Thursday 1/8 @ 9PM It’s time to go classic — crisp, clean, and barely there. Brief Encounters: Tighty Whities Edition, where we celebrate the iconic look that started it all.

DID YOU MISS OUT ON GETTING YOUR NYE CIRCUIT BREAKER TICKETS?? WE ADDED MORE FOR ONLY $10!! PRE SALE ENDS AT 7PM!! LINK BELOW!

CIRCUIT BREAKER ALERT PRESALE ALMOST SOLD OUT (LESS THAN 40 TICKETS LEFT)! Limited presale tickets left for our electrifying NYE party tomorrow night.  #jackhammer #circuitparty #chicagonye

See you at @jackhammerchicago.bsky.social for our first Open Decks featuring over 20 new and experienced DJs! Tix: events.humanitix.com/funkstick-op... #funkstick #chicagoqueers #chicagogays #jackhammerchicago #queerdiscosleaze #chicagodj #chicagodjs #queerparties #queernightlife #queerchicago

Had a blast at belly up! @jackhammerchicago.bsky.social

This is your invitation to explore duality, fantasy, and unapologetic self-expression in a space that celebrates all facets of queer life. Step into the shadowed corners of yourself. ALTER EGO is a night where masks come off, identities collide, and hidden selves take center stage.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE NYE CIRCUIT TO BREAK?? FT. DJS JANKY AND RYAN GOREY!!  PRESALE TICKETS ARE STILL ON SALE, GET THEM KNOW TO SPEED UP YOUR PROCESS AT THE DOOR!

It’s time to go classic — crisp, clean, and barely there. Brief Encounters Thursday, Jan 8 at 9PM. Old-school white briefs, confident energy, no distractions. Strip it back, keep it simple, and let the classics speak for themselves.

🎄🐻 BELLY UP AFTERNOON: HOLIDAY EDITION 🐻🎄 Sunday from 3PM–10PM  Join us for a festive afternoon bringing together chubs, chasers, cubs, gainers, encouragers, and admirers in a space that celebrates community, confidence, and joy.

TOMORROW! Free Mpox Vaccination+ Flue + COVID shots at Jackhammer! 📍 6406 N. Clark St., Chicago 🕠 5:30–9:30 PM Walk-ins are welcome. No appointment needed.

Our monthly Open Decks is TONIGHT! Join us from 9pm-12am as we listen to beats by- 9pm- @rileydpierce 9:30pm- @problemchildhels 10pm- @paranoize04 10:30pm- @pkfiremusic 11pm- @criticalglitch 11:30pm- @tiggy_in_pink

THURSDAY | 9PM–4AM Brief Encounters: Tighty Whities Edition Whether you’re serving old-school Calvin Klein fantasy or rocking them your own way, this night’s all about the power of white briefs and the men who fill them. It’s time to go classic... crisp, clean, and barely there.

Huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to Belly Up this past weekend! We’re back with Belly Up Afternoon: MILK & COOKIES on Sunday, 12/21, from 3 PM–10 PM. You can grab tickets now for Milk & Cookies. 🎟️ 👉 Get yours here: https://2bearstaverngroup.ticketspice.com/belly-up-afternoon-milk-cookies

Thursday 12/11 @ 9PM It’s time to go classic — crisp, clean, and barely there. Brief Encounters: Tighty Whities Edition, where we celebrate the iconic look that started it all.

🎅🐻 BELLY UP: A Holiday Party ❄️ SATURDAY, December 6th · 9PM Join us for BELLY UP, a night celebrating chubs, chasers, chubby bears, cubs, gainers, encouragers, and admirers— a cozy, inclusive space where every curve is welcome and every belly deserves a spotlight.

THIS MONTH AT JACKHAMMER

🔥 TODAY @ 10PM 🔥 Explore the enticing world of Playland where adventure meets temptation and the night is yours to command. Let your inhibitions go, unleash your inner thrill-seeker and get lost in the moment with music by @therealrons. $8 New Amsterdam & Red Bull, $8 WYNK THC + Everyday Specials

Join us tomorrow (WEDNESDAY) from 6pm-10pm for Bear Happy Hour! Normally hosted every 4th Thursday at Jackhammer, Bear Happy Hour: Wednesday Edition is happening this week due to Thanksgiving. @bearhappyhourchi

It's Friday... which means we're back with $8 WYNK THC & $8 NEW AMSTERDAM & RED BULL, along with our everyday drink specials! #jackhammerchicago #chicagonightlife

Join us for BELLY UP Friday, December 6th at 9PM, a cozy, inclusive space where every curve is welcome and every belly deserves a spotlight. Snuggle up, toast the season, and let your sweaters ride high — we’re raising spirits (and shirts) all night long.

🎤 TONIGHT at 9PM — it’s time to let loose and let it all out at Lip Service: Chicago’s Kinkiest Karaoke! 💋 Hosted by the one and only Tim Bell, bringing the sass and the spotlight. 🔥 Wednesday Drink Specials: $3 House Shots $4 Premium Well Cocktails #jackhammerchicago #lipservice #chicagokaraoke

THIS WEEK AT JACKHAMMER.... WED 11/12- LIP SERVICE w/ @whotheforkistimbell THURS 11/13- DJ OPEN DECKS SAT 11/15- SWITCH: PLASTIC REALNESS SUN 11/16- @funkstick #jackhammerchicago #chicagoevents #chicagonightlife

THIS WEEK AT JACKHAMMER.... WED 11/12- LIP SERVICE w/ @whotheforkistimbell THURS 11/13- DJ OPEN DECKS SAT 11/15- SWITCH: PLASTIC REALNESS SUN 11/16- @funkstick #jackhammerchicago #chicagoevents #chicagonightlife

THE KENNEL last night was so much fun... big thank you for everyone who came out! Join us next month on FRIDAY 12/5 for the next one! #jackhammerchicago #thekennel #chicagonightlife

🐾 TONIGHT: KENNEL 🐾 Friday, Nov 7 | 9PM–4AM | 📍 Jackhammer Chicago The pack is running wild—are you in? 🎧 PK Fire | 🎧 Ryan Cezanne | 🎧 WOLFY | 🎧 Saint Devera Pounding bass, flashing lights, full chaos. $10 • 21+ • Bring your friends and join the pack. 🐺

Our Monthly Open Decks are back next WEDNESDAY at 9PM. This month features- 9PM- @blakebrinsa 9:30PM- @garseed 10PM- @datalore33 10:30PM- @real.kenny.black 11:00PM- Ambient High School 11:30PM- @shoongaes Hosted by: @pkfiremusic

🍹 Jackhammer is the place to be on Thursdays! 🔥 Thursday Specials: • $3 House Shots • $5 New Amsterdam Cocktails • $5 Miller Lite Tallboys 🍻 Everyday Specials: • $5 Fireball, Jäger & Malört Shots • $4 Tallboy Beers (Old Style, PBR & Hamm’s)

⚾ SATURDAY @ 9PM Coach After Dark is BACK! Our coaching staff is waiting and ready for you to gear up, show some hustle, and make us proud AF. Report to practice on Saturday, November 8th. Singlets, jocks, and sports gear are not required, but are very desired. Clothing check available.

When Halloween met the end of the world, PRIMAL was born. ⚡ Thank you for surviving the Apocalypse with us — what a night! 🕷️ All photos are now available on our Facebook page. #PRIMALApocalypse #Halloween2025

🐾 FRIDAY @ 9PM: KENNEL 🐾 Let loose, dance like nobody’s watching, and feel the full power of the Kennel. Bring your friends, embrace the chaos, and become part of the pack.  🎧 PK Fire | 🎧 Ryan Cezanne | 🎧 WOLFY | 🎧 Saint Devera Pounding bass, flashing lights, full chaos.

THIS MONTH AT JACKHAMMER...

🐻 BELLY UP! TONIGHT • 9PM Big bears, beautiful bellies, and the folks who love them! 🍻 Join chubs, chasers, cubs, gainers & admirers for a night of fun, body pride, and community. Everyone’s welcome—come celebrate every curve! 🎉

THIS MONTH AT JACKHAMMER... 11/1- BELLY UP 11/2- @windycitypah Monthly Mosh 11/7- THE KENNEL 11/8- @coachafterdark 11/13- DJ OPEN DECKS 11/15- SWITCH 11/16- @funkstick 11/21- GEAR 11/22- DANDYLAND + RAINBOW RAVE 11/26- @bearhappyhourchi 11/28- PLAYLAND 11/29- DIAPER UP! + Weekly Programming

TONIGHT AT 9PM PRIMAL: Apocalypse ⚡ Heavy beats. Dark desire. Bodies in motion. ⚡ Leather, latex, or skin ⚡ Fetish encouraged. Fear forbidden. • Suzi Sudoku — 9PM–11PM • BLU9 — 11PM–2AM • BARKER — 10PM–1AM • Harry Brenn — 1AM–4AM 🎟️ Get your tickets now

🐾 KENNEL: FRIDAY 11/7 @ 9PM 🐾 Join the pack and unleash your wild side. Four DJs—PK Fire, Ryan Cezanne, WOLFY, Saint Devera—bring non-stop beats as lights flash and energy soars. Dance like nobody’s watching, embrace the chaos, and feel the full power of the Kennel. 🐺

🔥 DADS’ DEN 🔥 TONIGHT AT 7PM Kick off the holiday weekend at Dads’ Den! Leather, cigars, and good vibes all night. Hosted by Cody, Vince & Ted with drink specials, Cigar Social & NO COVER. 10% benefits the Leather Archives & Museum.

🔥 RISE FROM THE GRAVE THIS FRIDAY 🔥 🕘 9PM–4AM | Oct 31 Enter PRIMAL: Apocalypse — a BDSM-inspired dance ritual where rhythm rules and inhibitions die. ⚡ Two rooms. One pulse. DEN: Suzi Sudoku • BLU9 HOLE: Barker • Harry Brenn 🎟️ Link in bio.

🐻 BELLY UP! Saturday, Nov 1 • 9PM Join chubs, chasers, cubs, gainers & admirers for a night of fun, body pride, and community.  Tag 3 friends on this post that you are bringing to BELLY UP for a chance to win a BELLY UP shirt **(Winners will be massaged privately)**

Thank you to everyone who came out to BUTCH PLEASE last Saturday! 💥 You brought the energy, the style, and the love — and we couldn’t have asked for a better night. Huge shoutout to our performers, DJs, and the whole crew who made it happen. @wruffevents

PRIMAL: Apocalypse 10/31 @ 9PM A BDSM-inspired dance ritual where rhythm consumes, flesh commands, and inhibitions burn away. ⚡ Heavy beats. Dark desire. Bodies in motion. ⚡ Leather, latex, or skin ⚡ Fetish encouraged. Fear forbidden. 🎟️ Get your tickets now.

🐻 BELLY UP! Saturday, Nov 1 • 9PM Big bears, beautiful bellies, and the folks who love them! 🍻 Join chubs, chasers, cubs, gainers & admirers for a night of fun, body pride, and community. Everyone’s welcome—come celebrate every curve! 🎉

TONIGHT @ 9PM The freaks, queens, and creatures of the night descend on the dancefloor for Chicago’s most inclusive queer leather house party, Butch Please. 👻 Featuring DJs ✨ Virago ✨ Miss Toto ✨ iamBrandon 🖤 Costumes? Encouraged. 🖤 Kink? Always welcome.

🔥 PRIMAL: APOCALYPSE 🔥 This Halloween, the end is just the beginning. 📍 Jackhammer | ⏰ 9PM–4AM Two rooms. One raw, untamed rhythm— DEN: Suzi Sudoku 9–11 | BLU9 11–2 HOLE: Barker 10–1 | Harry Brenn 1–4 Step into the dark and let your instincts run wild. 🎟️ Tickets in bio.

🔥 DADS’ DEN 🔥 Thursday, Oct 30 • 7PM Kick off the holiday weekend at Dads’ Den! Leather, cigars, and good vibes all night. Hosted by Cody, Vince & Ted with drink specials, Cigar Social & NO COVER. 10% benefits the Leather Archives & Museum.

Meet, greet, and have a cold one with the bears during Bear Happy Hour at Jackhammer TONIGHT from 6–10pm! BHH is Chicago’s weekly floating after-work inclusive meetup for our Bear Community. Connecting bears across the country and sponsored by @bearhappyhourchi! 🐻🍻

🎤💄 Unleash your inner diva at Lip Service tonight— Chicago’s kinkiest karaoke night starting at 9pm, hosted by the one and only Tim Bell! 💋 WEDNESDAY NIGHT SPECIALS: $3 House Shots 🥃 $4 Premium Well Cocktails 🍸 #LipServiceChi #KinkyKaraoke #ChicagoNightlife

Ready to play? Slide into the weekend and indulge in all the fun you can handle at PLAYLAND, FRIDAY at 10pm. Let loose, embrace the vibes, and give in to your desire to dance with music from DJ @therealrons.

🔥 PRIMAL: APOCALYPSE 🔥 This Halloween, the end is just the beginning. 📍 Jackhammer | ⏰ 9PM–4AM Two rooms. One raw, untamed rhythm— DEN: Suzi Sudoku 9–11 | BLU9 11–2 HOLE: Barker 10–1 | Harry Brenn 1–4 Step into the dark and let your instincts run wild. 🎟️ Tickets in bio.

NEXT SATURDAY @ 9PM The freaks, queens, and creatures of the night descend on the dancefloor for Chicago’s most inclusive queer leather house party, Butch Please. Think tricks, treats, and filthy beats all night long.  This is HALLOQUEEN 👑

TONIGHT 9PM–5AM • Jackhammer  SWITCH: MUTATE ME  💿 Blu9 • Suzi Sudoku • Harry Brenn • Miss Toto  💋 Hosts: Nightlife creatures unleashed.  🎟 Tickets in bio. Don’t resist the mutation.  A body-horror glam fantasy of alien visuals, glitch fashion, and queer chaos.