The Baton Show Lounge

09/04/2026

The Contestants -
Mr Continental Newcomer 2026
The Continental Pageantry System

09/04/2026

Tonight !!! - Doors 5pm / Program 6pm / Box Office 4pm

The Continental Pageantry System Presents the Mr. Continental Newcomer 2026 Contest - Friday, September 4th - Fantasy Night Club - 3641 North Halsted Street / BoysTown Chicago - Doors 5:00pm / Program 6:00pm - $50 - Tickets & Information 312 527-9338 - Mention Facebook - Thank You !!!

09/02/2026

Welcome to Chicago !!!
The Continental Pageantry System would like to extend to you our most heartfelt greetings to our home. This weekend we present to you The Mr. Continental Newcomer 2026 Contest, The Mr. Continental 2027 Contest and The Miss Continental 2027 Pageant. Best wishes to all contestants as our family and friends, promoters and supporters gather to celebrate Continental - WELCOME !!!

09/01/2026

The Continental Pageantry System

09/01/2026

The Continental Pageantry System Presents The Mr. Continental 2027 Contest and The Miss Continental 2027 Pageant - Labor Day Weekend - Saturday, September 5th thru Monday, September 7th - Tickets & Information - 312 527-9338 - Mention Facebook - Thank You !!!

08/28/2026

October 3rd is Chilli's Birthday !!!

It is with great joy that some wonderful news can be shared: A HUGE thank you to Alderman Brian Hopkins who has confirmed that the City of Chicago will honor our beloved Chilli Pepper with a street sign! ❤️

This is a beautiful and meaningful recognition of Chilli Pepper and the lasting impact she made on so many lives. Heartfelt gratitude goes to the City of Chicago for honoring Chilli Pepper in this special way.

Everyone whose life was touched by Chilli Pepper is warmly invited to join this very special occasion.

Ceremony Details: Please note change of location.

Day: Saturday
Date: October 3, 2026
Place: Corner of N State Street and E Cedar Street, Chicago
Time: 10:30 AM

Please come and be part of this memorable moment, if possible. Your presence will help make this occasion even more meaningful as Chilli Pepper is celebrated and remembered. ❤️

08/27/2026

The Continental Pageantry System Presents the Mr. Continental Newcomer 2026 Contest - Friday, September 4th - Fantasy Night Club - 3641 North Halsted Street / BoysTown Chicago - Doors 5:00pm / Program 6:00pm - $50 - Tickets & Information 312 527-9338 - Mention Facebook - Thank You !!!

08/25/2026

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

08/25/2026

As foundation work continues at 4725 North Clifton Avenue in Uptown, the City of Chicago has issued a permit allowing the completion of the four upper floors of the five-story apartment building.

08/22/2026

General Admission Tickets will be available at each venue 2 hours before doors open - Cash Only . . . . .

Mr. Continental Newcomer 2026 - Friday, September 4th - Fantasy Night Club / 3641 North Halsted - $50

Mr. Continental 2027 - Saturday, September 5th - Park West / Armitage at Clark Street - $75

Miss Continental 2027 - Preliminaries - Sunday, September 6th - Riviera Theater / Broadway at Lawrence - $80

Miss Continental 2027 - Finals - Monday, September 7th - Riviera Theater / Broadway at Lawrence - $85

The Continental Pageantry System - 312 527-9338 -

08/16/2026

08/08/2026

Yee-Haw !!!

08/05/2026

Oprah Winfrey's "Where Are They Now?" with Chilli Pepper

07/30/2026

On the evening of July 27—a mere one hour after torrential rains left all of Chicago in a sopping heap—Jim Flint opened the doors to the Park West, 322 W. Armitage Ave., to celebrate his 85th birthday and “retirement.” After the sale of his world-renowned Baton Show Lounge to HV Entertainmen...