Smartbar Chicago

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

🕯️ october queen! 🕯️

a monster of a month at smartbar! full of ghouls and goblins to keep you dancing

all parties on sale now at smartbarchicago.com/queen - haunt the club with us 👻

09/01/2026

::new party announcements::

10/9: Objekt * Kia * Madeline

10/23: Lake Effect ft. musclecars * DJ Heather

secure your spot on the dancefloor now at smartbarchicago.com/events 🌀

08/31/2026

Bambounou, born Jeremy Guindo, is a Parisian DJ and producer whose sound emerges from diverse cultural influences and musical experimentation. with a French-Malian-Polish heritage, his music weaves together the futuristic threads of UK techno, IDM, and tribal rhythms.

Bambounou continues to establish himself as a strong force in the Parisian electronic music scene, gaining international acclaim with his genre-blending productions and electrifying DJ sets! 🎚️

don't miss him at smartbar on 9/12 for Statement Piece alongside Madeline and Liquid City Motors! on sale now 🔗bit.ly/bambounou_0912

08/27/2026

::on the horizon::

welcome a new season and dance into september with us! 🍂

a full month of parties are waiting for you - tix avail now at smartbarchicago.com/events 🎫

08/26/2026

::this weekend::

fri. 8/28 ✦ Flowers of Romance ft. DJ Godfather * Justin Aulis Long 2x4 Grey People * CCTV with visuals by Videowaste

sat. 8/29 ✦ Nip Slip x Mama’s House ft. Nita Aviance * Ariel Zetina * JAXX * Glamour Cadaver hosted by Mamadou * OPAL

sun. 8/30 ✦ Acid Queen! ft. Madeline * Michael Serafini * Shaun J Wright hosted by Lucy Stoole * Nico * Khloe Park

tickets available at smartbarchicago.com :: see you there!

08/25/2026

::new party announcement::

10/10: Format presents Wata Igarashi * Brenda * Shanti

join us for another all night techno takeover with 🔊

tix on sale now - see you on the dancefloor

🎫bit.ly/wata_1010

08/24/2026

::new party announcement::

11/19: Bitchin Bajas (Live) * Radio de Gregorio * Potions

Chicago-bred ambient/experimental instrumental music trio Bitchin Bajas brings their one-of-a-kind sound to smartbar for a special live set in the club

get ready to dance the night away! on sale now at the link in our bio ⚡️

08/20/2026

::new party announcements::

ARC After Dark returns! 🌙

two all-building celebrations with some of your favorite artists fresh from their daytime set, straight to the all-night afters affair

join us for this Labor Day weekend celebration, right here in the home of House music! tickets and more info available at the link in our bio 🔗

08/18/2026

PAURRO is a proud ambassador of Mexico’s vibrant electronic music landscape! She has solidified her position as a prominent figure on the global stage, enchanting audiences with her dynamic performances and cutting-edge productions ⚡️

her dedication to her craft and dynamic performances have earned her a loyal fan base and a reputation as one of the industry’s most versatile and talented DJs

don't miss her at smartbar this friday nigth for Ariel Zetina's Diamond Formation party! your ticket is waiting 🎟️bit.ly/paurro_0821