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Equality Illinois Pride Brunch Kick-Off

Venue West 221 N Paulina, Chicago, Illinois

Equality Illinois will bring together 300+ community leaders and champions to celebrate our LGBTQ+ communities and support our critical advocacy work to build a better Illinois for LGBTQ+ people.

$35 – $60

The Art of Pride

Hyde Park Art Center 5020 S Cornell Ave, Chicago, Illinois

The third annual Art of Pride event with performances, vendors, and art making to celebrate pride with local LGBTQIA+ artists. DJ Sets from DJ All The Way Kay and Alaska Jules.

Free

Chicago Pride Kick-Off Urban Queer Art Show & Market

PrideArts 4139 North Broadway, Chicago, Illinois

The Chicago Pride Kick-Off Urban Queer Art Show & Market at PrideArts. Discover unique artworks and handmade goods created by talented queer artists in our vibrant market.

$17

Andersonville Midsommarfest

Andersonville Clark St. from Foster to Gregory, Chicago, Illinois

One of Chicago’s most legendary street festivals and Andersonville’s quintessential yearly celebration, Andersonville Midsommarfest, returns for its 58th year June 7-9 on Clark Street from Foster to Gregory.

$10

Andersonville Midsommarfest

Andersonville Clark St. from Foster to Gregory, Chicago, Illinois

One of Chicago’s most legendary street festivals and Andersonville’s quintessential yearly celebration, Andersonville Midsommarfest, returns for its 58th year June 7-9 on Clark Street from Foster to Gregory.

$10

Lake County PrideFest

This free, family-friendly outdoor festival will feature music and performances, food trucks, a beer and beverage tent, craft and artisan vendors, a resource fair, games and entertainment for children, multiple drag shows, dancing and more.

$5

“Never Doubt: We Are Here” Pride Concert & Dance

First Congregational Church of Evanston UCC 1445 Hinman Ave, Evanson, Illinois

Artemis Singers, Chicago’s lesbian feminist chorus, presents “Never Doubt: We Are Here” Pride Concert & Dance. The nonprofit chorus, now in its 44th year, specializes in performing music written or arranged by women.

$25

Aurora Pride Parade 2024

Downtown Aurora Aurora, Illinois

Celebrate love, equality, and diversity as the 5th annual Aurora Pride Parade returns Sunday, June 9th, 2024 at Noon. Expect a day filled with colorful floats, incredible performances, and an amazing sense of community.

Free

Andersonville Midsommarfest

One of Chicago’s most legendary street festivals and Andersonville’s quintessential yearly celebration, Andersonville Midsommarfest, returns for its 58th year June 7-9 on Clark Street from Foster to Gregory.

$10

Pride Skate Party

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Roller Skating and Bowling Center 1219 West 76th, Chicago, Illinois

The Chicago Black LGBTQ+ Pride event of the summer is back. Celebrate Pride Month at Lighthouse Foundation's highly anticipated 3rd Annual Pride Skate Party. 

Free

Trans Ice Cream Social

Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted, Chicago, Illinois

Celebrate Pride Month, meet new friends, and enjoy complimentary ice cream at  Center on Halsted's annual Trans Ice Cream Social. Celebrate trans joy with free Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams and activities with a view of the Chicago skyline.

Free

Chicago Cubs Pride Night

Wrigley Field 1060 W Addison, Chicago, Illinois

Wrigley Field celebrates Pride Month! It's a party at the ballpark with the Chicago Cubs featuring special entertainment, festive fan activities and other recognitions.

$57 – $120

White Sox Pride Night

Guaranteed Rate Field 333 W 35th, Chicago, Illinois

Celebrate Pride with the Chicago White Sox as they take on the Texas Rangers. The first 10,000 fans 21+ to enter the stadium will receive a Chicago White Sox Pride Shirt presented by Vizzy, designed by local artist Sandra Antongiorgi. 

$14

Black LGBTQ+ Beach Day

63rd Street Beach

Celebrate Pride Month at the Black LGBTQ+ Beach Day! Enjoy movement, a beach party, DJ Rae Chardonnay's beats, and free healthcare services.

Free

Lincoln Park Zoo

An evening event for the 21+ queer adult crowd and their friends to enjoy the zoo after-hours, complete with animal chats, DJ All The Way Kay, drag performances throughout the night, and multiple pop-up bars around the zoo.

$25

Navy Pier Pride

Navy Pier 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL

This free, full-day event celebrates diversity, inclusivity, and support for the LGBTQ+ community. Festivities include live music, educational programs, performances from local LGBTQ+ artists, on-site resources from community partners and more.

Free

Back Lot Bash

Cheetah Gym Parking Lot 5248 N Clark, Chicago, Illinois

Back Lot Bash takes place during Chicago's Pride weekend on Saturday, June 29 and Sunday, June 30th. G Flip is headlining the 20th annual Back Lot Bash on Sunday June 30th. 

$26.52 – $67.98

Proud to Run

Montrose Beach 601 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, Illinois

Proud To Run, 10K run, and 5K run/walk is back in 2024.

Chicago Urban Pride Picnic

Jackson Park 6300 E. Hayes Dr., Chicago, Illinois

Chicago Urban Pride will hold its Pride Picnic on Sunday, June 30, at Jackson Park, 6300 E. Hayes Dr. The event is free and family-friendly. There will be DJs (playing house, hip-hop, R&B and more), entertainment, giveaways and, of course, food.

Free

Back Lot Bash

Cheetah Gym Parking Lot 5248 N Clark, Chicago, Illinois

Back Lot Bash takes place during Chicago's Pride weekend on Saturday, June 29 and Sunday, June 30th. G Flip is headlining the 20th annual Back Lot Bash on Sunday June 30th. 

$26.52 – $67.98

Pride South Side Festival!

DuSable Black History Museum 740 E 56th Pl, Chicago, Illinois

Show your pride spirit at the 6th annual Pride South Side Festival, a day of performances, activations, and opportunities to learn more about the roles of the Black, Latinx, and LGBTQI+ voting rights and elections in public policy. This year's theme is "The Right to Pride."

Free

Springfield PrideFest 2025

Downtown Springfield, Illinois E Capitol Ave & S 5th St, Springfield, Illinois

Springfield PrideFest features more than 100 vendors, entertainment, a drag show, delicious food and drinks, a fun family area, youth and teen talent shows and so much more.

Out of the Office 2025

The Godfrey Hotel Chicago 127 W Huron St, Chicago, Illinois

The 23rd annual Out of the Office, Chicago's largest LGBTQ+ networking event and Pride Month Kick-Off to benefit the award-winning Legacy Project, which works to educate the general public about the many roles Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) people have played in the advancement of world history and culture. $30 General Admission includes…

$30 – $50

EQIL 2025 Pride Kick-Off Brunch

Venue West 221 N Paulina, Chicago, Illinois

Come together to celebrate the resilience of LGBTQ+ communities and our shared commitment to equality at the Equality Illinois 2025 Pride Kick-Off Brunch. Stand with over 300+ leaders and allies to keep Illinois a pro-equality, pro-family state.
Let’s brunch. Let’s rise. Let’s fight for full equality.

$35 – $75

Pride in Park Ridge 2025

Hodges Park 101 Courtland Ave, Park Ridge, Illinois

Pride in Park Ridge is an annual community-led LGBTQIA+ and youth-centered celebration organized and sponsored by several inclusive congregations, local organizations, and volunteers.

Elgin Pride 2025

Festival Park 132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, Illinois

The third annual Elgin Pride Parade & Festival, a day of celebration attracting more than 4,000 attendees. This year's event features a family-friendly Pride parade, followed by a festival with food, music, vendors, and more in Festival Park.

Downers Grove PrideFest 2025

Fishel Park 1036 Grove St, Downers Grove, Illinois

EQuality Downers Grove invites you to DG PrideFest 2025, a vibrant celebration of pride and community! Enjoy music, delicious treats from a food truck, kid's activities, community booths, and so much more. 

Des Plaines Community 2025 Pride Celebration

Christ Church UCC 1492 Henry Ave, Des Plaines, Illinois

Everyone is welcome, including allies from Chicagoland and beyond, at the Des Plaines Community 2025 Pride Celebration, a festival to celebrate the joy that comes from embracing who you are.

Aurora Pride Parade 2025

Downtown Aurora Aurora, Illinois

Celebrate love, equality, and diversity as the 6th annual Aurora Pride Parade returns Sunday, June 8th, 2025 at Noon. Expect a day filled with colorful floats, incredible performances, and an amazing sense of community.

Free

Woodstock PrideFest 2025

Woodstock Square Historic District 123 E Van Buren St, Woodstock, Illinois

Woodstock PrideFest is a weekend of family-friendly celebration, starting with a Rainbow Run and Pub Crawl on Saturday, and the main event on Sunday, a parade and afternoon festival with entertainment, food, and more.

Ottawa Family Pride Festival 2025

Downtown Ottawa Jackson and Lasalle, Ottawa, Illinois

Ottawa is gearing up for its 3rd annual family-friendly PrideFest in the city’s historic downtown district. The event features live music, celebrity drag queens, crafts from local vendors, food, activities, and a whole lot more!

Galena Pride Picnic 2025

Grant Park Galena 625 Park Ave, Galena, Illinois

Celebrate diversity, love, and unity at Galena's annual Pride Picnic, organized by the Galena Public Library. The family-friendly event takes place in the picturesque Grant Park and offers an array of activities, performances, and vendors for all ages.

Pride Night at Shedd 2025

Shedd Aquarium 1200 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL

Immerse yourself in a vibrant Pride Night at Shedd, featuring high-energy DJs and a stunning ocean-themed drag showcase.

$19.95

Artemis Singers Pride Concert and Dance

VanderCook College of Music Great Hall 3125 S Federal St, Chicago, Illinois

Goddesses, Rage! - Artemis Singers Pride Concert and Dance. This show will celebrate women's power. Women have always overcome, and they will continue to, through their anger over—and sense of humor about—the utter ridiculousness of it all.

$25

Woodstock PrideFest 2025

Woodstock Square Historic District 123 E Van Buren St, Woodstock, Illinois

Celebrate love, equality, and community at Woodstock PrideFest Weekend - a full weekend of inclusive events, culminating in the signature Sunday celebration on the Square. Don't miss the vibrant Pride Parade, live entertainment, local vendors, and family-friendly festival activities. This year also features a powerful display of the AIDS Memorial Quilt, honoring lives lost and…

Pride at the Park: White Sox vs. Cardinals

Rate Field 333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL

Join the Chicago White Sox in celebrating Pride at the Park on Wednesday, June 18, an evening dedicated to uplifting and supporting the LGBTQ+ community. Included with each special ticket purchased is a Pride Night White Sox Hat. Experience a night full of love, diversity, and unity in a vibrant atmosphere that welcomes all. White…

$35 – $95

Whiting Pride 2025

Sheridan Plaza Sheridan Avenue and 119th St, Whiting, Indiana

Don't miss the 2nd annual Whiting Pride, a family friendly event with music, dancing, vendors, food, and much more!

Navy Pier Pride 2025

Navy Pier 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL

Navy Pier Pride, a free, full-day event honoring LGBTQIA+ pride, diversity, and inclusion.

Free