Chicago, USA
Bars, Nights & Clubs
Androgny Productions parties
Occasional dance parties for all those who feel the "andrognynous" label fits them best. This is a party for both gay men and women, but it's hosted by a lesbian. Especially popular with African-American women.
B.BLYSS! events
These professional party people host occasional, upscale lesbian events all across the city that are especially popular with African-American women.
Big Chicks
An eclectic mixed bar that attracts artsy types, bent boys and girls and your next-door neighbour. Enjoy owner Michelle Fire's superb art collection, the free buffet on Sunday afternoons (that’s right, all you can eat and free!!) and of course, the weekend dancing. Even though you'll always find the ladies here, the recently re-introduced Dyke Mic (Chicago's only lesbian open mic) happening on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month is a new special draw.
5024 N. Sheridan Rd.
Chicago
Chances (3rd Monday of the month at the Subterranean)
Hipster homocore party for all bent boys and girls. You know these kids are out to have fun when they’re still ready to roll on a Monday night! Of course, seeing as it is on a Monday, it can sometimes be hit and miss as to how busy the evening gets.
2011 W. North Ave., 2nd Floor
Chicago
Chix Mix Productions
Dyke party promoters who organize a number of events throughout the year, often at the Circuit club. Their infamous, annual “Black Bra” party has now spread to other cities across the U.S. Check website for dates and venues.
Dollhouse (Fridays at Wicker Well)
The place to be on Friday nights with a total mix of music from hip hop to Latin to top 40 to underground. Wicker Well is known as a bit of a local dive bar, but with the cheap booze that comes with it, I say enjoy it!
1637 W. North Ave.
Chicago
Earth Tone Productions
These ladies host, promote or participate in various lesbian events across Chicago. No real dates or locations, they've just got a busy schedule all over. Earth Tone parties are especially popular with African American women.
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give me a hit on the next party in chi town
mistee on Sep 10, 2008
Femistry Fridays (various Fridays at various locations)
Brought to you by the ladies from B.BLYSS productions, these Friday night parties have been going strong for years. Check their Myspace page for upcoming dates and locations
FKA (1st Thursday of the month at Big Chicks)
Short for "Formerly Known As", which is also a reference to the super-successful underground party "Transmission", FKA is the party for all the cool queer kids in Chicago right now. Voted as best lesbian night out for 2008 by the Chicago Reader, FKA goes heavy for theme nights and the best in indie and pop dance music.
5024 N. Sheridan Rd.
Chicago
Jet Set (Sundays at Sky Bar)
A perfect way to end out the weekend - dancing with lots of cute girls!
2242 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago
Joie de Vine
Wine bar popular with the “L-Word” inspired lesbian crowd. It’s a lovely space with a long bar, exposed brick and wood beam ceilings and loungey design. Reviews are hit and miss though, from “absolute do-not-miss gem” to “snooty with rude service” so tell us what you think.
1744 W. Balmoral Ave.
Chicago
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Pride weekend was great there. The drinks were strong, the music was good and the women were stunning. :)
Kat on Jul 31, 2008
Lez B. Friends
This lesbian party promoter hosts all kinds of events around Chicago. Headed up by Jessica Brooks, their plan is to rejuvinate Chicago's lesbian scene with events like Homopalooza, a queer arts and culture extravaganza.
Lipstick Club (Thursdays at Mary's Attic)
A perfect Thursday ladies night in Andersonville! Lipstick Club loves hip hop, house, electro and jello shots. It's easy to find, just above Hamburger Mary's.
5400 N. Clark St.
Chicago
Off Chances (every 2nd Tuesday of the month at Danny’s)
Sister party of Chances. Same idea, different venue. Cool music, cool chicks, mixed in with the bent boys. Seeing as this is on a Tuesday night though, the crowds can sometimes be kinda sparse.
1951 W. Dickens Ave.
Chicago
The Closet
Probably named for the size of the club as compared to the “in the closet” connotation, the Closet is a popular spot for an early evening drink or late night weekend dancing. Despite the location in Boystown, this is primarily a lesbian bar.
3325 N. Broadway St.
Chicago
Think Pink Fridays (Fridays at Wangs)
A new alterna-queer night brought to you by Stinky Pinky, who is also behind Think Pink radio. Wangs is a recently opened, somewhat gay (but also quite mixed) spot with an Asian theme. Yummy martinis and tasty finger foods like dumplings and wasabi fries.
3317 N. Broadway St.
Chicago
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