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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T031434Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T223000
DTSTAMP:20260726T013346
CREATED:20260530T150732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T150732Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260726T013346
CREATED:20260204T032459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T140854Z
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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. 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,Partners in Pride,Pride Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T223000
DTSTAMP:20260726T013346
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T210000
DTSTAMP:20260726T013346
CREATED:20260529T032351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T032351Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T110000
DTSTAMP:20260726T013346
CREATED:20260722T141415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T141415Z
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SUMMARY:Dignity Dash 5K benefiting Brave Space Alliance
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis is more than a race — it’s a movement. \nJoin us in “Thriving Through the Finish Line.” \nThe Dignity Dash is not just about running\, it’s about being in community and showing up loud\, proud\, and exactly as we are. The Dash is about taking up space and refusing to allow our vibrant existence to be denied. This year\, BSA’s Dignity Dash is raising funds to stock our Dignity Suite with identity-affirming resources of all kinds\, including new binders and packers\, wigs and hair packs\, and gender-affirming surgery care packages. \nWe’re taking strides toward a future where trans people are supported beyond just being seen and building a world of Brave Spaces like ours. \nWe are committed to making this event accessible to everyone. If you require an accommodation or service to fully participate\, please contact: troyt@bravespacealliance.org
URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/dignity-dash-5k-benefiting-brave-space-alliance/
LOCATION:AIDS Garden Chicago\, Lakefront at Belmont Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657
CATEGORIES:Community,Partners in Pride
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T142124Z
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SUMMARY:LEGACY PROJECT PRESENTS: Mid-Summer Yacht Party VI
DESCRIPTION: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. Attendees will take in sweeping views of the Chicago skyline and enjoy a front-row seat to the Navy Pier fireworks display. \nThe event features an open bar with complimentary cocktails\, gourmet hors d’oeuvres catered by J & L Catering\, and live music and dancing courtesy of DJ Myles. \nGeneral Admission tickets are $150 per person. Parking at the harbor is limited and must be pre-paid in advance; attendees are encouraged to arrange parking early or utilize rideshare options.
URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/legacy-project-presents-mid-summer-yacht-party-vi/
LOCATION:Anita Dee 2\, 200 N. Breakwater\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601
CATEGORIES:Community,Community Partner,Partners in Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T180000
DTSTAMP:20260726T013346
CREATED:20260722T142959Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Stars Pride Night
DESCRIPTION: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\, Illinois. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:00 PM CDT. \nThe match celebrates the local LGBTQ+ community with themed matchday promotions and special giveaways. The first 2\,000 fans in attendance will receive a themed Captain’s Hat (presented by Chicago’s First Lady)\, and the first 1\,000 fans will receive a commemorative Artist Series poster. A special ticket package is also available that includes an exclusive Chicago Stars Fanny Pack.
URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/chicago-stars-pride-night/
LOCATION:Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium\, 2235 N Campus Dr\, Evanston\, IL\, 60208
CATEGORIES:Partners in Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T193000
DTSTAMP:20260726T013346
CREATED:20260723T142024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T142024Z
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SUMMARY:Dance for Life 35th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Dance for Life\, which benefits the Chicago Dance Health Fund\, is a one-night-only event showcasing the city’s variety of dance traditions and styles by bringing together professional dance companies and dancers from throughout Chicago\, who unite to support their peers by generously donating their time\, energy\, and artistry. Since its debut in 1992\, Dance for Life has raised more than $8 million and presented more than 50 Chicago-based professional dance companies. The performance gives guests an opportunity to experience a range of dance genres\, companies of different sizes and histories\, and numerous choreographers\, artists\, and designers in one memorable evening each year. An additional beneficiary of Dance for Life is AIDS Foundation Chicago. \nFor this special anniversary performance\, the lineup includes prominent Chicago dance companies and celebrated Chicago choreographers: Ballet 5:8\, Chicago Dance Crash\, Deeply Rooted Dance Theater\, Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater\, Giordano Dance Chicago\, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago\, The Joffrey Ballet\, Robyn Mineko Williams and Artists\, Trinity Irish Dance Company\, and Visceral Dance Chicago. Also on the program is Red\, Black & White by Jeremy Plummer and Harrison McEldowney\, a returning work featuring dancers from throughout the Chicago community. \nChoreographer Randy Duncan is creating a world premiere finale set to music by Ira Antelis with Chicago-area dancers from the participating companies and beyond\, as he has for most of the past 35 years. Chicago Dance Health Fund is honoring Duncan for his contributions at this event.
URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/dance-for-life-35th-anniversary/
LOCATION:The Auditorium\, 50 East Ida B. Wells Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605
CATEGORIES:Community,Community Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T235900
DTSTAMP:20260726T013346
CREATED:20260723T145516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T145530Z
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SUMMARY:Out in the Park 2026
DESCRIPTION: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! Taking place on Saturday\, September 12\, 2026\, from 7:30 PM to Midnight\, this exclusive event opens up the entire park to celebrate diversity\, community\, and fun under the stars. \nAttendance is strictly capped at 6\,000 guests—a fraction of the park’s usual capacity—meaning virtually zero wait times\, short lines\, and maximum time on your favorite thrill rides. The all-ages event features multiple live DJs stationed throughout the park\, drink options for guests 21 and older\, and a welcoming atmosphere for all. Even better\, a portion of all ticket proceeds directly supports PRIDEChicago and the Chicago Pride Parade. \nAdvance tickets are $48\, which includes full admission tax and free parking. Ticket prices increase to $53 on September 7th and will be $58 at the gate if any remain available. Please note that because this is a private buyout event\, regular Six Flags Season Passes and general admission passes are not valid for entry. Secure your tickets early using promo code OUTCHI on the official Six Flags website before the event sells out.
URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/31859/
LOCATION:Six Flags Great America\, 1 Great America Parkway\, Gurnee\, IL\, 60031
CATEGORIES:Community Partner,Partners in Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260726T013346
CREATED:20260723T143130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T143130Z
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SUMMARY:Joliet PrideFest
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready to Shine: Joliet PrideFest is Back! \nMark your calendars\, grab your glitter\, and dust off your rainbow gear—the Joliet Pride Network is bringing energy\, love\, and community back to town! On Saturday\, September 19th\, Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park will transform into a vibrant celebration for this year’s theme: “Rooted in Pride.” \nRunning from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM\, this free\, family-friendly daytime festival is all about connecting\, celebrating diversity\, and creating unforgettable memories. No matter who you are or who you love\, there is a place for you to stand loud and proud. \nDaytime festivities feature a full lineup of excitement. You can catch a spectacular daytime drag show and cheer on local stars at the Community Talent Show. Fuel up throughout the day with a fantastic variety of local food trucks\, and browse the vendor market to support local LGBTQ+-affirming businesses\, artisans\, and organizations. The event offers fun for all ages\, featuring dedicated Kid Zones filled with family activities alongside interactive Teen Zones so the whole crew can join the party. \nThe fun does not stop when the sun goes down. Keep the celebration rolling with PrideFest After Dark from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. This exclusive 18+ ticketed event features sizzling nighttime drag performances and culminates in the crowning of the next Miss Joliet PrideFest!
URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/joliet-pridefest/
LOCATION:Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park\, 201 W Jefferson St\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432
CATEGORIES:Community,Festival,Partners in Pride,Pride Month
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