• Do312
  • Posts
  • Daily Email - Tuesday - 8/5/2025

Daily Email - Tuesday - 8/5/2025

August 05, 2025

After a hectic but wonderful festival weekend, today is the perfect weather to chill out. But don’t sleep on what’s coming up.

Win your way into a night of mind-bending sleight-of-hand at The Close-Up Show on 9/1. Three magicians, one stage, and no bad seats. Just pure, up-close wizardry. Enter now for a shot at tickets!*

JUST ANNOUNCED

MICHELIN STAR RESTAURANTS IN CHICAGO

Photo: Sepia

Some people hike Everest. Others collect all 151 Pokémon. In Chicago, we chase Michelin stars.

This guide rounds up every Michelin-starred spot in the city, from the once-in-a-lifetime omakase joints to the “wait, this place has a star?” neighborhood gems. Whether you’re ready to drop rent money on dinner or just wanna ogle the menus like food porn, this list is the gold standard.

TELYRX PRESENTS:

PACK SUNSCREEN, NOT STRESS — PRESCRIPTIONS DELIVERED ANYWHERE

Don’t let a health speed bump derail your next summer adventure! Get your prescription online through TelyRx.com— Our licensed pharmacies will deliver your meds wherever your plans take you—beach house, camping trip, or lounging poolside. Next-day delivery and no insurance needed... so your good times don’t have to wait.*

LET’S GET SCHWIFTY

☀️ 50 Things to Do in August

August isn’t playing nice — it's hot, chaotic, and packed with 50 ways to sweat it out in style. From rooftop ragers to taco-fueled festivals, we rounded up the loudest, weirdest, most can’t-miss stuff happening this month.

🌊 Edgewater Music Fest

September 5th - 7th in Edgewater

Edgewater Music Fest is back with a two-day lakefront lineup featuring Cloud Nothings, Ric Wilson, Foxy Shazam and more on their newly-announced lineup. Food trucks, cold drinks, and a beach breeze seal the deal.

🎉 Miracle in Mundelein

September 6th-7th at 1255 Armour Blvd, Mundelein, IL

It may not be 4/20, but Miracle in Mundelein is basically a high holiday: a 100% weed-celebrating street fest with two days of DJs and live performances!

🌮 Tacos & Tequila Festival

Saturday, September 20th in Geneva, IL

Tacos and Tequila Festival is bringing oughts icons; Ludacris, Timbaland, Trina, and more for a day of tacos, tequila tastings, lucha libre, and an unrelenting party. This is not a drill. Hip-Hop, Food Fest. You could get in for free if you’re lucky.*

🎭 The Phantom of the Opera

December 11th - February 1st, 2026 at Cadillac Palace

It’s official: the Phantom rises again. Cadillac Palace hosts the world’s most iconic musical in a brilliant original production that wowed London critics. The music of the night hits different when you’re in the room. Enter to win free tickets for 12/13!*

LOCALS ONLY

  • Like Matcha? Clairo? Got one of those twisty mustaches and a tote bag? You could win Wicker Park’s newest look-alike contest.

  • A new mural is coming to Ravenswood! Look at this sick design!!! (Got any fav murals in the city? Send us the photo and location to [email protected] and we may feature it!)

🎟️ LIKE FREE TICKETS?

Do312 MORE Members get at least one pair a month. Get started with a Free Preview today to see what we have for you. Like a:

  • Indie Rock Magic @ Empty Bottle

  • Reggae Hip-Hop Fusion @ Outset

  • A Night of Hardcore and Queercore @ Sleeping Village

After your free preview, Membership is $7/mo. Cancel anytime.
Browse ticket matches before starting a trial / joining.

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

We look good from the nosebleeds.