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Address

3359 North Halsted Street, Chicago

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Phone

(773) 697-9268

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Website

progressbarchicago.com

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About this place Progress Bar

Progress Bar is a gay bar in Chicago's Boystown, at Roscoe and Halsted, where you can reliably find a crowd ready to dance and drink. It’s in the thick of things in Boystown, one of the country's oldest LGBTQ+ neighborhoods. That means it's easy to pop in and out of, or to use as a launchpad for a longer night, with other bars and restaurants just steps away. Don't expect anything groundbreaking here, just a solid gay bar experience: drinks, dancing, and a friendly vibe. It’s a good spot to meet people or just unwind. Check their website for specific hours or any themed nights they might have going on. It’s a straightforward, unpretentious place to grab a drink in one of the city's most walkable LGBTQ+ areas.

Upcoming events at Progress Bar

Santa Speedo Run 2026

12:00 PM

Opening Hours

Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 17:00-02:00

Wednesday 17:00-02:00

Thursday 17:00-02:00

Friday 17:00-02:00

Saturday 15:00-03:00

Sunday 13:00-02:00

Features

Gay LGBTQ+ Bar (alcohol) Gay (mostly men) Mixed LGBTQ+ Chill / Relaxed Dance Local favorite DJ sets Cocktail bar Dance club Late night (after midnight) Easy access Active nighttime