UPCOMING EVENTS!
80’s Double Feature |
October 9th, 2026
Celebrate spooky season with an unforgettable 80’s Double Feature at Palmhouse After Dark!
Join us on the Palmhouse patio for an evening under the stars featuring Beetlejuice & The Lost Boys. Cozy up by the fire pits, sip on handcrafted seasonal cocktails, enjoy festive food, and soak in all the nostalgic Halloween vibes. Arrive early for complimentary mini pumpkin painting, tarot card readings, and plenty of opportunities to capture the perfect fall photo before the movies begin.
Whether you're planning a date night, gathering with friends, or simply looking for a fun way to celebrate spooky season, Palmhouse After Dark brings together classic films, delicious drinks, and a cozy autumn atmosphere for one unforgettable evening.
🎟️ Admission is free, but registration is required. Reserve your spot while tickets are available. Every RSVP is automatically entered into a raffle to win two tickets to one of our Mahjong 101 classes with North Shore Mahjong at Palmhouse!
Mocktoberfest |
October 10th, 2026
Mocktoberfest is a German-inspired festival built around great NA drinks, playful energy, and a crowd that's actually here to connect.
Willkommen zum Mocktoberfest!
Oktoberfest, reimagined… no alcohol required! Mocktoberfest is a German-inspired festival built around great NA drinks, fun food, live music, entertainment, and a local marketplace.
Mocktoberfest is being held at The Palmhouse, a lush, light-filled event space at 619 Howard St. in Evanston, just off the Howard Red Line. It's the perfect backdrop for a fest built around community, connection, and a really good time.
Ticket includes:
Unlimited 3-oz samples of NA beverages, including limited-edition Oktoberfest NA beer drops, zero-proof cocktails, teas & more
Local vendor market featuring Chicago-area makers and small businesses
Live music — rock/pop energy with just enough polka to keep things festive
Oktoberfest-style seating, décor, and table games
German culture talks, traditional dance demos, and roaming performers
Drag Bingo: Balls 2 The Walls Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun! |
October 28th, 2026
Join us for Drag Bingo at Palmhouse in Evanston on the 4th Wednesday of every month! Hosted by the fabulous Windy Breeze, this monthly drag bingo night features high-energy drag performances, exciting rounds of bingo, special guest performers, prizes, handcrafted cocktails, and an unforgettable night out.
Our October 28, 2026 show is a special Halloween edition featuring Betta Fish and Amora Storm! Come dressed in your best Halloween look and enter our costume contest for a chance to win a prize. Along with the costume contest, expect plenty of drag, bingo, cocktails, prizes, and Halloween fun throughout the night.
Whether you're a bingo enthusiast, a drag fan, or just looking for a fun night out with friends, this is the perfect way to spend your Wednesday. Every month brings new themes, rotating performers, and fresh entertainment, so no two nights are ever the same.
🚪 Doors Open: 6:30 PM
🎱 Drag Bingo: 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 Palmhouse | Evanston
🎟️ Tickets: $8.24 (All proceeds go to the queens!)
Ru-Paws Drag Race Border Tails Fundraiser |
November 6th, 2026
Adoptable pups. Fabulous queens. Fundraising dreams.
Get ready to SLAY for the strays! Join Border Tails Rescue for a fabulous night of drag, adorable adoptable dogs, and fundraising for a cause that truly matters.
Enjoy fierce drag performances, meet rescue pups looking for their forever homes, and sip on your favorite drinks while helping raise money to save more dogs in need. Whether you're here for the queens, the puppies, or both, you're in for a paw-sitively fabulous night!
Every ticket helps Border Tails Rescue provide medical care, shelter, and second chances to dogs who need them most.
Grab your friends, bring your best energy, and get ready to serve looks while saving lives!
📅 Friday, November 6, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Palmhouse | 619 Howard St.
🎟️ Tickets: $20 per person
🍸 Drinks available for purchase
BamBird Scramble Friendsgiving Mahjong Party |
November 13th, 2026
One last chance to gather, play, and celebrate the season together! 🀄🍂
Join BamBird Scramble at Palmhouse for an End-of-the-Season Friendsgiving Mahjong Party! Scramble members are invited to come together, connect with fellow players, and get in some final games before the season wraps up on November 15th.
We’re celebrating Friendsgiving-style, so feel free to bring an appetizer to pass and share with the group. A cash bar will be available throughout the evening.
Come ready to play, mingle, and celebrate the friendships and connections made throughout the Scramble season!
This event is FREE and exclusively for registered BamBird Scramble members. Use your registration code at checkout to reserve your complimentary ticket. If you don’t know the code, check your email or reach out to BamBird Scramble directly.
📅 Friday, November 13, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Palmhouse | 619 Howard St.
🎟️ FREE for registered BamBird Scramble members
🍽️ Bring an appetizer to pass (optional)
🍸 Cash bar available
Windy City Invitational Tattoo Convention |
November 20th, 21st, & 22nd, 2026
The Windy City Invitational returns to Palmhouse for its 4th annual tattoo convention! This three-day, small-scale convention brings together an incredible lineup of American and Japanese traditional tattooers from across the country.
Come get tattooed, meet the artists, shop a curated lineup of vendors, grab food and drinks, and spend the weekend celebrating tattooing, artistry, and community.
📍 Palmhouse | 619 W Howard St, Evanston
📅 November 20–22, 2026
🕒 Friday 3–10 PM | Saturday 12–10 PM | Sunday 12–8 PM
🎟️ $20 single day | $30 three-day pass
The Holiday Market |
December 12th & 13th, 2026
Celebrate the season at Palmhouse’s two-day Holiday Market! Shop a curated lineup of local makers and small businesses while enjoying festive food, seasonal cocktails, hot chocolate, holiday music, and plenty of holiday cheer.
Find unique gifts for everyone on your list, treat yourself to something special, and spend the weekend celebrating the season with friends and family.
📍 Palmhouse | 619 W Howard St, Evanston
📅 December 12–13, 2026
🕒 Saturday 11 AM–9 PM | Sunday 11 AM–6 PM
🎟️ Free Admission | All are welcome!
Looking to become a vendor? Send us an email at info@palmhouse619.com to learn more information!