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Daily Email - Thursday - 8/21/2025
Dim Sum & Drag is returning to Blasia! Join your favorite Asian and Black drag artists for delish dim sum buffet and fabulous drag at Furama, 8/30. Enter to win a pair of tickets.
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“I say a little prayer for you…” Catch living legend Dionne Warwick live on 10/10 at the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. 100M+ records, endless hits, and one unforgettable night. Enter for your chance to win a pair of tickets.*
Get ready for one last summer rager with DJ Lady D, Ron Caroll, and more at Very C*nt. Clock in from 4-10AM at RBI for the ultimate Labor Day after party.
From the original Broadway cast of Rent, Anthony Rapp sings selections from his memorable repertoire, favorite showtunes, and more on 9/21 at City Winery.
Absurdist comedian Chris Fleming, known for viral character bits, is bringing his new stand up show to the Cadillac Palace on 10/25 for a special live taping.
“Blow a kiss, fire a gun.” Known for major collabs with Charli XCX, Iggy Azealia, Diplo, and more, Danish singer MØ‘s Plægirl Tour is coming to Outset this winter.
BEST STATE PARKS TO VISIT NEAR CHICAGO

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If you’ve been sticking to the rivers and lakes you’re used to this summer, you’re doing it wrong! Chicago is just a hop, skip and a jump away from tons of gorgeous and peaceful state parks to explore, whether it’s camping, hiking, or some lakeside relaxation. So baby, strap on those ankle-supporting shoes and get out of the city:
ILLINOIS BEACH - lakeside camping, sandy beach
INDIANA DUNES - easy walking trails, stunning views
STARVED ROCK - forest hiking, waterfalls, canyons
KANKAKEE RIVER - camping, hiking, archery
NORTH BRAND TRAIL - easy to access, 20 mi of biking trail

THIS WEEKEND
🪩 When House Music Was Black & Gay
Tonight at Replay Lakeview (9PM)
“Don’t make me wait for your love.” Celebrate the Black, queer origins of House, from The Warehouse to today, at this sexy and sweaty bi-weekly dance party.
🎤 The Afterglow VII
Tomorrow at Bramble Arts Loft
The Afterglow, a vivacious variety show hosted by celebrated comic K.J. Whitehead, is a sober space for queer artistic expression through comedy, music, and more!
🔥 Hot B!t@# Party w/ Only Fire
Tomorrow at Smartbar (10PM)
Paris is Burning! Oh wait, it’s just Only Fire tomorrow at Hot B!t@# Party. Miss Twink USA and Miss. B Haven on the decks, hotties on the dancefloor. Let’s go.
💅 Y2K Drag Brunch w/ Jan
Saturday at The Walnut Room at Macy’s State St. (11AM & 2PM)
So fetch. Don’t miss Drag Race star Jan and a sick’ning cast of queens giving 2000s realness at Flip Phone’s Y2K Drag Brunch, hosted by Lucy Stoole.
🩻 Lorde
Friday, 9/19 at United Center (7PM)
Girl, So Confusing: Lorde’s Ultrasound Tour comes to Chicago next month. Hear the kiwi superstar’s new album, Virgin, alongside The Japanese House and Chanel Beads.
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Who will be the next Miss Rumors? The annual alternative drag pageant returns to Wicker Park at Dorian’s tonight.
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There’s no business like show business— but hey, that’s just the life of a showgirl.