Chicago’s doing that thing again where it can’t decide if it’s summer or fall. Whatever. We’ve got Ariana shows, fests, and bar crawls to keep you busy either way.

Hannibal Buress storms Ramova Theatre on September 19th for a night of razor-sharp comedy and outrageous laughs. Expect quick wit, wild stories, and nonstop entertainment. Enter today for your chance to win two tickets.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• The 312 Comedy Festival is back, turning Chicago into a punchline paradise from November 4th–9th. Big names, and six venues’ worth of chaos—this is the comedy week you definitely don't want to miss. Get your tickets today.*

• Vegan vibes, local pride, and zero entry fee. The 2nd Annual Logan Vegan (LoVe) Festival hits Logan Square on Saturday with plant-based eats, DJs, and neighborhood joy from morning to night. See you there!*

• The bad tattoos have landed—and they’re somehow worse than we imagined. Vote now for the most tragic tat and help someone win Riot Fest 2025 VIP passes (and possibly a free laser session to forget it all).

• Ariana Grande just dropped another Chicago stop, and yes—it’s the type of arena-level sparkle that makes you believe in miracles again. Tix go on sale tomorrow.

• Plus just announed shows from Tame Impala, Dim Sum & Drag, Baauer, Halsey, Golden Smog, Lotus, Jefferson Starship, Screeching Weasel, and more!

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

Hispanic Heritage Month is back, and Chicago does not mess around. We pulled together events that spotlight the people, flavors, and sounds shaping this city every damn day.

• HISPANIC HERITAGE WITH JEWEL-OSCO: Saturday at 5320 S Pulaski Road

• LATIN JAM: September 16th at Lemon

• POLE NIGHT - LATINX HERITAGE: September 19th at Provocateur Lounge

• HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION SHOW: September 20th at Magoo’s Bar

• RETRO NIGHT - HISPANIC HERITAGE CELEBRATION: September 27th at Hairpin Arts Center

IN THE FUTURE

LOCALS ONLY

• We just dropped our top picks of the week yesterday. Still looking for plans to kepe you busy?

• Run, don’t walk - Honey Butter Beach Club opens tomorrow at Play SPF. We’ll be working our way through all of their seafood. Check it out!

• Skip the traffic jams—ride a Shoreline water taxi straight to Soldier Field for Bears games. Boat time!

• Comedian and snacking savant Mary Bowers is bringing her The Joy of Snacking book tour and comedy show to Chicago. Get tickets for the show.

FEATURED

Subscribe to Gay Do312 to find the best LGBTQ+ giveaways, events, and artists in Chicago!

It’s not a goodbye, it’s a “see you in a longer commute.”