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Navy Pier Pride
Navy Pier 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, ILThis 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.
Back Lot Bash
Cheetah Gym Parking Lot 5248 N Clark, Chicago, IllinoisBack 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.
Proud to Run
Montrose Beach 601 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IllinoisProud To Run, 10K run, and 5K run/walk is back in 2024.
Chicago Pride Parade
Pride Parade Start 3900 N Broadway, Chicago, IllinoisComedian Fortune Feimster, along with her wife Jax, will lead the 53rd annual Chicago Pride Parade. Featuring 150 colorful entries, the parade will travel through Chicago’s landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted neighborhood.
Chicago Urban Pride Picnic
Jackson Park 6300 E. Hayes Dr., Chicago, IllinoisChicago 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.
Back Lot Bash
Cheetah Gym Parking Lot 5248 N Clark, Chicago, IllinoisBack 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.
Pride South Side Festival!
DuSable Black History Museum 740 E 56th Pl, Chicago, IllinoisShow 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."
Aurora Pride Parade 2025
Downtown Aurora Aurora, IllinoisCelebrate 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.
Proud to Run: Pride Race 2025
Montrose Grove 16 - Directly west of Montrose Beach 4400 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, United StatesReady, set, run! Pride Weekend's favorite race is back, featuring a 5k/10k run and a 5k walk. Every step you take supports organizations empowering Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community.
Pride South Side 2025
DuSable Black History Museum 740 E 56th Pl, Chicago, IllinoisShow your pride spirit and join the 7th annual Pride South Side Festival, celebrating culture, education and community, and providing and empowering space for LGBTQ+ Black and Brown people.