Chicago, Illinois
Sober Nightlife in Chicago
For a weeknight out, start with the calendar at Eli Tea Bar in Andersonville. You can pull up a chair with a notebook on Monday or bring friends for trivia on Tuesday. Solar Intentions in Edgewater is an option for a quieter evening, and Chicago AF puts on outings around the city and suburbs.
Before you go
If you want to go out with a group, decide on Tuesday trivia before the 3 p.m. registration call. For a solo evening, Eli’s Monday group has a writing prompt and open seating. Check the venue calendar for exceptions before traveling.
A weeknight out in Andersonville and Edgewater
Tea and weekly events in Andersonville
Eli Tea Bar
At 5507 N. Clark Street, Eli serves loose-leaf tea, chai and bubble tea. The Monday writers group starts at 7 p.m. Bring a notebook and take an open seat. On Thursdays, craft night runs from 8 to 10 p.m. Bring a project or pick up a coloring sheet. The Friday open mic runs from 8 to 10 p.m.
Tuesday trivia takes a little planning. Call 773-961-7111 at 3 p.m. that day to register a team of up to six. One teammate must check in at 7 p.m. for the 7:30 start.
Non-alcoholic bottle shop in Edgewater
Solar Intentions
At 1056 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue, you can browse non-alcoholic spirits, beer and ready-to-drink cocktails. Friday and Saturday give you the most time after dinner, with a 9 p.m. close on both nights. It closes at 8 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday and at 7 p.m. on Sunday. Monday and Tuesday are closed.
Alcohol-free social outings for adults
Chicago AF
Chicago AF organizes monthly outings, including book and coffee clubs, creative workshops and parties. The group sends dates and meeting places through its weekly newsletter and announces them on Instagram. Look up the location for the outing you want. Some events take place outside Chicago proper.