Celebrating twelve years of queer community connection & resilience
Slo ‘Mo is Chicago’s party for lovers, uniting LGBTQ+ family with joy generating events since 2011.
From club nights to concerts to comedy, Slo ‘Mo aims to create spaces that are affirming, intergenerational and uplift local queer creatives and community.
The Sound
With a soundtrack that elevates R&B, house, disco and funk of the past and present, with a strong focus on women-powered music, Slo ‘Mo evokes nostalgia and works to honor its musical and queer roots.
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The Story
What began as a monthly dance party at famed cocktail bar The Whistler in 2011 has grown into a pillar of queer community programming in Chicago.
Slo ‘Mo has conceived numerous events driven by a mission to bring LGBTQ+ family together, including: Live concerts and comedy, dance, DJ, yoga & cooking classes, variety shows, pool parties, game nights, cultural exhibitions, New Year’s Eve soirees and numerous Pride celebrations. Visit here to learn more about our story.
The Present
We’re grateful and excited to be creating space for queer joy and connection again. In Spring of 2022, we returned to live programming at Sleeping Village, the Whistler’s larger sister space with expansive capacity including a bar with ample seating, large outdoor patio, and state-of-the-art music venue.
Slo ‘Mo also produces numerous events across Chicago, including our 30+ all-vinyl day party Old Gold, our family-friendly Queer Fam Pride Jam festival and more.
Slo ‘Mo at Sleeping Village’s 2023 residents include (left to right): Your Godmutha Tristen (co-host), Miss Angelica Grace (performer), Party Mom Kristen (co-host, producer), Empress Darling Shear (performer, choreographer), VITIGRRL & Icey Bby (DJs). Photo by Jon Wes.
Check the EVENTS page for updates on what’s in the works and up to date guidelines.
