Parade Registration
We’re dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive community for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies. As one of the largest Pride Parades in the nation, our annual celebration features 150 contingents and brings together one million people to celebrate diversity, equality, and love.
Participating in the annual Chicago Pride Parade is an unforgettable experience. It is also a powerful statement of visibility and unity for Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community.
The application process for the 2025 Chicago Pride Parade will open in March 2025. We recommend you sign-up for our email list for updates, the form is near the bottom of this page.
2025 Chicago Pride Parade
PRIDE
IS POWER
The annual Chicago Pride Parade, one of the oldest and largest parades in the country, has been coordinated by PRIDEChicago for over 50 years.
The parade is the culmination of Pride Month celebrations and events in the city and suburbs.
Chicago knows how to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride!
Parade Guidelines
The Chicago Pride Parade is to celebrate, commemorate, educate and liberate the LGBTQ+ community. 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, and positivity.
- Participation is by application only
- Max. number of 150 entries allowed
- Max. 100 participants per entry
- Only 1 vehicle allowed per entry
- Participants must adhere to Rules
- Entry closes when spots are fILLED
- Not every applicant will be accepted
- No Cancellations/No Refunds
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