Join AIDS Foundation Chicago and our partners at celebrations and fundraiser extravaganzas to celebrate Pride Month! We’ve compiled a list of events happening all month long – there are lots of opportunities for you to get involved and show out!
Special Events:
Quad Cities Pride Parade (Henry County)
Saturday, June 1, 2024 | 11:00 A.M.
Unity Pride Parade | Downtown Davenport, IA to Rock Island, IL
Get ready to mark your calendars!
QC Pride is thrilled to unveil the date for our much-anticipated Annual QC UNITY Pride Parade
This spectacular parade stands as a beacon of unity, as it traverses across the Mississippi River and bridges bi-state lines, bringing together the vibrant communities of the Quad Cities. Join us for a celebration of diversity, inclusivity, and the spirit of togetherness.
Saturday, June 1, 2024 | 7:30 PM
Soldier Field
- Tickets Start at $17
Chicago Fire/Lesbian Social Club Pride Kickoff
Saturday, June 1, 2024 | 10:00 P.M. – 5:00 A.M.
Tao Nightclub | 632 N. Dearborn Street
- Tickets: Tier One $10 Tier Two $22
- Tickets Will not be sold at door
On June 1, 2024 join us 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.
Please note that all ticket tiers provide the same level of access, they are simply priced in tiers so once a tier sells out the next pricing tier is activated.
Saturday, June 1, 2024 | 10:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.
Gerber/Hart Library and Archives | 6500 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Queer Fam Pride Jam
Sunday, June 2, 2024 | 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
Millennium Park
Located in the North Promenade tent in Millennium Park, we’ll kick off at 10:00 A.M. with a sing-a-long and will continue until 1 p with a variety of family-focused programming.
“Mommie Dearest” screening and book Q&A
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 7:00 P.M.
Theatre One/DCP
- General Admission: $12
- Members: $10
Windy City Times 30 Under 30 Awards
Thursday, June 6, 2024 | 6:30 P.M.
LinkedIn Headquarters, 525 W. Monroe St., Chicago
Presentations will start promptly at 5:30 P.M.
Doors will open at 5:00 P.M. and will close at 6:00 P.M.
Andersonville Midsommarfest
Friday June 7th to Sunday June 9th, 2024
- Suggested Donation: $10
Midsommarfest returns for its 58th year June 7-9 on Clark Street from Foster to Gregory!
Proceeds from donations and beverage sales go directly back to the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce, a 501c6 non-profit organization to support festival expenses, neighborhood events, small business networking events, neighborhood beautification, and special services year-round. 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.
Saturday, June 8, 2024 | 10:30 P.M. – 1:00 A.M.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Roller Skating and Bowling Center, 1219 West 76th Street, Chicago
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!
Sunday, June 9, 2024 | 12:00 Noon
Aurora Pride, founded in 2019, is a 501c3 organization whose mission is to promote LGBTQ+ acceptance and community in Aurora, IL. We have our origins as part of Indivisible Aurora but are now an independent sister organization. Our primary projects are the Aurora Pride Parade and educational activities.
After Party: Two Brothers Roundhouse, 205 N Broadway
Taylor Swift drag fundraiser for Human Rights Campaign
Thursday, June 13, 2024 6:00 PM
Whiskey Girl Tavern, 6318 N Clark, Chicago
- Tickets: $10.00
Tickets include an entry for an incredible HRC swag bag and a 1-year membership to the Human Rights Campaign.
Join us for “They Need to Calm Down: A TSwift Drag Affair” on June 13th, an electrifying event benefiting the Human Rights Campaign. Get ready to be dazzled as drag performers take the stage, channeling the iconic energy of Taylor Swift.
Pride Bar Crawl in Northalsted
Saturday, June 15, 2024 | 4:00 P.M. – 11:59 P.M.
- $15.00+$3.41 Fee
Sales end on Jun 1, 2024.
Black LGBTQ+ Beach Day
Saturday, June 22, 2024 | 12:00 Noon – 7:00 P.M.
- Free Entry
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 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., 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.
Saturday, June 22, 2024 | 10:00 P.M.
3730 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL
- Tickets $20
Lesbian Social Club/Eden takeover at the River
The River Kitchen and Bar
2909 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago
Saturday, June 22, 2024 | 9:00 P.M. – 2:00 A.M.
- Tickets: $20.00
Come witness this epic collaboration between @TheLesbianSocialClub & @EdenEntertainmentGroup.
Please note that all tickets provide the same level of access, they are simply priced in tiers so once a tier sells out the next pricing tier is activated
Saturday, June 22, 2024 | 7:00 P.M.
Wintrust Arena
Passion. Community. Pride. Love. All are integral pillars to the foundation of our Skytown family, and we’re happy to once again celebrate those and most importantly: inclusion.
Saturday, June 22 – Sunday, June 23, 2024 | 11:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.
Northalsted on Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St.
Main Gate at Halsted & Addison, other gates (shorter lines): Halsted & Broadway/Grace, Halsted & Waveland, Broadway & Waveland
- $15 Suggested Donation – All Ages.
Your donation helps pay performers & festival workers and supports local non-profits and community programs.
Trans Week at Campit Outdoor Resort
Trans Week June 23-28, 2024
Come enjoy the outdoors with other community members, show your support for the transgender community, meet new people, and be yourself in a safe environment.
Friday, June 28, 2024 | 9:00 P.M. – 4:00 A.M.
Metro/Smart Bar, 3730 N Clark Street, Chicago
- $20 Early Bird / $25 Advance / $30 Day of
June 28 – 30, 2024 | 4:00 P.M.
Cheetah Gym Parking Lot, 5238 North Clark Street, Chicago
BACK LOT BASH and Flannel Friday takes place during Chicago’s Pride weekend on Friday June 28th, Saturday, June 29 & Sunday June 30th – THREE day outdoor event!
Friday – Flannel Friday Farewell Party – Line to be announced.
Saturday – Special Guest Appearance by Leisha Hailey & Kate Moenning with performances by Too Much Molly, Olivia & The Lovers, Lyons & CO. and DJ Cas$Era with host Rose Garcia.
Sunday – G Flip headlines Sunday Pride Day Hosted by Rose Garcia with performances by Siena Liggings, CatFlight and Ariana DJ.
Friday, June 28, 2024 | 3:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M.
Saturday & Sunday, June 29 – 30, 2024 | 12 Noon – 10:00 PM
Chicago’s Largest Northside Neighborhood Pride Dance Party!!
Chicago Urban Pride
Friday June 28, 2024 – Sunday, June 30, 2024
The most incredible weekend pass on sale now!
- 4 Days 8 Events for $80
- That is a discounted rate of $10 per-event!
- Door prices could be $30 or more per-event!
Saturday, June 29, 2024 | 6:00 P.M.
The Wagner & Zeng Residence
1312 N Leavitt St, Chicago, IL, USA
- Tickets: $15 – $300
Our Apologies — This event is only accessible through a flight of stairs.
Returning for a fourth year on Saturday, June 29 at 6pm, Chicago Fringe Opera will celebrate the immeasurable contributions of the LGBTQ+ community to the world of performing arts with a pride party featuring specialty cocktails by Spice Note Tequila, & a brief, intimate musical program composed and performed by members of the LGBTQ+ community, featuring new music by composer Michael R. Oldham.
All proceeds will go directly to support the missions of Chicago Fringe Opera & to fund a scholarship at The Voice Lab, designated for gender affirming vocal instruction.
Sunday, June 30, 2024 | 11:00 A.M.
PRIDEChicago – the organization that has produced the iconic Chicago Pride Parade for 50 years – welcomes you to Pride in Chicago.
Join us for the 53rd annual Chicago Pride Parade stepping off from West Sheridan and North Broadway at 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 30, 2024.
Tens of thousands of people are expected to pack the parade route, which starts in the landmark LGBTQ+ neighborhood of Northalsted and wraps up in Lincoln Park. This year, 150 contingents will march under the theme Pride is Power.
We look forward to celebrating Pride with you!
Lesbian Social Club Pride Parade Afterparty
Sunday, June 30, 2022 | 4:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.
Brickhouse Wrigley Field, 3647 N Clark St
- Tickets: EARLY BIRD $15.00
- Tier 1 $25.00
Located steps from the Chicago Pride Parade come witness this epic day party collaboration between @TheLesbianSocialClub & @PeachPresents at Brickhouse in Wrigley Field.
Please note that all tickets provide the same level of access, they are simply priced in tiers so once a tier sells out the next pricing tier is activated.
Saturday, July 7, 2024 | 11:00 A.M. – 9:00 P.M.
The DuSable 740 E 56th Pl, Chicago
Come show your pride spirit and join us for our 6th annual Pride South Side Festival! This year’s theme is The Right to Pride where we position the legacy of the LGBTQI+ Community at the front of advocacy, culture, and leadership. We invite you to join us in a day of performances, activations, and opportunities to learn more about the roles of the Black, Latinx, and LGBTQI+ voting rights and elections in public policy.
We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 Pride South Side Celebration!
