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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 Parade Queen

Metro Chicago 3730 N Clark, Chicago, Illinois

Metro and smartbar present Pride Parade Queen featuring Derrick Carter, Michael Serafini, Janky, Blu9, Candy J, Vitigrrl, and Lori Branch. Hosted by: Lucy Stoole and Nico.

$20 – $25

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

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