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A Celebration of Love and Unity

2026 Chicago Pride Parade

Sunday, June 28, 2026

11 a.m.

2026 Chicago Pride Parade

Make a Nomination

PRIDEChicago is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the Community Grand Marshals who will lead the 55th annual Chicago Pride Parade on Sunday, June 28, 2026!

Last year, we began a new tradition—inviting our community to help spotlight the leaders, advocates, and everyday changemakers who embody the spirit of Pride. That tradition launched with the 2025 Community Grand Marshals, Dr. Maya Green and Dr. Catherine Creticos—two trailblazers in healthcare and LGBTQ+ advocacy. Both were selected through a public nomination process, and Dr. Creticos made history as the first ally ever to serve as a Grand Marshal of the parade.

We’re thrilled to continue this tradition in 2026, and now it’s your turn to make a nomination.

2025 Chicago Pride Parade

Thanks Chicago!

The 54th annual Chicago Pride Parade brought several hundred thousand people to Lakeview on June 29, in a joyful, community-powered celebration of LGBTQ+ pride, visibility, and resiliency.

Kicking off the parade were motorcyclists from Bikes and Mics and Dykes on Bikes, setting the tone for a vibrant and empowering day.

The 2025 theme, United in Pride, highlighted the transformative power of coming together—embracing our diversity, and championing love, equity, and justice as one united force.

From community-led leadership to historic firsts, the 2025 parade was not just a celebration—it was a call to action and a reminder of the strength we share when we show up United in Pride.

Countdown To Pride

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    What’s New

    2025 SPONSORS
    2025 PARTNERS

    As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, PRIDEChicago cannot fulfill its mission of representing and serving the LGBTQ+ communities of Chicago and Illinois without the support of our sponsors and partners. We’re deeply grateful to those that continue to stand with us, year after year.

    To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please email sponsorships@pridechicago.org

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    2025 Chicago Pride Parade

    Decades of Advocacy

    Mission and Vision

    PRIDEChicago has become a cornerstone of LGBTQ+ advocacy and celebration, honoring a legacy that began with Chicago’s first Pride march in 1970. The Chicago Pride Parade has grown into a world-renowned event, attracting millions of attendees and embodying the city’s commitment to inclusion, equality, and unity. The parade remains a beacon of hope, pride, and progress. 

    Mission

    Our mission remains steadfast to inspire, educate, and commemorate the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer communities in Chicago, while celebrating our diverse culture.

    Vision

    We are proud of our history and excited about the work we are doing to create a brighter future for all. We are committed to creating a world where all people can live authentically, and unapologetically.

    Values

    We expect all parade participants and spectators to support the LGBTQ+ community and conduct themselves in a manner consistent with our values of respect, kindness, integrity, and positivity.

    PRIDEChicago is a proud member of Interpride and the United States Association of Prides. 

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