorful balloon messages were a popular and powerful part of numerous local Pride Parades, passed away October 24.

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DJ Joe Gauthreaux celebrates 20-years spinning at Hydrate Nightclub
11 Oct 2024

DJ Joe Gauthreaux returns to Hydrate Nightclub in Chicago on Saturday, November 23, with a special multi-hour set honoring his 20 years spinning at the popular Lakeview bar.

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PRIDEChicago Achieves 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Status: Paving the Way For Expanded Community Initiatives
28 Sep 2024

PRIDEChicago, the all-volunteer organization responsible for the historic Chicago Pride Parade for more than 50 years, proudly announces its designation as a tax-exempt nonprofit under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S.

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