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SUMMARY:Proud to Run 2026
DESCRIPTION:Proud to Run is a Chicago tradition that has celebrated the LGBTQ+ community through sport since 1982. Held the Saturday before the city’s Pride Parade\, the event features a 5K run/walk and 10K run along the lakefront\, welcoming over a thousand participants each year — from first-time walkers to competitive runners chasing personal bests. Proceeds benefit local LGBTQ+ nonprofits working in areas like health\, housing\, youth empowerment\, advocacy\, and the arts. \n 
URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/proud-to-run-2026/
LOCATION:Montrose Beach\, 601 W Montrose Ave\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Community,Pride Month
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SUMMARY:Navy Pier Pride 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate diversity and community at Navy Pier Pride on Saturday\, June 27\, 2026. This free\, full-day event at Chicago’s iconic lakefront attraction features a vibrant lineup of live music\, dance\, educational programming\, and captivating performances from local LGBTQIA+ artists. Festivities will take place pier-wide\, including events at Polk Bros Park\, the Ferrara Candy Wave Wall Stage\, and the Navy Pier Beer Garden. Perfect for all ages\, it’s a wonderful way to honor the LGBTQ+ community and experience unforgettable entertainment and solidarity in the heart of the city.
URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/navy-pier-pride-2026/
LOCATION:Navy Pier\, 600 E. Grand Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611
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SUMMARY:Back Lot Bash Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Operating as one of the best-attended Pride events in the country specifically dedicated to women\, Back Lot Bash returns for another explosive weekend. This block-party-style music festival features an outdoor stage with an emphasis on female and non-binary artists\, including a high-energy lineup of rock\, pop\, and live DJ sets. Capping off more than 20 years of community celebration\, it remains an essential spot for music\, community visibility\, and pride.
URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/back-lot-bash-chicago/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Cheetah Gym Parking Lot\, 5248 N Clark\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60640
CATEGORIES:Community,Pride Month
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SUMMARY:Chicago Pride Parade 2026
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to celebrate love\, equality\, and community at the 2026 Chicago Pride Parade\, one of the city’s most vibrant and iconic summer traditions!  Taking place on Sunday\, June 28\, 2026\, this legendary parade winds through the North Side neighborhoods of Uptown and Lakeview\, bringing together hundreds of thousands of spectators\, dazzling floats\, marching bands\, performers\, and community organizations. This years theme is Free to Be Proud. \nNow in its 55th year\, the Chicago Pride Parade is the grand finale of Pride Month celebrations\, showcasing the city’s unwavering spirit of inclusion and unity. Expect a joyful explosion of color\, music\, and pride as participants march in support of LGBTQ+ rights and visibility. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time attendee\, the Chicago Pride Parade promises an unforgettable day of celebration\, connection\, and pure Chicago energy. \nChicago Pride Parade FAQ & Map \nProduced by PRIDEChicago.
URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/chicago-pride-parade-2026/
LOCATION:Northalsted Neighborhood\, Northalsted on Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St.
CATEGORIES:Community,Main,Pride Month
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SUMMARY:Back Lot Bash Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Operating as one of the best-attended Pride events in the country specifically dedicated to women\, Back Lot Bash returns for another explosive weekend. This block-party-style music festival features an outdoor stage with an emphasis on female and non-binary artists\, including a high-energy lineup of rock\, pop\, and live DJ sets. Capping off more than 20 years of community celebration\, it remains an essential spot for music\, community visibility\, and pride.
URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/back-lot-bash-chicago/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Cheetah Gym Parking Lot\, 5248 N Clark\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60640
CATEGORIES:Community,Pride Month
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SUMMARY:Pride South Side: Love in Action Festival
DESCRIPTION: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. Hosted at the historic DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center in Washington Park\, the “Love in Action” themed festival features incredible live music\, drag and dance performances\, local art showcases\, a bustling vendor village\, and vital community resource hubs. It’s the perfect way to wrap up the city’s Pride season with joy\, advocacy\, and authentic connection.
URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/pride-south-side-love-in-action-festival/
LOCATION:DuSable Black History Museum & Education Center\, 740 E. 56th Pl\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Community,Festival,Partners in Pride
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