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Join Queers On The Rocks & Arc'teryx Chicago for a one of a kind Climbing Meetup & Drag at the Crag After Hours Drag Show at First Ascent Avondale on June 14th from 6:00PM-11:00PM.
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Gym Members & Non-Members are welcome.
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First Ascent Members ($10)/Non First Ascent Members ($25) donation for entry, all proceeds benefit Queers on the Rocks.
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An additional donation will be donated per person by Arc'teryx Chicago.
All sales are final. No refunds.
First Ascent Avondale, 3516 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Saturday, June 14th
6:00PM-8:00PM Queers on the Rocks Climbing Meetup
8:30PM-11:00PM Drag at the Crag Performances
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Must be aged 21+Â for Alcoholic Consumption, does open to all ages.
Join Queers On The Rocks (QOTR)+ Arc'teryx Chicago for a one of a kind meetup followed by Drag at the Crag After-Hours Drag Show hosted by Dirty Chai and Zenon TeaVee. Performers include Winter Diorr, Lúc Ami, Rachel Slurrz, Ginger Ambrosia, Climbing Nemo, & the QOTR Community. DJ Ca$h Era providing music & great vibes.
This event will include vendors from within the local community, including Fishhook Jewels, Lashes by thats2gay, Art by Sarah Aman, Kaya Bakery, Art by Farbota, Blue Treetops & Velvet Skies, Heads Held High Counseling, and Chicken Creations. Light snacks will be provided from Chef Pat & Co, non-alch sips and alcohol for guests 21 & older.Â
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The QOTR meetup will take place 6:00PM-8:00PM followed by a drag show including some of Chicago's best queens! Don't forget to bring your tips for all of the performers!
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All ticket proceeds will go towards QOTR. All sales are final. No refunds.
Queers on the Rocks aims to create safe and inclusive spaces for those who are diverse in their gender, romantic, and sexual orientations. QOTR seek to empower Queer, Trans, Black, Brown, Indigenous, and People of Color of all abilities to seek community and connection with the land and each other through climbing and various outdoor activities.
First Ascent is more than a place to work out. It’s a community of friends that affirm, celebrate, and support each other.
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Allies are welcome!
Be sure to complete First Ascent's Waiver in advance to save time at check in- and bring a form of ID if it your first time visiting a First Ascent Gym.
Link can be found HERE:Â First Ascent Climbing Gym Waiver.
Hope to see you there!
- Queers on the Rocks, Arc'teryx Chicago, & First Ascent Avondale
Dirty Chai is Drag Queen & Stand-Up Comedian who promises to not only entertain you, but most importantly, confuse you. She can get a hearty sip of Ms. Chai performing at some of Chicago's top venues such as the Lincoln Lodge & the Laugh Factory. Her 'Auntie-Chic' looks and razor-sharp wit will have you asking for a refill!
Zoom Zoom Zoom, make your heart go boom Bo! Zenon TeaVee is Chicago’s Channel Surfing Sweetheart! She has been doing drag for 9 years and has had the opportunity to perform internationally and across The US. She can often be found climbing, playing board games, or getting ready for a bodybuilding competition this November.
Step into Winter Diorr's enchanting world, where ice meets fire and style reigns supreme. This Chicago sweetheart and crowned queen will captivate you with her fierce charisma and unmatched talent. Winner of Mother Season 4 and Miss Puff Puff 2024, Winter Diorr is sure to set the stage on fire with her performance!
Ginger is a dynamic drag performer and stand-up comedian celebrated for her captivating presence and razor-sharp tongue. Originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, Ginger has become a prominent figure in Chicago's drag scene, winning over audiences with her unique blend of humor, charisma, and high-energy performances. She proudly identifies as "The Ginger (Sober) Sensation of Chicago," reflecting her commitment to sobriety and authenticity. Beyond her performances, Ginger is actively involved in community initiatives, including hosting vaccine clinics and advocating for social causes.
A lover of community, connection, and all things Chicago, CaSera Heining, best known as DJ Ca$h Era, continues to shake the room as a multifaceted, internationally recognized, performer. With over 10 years of professional experience, DJ Ca$h Era’s open-format and masterful mixing style has captivated crowds at a large variety of spaces such as nightclubs, bars, music festivals, private events, corporate galas, weddings, and much more.
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Winning the title of Chicago’s Best Hip-Hop DJ since 2021 by the Chicago Reader; DJ Ca$h Era is also one of the Official Atrium and Concourse DJs for the Chicago Bulls, member of the Jordan Brand's Global Women's Collective, and current preferred and resident DJ for Chicago’s hottest venues like Broken Shaker, Scarlet Bar, The Promontory, Soho House, and more. DJ Ca$h Era has worked with notable brands including Jordan, Nike, Akira, BET, Redbull, Beats by Dre, AT&T, Jugrnaut, and more.
