Babylon Chicago

04/17/2026

We’re headed Back 2 Babylon for another round! The second installment of the q***r throwback dance party reviving the sound of turn-of-the-Millennium gay club culture, Babylon is back on Sunday, May 3rd at Jackhammer Chicago from 7:00PM - 1:00AM, and the first Sunday of every month- same time, same place. Let’s get soaking wet!

Hosted by: eRiS & Ben Trotter
Upstairs DJs: Chata, Knocktopuss, heroic.vers
Downstairs DJs: Floor Supervisor, Datalore

Get transported back in time to dance to iconic late ’90s and early ’00s club anthems and deep cuts from Thunderpuss, Hex Hector, Almighty, Junior Vasquez, Peter Rauhofer, Jonathan Peters, Victor Calderone, Deborah Cox, Amber, Kristine W, and much more.

$10 advance, $15 door. Clothes check available. 21+

Tickets available at www.jackhammerchicago.com!

Graphic design by .x.gutierrez

Jackhammer
6406 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60626

03/26/2026

Getting ready for Babylon at Jackhammer next weekend? Here’s some inspo to get you in the mood

There are no wrong answers here, just a few ideas to spark something if you’re stuck on outfit inspiration or general vibe. Think: it’s 2000 all over again, and you’re stepping out accordingly. Or disregard the theme entirely, and just do you!

See you on the dance floor! Pre-sale tix still available at: https://2bearstaverngroup.ticketspice.com/welcome-to-babylon

03/18/2026

Pre-sale tickets are now live for Babylon! Save some $ and get them ahead of time:
https://2bearstaverngroup.ticketspice.com/welcome-to-babylon

LIFE IS TOO SHORT FOR VANILLAEmbrace | Celebrate | Explore Preserving and celebrating the diversity of the LGBTQIA+ Community for over 20 years Embrace your passions and curiosities, meet new friends, and create unforgettable memories in an environment that celebrates diversity and encourages self-e...

03/13/2026

Coming the first Sunday of every month, a q***r throwback dance party reviving the sound of turn-of-the-Millennium gay club culture…

Welcome to Babylon Chicago.

Sunday, April 5th at Jackhammer | 7:00PM-1:00AM
Hosted by Laila McQueen
Upstairs DJs: heroic.vers & Knocktopuss
Downstairs DJs: Tigermilk & 999

Dance to iconic late ’90s and early ’00s club anthems and deep cuts from Thunderpuss, Hex Hector, Almighty, Junior Vasquez, Peter Rauhofer, Jonathan Peters, Victor Calderone, Deborah Cox, Amber, Kristine W, and much more.

$10 advance, $15 door. Clothes check available. 21+

Tickets in bio or at www.jackhammerchicago.com

Graphic design by .x.gutierrez

Jackhammer
6406 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60626

LIFE IS TOO SHORT FOR VANILLAEmbrace | Celebrate | Explore Preserving and celebrating the diversity of the LGBTQIA+ Community for over 20 years Embrace your passions and curiosities, meet new friends, and create unforgettable memories in an environment that celebrates diversity and encourages self-e...