Side Hustle to Solopreneur Meetup (IRL)

Wed May 13 2026 at 05:00 pm to 07:30 pm UTC-05:00

Burke's Public House | Chicago

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Side Hustle to Solopreneur Meetup (IRL)
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Turn your side hustle into real income. Learn practical tactics, meet solopreneurs, and leave with momentum. Learn • Connect • Grow
About this Event

Stop scrolling and start building.
If you have a side hustle you actually want to turn into real income, this is your room.

is a monthly, high-signal meetup for freelancers, creators, and indie founders who want practical tactics and real connections, not “someday” motivation.


When & Where

Join us every 2nd Wednesday at , steps from the CTA Red Line plus multiple bus routes.


Doors open at 5:00 PM CT.



Hybrid Access

Can’t make it in person? You’ll get a private live-stream link + replay via email before the event.


What to Expect

A fast-moving, practical night featuring:

  • Networking that doesn’t feel awkward (structured intros, no weird cold circles)
  • 45-minute special guest entrepreneur conversation led by Small Business Expert(Founder & CEO, & ; host of )
  • 15-minute open Q&A (bring your toughest question)
  • Roundtable discussions (real-time feedback + ideas you can actually use)

Make an evening out of it

Stick around for drinks, dinner, and trivia at Burke’s after the event.


Why Attend

You’ll leave with actionable playbooks, new connections, and momentum. No fluff.

CTA: Grab your ticket, share with a friend, and pull up. Spots will sell out!


Agenda

🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Networking w/ DJ Bryan

Info: Join us when you can. Grab some drinks, food, and chat with other entrepreneurs.


🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Special Guest Interview (Guest announcement 24 hours prior to event)

Info: 6:45pm Open Q&A


🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Networking
🕑: 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Stay for Trivia!

Info: Hosted by Burkes


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Burke's Public House, 5401 North Broadway, Chicago, United States

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