LAGBAC

Meet the Bar - September 26, 2025
2025-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Sidetrack, 3349 N Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60657, United States
Come out and enjoy networking and cocktails with LAGBAC members and LGBTQ+ lawyers and legal professionals at LAGBAC’s first “Meet the Bar” of the season on Friday, September 26, 2025, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Sidetrack! Active LAGBAC members are FREE. Non-members are $25. Get your tickets here. We hope to see you there!
Interested in sponsoring one of LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar” events? Please email us at info@lagbac.org for details.

Meet the Bar - October 24, 2025
2025-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Sidetrack, 3349 N Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60657, United States
Come out and enjoy networking and cocktails with LAGBAC members and LGBTQ+ lawyers and legal professionals at LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar” on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Sidetrack! Active LAGBAC members are FREE. Non-members are $25. Get your tickets here. We hope to see you there!
Interested in sponsoring one of LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar” events? Please email us at info@lagbac.org for details.

2025-2026 Mentorship Program Kickoff Event
2025-11-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Michael Best, 444 W. Lake St. Ste. 3200, Chicago, IL, 60606, United States
RSVP for the 2025-2026 Mentorship Program Kickoff Event to start this year’s Mentorship Program!

When: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Michael Best
444 W. Lake Street
Suite 3200
Chicago, IL 60606

This will be a great opportunity for you and your Mentor/Mentee to meet in person, along with the other individuals in the program. We will have beer, wine, and light snacks, so if your schedule allows we would love to see you! Please contact Jared Reynolds at jreynolds@lagbac.org if you have any questions.

You must RSVP before 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, so that your name can be provided to security.

Meet the Bar - November 21, 2025
2025-11-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Sidetrack, 3349 N Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60657, United States
Come out and enjoy networking and cocktails with LAGBAC members and LGBTQ+ lawyers and legal professionals at LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar” on Friday, November 21, 2025, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Sidetrack! Active LAGBAC members are FREE. Non-members are $25. Get your tickets here. We hope to see you there!
Interested in sponsoring one of LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar” events? Please email us at info@lagbac.org for details.

2025 Medical Legal Mixer
2025-12-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Replay Andersonville, 5358 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, 60640, United States
The 2025 Medical Legal Mixer will be at Replay Andersonville located at 5358 N. Clark St. on Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 6:00 – 9:00 P.M. Tickets are $60.00 for Members and 75.00 for Non-Members. Tickets include a 2-hour hosted bar and light refreshments. You can purchase your tickets here.

*** There is a cap on ticket sales. Tickets are likely to sell out and will not be available for purchase at the door. Be sure to purchase your tickets while tickets are available online. ***

This event is in support of The Night Ministry’s “The Crib”, an essential overnight shelter for young adults (18-24) facing homelessness, serving a large LGBTQ+ population. It provides a safe, welcoming space with beds, showers, and vital support. Learn more here.

Donations are accepted at this event. Please consider donating some of the following toiletries/necessities:

Toothbrushes/toothpaste
Deodorant
Hand cream/hand warmers
Stretchy gloves
Flannel lounge/PJ Pants
Small packs of tissue/bandages
Lip balm
Adult thermal socks/long underwear
Deck of cards
Gift cards for Amazon, Target, Dunkin’, CTA Passes, Starbucks, Subway, etc.

Would you like to add a monetary donation through LAGBAC to help support “The Crib”? If so, you can do so here.

Meet the Bar - January 30, 2026
2026-01-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Sidetrack, 3349 N Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60657, United States
Enjoy networking and cocktails with LAGBAC members, LGBTQ+ lawyers and legal professionals at LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar/Membership Renewal Kickoff” on Friday, January 30, 2026, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Sidetrack! Active LAGBAC members are FREE. Non-members are $25. Get your tickets here. We hope to see you there!
Interested in sponsoring one of LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar” events? Please email us at info@lagbac.org for details.

Queer Black History Month Legal Mixer
2026-02-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Nobody’s Darling, 1744 W Balmoral Ave., Chicago, 60640, United States
Enjoy networking and cocktails with LAGBAC, AIJ, CBA and CCBA for our
2nd Queer Black History Month Legal Mixer
at Nobody’s Darling, a Black LGBTQ+ owned establishment.

ALL ARE WELCOME!

WHEN: Thursday, February 12, 2026
TIME: 5:00 – 8:00 pm
WHERE: Nobody’s Darling

Active LAGBAC/AIJ/CBA/CCBA Members: FREE
Non-Members: $30.00
CASH BAR & LIGHT APPETIZERS
Reserve or Purchase Tickets HERE!

Interested in sponsoring? Please email info@lagbac.org.

Meet the Bar - March 27, 2026
2026-03-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Sidetrack, 3349 N Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60657, United States
Enjoy networking and cocktails with LAGBAC members and LGBTQ+ lawyers and legal professionals at LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar” on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Sidetrack! Active LAGBAC members are FREE. Non-members are $25. Get your tickets here. We hope to see you there!

This “Meet the Bar” is sponsored by the MCS Group.

Interested in sponsoring one of LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar” events? Please email us at info@lagbac.org for details.

Women+ Sunday Social
2026-03-29 16:30 - 19:00 | Whiskey Girl Tavern, 6318 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, 60660, United States
LAGBAC invites you to our Women+ Sunday Social at Whiskey Girl Tavern on Sunday, March 29, 2026, from 4:30 – 7:00 P.M.
Active LAGBAC members are FREE and non-members are $25. Your membership must be active to attend this event for free. If your membership is inactive, you can renew here.
Reserve or purchase your tickets here today as space is limited.

Meet the Bar - April 24, 2026
2026-04-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Sidetrack, 3349 N Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60657, United States
Enjoy networking and cocktails with LAGBAC members and LGBTQ+ lawyers and legal professionals at LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar” on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Sidetrack! Active LAGBAC members are FREE. Non-members are $25. Get your tickets here. We hope to see you there!

Interested in sponsoring one of LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar” events? Please email us at info@lagbac.org for details.

Meet the Bar - May 29, 2026
2026-05-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Sidetrack, 3349 N Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60657, United States
Enjoy networking and cocktails with LAGBAC members and LGBTQ+ lawyers and legal professionals at LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar” on Friday, May 29, 2026, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Sidetrack! Active LAGBAC members are FREE. Non-members are $25. Get your tickets here. We hope to see you there!
Join our special guest The Chicago Therapy Collective as we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month!

Interested in sponsoring one of LAGBAC’s “Meet the Bar” events? Please email us at info@lagbac.org for details.

LAGBAC and IPLAC Annual Pride Mixer
2026-06-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Punch Bowl Social, 310 N. Green St., Chicago, IL, 60607, United States
Come celebrate Pride Month with LAGBAC – Chicago’s LGBTQ+ Bar Association and the Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago – IPLAC Pride Mixer!

WHEN: Wednesday, June 3, 2026
TIME: 5:30 – 7:30 P.M.
LOCATION: Punch Bowl Social | 310 N. Green St.

Register here! See you there!

LAGBAC Pride Parade Judicial Reception
2026-06-28 09:30 - 12:00 | Big Gay Sal’s Pizza, 3445 N. Halsted St., Chicago, 60657, United States
🌈 Pride Parade Judicial Reception 2026
We invite you to the Pride Parade Judicial Reception in celebration of Chicago’s 55th Annual Pride Parade, a cherished tradition that brings together members of our legal community in the spirit of Pride, connection, and celebration.
📅 Event Details
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2026Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PMLocation: Big Gay Sal’s PizzaAddress: 3445 N. Halsted, Chicago
Enjoy great views of the parade, delicious food, and refreshing beverages from one of the best spots on the route!
🎟️ Tickets
Judiciary: Complimentary
LAGBAC Members: $45
Non-Members: $75
➡️ Get your tickets here NOW as SPACE IS LIMITED!

THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS:
Alliance of Illinois Judges (AIJ)

Block|Reid

The Young Lawyers Section (YLS) of the Chicago Bar Association

Schiller, DuCanto & Fleck LLP

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP

Lavender Law Rooftop Celebration
2026-07-15 17:30 - 20:00 | Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, 151 North Franklin Street, Chicago, IL, 60606, United States
LAGBAC – Chicago’s LGBTQ+ Bar Association presents the Lavender Law Rooftop Celebration on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 5:30 – 8:00 P.M. at Hinshaw & Culbertson’s Rooftop located at 151 N. Franklin St., Ste. 2500, Chicago, IL.
Please RSVP here to secure your spot! See you there!
Presenting Sponsors:

Market Days Brunch 2026
2026-08-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Lark, 3441 N Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60657, United States
You are invited to LAGBAC – Chicago’s LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Market Days Brunch

WHEN: Saturday, August 8, 2026
WHERE: Lark | 3441 N. Halsted St.
TIME: 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
COST: $45 Members | $65 Non-Members

Get your tickets here TODAY as SPACE IS LIMITED! See you there!
