The Baton Show Lounge
Bar · Uptown ·
Legendary drag club with spectacular shows and strong drinks
Legendary drag club with spectacular shows and strong drinks
"“They moved to Uptown, but they’re legendary. Yes - legendary. They’ve been around for so many decades, and I love old-school classic drag, so those are my go-to spots. There are literally living legends still working there. You learn so much from them.”" - adrian kane
"“They moved to Uptown, but they’re legendary. Yes - legendary. They’ve been around for so many decades, and I love old-school classic drag, so those are my go-to spots. There are literally living legends still working there. You learn so much from them.” We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists." - Team Infatuation
"A 52-year-old Chicago drag venue that represents part of the city’s proud history of drag restaurants and nightlife, often cited as a long-standing institution in the local LGBTQ entertainment scene." - Naomi Waxman
"After nearly 50 years in River North, this famous drag club has reopened in Uptown to bring top-notch drag queens and drinks to the new neighborhood." - Ashok Selvam
"After announcing in December it would close and move to Uptown, management of 50-year-old drag club and bar Baton Show Lounge announced its final show at its location will be Sunday, February 24." - Ashok Selvam
