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Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus

Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus (CGMC) creates musical experiences that entertain and enlighten, inspire change, and build community. CGMC has been an integral part of Chicago’s...

Club Krave

This south suburban gay club features DJ-driven dancing, karaoke and monthly drag shows.

Pride of Chicago

Hot HangoutsBoystownA Legacy Walk of rainbow-color totems with plaques honoring LGBTQ rights advocates lines the main thoroughfare of this anchor to Chicago’s gay scene. It’s also...

Best Western Hawthorne Terrace

This Boystown vintage hotel is located close to historic Wrigley Field (home of Chicago Cubs baseball), as well as gay-friendly restaurants and nightclubs. Enjoy breakfast on...

Big Chicks

This friendly bar in the Uptown neighborhood caters to a lesbian and gay clientele. Try Big Chicks’ next-door restaurant, Tweet, for a delish breakfast, lunch or...

Cell Block

Located in Boystown, Cell Block is long known as one of Chicago's premiere gay clubs. The front bar has a dance floor, DJ and live...

Center on Halsted

Center on Halsted is the Midwest's most comprehensive community center dedicated to building and strengthening the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) community. Center on...

City Suites Chicago

This vintage Boystown hotel features turn-of-the-century architecture and art deco furnishings. Gay-friendly restaurants and nightclubs are close by (Berlin dance club is right down the street),...

Little Jim's Tavern

This bar started it all when it was the first gay bar to open in the North Halsted area (Boystown). Little Jim's is big with the...

North End

This gay sports bar has been a neighborhood staple for more than 25 years, offering pool, darts, all the games on giant flat screens and a...

Roscoe's

Roscoe's is a fun and entertaining gay nightclub for the most adventuresome customer. Whether you come to drink, dance, sing, watch videos, dine at our...

Women & Children First Book Store

We are one of the largest feminist bookstores in the country, stocking more than 30,000 books by and about women, children's books for all ages, and...

LGBTQ Chicago: Boystown

By Amber Holst of Concierge PreferredHome to the annual Chicago Pride Festival and Parade, Boystown is home to one of the most vibrant LGBTQ communities in...

LGBTQ Chicago: Andersonville

By Amber Holst of Concierge PreferredHome to one of Chicago's largest gay and lesbian communities, Anderson is recognized for its diversity and a quirky atmosphere. The neighborhood is...

LGBTQ Chicago: Uptown & Edgewater

Located on the north side of Chicago, the neighborhoods of Uptown & Edgewater contain some of the city's best hidden gems. From jazz clubs and beaches...

Out and About in Illinois

Chicago is home to one of the most vibrant and diverse LGBTQ communities in the country, one that outdoes all others in size, diversity and splendor....

Illinois Bicentennial Passport

What is the Bicentennial Passport?Launched in association with this year's Illinois Bicentennial celebrations, the Bicentennial Passport program invites visitors to explore 56 unique sites throughout Illinois....

Gaylord India

Spices from the 4 corners of India create subtle tastes and exotic flavors. Traditional Tandoori specialties, chicken or seafood curries. Tender lamb dishes and vegetarian...

Mexique

Mexique is a full restaurant offering modern Mexican cuisine with a French influence. Come join us as we introduce this historical blending with a modern personal style...

Public Landing Restaurant

Enjoy modern, regional American cuisine. Casual fine dining in the historic Gaylord Building (1838). Beautiful seasonal patio offering dog friendly dining. Open daily Tuesday - Sunday...