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SUMMARY:Woodstock PrideFest
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 14 brings the heart of Woodstock PrideFest to the Historic Woodstock Square with the annual Pride Parade and Festival — a full day celebrating love\, visibility\, inclusion\, and community. \nThe celebration begins with the Woodstock Pride Parade as community groups\, organizations\, businesses\, performers\, and supporters fill the streets with color\, music\, creativity\, and Pride. Following the parade\, the Square transforms into a free\, family-friendly festival featuring live entertainment throughout the day\, including performances by this year’s headlining band\, Chicago favorite iPop. \nFestivalgoers can explore a diverse lineup of vendors\, community organizations\, artists\, makers\, and advocacy groups while enjoying food trucks\, drinks\, activities\, and opportunities to connect with friends old and new. \nWhether attending for the music\, the community\, the celebration\, or simply to be surrounded by love and acceptance\, Woodstock PrideFest invites everyone to come make memories and celebrate together. \nBecause in Woodstock\, love is always in focus.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/woodstock-pridefest/
LOCATION:Woodstock Square Historic District\, 123 E. Van Buren St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098-3201\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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SUMMARY:6th Annual Grayslake Pride Parade
DESCRIPTION:Join the community and celebrate love and inclusion at the sixth annual Grayslake Pride Parade hosted by the Better Together Project. This is a family-friendly parade that kicks off at Hawley St and Slusser St continues onto Center St and Seymour Ave and comes to an end back at Slusser. \nThere’s great viewing spots all around the route! Enjoy music from a local DJ\, celebrate the community\, and cheer on the participants!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/6th-annual-grayslake-pride-parade/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Grayslake\, Center Street\, Grayslake\, IL\, 60030\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,festival,pride
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SUMMARY:West Peoria Pride Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 4th annual West Peoria Parking Lot Pride Party hosted by Peoria Proud! \nSunday June 14th\, 12-5pm\nIntersection of Waverly and Callendar \nVIBRATOR RACES\, DUNK TANK\, RAFFLES\, DRINK SPECIALS\, AND MORE!!!! \nAll proceeds support the River City Pride Festival. \n*This event is 21+*
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/west-peoria-pride-party/
LOCATION:Peoria\, Waverly and Callendar\, Peoria\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
CREATED:20260523T214028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T214028Z
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SUMMARY:South Side Family Pride
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Castle for the 4th annual South Side Family Pride! This event is hosted by Beverly Unitarian Church. Come visit the PFLAG table for buttons!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/south-side-family-pride/
LOCATION:Beverly Unitarian Church\, 10244 S. Longwood Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60643\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
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SUMMARY:Chicago Pride Fest
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Pride Fest® is an annual two-day street festival. The next Chicago Pride Fest is on June 20-21\, 2026\, held the weekend before the Chicago Pride Parade (Sunday\, June 28\, 2026). The 25th annual Chicago Pride Fest is a celebration of LGBTQ+ life\, culture and community in  Chicago’s landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted neighborhood. \nChicago Pride Fest features live music on 3 stages\, a Youth Pride Space for teens\, best of Chicago drag performances\, the Proud Pet Parade (Sunday\, 12pm) dance exhibitions\, the Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus\, guest speakers and over 150 food and merchandise vendors. \nA $20 suggested donation for entry helps pays performers and festival workers\, and supports local non-profits & Northalsted community improvement programs including vibrant murals\, art\, and upkeep for the 14 Chicago Pride Crosswalks on Halsted Street\, making it the longest permanent LGBTQ+ pride installation of it’s kind in the world.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-pride-fest-2/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Northalsted neighborhood
CATEGORIES:festival,outdoor,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
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SUMMARY:Elmhurst Family Pride Fest
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for another fabulous celebration! This year\, in honor of America’s 250th birthday\, our fest theme is AMERICA IS FOR EVERYONE! \nHosted by:\nElmhurst Pride Collective\nElmhurst Presbyterian Church
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/elmhurst-family-pride-fest/
LOCATION:Elmhurst Presbyterian Church\, 367 Spring Road\, Elmhurst\, IL\, 60126\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T200000
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SUMMARY:Lake County PrideFest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Lake County PrideFest is one of the most highly anticipated events of the summer in Lake County\, drawing thousands. \nThis FREE\, family-friendly outdoor festival will feature: food trucks\, craft and artisan vendors\, a resource fair\, games and entertainment for children\, drag shows\, live music and more! \nA $10 donation at the door supporting the LGBTQ+ Center Lake County is appreciated and goes to advocacy\, legal support and community building. \nJoin us in celebrating LGBTQ+ life and culture & show your support for Lake County’s LGBTQ+ community.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lake-county-pridefest-2026/
LOCATION:Round Lake Beach Civic Center\, 2007 N Civic Center Way\, Round Lake Beach\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:drag,festival,pride
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T170000
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SUMMARY:Des Plaines Community Pride Celebration
DESCRIPTION:SPEAK Des Plaines invites you to join us at this inclusive\, intergenerational\, accessible\, and supportive event! \nPride attendees will enjoy food\, games\, kid activities\, a family-friendly drag performance\, and information from local LGBTQIA+ support organizations. The goal is to create a welcoming space where community members of all ages\, backgrounds\, and identities can come together. \nAdmission and activities are free for all to attend this community event\, though donations are encouraged to help cover costs.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/des-plaines-community-pride-celebration/
LOCATION:Trinity Lutheran Church\, 675 E. Algonquin Road\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T190000
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SUMMARY:DeKalb Pride Fest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate love\, diversity\, and equality at DeKalb Pride Fest 2026 on Saturday\, June 20th\, from 4 – 7 PM. Join us for a resource fair with over 100 vendors and food trucks! \nEVENT SCHEDULE:\n4:00 PM DeKalb Pride begins\n7:00 PM Event ends \nWhether you’re part of the community or an ally\, come share in the vibrant atmosphere and let your pride shine!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/dekalb-pride-fest/
LOCATION:Frank Van Buer Plaza\, 200-298 Palmer Court\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride,resources
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T024328Z
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SUMMARY:Whiting Pride
DESCRIPTION:The third annual Whiting Pride celebration.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/whiting-pride-2/
LOCATION:Sheridan Plaza\, Sheridan Avenue and 119th Street\, Whiting\, IN\, 46394\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,outdoor,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T160000
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SUMMARY:Skokie Pride 2026
DESCRIPTION:Family friendly fun for Pride Month! Stop by St. Peter’s booth at Skokie Pride to say hi\, get a rainbow heart pin\, and do a craft! \nSt. Peter’s UCC is excited to see everyone at Skokie Pride again this year! We love being with our LGBTQIA+ sisters\, brothers\, and others\, sons and daughters\, mothers and dads\, shes\, hes\, theys\, and thems! Stop by our booth to say hi\, do a craft\, or pick up a rainbow heart pin.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/skokie-pride-2026/
LOCATION:Oakton Park\, 4701 Oakton St.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60076\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
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SUMMARY:Navy Pier Pride
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pride at Navy Pier with one unforgettable day of free and inclusive entertainment\, vibrant performances\, music\, dancing\, and lakefront fun in the heart of Chicago. Join the celebration along the iconic waterfront for a colorful summer experience filled with Pride and community.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/navy-pier-pride-2/
LOCATION:Navy Pier\, 600 E. Grand Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
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SUMMARY:First Annual Northside QueerPride
DESCRIPTION:Northside QueerPride Unites Rogers Park for Community-Wide Celebrations Pride Weekend\, June 27th & 28th! \nNorthside QueerPride is a coalition of community members hosting a radically welcoming and culturally significant Pride celebration weekend. Built upon the results of a comprehensive community survey\, Northside QueerPride events include something for everyone\, with diverse events throughout the Rogers Park community on Friday\, Saturday and Sunday of Pride Week. Join us for food\, music\, entertainment\, art\, drag\, and most importantly\, community! Northside QueerPride is coordinated by the Glenwood Avenue Arts District (501c3). \nNorthside QueerPride (NSQP) 2026 events HIGHLIGHTS – for full list of activities\, see our upcoming website. \nSaturday\, June 27 –\nNSQP at Jarvis Square & Jarvis Square Family Pride – \n11am-11:30 Mr. Brian (toddler performance)\n12pm-1pm Miss Aimee Leigh (toddler/kid performance)\n1pm-1:30pm Kelly Cassidy book reading\n2pm-3pm Pheobe Snow Memorial Family Pride Parade\n2pm-4pm DJ Ca$h Era\n5pm-7pm DJ RonS & T-Dance by the Dior Family\n8pm-10pm Amy Kelly & the Beaver Moon Band \nNSQP Jarvis Block Party – Hosted by Chicagoland alumni of Delta Lambda Phi – come for free food AND make protest art! \n10am-12 DJ Irona\n12pm-4pm DJs lost loft\n4:30-6pm Drag show with Winter Dior \nSunday\, June 28 –\nNSQP Cobblestone Pride Fest\, produced by RP Social – Street Celebration from Morse to Lunt on Glenwood 12-8pm – Food\, Music\, Artists Tent\, and more! \nNoon: Moose the DJ\n2pm: DJ Milty Evans @Milty Evans https://www.instagram.com/miltyevans/\n4pm: DJ Nevin Hersch @Nevin Hersch https://www.instagram.com/nevinsounds/\n6pm: DJ Greg Haus @Greg Haus https://www.instagram.com/djgreghaus/ \nJarvis Square Pride Party \n11am-2pm Lost Loft DJ\n2pm-4pm DJ RonS & performances by the Dior Family\n4:30pm-5:30pm JFill\n6pm-8pm Amy Kelly & The Beaver Moon Band \nOn Paulina Street north of Howard- NSQP Queer and BIPOC business pop up – produced by A Just Harvest \nFree food\nMusic and dancing\nArtists Market & wellness activities
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/first-annual-northside-queerpride/
LOCATION:Rogers Park\, Chicago\, IL\, 60626\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
CREATED:20260523T163941Z
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SUMMARY:Yorkville Area Pride 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first annual Yorkville Area Pride celebration on 6/27 from 11-3PM at Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ! This exciting event will feature a variety of performers\, local vendors\, and engaging activities for children\, ensuring a fun-filled day for everyone. \n🌈Performers\n🌈Vendors\n🌈Food trucks\n🌈Children’s Activities \nBring the whole family along for children’s activities including face painting\, a Lego bounce house\, chalk art\, and DIY flower crowns and friendship bracelets. Kids can enjoy a safe and welcoming environment where they can express themselves in a community of love and acceptance.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/yorkville-area-pride-2026/
LOCATION:Congregational United Church of Christ\, 409 Center Parkway\, Yorkville\, IL\, 60560\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T223000
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
CREATED:20260522T030223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T030550Z
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SUMMARY:Back Lot Bash Chicago Pride
DESCRIPTION:22nd annual BACK LOT BASH takes place during Chicago’s Pride weekend on Saturday June 27th\, Sunday\, June 28th 2026. \nThe night will be full of surprises and we have more announcements to make as we get closer\, so get your tickets now before the price goes up. \nBack Lot Bash Saturday – Headlining Lauren Sanderson \nLauren Sanderson\npure xtc\nKelsey Montanez\nNikki Holland w/ guest appearance by Alisabeth Von Presley\nDJ KidRiot \nBack Lot Bash Sunday – Take over from GARDEN OF featuring Lana Ja’rae & DJ Cash Era \nGarden Of takes over Back Lot Bash from 6-8pm! \nAlso featuring \nToo Much Molly Band\nDJ Little Lisa\nSecond City Outlaws
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/back-lot-bash-chicago-pride/
LOCATION:Cheetah Gym Parking Lot\, 5248 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,dance-dj,festival,outdoor
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T191052Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Urban Pride Weekend
DESCRIPTION:A weekend of Gay Pride events starting June 26th- 28th. Sunday June 28th we are ending with a big Picnic Festival in Jackson Park with all different types of performances. The Picnic is featuring Chicago’s very Own Fendi Da Rappa and Dlow Mr.Bop King along with a host of Chicago Entertainers.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-urban-pride-weekend/
LOCATION:Jackson Park\, 6300 E. Hayes Drive\, Chicago\, 60647\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
CREATED:20260524T173959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T173959Z
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SUMMARY:PRIDE in Unity Park!
DESCRIPTION:A family-friendly Pride celebration in Logan Square’s Unity Park.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pride-in-unity-park/
LOCATION:Unity Park\, 2636 N Kimball Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T220000
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
CREATED:20260522T031302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T031344Z
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SUMMARY:Pride South Side: Love in Action Festival
DESCRIPTION:Love in Action means economic equity\, access to health care\, and radical joy. It’s about how we show up for the South Side 365 days a year.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pride-south-side-love-in-action-festival-2/
LOCATION:DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center\, 740 E. 56th Place\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,festival,outdoor,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T220000
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
CREATED:20260523T163846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T163846Z
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SUMMARY:River City Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:River City Pride is Central Illinois’ largest LGBTQ+ celebration\, produced entirely by volunteers who believe Peoria deserves a Pride festival as big as its community. What started as a gathering of 3\,000 neighbors has grown into a 7\,500+ person festival\, a 150% increase driven by nothing but heart.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/river-city-pride-festival/
LOCATION:Peoria Riverfront\, 110 NE Water St.\, Peoria\, IL\, 61602-1322\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
CREATED:20260515T002110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T002110Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts Returns\, September 19 - 20
DESCRIPTION:The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is proud to host and produce the 21st Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts\, along Broadway\, from Belmont Ave. to Hawthorne Place\, Sept. 19 – 20\, in the heart of Lakeview\, with 150 juried artists\, family attractions\, food\, music and more. \nLakeview East is a dynamic and diversified neighborhood community rich in culture\, history and the arts. The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce collaborates closely with its local residents and business owners and is pleased to offer its neighbors and the Chicagoland area one of the premier fine art outdoor festivals. Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce has presented one of the most unique and popular art festivals in Chicagoland and is so proud to celebrate 21 years of the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts. Every aspect\, from artists to musicians to vendors and everything in between\, is specifically selected by the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce to bring the best to the heart of Lakeview and to all who visit during the Festival. \nThe official hours for the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts are Saturday\, Sept. 19 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. with additional hours for live music\, food and drink tents until 10 p.m. and Sunday\, Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Lakeview East Festival of the Arts asks for a $5 donation upon entrance\, this fee goes to supporting additional Lakeview East events and offerings. Visit LakeviewEastFestivalOfTheArts.com for more information on artists\, bands and offerings. NOTE: The performance schedule for the two stages at the 2026 Lakeview East Festival of the Arts will be available at a later date.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/annual-lakeview-east-festival-of-the-arts-returns-september-19-20/
LOCATION:North Broadway\, North Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts-and-galleries,festival,outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T220000
DTSTAMP:20260526T202118
CREATED:20260524T191422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T191422Z
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SUMMARY:Metro East Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:**SAVE THE DATE**\nMetro East Pride Festival 2026\nLove Is Louder Than Fear
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/metro-east-pride-festival/
LOCATION:Belleville\, Belleville Public Square and East Main\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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