• City in a Garden: Queer Art and Activism in Chicago

    Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago 220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL

    City in a Garden: Queer Art and Activism in Chicago is an intergenerational group exhibition that highlights Chicago’s essential, yet often underacknowledged, role in the story of queer art and activism.

    $19
  • Equality Illinois Gala 2026

    Chicago Hilton 720 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    Equality Illinois is proud to welcome community members, supporters, and allies for an unforgettable evening of solidarity, joy, and collective power. In addition to individual tickets, a limited number of sponsorship opportunities and table reservations remain available. Leadership support at this moment is deeply meaningful and helps ensure that Equality Illinois can continue protecting and…

    $450
  • Lakeside Pride Pops Ensemble Winter 2026 Concert

    Benito Juarez Community Academy 1450 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL

    The Lakeside Pride Pops Ensemble opens its concert season with “Do You Hear The People Sing?” — a reflection on the power of banding together for what is right.

    $20
  • HER: HRC Chicago Presents: 90s Dance Party

    D.S. Tequila 3352 N Halsted St, Chicago, Illinois

    Celebrate equality, community, and unapologetic joy at HER: HRC Presents — 90s Dance Party—a throwback night honoring women and the LGBTQ+ community.

    $25
  • Human First Gala 2026: Family Reunion

    The Geraghty 2520 S Hoyne Ave, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Center on Halsted's 2026 Human First Gala: Family Reunion celebrates individuals and organizations whose work has had a lasting impact on Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community and allies.

    $450
  • Lesbian Visibility Week Happy Hour with Dorothy

    Dorothy 2500 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, Illinois

    Celebrate Lesbian Visibility Week with the PRIDEChicago and Dorothy! We’re coming together to honor our community’s vibrant history while looking forward to the 55th Annual Chicago Pride Parade.

  • Pride Month Kick-off Celebration

    Sidetrack 3349 N Halsted St, Chicago, Illinois

    Join PRIDEChicago at Sidetrack for the official Pride Month Kick-off Celebration. It’s your chance to meet the dedicated, all-volunteer team that works year-round to bring the iconic Chicago Pride Parade to life.

  • Pride South Side: Love in Action Festival

    DuSable Black History Museum & Education Center 740 E. 56th Pl, Chicago, IL

    Keep the celebration going and honor the beautiful diversity of Chicago's LGBTQ+ community at the annual Pride South Side Festival. Taking place on Sunday, July 5, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, this free, empowering event specifically uplifts and celebrates Black and Brown LGBTQ+ culture, art, and community.

  • Dignity Dash 5K benefiting Brave Space Alliance

    AIDS Garden Chicago Lakefront at Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL

    Brave Space Alliance’s Dignity Dash 5K fundraiser returns this year to make the statement that trans people have always been and will always be here; and we will not just survive, but thrive.

  • LEGACY PROJECT PRESENTS: Mid-Summer Yacht Party VI

    Anita Dee 2 200 N. Breakwater, Chicago, IL

    Back by popular demand, the 6th Annual Summer Lake Cruise invites guests aboard the luxurious Anita Dee II for a three-hour evening excursion on Lake Michigan.

    $150
  • Chicago Stars Pride Night

    Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium 2235 N Campus Dr, Evanston, IL

    Chicago Stars FC hosts Bay FC for the club’s official 2026 Pride Night match on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium in Evanston

  • Out in the Park 2026

    Six Flags Great America 1 Great America Parkway, Gurnee, IL

    Get ready for an incredible night as PRIDEChicago and BestGayChicago host Out in the Park, the annual private LGBTQ+ buyout event at Six Flags Great America!

    $48
  • Joliet PrideFest

    Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park 201 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL

    Mark your calendars, grab your glitter, and dust off your rainbow gear—the Joliet Pride Network is bringing energy, love, and community back to town!