Chicago PrimeTimers upcoming events

Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop] (Wednesday, August 26, 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:15:00 GMT

Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

After the concert, please join us for lunch at historic Pittsfield Cafe at 55 E. Washington, just a few blocks south of the church. The concertgoers typically arrive at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m., perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.

To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

Sunday at BIG CHICKS! [Edgewater] (Sunday, August 30, 2026)

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT

As each month winds down, CPT members will gather for a festive evening of good food, great drinks, and even better company. Join us at Big Chicks, one of our favorite spots to relax and connect!

When you arrive, head to the cozy room on the left—that’s where the fun happens!

Drinks are available at the bar (cash only, so plan ahead!)
Food can be ordered at the back of our room, offering tasty bites to enjoy while you mingle.

The atmosphere is relaxed and social — folks move around, chat, and catch up throughout the evening. Service might be a bit leisurely, but no one minds when the company’s this good! Please note the bar is CASH ONLY, but there is an ATM to help you out!

We typically start gathering around 6:00 PM, and most of us wrap up by 8:00 PM.

Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to share laughs, stories, and great moments with the CPT community.

Dinner at Roscoe's [Boystown] (Tuesday, September 01, 2026)

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Roscoe's is a great place to get a quick dinner on a weeknight. Be sure to ask your attractive server about the $5 special on Smashburgers!

After dinner, most of us will walk across the street for OUTspoken at Sidetrack. Of course, you are welcome to join us for dinner at Roscoe's whether or not you plan to attend OUTspoken afterward.

Please register if you plan to join us for dinner and register separately for OUTspoken if you plan to attend that as well.

OUTspoken at Sidetrack [Boystown] (Tuesday, September 01, 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

On the first Tuesday of each month, Sidetrack Video Bar hosts OUTspoken, an LGBTQ+ storytelling event. OUTspoken consistently features entertaining and thought-provoking stories, all of which have some gay connection.

Some of us will meet at Roscoe's for dinner at 5:30 p.m. before heading to Sidetrack at around 6:30–6:45 p.m. Please register separately for dinner at Roscoe's if you plan to join us there.

Please register online and also contact Bob to let him know whether you would like to attend dinner at Roscoe's, OUTspoken at Sidetrack, or both.

Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop] (Wednesday, September 02, 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:15:00 GMT

Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.

Contact Ron for more information.

To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

Lunch at Moody's [Edgewater] (Tuesday, September 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Our September Lunch will be held at noon on Tuesday, September 8, at Moody's Pub, which is located at 5910 N. Broadway in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood. Since Moody's will not provide separate checks, please plan to bring cash, preferably in small bills! Menu items begin at $15.

Moody's can be reached by taking the #36 Broadway bus to Broadway and Thorndale. There is limited street parking on Thorndale and on the side streets near Moody's.

Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop] (Wednesday, September 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:15:00 GMT

Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.

Contact Ron for more information.

To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

Out in the Park at Six Flags Great America [Gurnee] (Saturday, September 12, 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Short Lines. Big Vibes.

Get ready for an unforgettable night! Join PRIDEChicago for Out in the Park, an exclusive, private-capacity evening at Six Flags Great America—where the crowds are gone, the wait times disappear, and the entire park is ours!

Come celebrate diversity, ride your favorite coasters under the stars, and help give back to the community.

Why you can’t miss it: This isn’t just a fun night out—it’s a celebration with a purpose. A portion of all ticket sales benefit PRIDEChicago and local community initiatives.

Out in the Park is back for its 15th year on Saturday, September 12th (7:30PM – 12AM) and advanced tickets are now on sale!

Buy your tickets here.

Pig Roast in Cincinnati with Tri-State Prime Timers (Sunday, September 13, 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Tri-State Prime Timers, which serves members in portions of Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, would like to welcome you and other PrimeTimers to their annual pig roast as they celebrate their 29^th anniversary as an organization. Come and enjoy a great meal with your fellow PrimeTimers, both local members and members from neighboring cities and states, including Chicago, Indianapolis, Northern Ohio, and West Virginia. Word is out, and more friends attend this great event every year!

This is not a pot luck; the menu will include pulled pork, chicken filets, baked beans, coleslaw, mac & cheese, and potato salad. Bottled water and soda pop will also be provided.

Your donation of $20 will cover the cost of this veritable feast. For information on directions and accommodations and to RSVP, please see the event listing on the Tri‑State Prime Timers web site. Please note that you must RSVP with Tri-State Prime Timers by September 9.

September Open Social at Ann Sather [Wicker Park] (Sunday, September 13, 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

CHICAGO PRIMETIMERS OPEN SOCIAL AT ANN SATHER — DIVISION STREET

Our September Open Social marks an exciting first for Chicago PrimeTimers: this will be our first gathering at Ann Sather’s new Division Street location. Join us as we settle into a new setting for an evening of good food, lively conversation, and the chance to reconnect with friends old and new.

Ann Sather has been part of the Chicago PrimeTimers tradition for many years, and we’re delighted to begin a new chapter at its beautiful new restaurant on Division Street. Whether you’ve been a member for decades or are attending your first PrimeTimers event, you’ll receive a warm welcome.

Come meet new people, catch up with friends, explore the new location, and enjoy a relaxed dinner together.

After dinner, our very own John D’Emilio will discuss his new book, Making Gay History: Memoir of a Scholar-Activist. In the brief time available, John will present a whirlwind retrospective of his career as a public historian, activist, and academic, extending from the 1970s to the present day. There will be copies of the book available for purchase, and John will be happy to autograph your copy for you. And if you already have a copy, please bring it, and John will be happy to sign it, too!

Location:
Ann Sather
1819 W. Division St.
Chicago, IL 60622

Schedule:
• 5:30 PM – Doors open and social time begins
• 6:00 PM – Dinner is served

Payment Information: Chicago PrimeTimers accepts credit cards for event tickets, door-prize tickets, and drinks. All credit card payments are handled by Mike Schuppe, CPT Treasurer, so please find Mike if you would like to pay by card. We know many members no longer carry much cash, and we’re pleased to offer this added convenience at our Open Socials.

We hope you’ll join us for our first Open Social at Ann Sather on Division Street—and help us give this new location a warm Chicago PrimeTimers welcome.

Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop] (Wednesday, September 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:15:00 GMT

Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.

Contact Ron for more information.

To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop] (Wednesday, September 23, 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:15:00 GMT

Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.

Contact Ron for more information.

To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

Sunday at BIG CHICKS! [Edgewater] (Sunday, September 27, 2026)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

As each month winds down, CPT members will gather for a festive evening of good food, great drinks, and even better company. Join us at Big Chicks, one of our favorite spots to relax and connect!

When you arrive, head to the cozy room on the left—that’s where the fun happens!

Drinks are available at the bar (cash only, so plan ahead!)
Food can be ordered at the back of our room, offering tasty bites to enjoy while you mingle.

We typically start gathering around 6:00 PM, and most of us wrap up by 8:00 PM.

Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to share laughs, stories, and great moments with the CPT community.

Dinner at Kinnaree Thai Kitchen [Lincoln Park] (Monday, September 28, 2026)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Before our screening of Bookends, join fellow Chicago PrimeTimers for dinner at Kinnaree Thai Kitchen, 2415 N. Ashland Avenue, an easy walk from FACETS.

Kinnaree is a cozy neighborhood Thai restaurant with approachable prices and plenty of crowd-pleasing options, including fresh rolls, chicken satay, Tom Kha, Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, and Khao Soi. It is also BYOB with no corkage fee.

Dinner will begin on Monday, September 28, at 5:30 p.m., giving us plenty of time to enjoy the meal and then head to FACETS for the 7:00 p.m. screening. Of course, you are also very welcome to join us for dinner even if you are not attending the film.

Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop] (Wednesday, September 30, 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:15:00 GMT

Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.

Contact Ron for more information.

To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby: