News Archive • Page 2 of 3 • Northalsted Business Alliance

Straightening QiQi Treatment

Keratin Treaments

Brazilian Blowouts

Luxurious Beauty Experience. Relax, Engage & Pamper!

From April 1st to June 30th, we’re thrilled to offer new clients an incredible 20% off any smoothing treatment service!

Keratin treatments
Brazilian blowouts
Straightening Qiqi treatment

Whether you’re dealing with stubborn curls, pesky flyaways, or simply seeking smoother, more manageable hair, our expert stylists are here to transform your tresses and boost your confidence.

Why choose our smoothing treatment?

✨ Effortless Sleekness: Experience silky-smooth hair that’s easy to style and maintain.

✨ Frizz-Free Locks: Bid farewell to frizz and hello to picture-perfect hair, rain or shine.

✨ Long-Lasting Results: Enjoy the benefits of beautifully smooth hair for weeks to come.

This exclusive offer is only valid until June 30th! Don’t miss your chance to achieve silky, summer-ready hair at an unbeatable price.

Book Now

(773) 698-7797

3438 N. Halsted

Reservations

Ricci Kapricci is a family-owned business founded in 2013 by Master stylist Silvio Mato. Ricci Kapricci’s origins started on Halsted but has since expanded to three locations across Chicago. To always offer the best services, we’re equipped with professional salon quality products lines, and a team of talented professionals ready to elevate your beauty!

Ricci Kapricci Salon

Three Chicago Locations

3438 N. Halsted St.
1416 W. Fullerton
1022 W. Armitage

(773) 698-7797 – riccikapricci.com

Founder of Las Mananitas, Jose Guzman, 1943-2024

Jose Guzman (right) and Elio Solis - Founders Las Mananitas Restaurant Chicago

The recent passing of Jose Guzman (above right), co-founder of Northalsted Chicago’s Las Mananitas restaurant on April 23, 2024, is a significant loss to the community. Together with his life partner, Elio Solis (above left), they established Las Mananitas in 1984, which has been a beloved fixture in Northalsted for 40 years.

Mass will be celebrated Monday, May 13, at 3pm at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church located at 1351 W Evergreen Ave, Chicago, IL, 60642. After mass, a mariachi band will offer musical tribute to Jose’s life and those who cherish his memory.

To send flowers to the family in memory of Jose Guzman, please visit his MEMORIAL PAGE or click HERE.

DA82D7CF F23E 49E8 A894 FE9BCA9BD77F topaz faceai enhance 3.9x 2 — Jose Guzman (left) – Las Mananitas Restaurant Chicago

Jose was one of eleven children born in Cuernavaca, Mexico, to Lorenzo Guzman and Willibalda Altamirano.

As a young man, Jose attended seminary in Spain. Though his life would take a different path, his education and experience would stay with him as he grew into a worldly man with a love of travel. His venturesome spirit led him to many firsts when he eventually settled into Chicago, which would become his lifelong home.

An actor and model, Jose helped to break down barriers in the industry and define the city’s diverse identity by performing the first Spanish-language municipal advertisements.

D626C52B 08F7 42C6 A7F2 7FC1AB9A5832 topaz faceai enhance 3.8x — Jose Guzman

In addition to his stagecraft, Jose was a gifted writer and poet, and his love of the written word pervaded many of his endeavours. Of these, his greatest success was his pride and joy: Las Mananitas, the restaurant he operated with partner Elio Solis for more than forty years.

There, his creativity reached into the marketing, the kitchen, and even into the way the restaurant ran. As beloved by its team and alumni as by its surrounding neighborhood, Las Mananitas created a tightly-knit, vibrant community around itself. From this home base, Jose was able to thrive as the kind, generous, funny man he is remembered and missed as.

20823A9D 72F7 4277 A140 6D797AEDB906 topaz faceai enhance 3.8x — Jose Guzman

In addition to his parents, Jose joins his siblings Aurelia, Rodolfo, and Antonio Guzman at rest. He is survived and remembered by siblings Lorenzo, Raquel, Javier, Aurelia, Jesus, Evaristo, and Willibalda Guzman; generations of loving nieces and nephews; and his indispensible partner Elio.

Northalsted Mothers Day Edition

Taste of Northalsted Spring 2024 Del Nakamura 753662

There’s always something new in Northalsted! Save the date for these upcoming special events and join us in exploring the diverse array of opportunities our neighborhood has to offer this week.

photo: Taste of Northalsted, Del Nakamura

This Mother’s Day weekend, Northalsted is brimming with heartwarming events to honor moms and mother figures alike. Celebrate the day with food and drink specials, shopping, or even a spa day in Chicago’s proudest neighborhood! Here’s a collection of some of the many happenings this weekend:

Other Happenings in Northalsted This Week:

Cinco de Mayo Weekend in Northalsted

Taste of Northalsted Spring 2024 Del Nakamura 753422 Edit

There’s always something new in Northalsted! Save the date for these upcoming special events and join us in exploring the diverse array of opportunities our neighborhood has to offer this week.

Cinco de Mayo Weekend

Trying to make fun and exciting Cinco de Mayo Plans?

Northalsted is home to so many amazing small businesses that will be hosting specials and events to celebrate the holiday. From $7 Milagro Margs at Sal’s Big Gay Pizza to a special Selena Cinco de Mayo event at Sidetrack, you’re sure to be booked for the day in the neighborhood.

Other Happenings in Northalsted This Week

Another Successful Taste of Northalsted

Cheers to another fantastic Taste of Northalsted Food & Drink Sampling Crawl

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this wonderful culinary experience highlighting our amazing businesses here in Northalsted. Special thanks to our participating businesses and beverage providers for making it unforgettable! We hope to see you all at our next crawl in the Fall of 2024! Check out our photo gallery for event photos by clicking the button below.

Photography by Del Nakamura

Chicago Pride Fest 2024 Lineup Announced

Chicao Pride Fest 2024v Headliners Natasha Jojo Sapphira

Chicago Pride Fest 2024 Lineup Announced

June 22-23 | A celebration of LGBTQ+ life & community in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood

Natasha Bedingfield, JoJo Siwa, Sapphira Cristál, Bob the Drag Queen, Amber Riley and Empress Of are headlining this year’s Chicago Pride Fest®, taking place June 22nd and 23rd in the city’s landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted community.

(above) Natasha Bedingfield, Jojo Siwa, Sapphira Cristál

Other artists appearing on the North Stage include Kaleena Zanders, John Duff, Alex Lahey, Max Rae, Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute, and Ultrabeat.

Chicago Pride Fest’s South Stage Saturday lineup showcases local favorites: Sixteen Candles, Too Much Molly Band, Bev Rage & The Drinks, The Divas, and more. Sunday programming by Peach Presents features Empress Of, Aya Ito, Nanoos, AZN INVZN ft. Chess Knight, CZ Boogie, Supes Base and others. Performance schedules below.

The all-day dance party at the Waveland Stage closes Saturday with the CircuitMOM Experience ft. Alex Lo. The legendary performer will bring an energetic Broadway meets circuit party vibe.

Additional attractions include the Youth Pride Space for teens between 12 and 18, the Proud Pet Parade with Miss Foozie, Firebrand country western line dancing and Servin’ Fysh dance company, Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus, guest speakers, and over 150 merchandise and food vendors.

The Youth Pride Space returns for both days of Chicago Pride Fest 12-7pm at Broadway and Waveland (inside the festival). It is a dedicated safe space for LGBTQ+ teens and teen allies (age 12-18). Programming includes speakers, entertainment, activities, DJ and dance area, food, beverages, and counseling resources.

In addition, Pride Fest is working with the Center on Halsted to add Senior programming to this year’s festival continuing to expand the festival to ensure all members of our community feel welcome and will be excited to join us to celebrate Pride together!

Chicago Pride Fest is an annual celebration LGBTQ+ life, culture and community (June 22-23, 2024) organized by the Northalsted Business Alliance chamber of commerce and takes place the weekend before the 53rd annual Chicago Pride Parade (June 30th, organized by PRIDEChicago.org)

Northalsted Vice-President and event Chairperson, Mark Liberson, is excited for Chicago Pride Fest’s 23rd anniversary, “Each June we come together to celebrate community and uplift each other in the struggle for equality and human rights. Despite decades of progress, the need for Pride has not lessened, as prejudice rooted legislation and lethal violence, especially against our transgender and BIPOC community members, are ongoing.”

A $15 suggested donation at entry helps pay Chicago Pride Fest performers, event workers, and funds community programs. Generous public donations paid for the creation and ongoing maintenance of the Chicago Pride Crosswalks: 14 rainbow paved neighborhood intersections make up the longest installation of its kind in the world, and the programming supported by Northalsted, including DEI training.

Schedule

Saturday June 22nd

North Stage

12:00pm – Laura B
1:00pm – Pride Fest Drag Show
2:00pm – JoJo Siwa
2:30pm – Pride Fest Drag Show
3:30pm – Servin’ Fysh Dance Co.
4:00pm – Kaleena Zanders
5:00pm – Ultrabeat
7:30pm – Sapphira Cristál
8:15pm – John Duff
9:15pm – Natasha Bedingfield

Waveland Stage

1:00pm – Ryan Willing
2:30pm – Saint
4:00pm – Miss Toto b2b Mary K
5:00pm – Doggpound
6:30pm – Ethan Cole
8:00pm – CircuitMOM Experience ft. Alex Lo

South Stage

1:00pm – Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus
2:00pm – Chicago Spirit Brigade
2:30pm – Bev Rage & The Drinks
3:30pm – TBD
4:00pm – The Divas
6:00pm – Too Much Molly Band
8:00pm – Sixteen Candles
Host BoyJ

Sunday June 23rd

North Stage

12:00pm – Proud Pet Parade with Miss Foozie
12:30pm – Firebrand
1:00pm – Pride Fest Drag Show
2:00pm – Bob the Drag Queen
2:30pm – Pride Fest Drag Show
4:00pm – Alex Lahey
5:15pm – Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute
6:50pm – Pride Fest Drag Show
8:00pm – Max Rae
9:00pm – Amber Riley

Waveland Stage

Hosted by Sasha Love & Platinum Carrington

1:00pm – DJ X-tasy
3:30pm – DJ Ca$h Era
5:00pm – VJ Bryan
6:30pm – Virago
8:00pm – Avi Sic

South Stage

12:30pm – Chicago Spirit Brigade
1:00pm – Proud Pet Parade w/Miss Foozie, Awards

Peach: ON AIR Welcome

1:30 -Bussy Queen Power Trip
1:50 – Breberries & Friends
3:00pm – Aya Ito
4:00pm – B.Blyss! Takeover: Sarah Suave, DJ Feen, Ayodele Drum & Dane
5:30pm – Cobra B
6:30pm – Empress Of
7:15pm – Nanoos
8:15pm – AZN INVZN ft. Chess Knight, CZ Boogie, Supes Base, Dim Sum, Drag

About the Northalsted Business Alliance
Founded in 1980, Northalsted Business Alliance represents more than 100 small businesses along Chicago’s Halsted Street corridor from Belmont to Irving Park/Broadway. The organization works to enhance economic vitality, foster a welcoming community, celebrate LGBTQ+ culture, and promote tourism through programs, services, and events including Chicago Pride Fest®, Northalsted Market Days®, the Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade, and more. For information visit northalsted.com.

Chicago Pride Fest
What: Chicago Pride Fest®, street festival est. 2001 with live entertainment on 3 stages, vending & food.
Where: Halsted St. from Addison to Grace St, Chicago IL
When: June 22-23, 2024: Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-10pm
Why: A celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride & community in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood
Who: Northalsted Business Alliance
Admission: suggested $15 donation, all ages
Website: pridefestchicago.com
Contact: info@northalsted.com (773) 883-0500

Feel Good Friday

Feel Good Friday

More Fun & Refreshing things to Do in April – Northalsted Chicago

Spring is in the air! It’s a great time for an inward journey of self-care, and an outward journey to fun times.

Here are some feel good, fun, and rejuventating things to do throughout April in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood.

Taste of Northalsted

Food & Drink Sampling Crawl – Saturday April 27, 2-5pm

Taste of Northalsted: Spring Edition is coming your way! A super fun and delicious neighborhood crawl event.

Enjoy a walk through Northalsted tasting selected items from the area’s top restaurants & sample a variety of beers, spirits & cocktails! Advance tickets only $20!

FUN WITH A GROUP – MAKE IT A DATE – HANG WITH FRIENDS!

This event sells out, Get tickets now!
Quantities limited. Age 21+ w/ID.

Bacon Wrapped Dates – Drews on Halsted

12 Restaurant Food Tastings*
12 Drink Samples*
Advance Tickets only $20!

*participation subject to change

BBQ Onion Burger – Roscoe’s Tavern

Roasted Corn Poblano Croquettes – El Mariachi Tequila Bar

Beverage Sampling*

FEW Spirits
Marz Community Brewing
Aperol Spritz
-196 Vodka Seltzer
J. Lohr Wines
Uncle Nearest Whiskey
GoodTimes Brewery
Maker’s Mark Whiskey
Happy Thursday Spike Refresher
1800 Tequila
Recess Hemp Infused Sparkling Waters & Mocktails
and more!

Fire Roasted Salmon – AJI Omakase

Food Tastings*

El Taco Cart
Kit Kat Lounge
Elevate Coffee
Forever Yogurt
Center on Halsted
Savanna Restaurant
Drew’s On Halsted
Big Gay Sal’s Pizza
El Mariachi Tequila Bar
Roscoe’s Tavern
AJI Omakase
Pancake Cafe
Willies ‘n Waffles

Big Gay Sal’s Veggie Pizza

**Other Tasting Locations*:**

Men’s Room Chicago
Replay Lakeview
Knecht Chiropractic
The Villa Toscana
CrossTown Fitness
Chicago Male Salon & Spa
Out of the Closet/AHF
Ricci Kapricci Salon
Big Mini Putt Club
CBD Kratom
Sidetrack

*participation subject to change

Mango Habanero Wings – El Taco Cart

Chicago Male Salon & Spa

20% OFF ALL SPA SERVICES DURING APRIL! Step into spring with Chicago Male Salon & Spa’s exclusive offer! Revitalize your senses with rejuvenating treatments all April long. Indulge in self-care and radiate confidence!
BOOK NOW! chicagomalesalon.com/#book-now

Ricci Kapricci Salon

Unlock Silky Smooth Hair: Enjoy 20% Off on any Smoothing Treatment!

New clients have the option of a Keratin, Brazilian Blowout, or Qiqi treatment! Now available till June 30th.

riccikapricci.com – (773) 698-7797

Vesper Aesthetics

vesperchi.com – (773) 360-8501
3916 N. Broadway

Big Gay Sal's Pizza

Whether you’re gathering with friends, celebrating a special occasion, or just enjoying a casual meal, our patio is the perfect spot. Our team is ready to serve up your favorite menu items with a side of our warm hospitality.

biggaysalspizza.com

Lark

4/20-4/21 | Taylor Swift Tortured Poets Department Album Release Drag Brunch w/ Pixel. Giving away a copy of the album!

Reservations: larkchicago.com (773) 799-8968

Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club

4/20-4/21 | Cher & Other 90’s Pop Icons Drag Brunch w/Shantell D’Marco & Angelicia Maria

Reservations: kitkatchicago.com (773) 525-1111

Fun Things to Do in April!

Fun Things to Do in April

Taste of Northalsted 4/27, Human First Gala 4/20, Chicago Fashion Week Eco Show 4/21

There are some new and fun things to do coming soon to Northalsted in April. Here is a sampling for your enjoyment. Make plans now and click the links for more info and tickets.

Taste of Northalsted

4/27 | 2-5pm – Enjoy a spring walk through Northalsted tasting selected items from the area’s top restaurants & sample beer, spirits & cocktails! Advance Tickets only $20! Quantities limited. Includes:

✔️ 10 restaurant food tastings
✔️ 12+ drink samplings*
✔️ visit all participating locations

Fun for a group, on a date, or with friends. We’ll have a gay old time!

Buy tickets at TASTEOFNORTHALSTED.COM

Cher Drag Brunch

Make sure to visit Kit Kat Lounge April 20-21 for a celebration of Cher & other pop icons featuring Shantell D’marco and hostess Angelicia Maria.

Drag Brunch seatings are at 11am and 1:15pm. Make a reservation and keep in mind, it helps to have cash to tip the Divas!

A $63.45 (+tax/tip) prix fixe Brunch Package includes three courses with entree choice and free flowing mimosas, bellinis, sangria, bloody mary martinis, skinny margaritas and vodka spritzers for 2 hours per seating. View the menu at kitkatchicago.com/brunch.

Big Gay Sal’s Pizza Now Open

Now Open! Big Gay Sal’s Pizza, 3445 N. Halsted (next to The Villa Toscana). NY style pizza by the slice, wings, Italian sandwiches, full bar. Open ’til 5am Fridays & Saturdays. Serving the community 🏳️‍🌈 one slice at a time! LGBTQ owned with a donation to LGBTQ organizations with every slice sold.

Sensory Friendly Night at Chicago Diner

4/17 | Sensory-Friendly Night at the meat-free since ’83 Chicago Diner. Lights / music are lowered & sensory supports / communication aids available upon request. Third Wednesdays of the month from 5-9pm. All are welcome. Hosted with assistance from Twenty-One Senses.

veggiediner.com

Golden Gurlz Drag Brunch at Lark

4/27 | Golden Gurlz Spring Fling Drag Brunch! Join Blanche, Dorothy, Rose, and Sophia for a day of music, games, prizes and performances at Lark. 90 min. bottomless drink package, 2hr seating. Bring cash for tips. Reservations: (773) 799-8968 larkchicago.com

Human First Gala | Center on Halsted

4/20 | The 2024 Human First Gala at The Geraghty (2520 S. Hoyne) brings together LGBTQ+ community members & allies for an evening of celebration to individuals, businesses, and others contributions to Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community.

centeronhalsted.org/gala

CHICAGO FASHION WEEK

Chicago Fashion Week: Eco-Friendly Show 4/21 will take place at Water Tower Place, FashionBar Level 3. A three-hour celebration of fashion in partnership with Out of the Closet benefiting AIDS Healthcare Foundation. Get Tickets

CROSSTOWN FITNESS

CTF Chicago’s Pemier HIIT Studio, 14 days of unlimited classes FREE, $60 value.

Click here to sign up!

STRONG HANDS GYM

6/20 | 1-5pm – Get your tickets now for World Gay Boxing Championships, partnering with Strong Hands Gym, 3924 N. Broadway St. Chicago IL.

More Info – Buy Tickets $70/person

Big Gay Sal’s Pizza Now Open

Big Gay Sal's Pizza Now Open

March 8 | New LGBTQ+ Late Night Pizza, Wings & Margarita Bar in Northalsted

Big Gay Sal’s Pizza (3445. N. Halsted St.) has just opened in the heart of Northalsted (between The Villa Toscana & Lark), on March 8, 2024.

The new LGBTQ+ owned restaurant is looking to bring more late-night food to Northalsted with New York style pizza by the slice (’til 5am Fri & Sat), plus a full bar and charming patio (coming soon).

Spicy Honey Wings

Garlic Parmesan Wings

Order for Pickup/Delivery!

Blue Cheese & Chips

Order for Pickup/Delivery!

Veggie Pizza

New York Style thin crust

Order for Pickup/Delivery!

Open 'til 5am Fri-Sat

Stop by or get delivery late night!

Order for Pickup/Delivery

Besides a selection of thin crust pizza, menu highlights include Spicy Honey or Garlic Parmesan Wings, Fried Brussels Appetizer, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Dulce de Leche Sprinkle Cake and Margaritas.

The restaurant’s name is a loving reference to the chef behind the pizza, Sal Mora. Business partner Mike Miller says, “It has to do with his heart and his smile. Anytime that guy walks into the room, he’s always the happiest and kindest person there.”

Sal and Mike partnered on the restaurant based on Sal’s history and expertise. “I started work right out of high school in a pizza place on the South Side, learning as much as I could about the business over the past 18 years. For Big Gay Sal’s, we were determined to be right here on the strip and have been welcomed with open arms. We’re looking forward to supporting the queer community through partnerships, promotions, special events, and job opportunities.”

As an LGBTQ+-owned business in a historically LGBTQ+ neighborhood, Big Gay Sal’s Pizza slogan is, “Serving the community one slice at a time.” For every slice of pizza sold, Big Gay Sal’s will donate to LGBTQ+ organizations and causes.

Miller, who owns a marketing agency, also has experience working in restaurants/bars, as well as philanthropy. Miller most recently was a chair for the Santa Speedo Run at Sidetrack, a fundraiser for the Center on Halsted, which raised more than $152,000!

The next time you’re in need of late night/post bar munchies or an anytime fix for some good eats, stop by or order online today at Northalsted’s newest gay joint!

Big Gay Sal’s Pizza

3445 N. Halsted St. (next to Lark)

Mon-Wed 11am-12am
Sun & Thurs 11am-1am
Fri-Sat 11am-5am

(312) 955-0596 – biggaysalspizza.com

FACEBOOK – INSTAGRAM

Golden Gurlz Drag Brunch at Lark

Golden Gurlz Drag Brunch at Lark

April 27 | Chicago queens thank you for being a friend at Golden Gurlz Drag Brunch

Chicago queens thank you for being a friend at the Golden Gurlz Spring Fling Drag Brunch! Join Blanche, Dorothy, Rose, and Sophia for a day of music, games, prizes and performances at Lark.

Pixel

Photo by @AdamOuhamane

Mini Pearl Necklace

Photo by @Tim.Finch

Claire Voyant

Vivian Dujour

Photo by @fcollierphoto

Hardwood meets thin crust in this comfy casual hideaway

Featuring Pixel as Rose Nyland, Mini Pearl Necklace as Sofia Petrillo, Claire Voyant as Blanche Devereaux, and Vivian Dejour as Dorothy Zbornak.

Brunch includes 90 minute bottomless mimosas, bellinis, bloody Mary’s, Nutrl canned cocktails, and sangria + a delicious 3 course brunch with choice of entrée. More Brunch info after the break.

Saturday April 27 – Seatings at 11:00am & 1:30pm

Bottomless Drinks for 90 minutes

Starters – Assorted Breakfast Sweets.

Entrée Choice – Nashville Hot Fried Chicken and Pancakes, Avocado Toast, Breakfast Pizza, Eggs Benedict, Beyond Burger, Biscuits and Gravy, or Benedict Burger.

Dessert – “Golden Girls” Cheesecake.

Lark’s Drag Brunch is every weekend with new themes, performers, costumes and musical numbers.

3441 N. Halsted

Reservations

Oak Bar & Marble Fireplace

15 craft beers on tap, extensive wine list, whimsical cocktails & mules, expert mixologists

Cocktail Menu

"Best of" Casual Comfort Food

Artisan Wood Fired Neapolitan Style Pizza, Burgers, Sandwiches, Entrees

Gallery

Giant Secluded Patio

Northalsted's largest outdoor dining, secluded and peaceful.

Check it Out

Lark has been a favorite Northalsted gathering spot since 2016. The vibe is hip, friendly and fun, perfect for date night, groups, weekday dinner or weekend brunch with friends and family.

Their specialties are wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, excellent burgers, sandwiches, and pasta, entertaining drag brunch, giant secluded patio, and late night After Dark menu.

The walnut finished oak bar features 15 craft beers, enjoy a cocktail on the peaceful and spacious patio or sit by the crackling fireplace with a single malt scotch.

Hardwood meets thin pizza in this cool Halsted hideaway.

Lark

3441 N. Halsted St.

Tues-Thurs 5-10pm
Fri 5pm-2am*
Sat 11am-2am*
Sun 11am-10pm
*entrees available until 10pm

(773) 799-8968 – larkchicago.com

The Shows By FashionBar – Eco-Friendly

chicago fashion week the show eco friendly

Day 1: THE SHOWS by FashionBar – Eco-Friendly (Partnership with AHF)

Chicago Fashion Week Powered by FashionBar LLC: This event is Day 1 of a week-long lineup of Fashion Week events as we present The Shows!

When: Sunday, 4/21 — 12-3pm

Where: Water Tower Place (Level 3 Next to JJill and White House Black Market), 835 N Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60611

GET TICKETS – EVENT PAGE

CHICAGO – FashionBar is pleased to announce Chicago Fashion Week powered by FashionBar, scheduled from April 21st to April 28th 2024. The event kicks off with the Designer Reveal and Avant Garde Competition followed by a weeklong of runway shows at Water Tower Place on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile.

Immerse yourself in a showcase of sustainable fashion, where environmentally conscious designs take center stage. Explore a curated collection that not only embraces style but also champions eco-friendly practices in partnership with forward-thinking brands.

Non-Profit Beneficiary – The Aids Healthcare Foundation

Supporting our mission at Chicago Fashion Week powered by FashionBar means making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities. Your generous contributions will directly support three impactful organizations dedicated to promoting diversity, inclusion, and well-being.

The Eco-Friendly Show will take place at Water Tower Place, FashionBar Level 3, 835 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611. This three-hour event is not only a celebration of fashion but also a charitable initiative, in partnership with Out of The Closet benefiting The Aids Healthcare Foundation.

You can learn more about Out of The Closet by clicking this link here.

Additionally, you can learn more/donate to The Aids Healthcare Foundationby clicking this link here.

The Eco-Friendly Show will open with a cocktail reception beginning at 12:00 pm, which will include viewing designer samples as press, media, models, buyers, editors, stylists, PR organizations, VIPs, Celebrities, influencers and yourself kick off a week-long of The Shows!

Event Itinerary:

Doors OPENat 12:00 pm
Cocktail Reception opens at 12:30 pm
Performance To be announced 1:00 pm
Showcasing Brands begin at 1:15 pm
Aspen Sweet
Out of the Closet
IAMTONYLONG
CLOSE at 3:00 pm

Powered by FashionBar, this event is part of the Chicago Fashion Week experience, as we present The Shows from April 21st to April 28th, 2024 & The Marketplace on April 27th & 28th 2024. The Marketplace is a Chicago fashion experience, that showcases amazing designers, apparel, and products, giving you fashion, wellness, and beauty in unique Chicago venues. To vend at The Shows or The Marketplace, please email us at information@fashionbarchicago.com

Contact Event Organizer:

Media/Sponsors/Influencers/Buyers/Stylists/VIPS/Vendors or general questions and requests, please email fashionweek@fashionbarchicago.com or visit us at www.fashionbarchicago.com or call us at 312-532-4210.

Designers:

If you are a designer interested in showcasing your collection at this show during Chicago Fashion Week powered by FashionBar, please visit www.chicagofashionbarweek.com or call us at 312-532-4210.

Instagram – Facebook

FashionBar LLC, Water Tower Place (Level 3)
835 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611

Cher Drag Brunch at Kit Kat Lounge

Cher Drag Brunch at Kit Kat Lounge

April 20-21 | Cher Themed Drag Brunch (& other pop icons) with Shantell D’marco & hostess Angelicia Maria!

Northalsted Chicago is home to Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club (3700 N. Halsted), reknowned for their “World Famous Divas” tableside drag shows amidst a dreamy “South Beach meets Hollywood” atmosphere.

Chef Nate Hamilton‘s upscale contemporary menu is equally dazzling with a carefully selected array of seafood specialties, pasta dishes and angus burgers, plus a selection of more than 200 innovative martinis & cocktails.

Angelicia Diamond 3 Pete Augusta (1) — Angelicia Diamond

Cher Drag Brunch

Make sure to visit Kit Kat Lounge April 20-21 for a celebration of Cher & other pop icons featuring Shantell D’marco and hostess Angelicia Maria.

Weekend Drag Brunches at Kat Kat are a spectacular dining+entertainment experience, a perfect choice for special events like birthdays and bachelor/ette parties. Each weekend is a showcase of creativity with a new theme, costumes, and musical numbers.

Drag Brunch seatings are at 11am and 1:15pm. Make a reservation and keep in mind, it helps to have cash to tip the Divas!

Kit Kat Lounge Shantell Dmarco 3 Pete Augusta (1) — Shantell Dmarco

A $63.45 (+tax/tip) prix fixe Brunch Package includes three courses with entree choice and free flowing mimosas, bellinis, sangria, bloody mary martinis, skinny margaritas and vodka spritzers for 2 hours per seating. ($10 off if you aren’t drinking alcohol). View the menu at kitkatchicago.com/brunch.

Dinner & Cocktails

Kit Kat’s World Famous Divas provide an equally stunning dinner experience six nights a week (except Mondays) with bar & lounge service until 2am.

Recommended dishes include the Delores del Rio San Diego style tacos with shrimp or cajun seared salmon, the Marlon Brando Skirt Steak with an au poivre sauce and truffle fries, and spicy Thai inspired Kit Kat Calamari appetizer. Also, you must try a Dark & White Chocolate Raspberry Martini.

Weekly specials include Happy Hour for $8.95 Martinis and 25% off appetizers, or $19.95 Burger, Martini & Bingo Wednesdays.

Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club

Hours:

Tues – Fri | 5pm – 2am
Sat – Sun | 11am – 2am
Closed Mondays
Happy Hour weekdays before 7pm, Sun 4-7pm

Instagram – Facebook – kitkatchicago.com

Fun Things to Do Easter Weekend: Northalsted

Fun Things to Do Easter Weekend: Northalsted

March 29-31, 2024 in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood

There’s so many fun things to do and places to go in Northalsted. Here is a sampling of what to do this weekend, March 29-31 in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood!

cover photo: Sidetrack

Boozin Bunny 2024 0220 SOCIAL — Starts at Sidetrack 3349 N. Halsted St.

BOOZIN BUNNY BARHOP

3/30 | Steve, Tommy & Amy’s annual Boozin’ Bunny Barhop! Visit Sidetrack, Progress, Replay & Roscoe’s Tavern. age 21+

tickets $15 at barhopchicago.com

BGSNowOpen copy (1) — 3445 N. Halsted St.

BIG GAY SAL’S PIZZA

Big Gay Sal’s Pizza now open at 3445 N. Halsted (next to Villa Toscana Guest House). NY style pizza by the slice, wings, Italian sandiwiches, open til 5am Fri & Sat. Full Bar. Serving the community 🏳️‍🌈 one slice at a time! LGBTQ owned, donation to LGBTQ organization with every slice sold.

EL MARIACHI TEQUILA BAR

3/30 – 3/31 | Join us for a fiesta-filled Easter brunch featuring Mexican flavors and festive delights! Bottomless Mimosa Bruch from 10am-3pm!

Reservations: exploretock.com/el-mariachi-chicago (773) 549-2932

LARK

3/30 – 3/31 | Hoppy Easter Brunch with Pixel. Try the 1/2 lb. Benedict Burger, Canadian bacon, hollandaise sauce, poached egg, served on a toasted English muffin with cheesy hash browns.

Choice of 7 bottomless drinks- Mimosa, Bellini, Bloody Mary, Sangria, Hornitos Tequila seltzers, and Nutrl Vodka Seltzers. Choice of 7 different brunch menu items!

90 min. bottomless drink package, 2hr seating (Non-alcohol bottomless mocktails available). Bring cash for tips.

Reservations: 773-799-8968 larkchicago.com

REPLAY LAKEVIEW

3/30 | The hottest Easter bash of the year! BAD BUNNIES hosted by Alex Kay. Our sexy gogo bunnies, Hunter Diamond, Matt Flowz, and Tristan King, are taking over the bar to give you some Easter egg surprises. DJ Gavin Quinn is on the 1s and 2s and the night includes complimentary bunny ears and raffle giveaways! 10pm – $8 Truly Vodka Seltzers

www.replaylakeview.com

HYDRATE NIGHTCLUB

3/29 | Chomper takes the decks at Hydrate serving you all the top 40 hits, remixes, and more! Plus we’ve got BoyJ hosting the night and hot gogos dancing to make it a Friday you won’t ever forget.

hydratechicago.com/fastpass/

ROSCOE’S TAVERN

3/29 | We are turning down the house lights & bringing up the stage lights on Nymphia Wind, Plane Jane, Sapphira Cristál, Aja Ajani, Angelíca Grace, Anya K Thunderkat, Enza, Kimberly Summer, Kylee Hunter, Robyn Banks Fiierce, Sasha Love, and Secret Queen along with our hosts Naysha Lopez and Batty Davis! Roscoe’s makes Fridays a whole lot brighter in Chicago!
The show begins at 10PM!

roscoes.com

SIDETRACK

3/30 | Build a Bonnet Party – Get Crafty 2-5pm for afternoon fun with friends. We’ll provide the bonnets and decorating supplies, you provide the vision for Fashion. Category is “Spring Couture”.

At 5pm wear your Bonnet Creation (or bring your own from home) for a Fabulous Fashion Contest hosted by Veronica Pop with fun prizes and giveaways. Your $25 (regular hat) or $35 (large hat) donation to create a Bonnet goes to the Windy City Cycling Club (WCCC) and a sponsored drink ticket is included with your donation.

Sponsored by our friends at Campari and Absolut.

CROSSTOWN FITNESS – NORTHSIDE

CTF Chicago’s Pemier HIIT Studio, 14 days of unlimited classes FREE, $60 value.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!

Kk EasterBrunch WebSocial — 3700 N. Halsted St.

KIT KAT LOUNGE & SUPPER CLUB

Hop On Down to Kit Kat for Easter Brunch with Divas Angelicia Maria and Keri Traid.
Bring cash for tips and join in the fun! World Class Divas perform during dinner too!

Reservations at KitKatChicago.com or 773.525.1111

DREWS ON HALSTED

3/31 | Sundays are FUNDAYS at Drew’s on Halsted! Groove with us from 10am-3pm. Your favorite brunch entrée + Champagne Mimosa, all for $47! Cash only. Be early to beat the rush! 773-244-9191

STRONG HANDS GYM

6/20 | 1-5pm – Get your tickets now for World Gay Boxing Championships, partnering with Strong Hands Gym, 3924 N. Broadway St. Chicago IL.

Buy Tickets $70/person

Center on Halsted’s Human First Gala 2024

Center on Halsted’s Human First Gala 2024

A night to celebrate the Chicagoland LGBTQ+ community and the Center’s mission, vision, and impact.

Center on Halsted’s signature Human First Gala will be held on Saturday, April 20th at The Geraghty (2520 S. Hoyne). The gala brings together LGBTQ+ community members and allies for an evening of celebration to recognize the contributions of individuals, businesses, and other organizations to the LGBTQ+ community in Chicago.

TICKETS: centeronhalsted.org/gala

Coh human first gala (2) — 2023 Human First Gala – Center On Halsted

This year’s Gala will be even more special as the Center spotlights the new horizons for the organization with the recent appointment of the new Chief Executive Officer, Joli Robinson. Each year the Human First Gala uplifts members of the community, recognizing supporters, advocates, and champions through awards presented during the evening.

2023Gala Center On Halsted — Human First 2023 Gala – Center On Halsted

On April 20, the Center is proud to honor: Human First Award Recipient: Donald M. Bell – longtime LGBTQ+ activist and advocate; Community Spirit Award Recipient: RUSH – leader in gender affirming care and Center collaborator in community vaccine delivery; and Corporate Impact Award Recipient: McDonald’s who provides impactful support to the Center through both their Pride Employee Business Network and their Chicago Community Impact Grants program.

2023GalaPerformance Center On Halsted (2) — Human First 2023 Gala – Center On Halsted

Funds raised at the Human First Gala support all of Center on Halsted’s programming to advance the vision of a thriving LGBTQ+ community, living powerfully in supportive inclusive environments.

GreenCircleLogo COH Center On Halsted — 3656 N. Halsted St. Chicago IL

Center on Halsted advances community and secures the health and well-being of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer people of Chicagoland. As the Midwest’s most comprehensive LGBTQ+ community center, the organization now includes Center on Addison, an LGBTQ+ Senior Center, and Center on Cottage Grove, a space to better serve LGBTQ+ community members living on the South Side, especially those vulnerable to HIV/AIDS. More than 1,000 community members visit the Center every day. Learn more at www.centeronhalsted.org

Facebook – Instagram

What to Do This Weekend in Northalsted Chicago

What to Do This Weekend: Northalsted

March 23-24, 2024 in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood

There’s always a treasure trove of fun things to do and places to go in Northalsted. Here is a sampling of what to do this weekend, March 23-24 in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood!

cover photo: Sidetrack

ELEVATE COFFEE

New lattes at Elevate. This spring, Elevate Coffee is celebrating the creativity of their baristas. Discover a fresh lineup of unique drinks created by their experienced baristas, then vote during their special tasting event. Now available: Orange Vanilla Latte – Honey Brown Sugar Freddo – Passionfruit Matcha. elevatecoffee.us

SPLASH CHICAGO

3/24 | Femme House at Splash, 4pm. Hosted by Andelica Grace & Ramona Slick. Music by Virago, Pepper Jelly, Jenny Fox, Francine Slmeda, CZ Boogie & Mary K.

thesplashchicago.com

LARK

3/23-3/24 | J-Lo Drag Brunch starring Venus Carangi, 11am-3pm. Bottomless mimosas, bellinis, sangria, bloodys, Nutrl & Hornitos canned cocktails.

Reservations: 773-799-8968 larkchicago.com

RP Tailgate websized — 3439 N Halsted St.

REPLAY LAKEVIEW

3/24 | Tailgate Sundays with Beats by Kid Riot & Gavin Quinn. Watch all the sports action and enjoy a complimentary walking taco bar at 2pm sponsored by Wendy’s (drink purchase required).

www.replaylakeview.com

ShantellDmarco March — 3700 N. Halsted St.

KIT KAT LOUNGE & SUPPER CLUB

3/23 – 3/24 | Shantell D’marco at Kit Kat Lounge.

Reservations – 773.525.1111 – KitKatChicago.com

HYDRATE NIGHTCLUB

3/23 | Legendary DJ, Producer, and #1 Billboard Remixer Deanne returns to Hydrate! Get your fast pass at hydratechicago.com/fastpass

Set starts at 11pm. Late night party to 5am. Lights by VJ George G

SIDETRACK

3/23 | Celebrate Women’s History Month, honoring the indelible contributions of women to music and history. The Lakeside Pride Wilde Cabaret invites you to join us as we reflect on women’s historic achievements, celebrate their legacies, and amplify their voices.

scarlet march 24 northalsted — 3320 N. Halsted St.

SCARLET BAR

3/24 | Doors at 6pm! Kicking off the night with The Power Hours: Shakira! Celebrating her new album ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran.’

Followed by The Power Hours: Bad Bunny! Celebrating ‘The Most Wanted Tour’ coming to Chicago next week!

THEN it’s FUEGO! With DJ @chic0_____ Hosted by @julezosco and @mirandachicago
Feat: @thenenadee @ariblakk and @glitterytrashcat

scarletchicago.com

CELL BLOCK

3/23 | Skin Tight : Spandex & Stretch Fabric Social & Play Party

cellblockchi.com

VESPER AESTHETICS

Laser Hair Removal – Botox – Filler – Chemical Peels – IV Infusion Therapy

We specialize in cutting edge medical-grade treatments to enhance natural beauty. Licensed medical professionals Juan Carlos and Stacey are passionate about safe, natural, and personalized results.

vesperchi.com (773) 360-8501

Other Events | Coming Soon

Women's History Month Happy Hour — 3656 N. Halsted St.

CENTER ON HALSTED

Womxn’s Herstory Month Happiest Hours Meet & Greet
Join the Center on Halsted and our new CEO Joli Robinson to celebrate Women’s History Month! Listen to beats by Chicago’s DJ Duo do not disturb while mingling at this free event on Tuesday, March 26. RSVP and learn more here: centeronhalsted.org/whm/

CROSSTOWN FITNESS – NORTHSIDE

CTF Chicago’s Pemier HIIT Studio, 14 days of unlimited classes FREE, $60 value.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!

3/30 | Steve, Tommy & Amy’s annual Boozin’ Bunny Barhop! Visit Sidetrack, Progress, Replay & Roscoe’s Tavern. age 21+ tickets $15 at barhopchicago.com

DREWS ON HALSTED

Mon-Fri | Busy day at the office? Forgot your lunch? Not to worry! Weekday Lunch Special! 1/2 & 1/2 sandwich and Side, $15 or 15% discount off your lunch entree! (Mention Drew’s Lunch Special to your server)

Elevate Coffee’s New Spring Lattes

Now available: three lively new spring lattes!

Orange Vanilla Latte – Honey Brown Sugar Freddo – Passionfruit Matcha

elevate wall — elevate coffee 3344 N. Halsted

Elevate Coffee (3344 N. Halsted) is a cozy, inviting café located in the heart of Northalsted, just steps south of Roscoes Tavern, serving finely crafted coffees, teas, sandwiches, and house made pastries.

The atmosphere is bright and comfortable with fast, free Wi-Fi, light music and friendly staff. It’s a great place to read, catch up with an old friend or get work done out of the office.

elevate latte northalsted — Amir Morris & elevate latte | northalsted

This spring, Elevate Coffee is celebrating the creativity of their baristas. Discover a fresh lineup of unique drinks created by their experienced baristas, then vote during their special tasting event.

These inventive new lattes are bursting with the sunny flavors of the season, ready to Elevate Your Day.

Honey Brown Sugar Freddo

Try the Honey Brown Sugar Freddo (cover image), where rich signature espresso is blended with brown sugar and crowned with a luscious honey infused cold foam.

Orange Vanilla Latte

Indulge in vibrant flavors like the Orange Vanilla Latte – a delightful twist on a classic, featuring house-made orange and vanilla infused oat milk with a touch of honey sweetness.

Elevate Espresso

Elevate’s espresso dark roast is a premium blend of arabica beans from Brazil, Columbia, Guatemala & Uganda. Their skilled baristas craft each drink with Synesso and Sanremo espresso machines with authentic Italian heritage, respected for high performance and consistency.

Passionfruit Matcha

If you’re looking for something refreshingly different, experience the Passionfruit Matcha. This vibrant drink combines our signature matcha green tea with a tangy splash of passionfruit, served over your choice of milk for a truly unique taste of spring.

Matcha tea, originating more than a thousand years ago in China & Japan, is a shade grown bright green tea, ground with a special millstone, and served suspended in milk. Also try the exquisite Lavender Matcha!

elevate cafe — 3344 N. Halsted St – Elevate Coffee

Elevate Your Day

The Northalsted location opened in 2018, and the sister location in Uptown opened in 2023. Stop by for a pick-me-up today!

Daily Hours: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm

3344 N. Halsted St.
1325 W. Wilson

Instagram – Facebook – elevatecoffee.us

10 Things to Do for St. Pat’s Weekend in Northalsted Chicago

Follow The Rainbow to St. Patrick’s Weekend in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood

Follow the rainbow to Northalsted for St. Patrick’s Weekend fun.

Here are 10 Fun Things to Do This Weekend in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood!

cover photo: Sidetrack

StPatricks 2024 GreenBeer — 3827 N. Broadway

GOOD TIMES BREWERY

3/17 | Indulge in the luck of the Irish with our mouthwatering Corned Beef & Cabbage special, perfectly paired with our exclusive $5 green beers. Celebrate great spirit, good company, and the finest brews this St. Paddy’s Day at Good Times!

goodtimesbrews.com

Splash St. Pats 2024 — 3339 N. Halsted St.

SPLASH CHICAGO

3/16 | Lucky Brunch, 12-3pm. $25 Bottomless Drinks & Lite Bites, Ft. Gina Belle & Flicky Fourloko, DJ Virago

3/16 | 3pm – Do Not Disturb, 5pm – DJ Ca$hera, 7pm – Pepperjelly, 9pm – Virago, 11pm – Martin. Hosts: Zamora Love, Marvella, Veronica Pop, Zelina Azul Pop

3/17 | 3pm – Virago, 5pm – Stasney, 7pm – Mx Toto, $7 Wells, $5 Tall Boys, Hosts: XO Carrington, Platinum, Robyn Banks Fiierce, Serena Fiierce, Sasha Love

thesplashchicago.com

PROGRESS BAR

3/16 | 3-5pm – DJ Profess, 5-8pm – Koke, 8-11pm – Roger P, 11pm-2am – Swift

$4 Green Miller Drafts, $5 Jameson Shots,

progressbarchicago.com

LARK

3/15-3/17 | Corned Beef Dinner & Shepherd’s Pie evenings from 5pm-9pm with great Irish themed drink specials.
Special appearances: Hogan Irish Dancers all weekend!
Weekend Brunch: 3/16 ft. Vivian O’Dejour, 3/17 ft. Lucky Pixel

Reservations: 773-799-8968 larkchicago.com

Replay St Pats 2024 — 3439 N. Halsted St

REPLAY LAKEVIEW

3/15 – 3/17 | Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend at Replay Lakeview! Enjoy an electrifying lineup of local DJs, indulge in green beer, free arcade games, and explore our extensive selection of Irish Whiskey, making us the ultimate neighborhood destination for St. Patrick’s Day festivities!

www.replaylakeview.com

Kk StPatricksWknd WebSocial — 3700 N. Halsted St.

KIT KAT LOUNGE & SUPPER CLUB

3/16 – 3/17 |Get lucky with Divas Kinley Preston & Faleasha Savage! Irish food specials & $5 shot specials all week long!

Reservations – 773.525.1111 – KitKatChicago.com

Hydate St Pats 2024 — 3458 N. Halsted St.

HYDRATE NIGHTCLUB

3/15 | Chomper kicks off the Weekend! Dance the night away to top hits, throwbacks, remixes, and more with sexy gogo dancers all around the club. Hosted by BoyJ.

3/16 | International DJ Dani Brasil takes over the Hydrate booth this Saturday! He’s played at major events including World Pride NYC, WE Party, and White Party Palm Springs and has performed in over 16 countries. Bringing his signature high energy tribal sound, this will be a night to remember! Get tickets on our website.

3/17 | Luck is on your side! We’re bringing an XXXtra special Sunday Funday featuring Beaux Banks! This gay adult entertainer joins the Hydrate dancers for a sexy Sunday Funday party.

Beats by Laura B – $5 Leprechaun Shots, $15 Champagne Bottles

hydratechicago.com

SIDETRACK

3/15 | Our monthly Men’s Room Glow Party Friday! A night of dancers, glow sticks & giveaways 9pm-2am, after Ru 7-9pm & Show Tunes 3-7pm.

3/16 | Doors open at 11am to celebrate St. Pat’s Parade Day. Play games with Allura The Doll & Sasha Love. The rooftop will be open (weather permitting) enjoy dancers, party music, green frozens, giveaways and shenanigans till 3am.

3/17 | Doors open at Noon for a Sunday Funday. Grab a Green Frozen and Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us! Main Bar Show Tunes from 4-9pm.

el mariachi st pat 2024 — 3906 N. Broadway

EL MARIACHI TEQUILA BAR

3/16 – 3/17 | $7 Green Clover Margaritas, $6 Bushmills Whiskey Shots, $5 Jello Shots. $31.99 Bottomless Green Mimosa Brunch, 10am-3pm. Includes mimosas for 2 hours & an entree.

elmariachitequilabar.com

CELL BLOCK

Let’s get kinky! $6 Green Malort Shots. Free clothes check.

3/15 – Chicago Pet Patrol, 3/16 – Whiff, 3/17 – Sunday Bunday

cellblockchi.com

vesper st pats 2024 — 3916 N. Broadway St.

VESPER AESTHETICS

Laser Hair Removal – Botox – Filler – Chemical Peels – IV Infusion Therapy

3/13 – 3/19 | VI Peel $50, Get Glowing Skin!

We specialize in cutting edge medical-grade treatments to enhance natural beauty. Licensed medical professionals Juan Carlos and Stacey are passionate about safe, natural, and personalized results.

vesperchi.com (773) 360-8501

Oscars Weekend & St. Pat’s Preview

It’s Oscars Weekend in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood

Film fans! Sunday, March 10 is the night you’ve been waiting for all year! Head out to Northalsted for Oscars viewing parties in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood.

And get ready – we’ve got a St. Patrick’s weekend teaser below, and a full list of fun things to do arriving in a newsletter next week!

cover photo: Replay Lakeview

FOLLOW THE RAINBOW TO NORTHALSTED FOR ST. PAT’S WEEKEND

Stay tuned! Our roundup of fun things to do for St. Patrick’s weekend is coming in another newsletter soon! In the meantime click for a teaser video!

LARK

3/2-3/3 | 90;s Bubble Gum Pop Bottomless Drag Brunch with Pixel, 11am-3pm featuring bottomless mimosas, bellinis, sangria, bloody marys, Nutrl & Hornitos canned cocktails.

Bottomless mimosas, bellinis, sangria, bloodys, Nutrl & Hornitos Canned Cocktails! Reservations: 773-799-8968 larkchicago.com

sidetrack oscars 24

SIDETRACK

3/10 | Hi Barbie! Watch the 96th Annual OSCARS® at Sidetrack. We’ll watch (with sound) on our HD 4K screens in BackBar starting at 6pm!

Doors open for Sunday Funday at 1pm. Sing-along at Show Tunes in our front bars from 4-9pm, enjoy party music upstairs in Deck Bar all day and stay for our Sunday Funday After Dark Dance Party till 2am.

We’ll have ballots for you to track your picks and winners! No Cover.

March is the new April

March is the New April: Fun Things To Do this Warm Weekend in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood

Winter, we hardly knew ye’! See ya’ later! March has taken the stage wearin’ a fabulous April weave! Let’s all get out and have some fun in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood.

Here are some Fun Things to Do in Northalsted this weekend!

cover photo: Sidetrack

Good Time 030324 — 3827 N. Broadway – Good Times Brewery

GOOD TIMES BREWERY

3/2 | Join Aubrey Damned and Ramona Mirage at Good Times Brewery for the Good Time Gal’s Drag Brunch! Tickets include brunch and drag show. Drink packages available. Grab your tickets before they’re gone!

Tickets

02.27.2024 2 — 3739 N. Halsted – Egoist Underwear

EGOIST UNDERWEAR

Score big this weekend with Egoist Sale on Sale! Spend $100+ on sale items – already reduced up to 60% – and get additional 10% off!

www.egoistunderwear.com

chicago diner spring 2024 — 3411 N. Halsted St – The Chicago Diner

THE CHICAGO DINER

Spring Specials! NEW vegan Fish ‘n Chips, Chicken Parmesan Sandwich, and Lasagna Bolognese. Meat Free Since ’83.

veggiediner.com

LARK

3/2-3/3 | 90;s Bubble Gum Pop Bottomless Drag Brunch with Pixel, 11am-3pm featuring bottomless mimosas, bellinis, sangria, bloody marys, Nutrl & Hornitos canned cocktails.

Bottomless mimosas, bellinis, sangria, bloodys, Nutrl & Hornitos Canned Cocktails! Reservations: 773-799-8968 larkchicago.com

Kk BritneyIconBrunch WebSocial — 3700 N. Halsted St – Kit Kat Lounge

KIT KAT LOUNGE & SUPPER CLUB

3/2 – 3/3 | Oops! We did it again… It’s time for Kit Kat’s Britney Spears (and other pop icons) Drag Brunch with Kinley Preston & Angelicia Maria! Get your pre-sale ticket for guaranteed seating.

Tickets – 773.525.1111 – KitKatChicago.com

Hydrate March 24 — 3458 N. Halsted St – Hydrate Nightclub

HYDRATE NIGHTCLUB

3/2 | 6pm – Experience an evening of playful exploration as we dive into the art of knot-tying specially made for the BEDROOM.

Brought to you by Rainbow Races. Advancing LGBTQIA+ diversity and inclusion within the Chicago sailing community.

$10 donation includes 1 drink from our sponsor.

hydratechicago.com

dogdaymarch2024 — 3349 N. Halsted St. – Sidetrack

SIDETRACK

3/2 | Get Sidetrack’d the 1st Saturday of each month for our playdate with your pup from 1-5pm.
Super Dog-Friendly Tito’s Handmade Vodka will have fun doggy swag on hand to pass out to our canine customers.
Bring your pooch and come grab a drink and treats. No cover. No dog required.

ROSCOE’S TAVERN

3/2 | EggsXYZ Drag Brunch hosted by Korra Nation. Shows at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30. Reserve a table today!

roscoes.com

drews 030324 — 3201 N. Halsted St. – Drew’s on Halsted

DREW’S ON HALSTED

3/3 | 10am-3pm – Sunday Bottomless Mimosa Brunch, I <3 the 90s. Hosted by Miss Foozie. Earcandy by Hommebass. Reservations: 773-244-9191

elmariachitequilabar.com/

10 Places to Go This Springlike Weekend

10 Places to Go this Springlike Weekend in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood

Chicago in February is not known for balmy conditions but this month’s temperatures, not seen in nearly 150 years, are giving us some Springlike vibes. What a great weekend to get out of the house to eat, dance, sing and be dazzled as only Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood can do!

Here are 10 places to go to enjoy this Springlike Weekend.

cover photo: Sidetrack

EL MARIACHI TEQUILA BAR & GRILL

2/24-2/25 | Join us for Brunch! Bottomless mimosas and an entree from our brunch menu. Drink specials: Plantain Margarita, Pear Pilonsillo Margarita and 3 Chiles Smoked Margarita.

LUCKY HORSESHOE LOUNGE

2/24 | Rihanna & Beyonce music & go go dancers all day!

luckyhorseshoelounge.com

SCARLET BAR

2/24 | Sorority Night is back for another Super Sapphic Saturday Special Hip-Hop Hotties & R&B Royalty from 8-11, then @djcashera from 11-2! Hosts @kykysimsim @therachelslurrz & @dcameron $1 drinks 8-8:30!

2/25 | 9pm BEYONCÉ TAKEOVER! NO SKIPS: LEMONADE, followed by all Beyoncé, all night! Hosted by @mirandachicago & @reggayboots!

scarletchicago.com

LARK

2/24 | Whitney Houston Brunch ft. Joan Jullian

2/25 | Queens of Pop Bottomless Brunch ft. Pixel

Bottomless mimosas, bellinis, sangria, bloodys, Nutrl & Hornitos Canned Cocktails! Reservations: 773-799-8968 larkchicago.com

replay 0224

REPLAY LAKEVIEW

2/24 | JDN spinning live 10pm-2am. Drink specials, free arcade games, no cover!

2/24-2/25 | Bubbly Happy Hour! Weekends 12-2pm. $15 bottles of Campo Viejo Brut with juice.

replaylakeview.com

KIT KAT LOUNGE & SUPPER CLUB

2/24-2/25 | Kit Kat’s Taylor Swift Drag Brunch with Kinley Preston & Angelicia Maria!

2/24-2/25 | Bottomless Drinks with Dinner & Drag, 6pm & 8pm seatings. $59.95

reservations/tickets KitKatChicago.com 773.525.1111

HYDRATE NIGHTCLUB

2/24 | Legendary DJ and Producer Joe Gauthreaux returns to Hydrate! Set starts at 11pm. Skip the line with a Hydrate Fast Pass hydratechicago.com/fastpass.

2/25 | Party with the queens of Draglicious for a night of glitz and glamour with Mimi Marks, Dida Ritz, Gina Bell, Veronica Pop, Mz. Ruff ‘n Stuff, Mercedes Tyler. Tickets

SIDETRACK

2/24 | Attention LESBIANS AND LESBIAN LOVERS: Sapphic Saturday is now the last Saturday of every month! Presented by Jay Kay and Kari BunnE 6-9pm. An evening of queer women’s anthems, drag performances, games, and more!

2/25 | Sunday Funday Show Tunes are a Sidetrack Tradition. Sing along to your favorite musical videos from 4-9pm! After Show Tunes, stay for our Sunday Funday After Dark Dance Party till 2am.

ROSCOE’S TAVERN

2/24 | EggsYZ DRAG Brunch ft. Korra Nation, Sasha Love, XO Carrington, Robyn Banks Fierce, Dymond Carrington! Shows at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30pm.

roscoes.com

DREW’S ON HALSTED

2/25 | SUNDAY FUNDAY BRUNCH GROOVES! 10am-3pm. Champagne Mimosa Brunch $47 (cash only) 1.5 hour limit. Reservations: 773-244-9191

CROSSTOWN FITNESS

All February Join for Only $29. Contact steven@crosstownfitness.com

Thrillist’s 15 Can’t-Miss Queer Events in the US

CHICAGO – Northalsted Market Days® (August 10-11, 2024) is in Thrillist’s “15 Can’t Miss Queer summer events happening in the US“. (cover image Aaron Ehinger Photography)

From the article:

[June] marks the anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, and while cities around the world are going knee-deep in celebrating Pride Month, the festivities don’t end in June.

From queer music festivals to street fairs and multi-cultural arts festivals, Pride doesn’t have to stop at the end of the parade route. Don your best drag, glitter, and colorful clothing and keep the rainbow bright all summer with these fun LGBTQ events.

Pussy Riot 13 — Pussy Riot, Market Days 2023, photo by Kate Scott

About Market Days (more info at marketdayschicago.com):

Northalsted Market Days, August 10-11, 2024, is a weekend long, live music street festival celebrating community in Chicago’s landmark Northalsted/Lakeview neighborhood

The 1/2 mile long summer festival features all-day lineups of live music on 5 stages, 250+ vendors, food and drink, dance exhibitions, drag performance, and more.

Estimated attendance is 100,000 people from near and far, representing all colors of the rainbow! Market Days is ranked in the top 10 Chicago festivals by BizBash.

Betty Who 31 — Betty Who, Market Days 2023, photo by Kate Scott

Check out our big collection of Photo Galleries from Northalsted Market Days.

Market Days 2023 Tyler Worek 8998 — CupcakKe, Market Days 2023. photo by Tyler Worek

Thrillist’s full list of Can’t Miss Queer Events also includes:

The Woods in Lehighton – Pennsylvania
Criminal Queerness Festival – NYC
Trans March – San Francisco
Ladyland Music Festival – Brooklyn
Invasion of the Pines Fire Island
Outfest LGBTQ Film Festival – Los Angeles
Homoclimbtastic – West Virginia
Gay Wine Weekend – Sonoma
Rendezvous – Wyoming
Carnival – Provincetown
Transmission – California
Southern Decadence – New Orleans
RuPaul’s DragCon LA
Folsom Street Fair – San Francisco

Best of Gay Cities Winner – Travel Worthy Festival

Best of Gay Cities WInner Northalsted Maket Days

CHICAGO – Northalsted Market Days® (August 10-11, 2024) is the SILVER WINNER – Travel Worthy Festival in the 2023 Best of Gay Cities Awards.

The #1 LGBTQ travel guide website GayCities.com annual Best of Awards draws over 75,000 votes in over a dozen categories ranging from Best Gayborhood, Most Loved Bar, Favorite Leather Bar, and Most Timeless Neighborhood.

Northalsted Market Days, marketdayschicago.com August 10-11, 2024, is a can’t miss and travel worthy weekend live music street festival celebrating community in Chicago’s landmark Northalsted/Lakeview neighborhood

MarketDays StevenKoch GoPride Northalsted (2) (1) — MarketDays StevenKoch GoPride Northalsted

The 1/2 mile long summer festival features all-day lineups of live music on 5 stages, 250+ vendors, food and drink, dance exhibitions, drag performance, and more.

Estimated attendance is 100,000 people from near and far, representing all colors of the rainbow! Market Days is ranked in the top 10 Chicago festivals by BizBash.

Admission is a $20 suggested donation that helps pay performers & festival workers and supports charities, non-profits & community programs like the Chicago Pride Crosswalks. Other beneficiaries include Howard Brown Health, Brave Space Alliance, Human Rights Campaign Chicago, and other community organizations.

MarketDays22 Web Res 725 — MarketDays22 Aaron Ehinger Photography

The iconic LGBTQ+ Northalsted neighborhood is a popular travel destination and no stranger to awards, winning 9 medals in the Best of GayCities Awards in 5 years.

Market Days – SILVER WINNER, Travel-Worthy Festival – 2023
Roscoe’s Tavern – SILVER WINNER, Legendary Bar – 2023
Northalsted – SILVER WINNER, Timeless Hood – 2022
Sidetrack – GOLD WINNER, Best Nightclub – 2022
Cell Block – SILVER WINNER, Iconic Leather Bar 2021
Northalsted – SILVER WINNER, Lively Gayborhood – 2021
Sidetrack – SILVER WINNER, Most Loved Bars & Clubs – 2018
Northalsted – GOLD WINNER, Best Neighborhood – 2017
Market Days – BRONZE WINNER, Festival Destination – 2017

MarketDays StevenKoch GoPride Northalsted (1) (2) — MarketDays StevenKoch GoPride Northalsted

Find out more about LGBTQ+ Chicago’s hottest and most travel worthy summer music festival at marketdayschicago.com. Vending and Sponsorship opportunities are available.

Things to Do During Valentine’s Week

Things to Do During Valentine’s Week in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood

Valentine’s Week is near and as always, love is love in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood! Celebrate with someone special this week: see below for our continued list of things to do in Northalsted this coming week in February (Part 2)!

Check out Part 1 here: Treat Yourself February.

cover photo: Replay Lakeview

EL MARIACHI TEQUILA BAR & GRILL

2/14 – 2/17 | Three Course Valentine’s Dinner featuring filet minon, roasted beet & goat cheese salad, ferrero rocher lava cake.

2/22 | Join us for National Margarita Day with Maestro Dobel Tequila.

SCARLET BAR

2/14 | Doors open at 8pm and at 8:30 it’s NO SKIPS: LOVER!
Followed by “THE BREAK UP HOUR, an hour of Taylor Swift’s most brutal break up songs! After that it’s The Takeover: Taylor Swift until 2am!

scarletchicago.com

LARK

2/9 – 2/14 | Dinner for two with our Valentine’s special.

Check out the delicious Grain Bowl on our menu! 😋 Marinated beets, kale, grilled portobello mushrooms, quinoa, roasted poblano pepper, sautéed cherry tomatoes, avocado dressing.

Reservations: larkchicago.com

REPLAY LAKEVIEW

2/13 | Battlefield of Love Couples 2 vs 2 Tournament! Chance to win $100 Replay Gift Card.

2/14 | Cupid’s Karaoke night with prizes hosted by Niko. Sign ups begin at 9pm.

replaylakeview.com

Kk FallinLoveAllOverAgain WebSocial UPDATED

KIT KAT LOUNGE & SUPPER CLUB

2/9 – 2/11 | Romantic Dinner at Kit Kat this Weekend! Join Diva Kinley Preston for a special prix fixe dinner for two, which includes salad, entree & a glass of champagne!

RSVP on our website or call in! Tickets at KitKatChicago.com 773.525.1111

THE CHICAGO DINER

2/9 – 2/18 | Valentine’s specials are coming, including Bacon Wrapped & Stuffed Dates, Diablo Del Mar, Cauliflower Crusted Portabella Cake, Chocolate Strawberry Whoopie Pie, Chocolate Cherry Shake, new cocktails and a new mocktail named Flower Girl.

veggiediner.com

HYDRATE NIGHTCLUB

2/9 | Immerse yourself in the love vibes at Hydrate for our HEARTTHROB celebration. DJ Martin kicks off the weekend on with top 40 hits, remixes, and throwbacks; BoyJ hosts for an unforgettable night.
2/10 | Highly-acclaimed DJ Isis Muretech (Mexico) takes over the Hydrate booth Saturday! One of the most sought-after female DJs in US, Mexico, and Latin America, she serves a signature sound of tribal house and techno.
Skip the line and get onto the dance floor with a Hydrate Fast Pass.
hydratechicago.com/fastpass

SIDETRACK

2/13 | Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Party & Trivia with face & body painting & beads!

2/14 | All Things Beyonce “Why Don’t You Love Me?” Valentine’s Edition.

2/16 | Men’s Room Glow Party hosted by Allura the Doll with gogo dancers & giveaways.

THE NORTH END

2/16 | Chicago’s premiere LGBTQ+ sports bar! Watch the Big Game with us! Pizza, drink specials & more.

northendchicago.com

SPLASH CHICAGO

2/13 | Tens Drag Competition, Tuesdays starting 2/13. Grand prize package: $1,000, bookings, photo shoot & more. Hosted by Serena Fiierce with judges Khloe Coulee & Lila Star.

Sign up to compete!

thesplashchicago.com

KNECHT CHIROPRACTIC

We want to show our love to the Lakeview community with free chiropractic services! NEW PATIENTS come see us February 12th-15th. Call to schedule your appointment today 773-525-9100.

Treat Yourself February

Treat Yourself February in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood

It’s February and Valentine’s Day is in sight. Treat yourself and your sweetheart to something special!

Check out Part 2: our list of things to do Valentine’s Week!

cover photo: Sidetrack

KNECHT CHIROPRACTIC

We want to show our love to the Lakeview community with free chiropractic services! NEW PATIENTS come see us February 12th-15th. Call to schedule your appointment today 773-525-9100.

THE CHICAGO DINER

Chocolate Strawberry Whoopie Pie! veggiediner.com

ELEVATE COFFEE

Indulge in the magical Peanut Butter Belgian Chocolate Mocha! elevatecoffee.us

DREW’S ON HALSTED

We <3 the 80’s Bottomless Brunch, Sunday February 4! Reservations at drewsonhalsted.com

RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE

Fridays at 7pm: season 16 of Rupaul’s Drag Race viewing parties! Catch it at Roscoe’s Tavern, Sidetrack, Splash, Lark.

hydrate freshman 15

HYDRATE DRAG COMPETITION

Friday’s at 9pm starting February 2. Freshman 15 is back with a new roster of sickening drag entertainers. hydratechicago.com

jankys house

REPLAY LAKEVIEW

Janky’s house and tech party, First Fridays at 10pm. replaylakeview.com

mens room barbershop

MEN’S ROOM BARBERSHOP

Make an appointment to look your best and shop for gear & accessories!

KIT KAT LOUNGE & SUPPER CLUB

It’s showtime! Tuesday-Friday Happy Hour, Neighborhood Night, Bingo Wednesday, & Bottomless Drag Brunch. kitkatchicago.com

BIG MINI PUTT CLUB

Drinks + mini golf makes the perfect date night. Book your tee time and spend Galentines or Valentines at Big Mini! bigminiputtclub.com/teetimes

EL TACO CART

Visit the new LGBTQ+/Latin owned El Taco Cart at 3207 N. Halsted. Open late night! eltacocart.com

CROSSTOWN FITNESS

Enjoy 7 Days of Unlimited Classes at CrossTown Fitness this February.

sidetrack trivia

SIDETRACK

Get Into the Groove at a Special Madonna Edition of Trivia Tuesday, February 6, starting at 9pm. sidetrackchicago.com

northalsted rainbow divider 05

A Northalsted New Year’s

Happy New Year 2024

12 fav places to celebrate the new year in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood.

cover photo: Sidetrack

Cell Block
- NYE Black Light Party
- NYD All Vinyl Disco Party
Drew’s On Halsted
- NYE at Drew’s
El Mariachi Tequila Bar
- NYE Dinner
Hydrate Nightclub
- NYE Contact ft. Arno Diem

Lark NYE - Anthony Meade - GoPride — Lark NYE – Anthony Meade – GoPride

Kit Kat Lounge
- Broadway at Kit Kat NYE
- NYD Hangover Brunch
Lark
- NYE House Party
- NYD Pajama Party Brunch
Replay Lakeview
- Champagne NYE
Progress Bar
- Pop Off 2024 w/Dida Ritz (FB)

Roscoe’s Tavern
- Super Mario New Year’s Eve
Scarlet Bar
- NYE at Scarlet (IG)
Sidetrack
- NYE at Sidetrack
- NYD One Onesie Party
Splash
- NYE House Party
- NYD Morning After Party

Splash NYE - Anthony Meade - GoPride — Splash NYE – Anthony Meade – GoPride

13 Things to Do for the Holigays

🎵 Don we now our gay apparel 💃🏾 and make our plans for festive fun🎄

It’s December & our yule logs are heating up! So load your itinerary with these 13 things/places/parties and more:

The Chicago Diner
- $20 Bonus Gift Card
GoodTimes Brewery
- $25 welcome discount!
Men’s Room Chicago
- 40% off Denim Sale
12/16 Cell Block
- Naughty Santa Party (FB)
12/16-31 Lark
- Drag Brunch, Bingo/Trivia Nights & NYE House Party
12/16-31 Kit Kat Lounge
- Drag Dining & Broadway NYE
12/16-31 Sidetrack
- Holigay Ugly Sweater & NYE Parties
12/31 Big Mini Putt Club
- Chicago Pride Unity 2k24 NYE
12/31 Drew’s On Halsted
- NYE at Drew’s
12/31 Hydrate Nightclub
- NYE at Hydrate
12/31 Replay Lakeview
- Diamonds & Champagne NYE
12/31 Roscoe’s Tavern
- Super Mario New Year’s Eve
12/31 Scarlet Bar
- NYE 2024 (IG)

cover photo: Sidetrack

SANTA SPEEDO RUN RECAP

Saturday 12/2/2023

The Santa Speedo Run Northalsted 1-mile fun run raised a stunning $150,000 in donations to benefit the Center on Halsted, supporting the LGBTQ+ community since 1973.

Over 1,000 people gathered for the annual event at Sidetrack, 3349 N. Halsted, to cheer on participants donned in swimsuits and creative holiday-themed outfits.

NORTHALSTED MEMBER HOLIDAY PARTY

Tuesday 12/5/2023

Northalsted’s Annual Meeting & Holiday Party event was held at The North End, attended by dozens of member business owners & management, Northalsted staff, SSA #18 commissioners, 44th Ward Alderman Bennett Lawson, and 46th Ward Alderwoman Angela Clay.

It was wonderful to come together as a community to reflect on the year’s accomplishments, welcome and meet new business owners, and to look forward to an exciting 2024. Northalsted Board President Drew Knecht presented donations to The Legacy Project, Chicago Police Memorial Foundation & Interpride.

Northalsted Annual Meeting Holiday Party 2023 2380 Enhanced NR Edit Del Nakamura — From Left: Alderwoman Angela Clay, Northalsted President Andrew Knecht, and Alderman Bennett Lawson

What to Do Thanksgiving Week

It’s November & the Holidays are almost upon us! Thank you to everyone for making October so fun and memorable in Chicago’s Proudest Neighborhood!

Load up your itinerary with things to do each day this coming Thanksgiving week.

11/18 Lark – Mariah Carey Drag Brunch
11/18 Roscoe’s Tavern – EggsYZ Drag Brunch
11/19 Cell Block – Sunday Bunday Disco DJ
11/19 Scarlet Bar – Monster Rave Gaga Party
11/19 Replay Lakeview – Tailgate Sundays
11/20 Amore Sushi – Buy-2-Get-1-Free Monday
11/20 GoodTimes Brewery – Happy Hour
11/21 Sidetrack – Tuesday Trivia: Hunger Games
11/21 Progress Bar – On a Tuesday!
11/22 Kit Kat Lounge – X-Tream Bingo Wednesdays
11/22 The North End – Free Pool Wednesday
11/23 Drew’s On Halsted – Thanksgiving Dinner
11/24 Splash Chicago – Friday Rated X Party
11/25 Hydrate Nightclub – Draglicious Revue
11/26 El Mariachi – Bottomless Mimosa Brunch

SANTA SPEEDO RUN

Saturday 12/2

The eagerly anticipated Santa Speedo Run Northalsted is back promising a day filled with laughter and goodwill. The annual event will kick off at noon, with entertaining festivities that culminate in a fun 1-Mile run for a great cause. All proceeds from this annual gathering will once again benefit Center on Halsted, a cornerstone of support for the LGBTQ+ community in Chicago.

Over 1,000 people will gather at Sidetrack, 3349 N. Halsted, to cheer on participants donned in swimsuits and creative holiday-themed outfits.

Register to join as an individual or part of a team: santaspeedorun.centeronhalsted.org.

OCTOBER RECAP

It was a fall of festivity and fun! Check out a full recap of events in high resolution photos.

TASTE OF NORTHALSTED

A sold out neighborhood food and beverage sampling crawl featuring Northalsted’s top restaurants and an array of beer, spirits, wine, kombucha and cocktails.

A delicious and tasty adventure of discovery: new dining destinations, meeting people and friendly group fun.
PHOTO GALLERY

LAKEVIEW HALLOWEEN PUP CRAWL

More than 300 costumed pups and their people came out for a doggie trick or treat, visiting over two dozen vendors for treats and prizes, hosted by Miss Foozie. The 9th annual event wrapped up with a patio brunch at Lark with raffle prizes and giveaways.Thanks to sponsors Sploot Veterinary and PNC Bank. Presented by A Dog’s Best Friend, Northalsted & Lark.

FinalCutDrag23 30

FINAL CUT DRAG COMPETITION

A fierce battle of frights at Splash Chicago for the Final Cut, vying for the title! Hosted by Veronica Pop, seven Chicago drag performers lip synched their way to the top.

TrickOrTreat23 DelNakamura 9756

TRICK OR TREAT

Northalsted’s littlest denizens came out for some Halloween treats!

LarkBurtonBrunch23 DelNakamura 8

TIM BURTON BRUNCH AT LARK

A magical brunch featuring Lark’s wood fired neapolitan pizza, bottomless mimosas and killer drag from Tim Burton’s most celebrated films.

HH23 Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade Del Nakamura 167

HAUNTED HALSTED HALLOWEEN PARADE

Neither chilly temps nor thundersnow could stifle the 26th annual Chicago Halloween celebration with $4,000 in prizes.Featuring hosts Matthew Rodrigues from NBC5 & Batty Davis, with live performance by Molly & Alex, and appearances by Alderman Bennett Lawson and State Senator Sara Feigenholtz.