Welcome to the Northalsted Business Alliance Weekly Newsletter! Get ready for another week filled with excitement and entertainment in our vibrant neighborhood. This week, we have so many exciting events dedicated to the Democratic National Convention. To all of the delegates, officials, and volunteers working the DNC this week, Northalsted wants to thank you and welcome you to our wonderful city! Needless to say, the convention went smoothly and we are proud to have witnessed history here in Chicago. To show our pride and gratitude, we have a HUGE lineup of specials and theme nights surrounding the DNC and we would love to see you there! Check out the graphics below to see our happenings this week.
Music trailblazer Big Freedia just finished headlining Northalsted Market Days (August 10-11th) and we’ve teamed up with Gay Do312 for a sickening sweepstakes across Chicago’s proudest neighborhood. This is your chance to win Big Freedia’s Bounce Across Northalsted to good times going all summer long with goodies from some of the LGBTQ+ businesses in Northalsted.
Enter to win a signed merch pack from Big Freedia, and $50 gift cards from Elixir Lounge, Hydrate, Kit Kat Lounge, Lark, Sidetrack, and Replay Lakeview.
In Northalsted, game night is every night! From the thrill of Bingo night to the challenge of themed trivia, there’s always something to test your skills and knowledge. Plus, don’t miss the retro arcade fun at Replay, where you can relive the classics while enjoying a drink with friends. With so many game options available every week, Northalsted is the ultimate playground for both casual and competitive gamers!
Around every corner in Northalsted, you can find a spot to see the incredible spectacle Chicago drag has to offer! Whether you’re going to a watch party, supporting your favorites in a friendly competition, or just want to support local drag, come on down to the strip and get your tips ready for our kings and queens!
Sing us a song at one of our many karaoke nights in the Gayborhood. Bop into Replay for their weekly Wednesday night karaoke or kick off your weekend at Lark with even more Karaoke.
Start your weekend mornings off right in Northalsted with everyone’s favorite meal! Our restaurants are offering enticing food specials, bottomless mimosas, and the iconic drag brunch. Whether it’s a weekly tradition or you are treating yourself, brunch on our block is tastier than ever!
Shake your groove thing this weekend to Power Hours from your favorite artists, guest DJs, theme nights, and more all up and down our favorite block!
Hungry for more? Stop in to one of our many restaurants for dinner or a quick bite with deals you cannot beat! Northalsted offers a wide range of cuisine options that not only caters to our typical weekend visitors but also to our weekday night owls, industry workers and more.
Sales, packages, and deals are sprouting up everywhere this week! Here’s a little taste of other happenings in Northalsted. We hope to see you soon!
