Close out your year with a glitter bomb and a bassline. Grammy-winning groove god Purple Disco Machine and house hero Claude VonStroke hit Radius on 12/30. Win tickets, serve looks, and dance 'til 2026!*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Remember those wholesome church kids’ shows you grew up with? Evangelikids. brings that vibe to life, then gently rips it apart with heart, humor, and queerness. Catch this sharp, satirical musical at the Annoyance.*

• Quick update: a lot of people wanted more time. So by popular demand, the Do312 MORE Holiday Sale is extended through 12/31. Same $50 deal, same year of free monthly tickets to concerts, comedy, and culture.*

• The Gundam Base has officially landed at Fashion Outlets of Chicago, its first-ever U.S. store. Dive into all things Gundam, then enter to win a prize pack with a model kit and card game starter deck!*

• Bowie Ball lands at Metro on 1/3 with live covers, DJs, drag, and a tribute that’ll haunt you in the best way. Be loud. Be glam. Be there. Win your way in!*

• Comedy icon Suzy Eddie Izzard hits Chicago Shakespeare Theater for a two-night-only benefit on 1/16–17. Expect unscripted stories on Shakespeare, marathons, acting, and more. Win tickets for the night of your choice.*

BARS & RESTAURANTS OPEN ON CHRISTMAS

Jingle bells. Eggnog hell. Someone save us, please. Yes, there are bars open on Christmas Day, and after the family chaos, you’ve earned a drink (or three). Unwrap your freedom at one of these local spots!

THIS WEEKEND

LOCALS ONLY

• Ho, Ho, Ho! BUMP. is back on 12/27 with Garden Of for the sapphics, glam girls, and Chrissy Chlapecka stans. Win tickets to this post-holiday bash at Lincoln Hall because no one should be alone on the holidays!

• New year, new you? Gay Do312 is looking for a new Content Assistant to write web content and engaging weekly emails like this one! If you’re a superfan of LGBTQ+ culture, music, and shows in Chicago and beyond, apply today. 

• Think in memes? Chronically online (in a good way)? Do312 is looking for interns to help with our content + social. More here.

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