Apr
14
7:00 PM19:00

Bohemian Rhapsody Cabaret with The Cast of Moulin Rouge! The Musical

The cast of Moulin Rouge The Musical presents Bohemian Rhapsody — a one-night-only cabaret at The Baton Lounge.

Featuring sensational performances from both onstage and orchestra members, this electrifying evening will showcase the unique artistry of the cast, including talent from across the country and a few beloved Chicago local performers. It will be a night of music that goes beyond the stage, as the performers bring their own voices, styles, and passions to life in ways you’ve never seen before.

Plus, with exclusive signed memorabilia from the cast of Moulin Rouge and other one-of-a-kind treasures up for auction, dollars raised will support Chicago House!

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Hadestown
May
14
6:15 PM18:15

Hadestown

Step into Way Down Hadestown with Us!

Join the Chicago House family for an exclusive experience in our private suite at the CIBC Theatre, where you'll enjoy the best of Broadway, delicious bites, and complimentary drinks. Mingle with fellow theater lovers and connect with our leadership team to learn about the exciting work happening at Chicago House. Don’t wait on this chance to immerse yourself in a night of soulful entertainment!

More about Hadestown

Step into the unforgettable world of Hadestown, where love, loss, and hope collide with every note. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, Hadestown brings its spellbinding story to life in a way that lingers long after the final curtain.

Hurry - there is a limited quantity available!

$150 covers your ticket and access to our suite, which includes snacks and drinks.

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Oct
31
6:00 AM06:00

Halloween Happy Hour

Join us for a Halloween Happy Hour benefitting Chicago House! Kick off your Halloween evening with us from 5:00-7:00 PM at Charlie's. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door, and include your first drink and entry into a raffle. Enjoy a spook-tacular evening of socializing, music, and dancing. Costumes are encouraged but not required, so come as you are or in your Halloween best! All ticket sales directly support Chicago House's client fund, helping those who receive our services make their house a home. Start your night with us and make a difference in your community. Get your tickets now and join us for a frightfully fun evening.

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Some Like It Hot, with Broadway In Chicago
Oct
22
6:15 PM18:15

Some Like It Hot, with Broadway In Chicago

Enjoy an evening of top-notch entertainment and meaningful conversation with Chicago House and our CEO, Michael Herman by attending this spectacular Broadway Show! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with the agency to learn more about the exciting things happening at Chicago House. This is your chance to enjoy an unforgettable night of dazzling performances, private suite access, light bites, all while supporting the important work we do at Chicago House.

Please contact Senior Director of Development, Dave Barta (dbarta@chicagohouse.org) for details.

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Arick Buckles, Celebration of Life
Oct
19
5:00 PM17:00

Arick Buckles, Celebration of Life

  • 4055 West Parker Avenue Chicago, IL, 60639 United States (map)
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Join friends, family and staff for a joyful celebration of beloved, long-time Chicago House staff member Arick Buckles. This memorial celebration will honor Arick through sharing stories, enjoying music, and reliving the joy he brought to us all. Arick loved hats, so guests are asked to wear their best hat or headpiece in Arick’s honor.

In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made to AIDS Run/Walk, Team Chicago House here.

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Sep
28
9:00 AM09:00

AIDS Run/Walk Chicago 2024

Chicago House is participating in the AIDS Run & Walk on September 28th, 2024! This event is a fantastic opportunity to come together as a community, raise essential funds, and show our support for those affected by HIV/AIDS.

Getting involved is easy:

  • Click the button below, it will take you to the AIDS Run & Walk website to sign up.

  • Select "Join Team" on the left side.

  • Choose "Team Chicago House" and complete your registration.

As a Community Direct Team, 90% of all funds raised will go directly to support our programs and services. Whether you walk, run, or strut across the finish line, your participation makes a difference.

Join us in making this event impactful and memorable. Let’s come together, have fun, and support a great cause. Sign up today and be a part of Team Chicago House!

See you at the finish line!

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Champagne Wrapture
Aug
8
6:30 PM18:30

Champagne Wrapture

We are delighted to invite you to the annual Champagne Wrapture event, hosted by the Associate Board of Chicago House. After the success of last year’s Wrapture, we are excited to come together once again on Thursday, August 8, 2024.

This year, we will be celebrating against the stunning backdrop of downtown Chicago on a beautiful rooftop in Streeterville. Enjoy the summer ambiance as we gather to support our mission and connect with fellow supporters.

We extend our gratitude to Bryon Farmer and Ray Lechner, former Chicago House board chair and longtime supporter of the agency, for his generosity in hosting this event.

Secure your spot today! VIP tickets, priced at $250, will grant you exclusive access to the reception starting at 5:30 PM, while General Admission tickets, priced at $125, will provide entry to the reception starting at 6:30 PM.

Don’t miss out on this evening of celebration, sparkling bubbly, passed hors d’oeuvres, and an exciting silent auction. We’d love to have you there!

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Mar
21
5:30 PM17:30

Spring Brunch Table Captain Kick-Off Event

Join us for the highly anticipated Chicago House Spring Brunch & Fashion Show Kick Off. This event brings together our esteemed Table Captains to select their preferred table locations for the main event. Join us for an evening of light snacks, refreshing drinks, and the opportunity to reserve tables for your guests. Don't miss this chance to secure your spot! 

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Nov
5
2:00 PM14:00

Martinis that Matter!

Join the Chicago House at Marty’s Martini Bar on Sunday, November 5, 2023 from 2-5 PM at 1511 W. Balmoral Ave. Chicago, IL 60640.

As part of their community giving back efforts, ALL the proceeds from Martinis that Matter will be donated to Chicago House and support our Client Fund.

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Barbie Horror Haus Halloween Party
Oct
26
7:00 PM19:00

Barbie Horror Haus Halloween Party

Join us for a night of spine-tingling thrills, pink on pink on pink and hauntingly good fun at Chicago House's Barbie Horror Haus Halloween Party! It's the spookiest soirée of the year, and we promise you won't want to miss it. Step into a world of eerie elegance as Barbie Horror Haus transforms into a haunted speakeasy like no other. 

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2023 AIDS Run & Walk
Sep
30
9:00 AM09:00

2023 AIDS Run & Walk

Join Team Chicago House at this year’s AIDS Run and Walk. Roll, walk, strut, or run to raise funds for Chicago House’s Client Fund

The Client Fund supports our clients with emergent needs and equips their case manager with resources to rapidly response.

1410 Special Olympics Drive, Chicago, IL 60605

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Jul
8
1:00 PM13:00

Freedom Fest with Revolution Brewing

Freedom Fest is BACK July 8th! Get ready for the second annual celebration of our rainbow-iridescent beers and the folks who love them.

Bask in the summer sun at Freedom Fest, a massive Brewery Parking Lot Party at the Revolution Taproom (3340 N. Kedzie) showcasing our line of Freedom Session Sours. This year, Freedom Fest is proudly benefitting Chicago House, which since 1985 has been supporting individuals and families impacted by HIV and whose TransLife Care program provides comprehensive resources to the transgender community.

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Jun
17
to Jun 18

Volunteer: Chicago Pride Fest

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Join Chicago House at Pride Fest this year! The annual Chicago Pride Fest® is a legendary street festival, held the weekend before the Chicago Pride Parade (last Sunday in June). We’re seeking volunteers to assist with the gates for the event.

We’re looking for volunteers to staff the festival gates with shifts on June 17.

Shift 1: 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM

Sign up below or contact the Development team at development@chicagohouse.org with any questions.

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Jun
11
1:00 PM13:00

Pride at Bambola: A benefit for Chicago House

Join us for Pride at Bambola: a pride party hosted by Chicago House Associate Board member Jon Knott and friend of Chicago House, Ryan Meyers. This indoor / outdoor event at the stunning new West Loop restaurant, Bambola will include a live DJ, access to the inspired cocktail menu with a portion of bar proceeds benefiting Chicago House. 100% of ticket sales directly benefit Chicago House as well.  

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Jun
11
12:00 PM12:00

Feast Fitness 4th Annual Charity WOD benefiting TPAN and Chicago House

Feast Fitness + Nutrition is proud to host the 4th annual charity WOD benefiting TPAN and Chicago House. No CrossFit experience needed, all levels welcome.

Your $30 registration fee will not only support these organizations but also get you a coach led warm up, a workout, free beer, baked good, a drag performance and raffle tickets to win exciting prizes.

Registration is now open!

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Jun
11
10:30 AM10:30

PomSquad Fitness BIG GAY JUNE with Mattrick and Jenarator

We're full of BIG GAY JUNE PRIDE and have been at this for ELEVEN YEARS NOW!! That means we have over 50 routines to choose from that highlight gay artists and their icons as well as few brand new ones and we gotta say... it's one of the most fun classes of the year! 🏳️‍🌈

We are pleased to continue our commitment to giving back to the LGBTQIA community and this year we will be donating proceeds to a wonderful, hyperlocal organization called Chicago House.* See below to learn more about them!

Sunday, June 11, 2023

10:30-11:30AM 

Visceral Dance Center

3121 N. Rockwell St, Chicago, IL

Free street parking

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Jun
9
to Jun 11

Volunteer: Midsommar Fest

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Join Chicago House at Midsommarfest this year! An annual summer favorite, Midsommarfest is Andersonville’s Swedish roots. Volunteers of the festival are welcome to join in the festival fun all weekend long and will receive a free event t-shirt, discounted drink tokens, snacks, and more!

We’re looking for volunteers to staff the festival gates with shifts on June 8, 10, or 11th

Shift 1: 11 AM to 5 PM

Shift 2: 4 PM to 10 PM

Sign up below or contact the Development team at development@chicagohouse.org with any questions.

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Tap Into Change
Jun
1
to Aug 31

Tap Into Change

Purchase a Molson Coors product at Big Chicks this summer to support Chicago House! Chicago House was selected as part of this year's Tap Into Change, where Molson Coors will donate $50,000 to Chicagoland LGBTQ+ nonprofits.

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May
20
7:30 PM19:30

NOVA VI: Pathways

Constellation Men’s Ensemble has selected Chicago House as it’s community partner for their upcoming May show, NOVA VI.

NOVA VI Pathways will feature music exploring the ideas of place, home, journey, and nostalgia. NOVA VI will feature the world premiere of cardinal directions by award-winning composer Alex Berko. The rest of the program will premiere more composers' works giving voice to identity, perspective, and understanding all within our collective existence on this earth.

A portion of the proceeds from these concerts will benefit Chicago House directly as Constellation's 2023 Community Uplift Partner. 

Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 7:30 PM

Guarneri Hall
11 East Adams Street · 3rd Floor
Chicago, Illinois 60603

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May
19
6:30 PM18:30

NOVA VI: Pathways

Constellation Men’s Ensemble has selected Chicago House as it’s community partner for their upcoming May show, NOVA VI.

NOVA VI Pathways will feature music exploring the ideas of place, home, journey, and nostalgia. NOVA VI will feature the world premiere of cardinal directions by award-winning composer Alex Berko. The rest of the program will premiere more composers' works giving voice to identity, perspective, and understanding all within our collective existence on this earth.

A portion of the proceeds from these concerts will benefit Chicago House directly as Constellation's 2023 Community Uplift Partner. 

Friday, May 19 at 6:30 PM

Guarneri Hall
11 East Adams Street · 3rd Floor
Chicago, Illinois 60603

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2023 Spring Brunch and Fashion Show
May
7
12:00 PM12:00

2023 Spring Brunch and Fashion Show

SOLD OUT!
This year’s theme, Secret Garden, will greet you with oversized florals and leafy vines and other greenery to reveal models and entertainers who magically transform the runway into a poetic place of fashion, fantasy, and fun.

Tickets on sale NOW! Make plans to join us on May 7th. You won’t want to miss this sellout event!

Sunday, May 7, 2023 at 12:00 PM

Winter Garden at the Harold Washington Library

400 S. State Street

Chicago, IL 60605

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Martinis that Matter at Marty's!
Nov
6
2:00 PM14:00

Martinis that Matter at Marty's!

Join the Chicago House Associate Board at Marty’s Martini Bar on Sunday, November 6, 2022 from 2-5 PM at 1511 W. Balmoral Ave. Chicago, IL 60640.

As part of their community giving back efforts, ALL the proceeds from Martinis that Matter will be donated to Chicago House and support our Client Fund.

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High Tea - A Queer Marketplace & Variety Show
Aug
22
3:00 PM15:00

High Tea - A Queer Marketplace & Variety Show

Auntie's Coffee, Sunphillage, & Heartthrob Production's cordially invites you to attend the 2ND ANNUAL - HIGH TEA: CHICAGO - An Experiential Marketplace and Variety Show featuring local small businesses and queer artists/performers!

Hosted by Bourbon on Division - "Chicago's best new intimate live music venue"

Who: Queer CANNA-ENTHUSED Community + allies!

Where: Bourbon on Division - 2050 West Division Street

Time: 3pm-7pm

Doors + Marketplace Open - 3pm

Variety Show Starts - 4:30pm

DJ & Dance Party - 5:30-7pm

Theme - "Got to be SEEN in GREEN"

Come out and be seen in all your Green Grandeur Glory!

** All attendees must be 21+**

The safety and wellbeing of our community is our priority. We will be adhering to the following guidelines:

-Vaccination Checks

-Face Masks and/or Face Shields

-Gloves & Sanitation as needed.

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Save the Date: Mix Tape No. 1 by Kiki Queens
Aug
20
6:30 PM18:30

Save the Date: Mix Tape No. 1 by Kiki Queens

Kiki Queens are here to save the day! Or, more, we’re here to help where we can. Our mission is to raise awareness and funds, through performance, for Chicago area nonprofits doing services in the LGBTQ+ community.

It’s time for a Kiki Cabaret. Join us for an intimate, cabaret-style summer show! New table seating options, a live pre-show Kiki band, and all the drag performers you could hope for.

Kiki Queens are hosting a drag beneficiary event in support of Chicago House. There are TWO Saturday shows, one from 6:30-8:00, and a second from 9:00-10:30.

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Save the Date: Mix Tape No. 1 by Kiki Queens
Aug
19
7:30 PM19:30

Save the Date: Mix Tape No. 1 by Kiki Queens

Kiki Queens are here to save the day! Or, more, we’re here to help where we can. Our mission is to raise awareness and funds, through performance, for Chicago area nonprofits doing services in the LGBTQ+ community.

It’s time for a Kiki Cabaret. Join us for an intimate, cabaret-style summer show! New table seating options, a live pre-show Kiki band, and all the drag performers you could hope for.

Kiki Queens are hosting a drag beneficiary event in support of Chicago House.

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Champagne Wrapture - SOLD OUT
Jul
28
6:30 PM18:30

Champagne Wrapture - SOLD OUT

This year’s event is sold out! Still interested in purchasing tickets? Call Lisa McCaskill (773.917.7706).


Join the Chicago House Associate Board for the reemergence of Champagne Wrapture! This longtime Chicago House signature event will be back on July 28 and hope you can join us. Enjoy champagne and hear updates on the work of Chicago House while taking in the beautiful summer on a rooftop in Streeterville, downtown Chicago. A special thanks to former Chicago House board member, longtime friend and support of the agency, Ray Lechner and Bryon Farmer for hosting the event.

VIP tickets include reception, exclusive champagne tasting and presentation with sommelier Nancy J. Sabatini, WSET.

VIP Tickets: $250

VIP Reception 5:30-8:00 PM
General Admission: $100

GA Reception 6:30-8:00 PM


Proof of vaccination required. Address provided upon registration. Contact Tyler Hough with any questions or needs.

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Jun
26
10:00 AM10:00

Chicago Pride Parade

Join Chicago House and JP Morgan Chase in this year’s Chicago Pride Parade! Thank you to everyone who registered, confirmation and line-up details will be sent shortly.

** Please note that you will receive a confirmation update from development@chicagohouse.org to confirm your place in this year’s parade. You will only be confirmed once you received the email from Chicago House **

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Jun
25
3:00 PM15:00

Pride Party benefiting Chicago House

Join us on Saturday, June 25 for a Pride Party benefiting Chicago House. ForeverYoung MedSpa is hosting a Pride Party, including hors d’oeuvres, raffles, and a live DJ, to celebrate Pride and give back to community organizations making a difference.

ForeverYoung MedSpa

7350 N Cicero Ave, Lincolnwood, IL 60712

3:00-7:00 PM

The event is free, but registration is required.

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