Oh, hey, boo! Welcome back to the Gay Do312 newsletter! Happy to have you back, and I hope that you had a lovely weekend! Mine was magical, I was on a boat, on a lake, with my friends, drinking wine coolers, so I have no complaints. I love Chicago, and I am always reminded during my time away just how lucky I am to live in this perfect, beautiful city. This week we’re talking community events, happy hours, DJ hours, and more! Let’s get into it!

The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show is coming to the Windy City this December! Watch two of Drag Race’s most beloved alumni celebrate the yuletide in the most creative, twisted, and hilarious ways you’ve ever seen! You can win two free tickets with our giveaway! Happy Holidays!

JUST ANNOUNCED

• The WERQ! LGBTQ+ Career Fair is back at Center on Halsted! The free, annual career fair connects LGBTQ+ job seekers with affirming employers across Chicago. You can find out more here.

• September’s Pee-Wee’s Gayhouse has been announced at Stars & Garters with an amazing lineup of Chicago comedians and artists for ONE NIGHT ONLY! After the buying a ticket, you’ll be saying, “I meant to do that!” 

• Don’t forget Werq The World is coming to The Chicago Theatre next March! Don’t miss the chance to see your favorite queens! You can make it happen with our giveaway for a VIP Meet & Greet and ticket for two!

• Need plans Monday through Thursday? Don’t be afraid to stop by Broken Shaker at Freehand Chicago Happy Hour from 4-6PM! The drinks are lovely, easy to order, and just $10! Check out the details on getting happy!

• This Saturday, wine tasting goes Chicago-style at Gallagher Way. Close out the season at Summer Wine Down, or enter to win a pair of VIP tasting tickets! Win a pair of VIP wine tasting tickets and “wine” down!

FIERCEST FESTIVALS LEFT IN 2026

Some of the biggest festivals of the year have come and gone, but Chicago isn’t even close to being done. We’ve still got festivals galore this year, and this is the perfect guide to find out which ones you want to be at! We’ve got music festivals, art festivals, and MORE. The best part is that Do312 is offering a giveaway for every single festival featured on this list! I hope you have a wonderful time, no matter where you attend.

THIS WEEKEND

LOCALS ONLY

• Looking for a queer-owned spot to grab a cold one and watch the WNBA? Check out Whiskey Girl Tavern and everything it has to offer!

• Queen! is back this Sunday with Chicago’s pint-sized princess, Logan Zass! The theme is Little Sheer Dress, so make sure it’s see through, and Queen! out!

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