LGBTQ-Friendly Events in Chicago
34 events in Chicago
Lavender Laugh Lounge (Sober Friendly, Queer Stand Up Comedy)
Lavender Laugh Lounge books Chicago's best comedians and celebrates the talented women and LGBTQ+ performers in the city.
Comedians That Are Gay
The comedy show featuring queer comedians you should know.
POC Speed Dating
A casual, inclusive speed dating series at your favorite neighborhood bar.
Pitch Your Peeps: Queer Slide Deck Match Making Events @ Nobody's Darling
Pitch Your Peeps is an event that centers queer connections.
Fiestas Patrias Panamá 2026 | Una Noche de Orgullo Panameño en Chicago
Celebrate Panama with an elegant evening of dinner, dancing, live entertainment, music, community, and cultural pride in Chicago.
Laughs on Tap 3rd Thursday of the Month
Queer hosted bi-monthly standup showcase featuring Chicago's best in the biz.
Carson Olshansky: Buddy
Comedy show at The Lincoln Lodge in Logan Square.
Gay for Pay
Hour returns on September 29 with a fall-themed, all-LGBTQ+ lineup of standup, characters, and burlesque acts.
The Lesbian Lodge
The Lesbian Lodge is a queer comedy show celebrating the funniest d*kes in Chicago with music, performances, stand-up, and more.
Hot Potato Hearts Queer Speed Dating
A monthly casual, queer-only speed dating event at one of my favorite Chicago bars.