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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Aurora Pride Parade returns to downtown Aurora, Illinois, celebrating its seventh year as a vibrant showcase of love, equality, and diversity.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The 25th annual Chicago Pride Fest is a celebration of LGBTQ+ life, culture and community in Chicago’s landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted neighborhood.
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.
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.
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.
The 25th annual Chicago Pride Fest is a celebration of LGBTQ+ life, culture and community in Chicago’s landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted neighborhood.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.