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  • Downers Grove PrideFest 2026

    Fishel Park 1036 Grove St, Downers Grove, Illinois

    EQuality Downers Grove invites you to DG PrideFest 2025, a vibrant celebration of pride and community! Enjoy music, delicious treats from a food truck, kid’s activities, community booths, and so much more.

  • Indigiqueer Pride Pop-Up

    Foursided Lakeview 2958 N Clark, Chicago, IL

    Foursided Card and Gift in Lakeview will be hosting a pop-up market with art donated from artists across the Indigiqueer community. Come shop the art, jewelry, and other goods created by local Indigenous artists!

  • Elgin Pride Parade & Festival 2026

    Festival Park 132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, Illinois

    Join Elgin Pride for the fourth annual free and family-friendly Elgin Pride Parade & Festival. Support a happy, safe Elgin for everyone.

  • Rockford 2026 Pride Parade & Party

    Downtown Rockford 513 E State St, Rockford, Illinois

    The 2026 Rockford Area Pride festivities are bringing an unforgettable day of visibility, high-energy entertainment, and inclusion to Downtown Rockford.

    Free

  • 2026 Quad Cities Pride Festival

    2026 Quad Cities Pride Festival
    Schwiebert Riverfront Park Rock Island, IL

    The Quad Cities Pride Festival is a two-day vibrant celebration of love, identity, and community, bringing together thousands each year to honor and uplift the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies.

    $10 – $20

  • Buffalo Grove Pride 2026

    Mike Rylko Community Park 1000 N Buffalo Grove Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL

    The 2026 Buffalo Grove Pride Fest, featuring 100 entries, 2,000 participants and a crowd of thousands, celebrates the LGBTQ+ community in the northwest suburbs.

  • 3rd Annual Crystal Lake Pride Walk & Social

    Downtown Crystal Lake, IL Crystal Lake, Illinois

    Lake Pride Walk & Social! This year marks an exciting milestone as Crystal Lake Pride officially steps out as its own independent non-profit organization, continuing its mission to break down stigmas, build lasting unity, and educate the community in a fun, family-friendly, and neighborhood-respectful environment.

    Free

  • Equality Illinois 2026 Pride Kick-Off Brunch

    Venue West 221 N Paulina, Chicago, Illinois

    Kick off Pride Month with a purpose at the annual Equality Illinois Pride Kick-Off Brunch! Gathering over 300 community leaders, LGBTQ+ champions, and allies, this high-energy celebration honors those who fight daily to keep Illinois a pro-equality, pro-family state.

    $120

  • Pride Month Kick-off Celebration

    Sidetrack 3349 N Halsted St, Chicago, Illinois

    Join PRIDEChicago at Sidetrack for the official Pride Month Kick-off Celebration. It’s your chance to meet the dedicated, all-volunteer team that works year-round to bring the iconic Chicago Pride Parade to life.

  • Oak Park Pride Night Out

    Downtown Oak Park Marion St (between Lake St and North Blvd), Oak Park, IL, IL

    The Village of Oak Park's 4th Annual Pride Night / Pride Month Celebration, held in conjunction with Downtown Oak Park\'s popular Thursday Night Out dine-around series. The event features outdoor dining al fresco, a special summer menu from local restaurants, and Drag Queens roaming the area in partnership with the OPRF Chamber of Commerce.

  • Give It To Me Gay!

    Give It To Me Gay!
    Judy's Beat Lounge 230 W North Ave 3rd floor

    Get ready for a hilarious celebration of queer art, joy, and community with Give It To Me Gay! at The Second City Chicago. This high-energy variety show puts LGBTQIA+ voices front and center, serving up an unforgettable night of comedy, chaos, and creative expression.

    $22.25

  • Andersonville Midsommarfest 2026

    Andersonville Midsommarfest 2026
    Andersonville Clark St. from Foster to Gregory, Chicago, Illinois

    The Andersonville Midsommarfest returns to Chicago's north side for its annual celebration of summer, Swedish heritage, and community spirit. The 3-day festival takes place from Friday, June 12 to Sunday, June 14, 2026.

    $10

  • Andersonville Midsommarfest 2026

    Andersonville Midsommarfest 2026
    Andersonville Clark St. from Foster to Gregory, Chicago, Illinois

    The Andersonville Midsommarfest returns to Chicago's north side for its annual celebration of summer, Swedish heritage, and community spirit. The 3-day festival takes place from Friday, June 12 to Sunday, June 14, 2026.

    $10

  • Pride Night at Shedd Aquarium

    Shedd Aquarium 1200 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL

    Dive into the celebrations at the Shedd Aquarium's dedicated Pride Night, an evening event running from 6:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Guests can explore the historic aquatic galleries, experience hands-on animal touch encounters, and enjoy an ocean-themed drag show featuring spectacular local talent.

    21+ event.

    $29.95

  • Woodstock PrideFest & Parade 2026

    Woodstock Square Historic District 123 E Van Buren St, Woodstock, Illinois

    Celebrate love, diversity, and community at the annual Woodstock PrideFest on Sunday, June 14, 2026! Located in the heart of the Historic Woodstock Square, this vibrant, family-friendly celebration kicks off with a colorful parade at 11:00 AM, followed by a full afternoon of festivities running until 5:00 PM.

  • Grayslake Pride Parade 2026

    Historic Downtown Grayslake Grayslake, IL

    Celebrate love, diversity, and community at the 6th Annual Grayslake Pride Parade! Hosted by The Better Together Project, this family-friendly celebration kicks off on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM in historic Downtown Grayslake.

  • Aurora Pride Parade 2026

    Downtown Aurora Aurora, Illinois

    The Aurora Pride Parade returns to downtown Aurora, Illinois, celebrating its seventh year as a vibrant showcase of love, equality, and diversity.

  • Andersonville Midsommarfest 2026

    Andersonville Midsommarfest 2026
    Andersonville Clark St. from Foster to Gregory, Chicago, Illinois

    The Andersonville Midsommarfest returns to Chicago's north side for its annual celebration of summer, Swedish heritage, and community spirit. The 3-day festival takes place from Friday, June 12 to Sunday, June 14, 2026.

    $10

  • Morton Grove Pride in the Park 2026

    Harrer Park 6250 Dempster St, Morton Grove, IL

    Come out and celebrate our LGBTQ+ community at Morton Grove’s family-friendly Pride in the Park! Held at the north end of Harrer Park, this free event features delicious local food vendors, information booths, and fun activities for the kids like face painting and balloon art.

  • Give It To Me Gay!

    Give It To Me Gay!
    Judy's Beat Lounge 230 W North Ave 3rd floor

    Get ready for a hilarious celebration of queer art, joy, and community with Give It To Me Gay! at The Second City Chicago. This high-energy variety show puts LGBTQIA+ voices front and center, serving up an unforgettable night of comedy, chaos, and creative expression.

    $22.25

  • Lake County PrideFest 2026

    Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center 2007 N Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach, Illinois

    Touted as the largest and most highly anticipated LGBTQ+ celebration in the area, this family-friendly outdoor festival draws thousands of residents and allies together. Organized to celebrate LGBTQ+ life and culture while fostering a strong sense of community.

    $10

  • Chicago Pride Fest 2026

    Featured Chicago Pride Fest 2026
    Northalsted Neighborhood Northalsted on Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St.

    The 25th annual Chicago Pride Fest is a celebration of LGBTQ+ life, culture and community in  Chicago’s landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted neighborhood.

    $20

  • Elmhurst Family Pride Fest 2026

    Elmhurst Presbyterian Church 367 Spring Rd, Elmhurst, IL

    The Elmhurst Family Pride Fest, hosted by the Elmhurst Pride Collective, this free, outdoor, and all-ages celebration is queer-centered and family-friendly, shining a spotlight on local LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs, artists, and allies. 

  • 5th Annual Des Plaines Community Pride Celebration

    Trinity Lutheran Church 675 E Algonquin Rd, Des Plaines, IL

    The 5th Annual Des Plaines Community Pride Celebration returns for a vibrant, all-ages festival honoring the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies. Co-hosted by SPEAK Des Plaines and held this year at Trinity Lutheran Church, this free afternoon event brings the entire region together to inspire joy, strength, and local visibility.

  • DeKalb Pride Fest 2026

    Downtown DeKalb DeKalb, IL

    This vibrant, free, and family-friendly community celebration connects the LGBTQIA+ community and allies across DeKalb County for an evening of pride, visibility, and joy.

  • Chicago Pride Fest 2026

    Featured Chicago Pride Fest 2026
    Northalsted Neighborhood Northalsted on Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St.

    The 25th annual Chicago Pride Fest is a celebration of LGBTQ+ life, culture and community in  Chicago’s landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted neighborhood.

    $20

  • Give It To Me Gay!

    Give It To Me Gay!
    Judy's Beat Lounge 230 W North Ave 3rd floor

    Get ready for a hilarious celebration of queer art, joy, and community with Give It To Me Gay! at The Second City Chicago. This high-energy variety show puts LGBTQIA+ voices front and center, serving up an unforgettable night of comedy, chaos, and creative expression.

    $22.25

  • Proud to Run 2026

    Montrose Beach 601 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, Illinois

    Proud To Run—an annual 10K run and 5K run/walk—welcomes over 1,000 participants each year. The event celebrates Pride through fitness and community while raising funds to support LGBTQ+ organizations and programs across the greater Chicago area.

    $54.00 – $69.90

  • Navy Pier Pride 2026

    Navy Pier 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL

    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.

  • Back Lot Bash Chicago

    Back Lot Bash Chicago
    Cheetah Gym Parking Lot 5248 N Clark, Chicago, Illinois

    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.

    $19.46

  • Chicago Pride Parade 2026

    Featured
    Northalsted Neighborhood Northalsted on Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St.

    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! 

  • Back Lot Bash Chicago

    Back Lot Bash Chicago
    Cheetah Gym Parking Lot 5248 N Clark, Chicago, Illinois

    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.

    $19.46

  • Pride South Side: Love in Action Festival

    DuSable Black History Museum & Education Center 740 E. 56th Pl, Chicago, IL

    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.