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Visit EqualdexStep into the dazzling realm of underground revelry, where rhythm reigns supreme on Sundays and the night pulses with electrifying energy. Welcome to QUEEN!, the dance party that rules the legendary smartbar in Chicago like a sovereign monarch of beats and melodies.
As you descend into this subterranean sanctuary, prepare to be captivated by a sensory symphony that will make your heart skip a beat and your body surrender to the groove. The air crackles with anticipation as the DJ, a musical sorcerer, weaves an enchanting tapestry of eclectic sounds, effortlessly blending genres like a master chef concocting the most delicious sonic fusion.
Feel the bass reverberate through the very core of your being as you join a tribe of nocturnal aficionados, each one an emissary of the dance floor, united by their insatiable hunger for rhythm. The atmosphere pulsates with an electric camaraderie, as strangers become dance partners, and the boundaries of individuality dissolve in a sea of unified motion.
Immerse yourself in the kaleidoscopic visual spectacle that unfolds before your eyes, where lasers slice through the air like vibrant light sabers and a mesmerizing light show paints the room in a vivid palette of colors. The air hums with anticipation, crackling with an effervescent excitement that ignites your senses and elevates your spirit to new heights. And dress up in your favorite look (think fab drag, outrageous lewks, leather harnesses, intricate make-up), because people dress up to impress!
QUEEN! at smartbar is not just a party—it's a coronation of dance, a celebration of liberation, and the transformative power of music. So don your crown, let loose your inhibitions, and prepare to dance like royalty in this underground kingdom where the beats are the crown jewels and the dance floor is your majestic throne. Long live QUEEN!
Open every week on Sunday
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