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Proud to Run
2024-06-30 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago) | Montrose Beach, 601 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60613
Proud To Run, 10K run, and 5K run/walk is back in 2024.

Back Lot Bash
2024-06-29 16:00 | Cheetah Gym Parking Lot, 5248 N Clark, Chicago, Illinois, 60640
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.

Navy Pier Pride
2024-06-29 12:00 - 22:00 | Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60611
Don’t miss the annual Navy Pier Pride celebration. 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.
Notable acts include: The Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus, The Lakeside Pride Marching Band, Ariana DJ and more!

2024-06-27 18:00 - 22:00 | Lincoln Park Zoo, 60614
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.

Chicago Pride Fest
2024-06-23 11:00 - 22:00 | Northalsted Neighborhood, Northalsted on Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St.
Chicago Pride Fest is a two-day street festival on June 22-23, 2024; the weekend before the Chicago Pride Parade (June 30, 2024). The 23rd annual Chicago Pride Fest is a celebration of LGBTQ+ life, culture and community in Chicago’s landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted neighborhood.
Pride Fest features live music on 3 stages, a Youth Pride Space for teens, best of Chicago drag performance, the Proud Pet Parade with prizes, dance exhibitions, Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus, guest speakers and over 150 food and merchandise vendors
A $15 suggested donation for entry helps pays performers and festival workers, and supports local non-profits & community programs like the Chicago Pride Crosswalks; 14 rainbow paved intersections installed in 2019 that make up the longest installation of it’s kind in the world.

Black LGBTQ+ Beach Day
2024-06-22 12:00 - 19:00 | 63rd Street Beach, 60649
Celebrate Pride Month at the Black LGBTQ+ Beach Day! Enjoy movement, a beach party, DJ Rae Chardonnay’s beats, and free healthcare services.
The day will kick off with Movement on the Beach workshops from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, featuring various activities to nurture your mind, body, and health.
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, enjoy the Beach Party and Healthcare Village. Dance to the beats of Rae Chardonnay, a DJ, Arts Manager, and events producer based in Chicago, famous for co-founding the infamous Party Noire. Rae Chardonnay is known for her dynamic musical styling techniques and has held residencies at prominent venues in Chicago, including the late Double Door, The Promontory, and Soho House. She has also opened for renowned acts such as Janelle Monae, Jamila Woods, and Megan Thee Stallion.
While you enjoy the party, you’ll also get access to free essential healthcare services such as testing, COVID-19 and mpox vaccinations, and various healthcare activations, all provided to address the importance of holistic wellness.
Black LGBTQ+ Beach Day facilitates visibility, empowerment, and joy while fostering the health of our community. We deserve to thrive visibly and take up space! Join us as we celebrate Pride Month with a day of empowerment, fun, wellness, and self-care.
We thank the Chicago Department of Public Health for powering this event and supporting our community’s wellness journey.

Chicago Pride Fest
2024-06-22 11:00 - 22:00 | Northalsted Neighborhood, Northalsted on Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St.
Chicago Pride Fest is a two-day street festival on June 22-23, 2024; the weekend before the Chicago Pride Parade (June 30, 2024). The 23rd annual Chicago Pride Fest is a celebration of LGBTQ+ life, culture and community in Chicago’s landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted neighborhood.
Pride Fest features live music on 3 stages, a Youth Pride Space for teens, best of Chicago drag performance, the Proud Pet Parade with prizes, dance exhibitions, Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus, guest speakers and over 150 food and merchandise vendors.
A $15 suggested donation for entry helps pays performers and festival workers, and supports local non-profits & community programs like the Chicago Pride Crosswalks; 14 rainbow paved intersections installed in 2019 that make up the longest installation of it’s kind in the world.

White Sox Pride Night
2024-06-21 19:10 | Guaranteed Rate Field, 333 W 35th, Chicago, Illinois, 60616
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.

Chicago Cubs Pride Night
2024-06-17 19:05 | Wrigley Field, 1060 W Addison, Chicago, Illinois, 60613
On June 17, 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. Check out the Pride Replica Jersey Special Ticket Offer which includes a ticket to the Cubs-Giants game and a special-edition Cubs jersey. Fans must purchase through the special ticket offer page to be eligible to receive this item. Jerseys will be offered in sizes M, XL and XXL, and handed out on a first-come, first-served basis.
A portion of the proceeds from each Pride Replica Jersey Special Ticket Offer will be donated to support local LGBTQ+ nonprofit community partners.

Pride Bar Crawl
2024-06-15 16:00 - 22:00 | Charlie’s Chicago, 3726 North Broadway, Chicago, Illinois, 60613
Don’t miss the proudest crawl of the year. This year 20% of this event’s proceeds will be donated to Center on Halsted. Handpicked inclusive bars (5 venues), exclusive drink specials, and freebies that are available only to our Pride Bar Crawl participants.
Grab your tickets now and let’s paint the town in every color of the rainbow!

4pm check-in at Charlies.

Trans Ice Cream Social
2024-06-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Center on Halsted, 3656 N Halsted, Chicago, Illinois, 60613
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.

Open to all ages.

This is a free event for which preregistration is strongly encouraged.

Pride Skate Party
2024-06-09 21:30 - 2024-06-10 01:00 | Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Roller Skating and Bowling Center, 1219 West 76th, Chicago, Illinois, 60620
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.
The Pride Skate Party is a celebration of Black LGBTQ+ visibility, empowerment, and joy. As Lighthouse Foundation’s biggest event of the year, the Pride Skate Party invites Black LGBTQ+ Chicagoans to build community on the southside.
Get ready to hit the roller skating rink and showcase your moves while you listen to the hottest beats of the summer. Bowling lanes will be open for those who prefer a friendly competition, and delicious food will be available to keep you energized throughout the night.

Andersonville Midsommarfest
2024-06-09 12:00 - 22:00 | 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. Admission is $10.
Printed Curiosities is curating this year’s first time vendor booth, which supports up and coming LGBTQIA+, BIPOC and female identified artists. Vendors to date include: BriBe LLC, Claudettes Crafts, The Daydreamers Shop, Lathers by Luna, MoonPerl LLC, Painting Ms. Daisy and Sili+Bells.
Proceeds from donations and beverage sales go directly back to the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce. A portions of donations will also directly support over a dozen local non-profits including Peirce and Chappel Elementary Schools, Chicago Women’s Health Center, Brave Space Alliance and more.
The festival days and hours are:
Friday, June 7 | 5-10PM
Saturday, June 8 | 12-10PM
Sunday, June 9 | 12-10PM

Aurora Pride Parade 2024
2024-06-09 12:00 - 13:30 | Downtown Aurora, Aurora, Illinois, 60506
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.
Parade Route:

Start at E. Benton Street and S. Broadway
Travel northeast up Broadway to Downer Place
Turn left and travel northwest on Downer Place
End at W. Downer Place and N. Middle Avenue

“Never Doubt: We Are Here” Pride Concert & Dance
2024-06-08 19:00 - 23:00 | First Congregational Church of Evanston UCC, 1445 Hinman Ave, Evanson, Illinois, 60201
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.
Artemis Singers will perform “Fast Car,” by Tracy Chapman.
Highlights include “Fired Up,” by Holly Near; “Warrior,” by Kim Baryluk and “Gather,” by Karen Mooney. Artemis will showcase “She is on Her Way,” by Aly Halpert and Arundhati Roy and “Truth,” by Andrea Ramsey. In addition, the chorus will sing “Apple Tree,” by Aurora Aksnes, Odd Martin Skalnes, and Magnus Skylstad.
Artemis Singers has grown from 30 members before the pandemic to now 43 members.
Ticket prices: $25 General Admission. Tickets are also available on a sliding scale suggested donation of $10 – $40. Additional donations are tax deductible. Artemis Singers is a 501(c)3 not for profit corporation. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Tickets are free for children age 12 and younger.
Metered street parking is available. Several parking garages are located four to eight blocks from the venue. Public transportation is available via the CTA Purple Line (Davis stop, 1612 Benson Avenue, Evanston, Ill.) or the Metra Rail Union Pacific-North UP-N (Davis Street stop, 901 Davis Street, Evanston, Ill.)

Lake County PrideFest
2024-06-08 14:00 - 22:00 | Illinois
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.
A $5 donation at the door is suggested but not required.

Andersonville Midsommarfest
2024-06-08 12:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-07 17:00 - 22:00 | Andersonville, Clark St. from Foster to Gregory, Chicago, Illinois, 60640

Chicago Pride Kick-Off Urban Queer Art Show & Market
2024-06-05 18:30 | PrideArts, 4139 North Broadway, Chicago, Illinois, 60613
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.
Immerse yourself in the urban queer art scene and support local LGBTQ+ creators. This event is the perfect way to kick off Pride month with a bang! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with the community and celebrate diversity through art.

Sapphic Comedy Hour
2024-06-05 08:00 - 20:30 | Dorothy, 2500 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60622
Hosts Sierra Kenyon and Rogue Schmidt bring seven sapphic comedians to our stage for a Pride comedy showcase that’s not to be missed. 21+.
ABOUT THE COMEDIANS
Rey Tang (She/Her): Rey Tang is a Chicago-based writer, photographer, filmmaker, and performer. She believes that, through an intersectional understanding of media, she can one day achieve her dream of writing for television. Follow her @reytangerine
Paula Harrington (She/Her): Paula Harrington escaped Florida to be a comedian, writer, and actress in Chicago. She currently performs with Improvised Jane Austen and does stand up around the city when not taking existential walks. Follow her @paulavontrap
Tina Arfaee (They/Any): Tina Arfaee is a Chicago-based multidisciplinary performer, comedian, and international man of mystery who wants you to buy them a drink after the show uwu. Follow them @tinatwocats
Sonal Aggarwal (She/Her): Former international street performer turned emcee, Sonal Aggarwal has brought her talents to Chicago as an actor, comedian, producer, and movement artist. Her one woman show The Alchemy of Bliss played for a sold-out weekend at Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theater and you can see her on Netflix’s Easy as well as the short A Period Piece which debuted at SXSW 2020. She is a regular host of the Moth. Follow her @sonalmedia
Emma Day (She/Her): Emma Day is a stand-up and radio host from (the)Chicago(suburbs). She hosts The Lesbian Lodge monthly at The Lincoln Lodge, but if you miss the sound of her voice you can hear her most weeknights on 101.9 the Mix. Follow her @alldayemmaday
Hoja Lopez (She/Her): Hoja is a queer Venezuelan comedian, writer and actress living in Chicago, IL. She is currently a writer and producer for Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus, The Dough and Elyse Meyer’s, Funny Cuz’ it’s True podcast. Since 2022 she has produced and regularly contributed guest writing for NPR’s Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me. Hoja is also the creator and co-host of the web series “Gay News”. Her work has been recognized in The Houston Chronicle, NBC and NPR. Follow her @alojahoja
Kim Iheme-The ADHD Comedian (She/Her): The ADHD Comedian got her Chicago comedy chops as a diversity grad of iO theater- she’s a former Bob Curry Fellow and Second City’s 110th revue MainStage understudy. Her love for storytelling and authenticity is what brought her to stand up and her corporate gig got her to sit down. On the weekend, you can find her being a single dog mom to her baby Fig and watching the best of what Bravo has to offer. Follow her @theadhdcomedian
Sierra Kenyon (She/Her): Sierra Kenyon (she/her) is a writer, dancer, comedian, singer, and actor. She has performed at Annoyance, iO, Lincoln Lodge, Zanie’s, Laugh Factory, and The Paper Machete. Sierra is most known for her revered and sold-out solo show: Sierra’s Ungodly Hour and has won awards for writing and voicing her commercial work. She played her first titular role in Goodnight, Gladys, which was awarded runner-up for Best of Chicago 2023: New Play. She is a scuba-certified citizen scientist and host of Brutal Sketch Comedy. Sharks and big cats don’t scare her, but the eeEeEEeE of the redline and the Air and Water show do. When she’s not performing she can be found underwater looking for critters, info-dumping, or spreading the gay agenda. Follow her @sierra_skank_kenyon
Rogue Schmidt (They/She): Rogue Schmidt (they/she) is a queer comedian and actor living in Chicago. They are repped by Grossman and Jack Talent and won Chicago Reader’s Best Comedian in January of 2024. Their debut solo show, “The Locker Room” ran at The Annoyance Theatre for 6 sold-out weeks and is debuting at Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August of 2024. Rogue tours their solo characters all around the city,is a frequent contributor to The Paper Machete at The Green Mill, and they were cast in the Just For Laughs Character Showcase at The Annoyance in 2023. Rogue is part of ensembles, Burlesque is More at The Annoyance Theatre, and they produce and host Brutal Sketch Comedy, a monthly variety show at The Lincoln Lodge. Follow them @rogueschmidt

The Art of Pride
2024-06-02 12:00 - 16:00 | Hyde Park Art Center, 5020 S Cornell Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60615
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.

Equality Illinois Pride Brunch Kick-Off
2024-06-02 11:30 - 13:30 | Venue West, 221 N Paulina, Chicago, Illinois, 60612
Join Equality Illinois on Sunday, June 2, for the annual Pride Brunch Kick-Off.
EQIL 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.

Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus Spring Fling
2024-06-02 11:00 - 16:00 | Mae District, 19 East 21st, Chicago, Illinois, 60616
Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus “A Spring Fling” annual fundraiser, an afternoon full of entertainment, networking opportunities, silent auctions, specialty cocktails, reflection, and the very exciting induction of our new inductees into the Chicago Black Gay Hall of Fame.

Buffalo Grove Pride Parade
2024-06-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Mike Rylko Community Park, 1000 N Buffalo Grove Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL, 60089
BG Pride and The Pinta Pride Project present Buffalo Grove’s 6th annual Family-Friendly Pride Parade. Honoring retired Illinois State House Majority Leader Greg Harris as Grand Marshal. Featuring 100 businesses, organizations and school groups. “Drag Us to the Polls” is the 2024 theme.
Mike Rylko Community Park, 1000 N Buffalo Grove Rd, Buffalo Grove, Illnois 60089

Queer Fam Pride Jam
2024-06-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Millennium Park, Chicago, Illinois, 60602
The Queer Fam Pride Jam is making a joyful return after its history-making event in 2024, this year opening the Chicago House Music Festival in the iconic Millennium Park for house music’s 40th anniversary celebration. Produced by legendary queer dance party Slo ‘Mo & South Loop children’s boutique Kido, the Pride Jam celebrates LGBTQ+ families, kids and allies with all-ages activities like dance lessons, DJ sets, performances and more in the North Pavilion tent from 10am-1pm. Pride Jam is excited to share the day with the Chicago House Music Festival, which will begin at 1 p. For more details about House Music Festival, visit ChicagoHouseMusicFestival.us. This event is free and available to all.

The Lesbian Social Club Pride Kickoff
2024-06-01 22:00 - 2024-06-02 05:00 | Illinois
Join The Lesbian Social Club after the Chicago Fire game to celebrate the official kickoff to Pride Month at TAO Chicago. This inclusive event is open to all and welcomes LGBTQ+ individuals, allies, and friends alike.

Chicago Fire Pride Night
2024-06-01 19:30 | Soldier Field, 1410 Special Olympics Dr, Chicago, Illinois, 60605
The Chicago Fire FC annual Pride Night will kick-off Pride Month on June 1 vs. the LA Galaxy with a celebration of diversity, inclusion, and unity in our community.
The first 5k in the stadium get a clear pride sling bag.

Shedd Pride Night
2024-06-01 18:00 - 22:30 | Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, 60605
Join Shedd Aquarium and A Queer Pride in celebrating our vibrant and creative LGBTQ+ community! Kick off Pride Month festivities in style with a memorable Pride Night at Shedd featuring multiple DJs and an ocean-themed drag showcase.
Discover the wonders of the aquatic animal world in an environment that welcomes and embraces all identities, all while making new friends and reconnecting with old ones. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to convene together to embrace the diversity of our community.
21+ ID required
PRICE:
Non-Chicago resident starts at $39.95
Chicago resident $19.95
Members $14.95

Waukegan Pride Parade and Festival
2024-06-01 12:00 - 19:00 | Waukegan, Waukegan, Illinois, 60085
Get ready for a day of celebration, community, and fun at the Waukegan Friends Pride Parade and Festival, part of a three day Waukegan Pride Event featuring events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Waukegan Pride Parade steps off at Noon.

12pm Parade starting at 1200 Sheridan Road heading South, ending at Clayton Street
2:30PM Pride Festival at Clayton/Sheridan

Expect Food & Beer trucks, Over 50 vendors, and Live Entertainment!

Elgin Pride
2024-06-01 11:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Elgin, Elgin, Illinois, 60120
Elgin’s second annual Pride Parade and Festival will take place on June 1 from 11am-5pm. Events will include a family-friendly LGBTQ+ Pride parade followed by a festival with a vendor marketplace, food, live music, and more! The parade will be in downtown Elgin, and the festival and vendor marketplace will be held in Festival Park.
