Residencies

Residencies at Beat Kitchen

Same spot, same energy, always a good time. Our recurring events keep Chicago’s best local entertainment on repeat, so you know what to expect and when to come back.

What Are Residencies?

Our residencies are recurring nights built around community, consistency, and creativity. They’re the heartbeat of Beat Kitchen — spotlighting local live music, stand-up comedy, and DJ dance scenes, with great food and drinks. Whether weekly or monthly, they’re the nights you look forward to, and the ones that keep you coming back.

  • 🎯 Consistent
  • 🎤 Local talent & community
  • 🍹 Food & drink specials
  • 🔁 Easy to plan & repeat

Dance Nights!

Move, sing, and sweat to your favorite throwback sounds at Beat Kitchen’s recurring dance nights. From dark ’80s new wave to pop-punk anthems, our DJs keep it loud, familiar, and just the right kind of messy.

  • Riot! At the Disco – A Pop-Punk Party
  • Music for the Masses – Dark 80s New Wave Night

Eat at Beat Kitchen

Beat Kitchen is more than a venue — it’s food, drinks, and entertainment under one roof. From free live music during weekend brunches to late-night eats with vegetarian and gluten-free options, it’s everything you need for a full day or night out.

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Want more?

Explore residencies at our Wicker Park venue, Subterranean.

See SubT Residencies