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SUMMARY:Northalsted Market Days
DESCRIPTION:The Northalsted Business Alliance is thrilled to announce the return of this year’s Northalsted Market Days® with 4 stages featuring headliners Keri Hilson\, Daya; Northbrook’s own JORDY; Dawn Richard; comedian Jessica Kirson and Myki Meeks\, current winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race\, will take the stage on August 7-9 in the iconic Northalsted neighborhood between Addison and Belmont. \nOther artists appearing include Broadway and reality TV sensation Frankie Grande\, Cain Culto\, Ric Wilson; Grant Knoche\, Cure For Paranoia\, Sizzy Rocket\, Kameron Ross\, Sarah Potenza and prominent Peloton instructor and singer Camila Ramón. \nThe excitement continues with International DJs and producers Dan Slater\, Orel Sabag\, Deanne\, Liza Rodriguez\, Chris Cox\, Ed Wood\, Dawna Montell and Jeremy Dava. In addition\, local favorites Sixteen Candles\, Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute\, Too Much Molly Band are returning plus many more. \nThe complete schedule will be released soon. \nMarket Days kick off Friday\, August 7th from 5:00 p.m-10 p.m. and continues Saturday\, Aug 8 and Sunday\, August 9 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. \nFor decades\, this iconic festival has been woven into the vibrant cultural fabric of Chicago\, attracting visitors from around the world to celebrate the unmistakable energy and pride of Northalsted\, the historic heart of Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community. This year’s celebration promises to carry on that tradition in spectacular fashion with an electrifying lineup of live entertainment and more than 300 LGBTQ+ vendors\, featuring delicious food and drinks\, talented local artisans\, unique merchants\, and impactful nonprofit organizations.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/northalsted-market-days-2/2026-08-10/
LOCATION:Northalsted neighborhood
CATEGORIES:day-party,festival,market,outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T140000
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SUMMARY:Chicago Cares 35th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Cares knows how to have fun while making an impact. Our upcoming 35th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday\, July 18\, from 11 AM-2 PM at Ogden (Williams) Park\, will be no exception. This event is open to the public and free of charge. \nWe invite all of Chicagoland to join us in celebrating 35 years of volunteer service\, civic action and community-building in Chicago. The site of our Anniversary Celebration features the Ogden Park Mosaic Mural\, a collaboration between Ogden Park\, Green Star Movement and Chicago Cares\, The Mural highlights the past\, present and future of Ogden Park\, and is part of Chicago Cares’ placemaking initiative that engages public art to bring people together in community. \nEvent Highlights: \n–> Chicago Cares 35th Anniversary Celebration\, with a bounce house\, DJ\, food trucks\, the iconic Rainbow Cone and a service project \n–> Ribbon-cutting for a brand-new mosaic mural in Ogden Park\, designed in collaboration with Ogden Park\, Green Star Movement and Chicago Cares \n–> Brief Reflections from Chicago Cares CEO Rosie Drumgoole\, Ogden Park Supervisor David Bailey and Professional Boxer Kenneth Sims Jr.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-cares-35th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Ogden (Williams) Park\, 6500 S Racine Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60636\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T220000
DTSTAMP: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:20260705T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T220000
DTSTAMP:20260702T151815Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T151815Z
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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:20260703T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T210000
DTSTAMP:20260702T153120Z
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SUMMARY:AMPLIFY 2026 Black Queer Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:THE MIXER Friday\, July 3rd 7-9pm | The weekend kicks off with a pre-show mixer inviting Black queer DJs\, producers\, and space makers to exchange stories and resources on the Center on Halsted’s rooftop deck. Featuring opening sets by DJs Rulito & Nxt Lvl\, the mixer provides an intimate opportunity to get to know past and present AMPLIFY cohorts and form new connections within our Black queer creative ecosystem. \nTHE SHOWCASE Sunday\, July 5th 3-9pm | The festival’s main event takes over the Center’s third floor terrace with two simultaneous stages. Our stacked line-up includes local stars: Adonia\, Bonita Appleblunt\, Cobra B\, Dyaspara\, Harlem Masimba\, Love Marie\, Mobeethicc\, Ndulgnce\, Petty\, and Sukigeez. Powered by Red Bull\, we’re honored to host Houston’s HYPERFEMME for a high-energy headlining set to close out the night. \nAMPLIFY 2026 also highlights local community organizations serving Chicago’s Black\, LGBTQ+ community in a resource fair. Vendors include Jem Junkies tooth gems and grillz\, and a custom photobooth by Tonal Simmons. \nTickets benefit the Center on Halsted and PG’s Black queer mutual aid mission. Please note that RSVP and/or tickets do not guarantee entry in the case we reach venue capacity. Event entry constitutes consent to be photographed and filmed for event storytelling and promotion. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video\, please notify one of the event organizers\, photographers\, or videographers.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/amplify-2026-black-queer-music-festival/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T223000
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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. \n22nd 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-2/
LOCATION:Cheetah Gym Parking Lot\, 5248 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,dance-dj,festival,outdoor,pride
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T143000
DTSTAMP: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;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTSTAMP: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:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T150000
DTSTAMP: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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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTSTAMP:20260524T191330Z
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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;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTSTAMP:20260523T164221Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T075613Z
CREATED:20260523T075613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T075613Z
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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;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T220000
DTSTAMP:20260311T223259Z
CREATED:20260311T223223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T223259Z
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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-2/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Northalsted neighborhood
CATEGORIES:festival,outdoor,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260507T024328Z
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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:20260620T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T212245Z
CREATED:20260523T212245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T212245Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T164700Z
CREATED:20260523T164700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T164700Z
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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:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T212012Z
CREATED:20260523T212012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T212012Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T164622Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T214028Z
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:20260614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260521T140107Z
CREATED:20260521T140107Z
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SUMMARY:Andersonville Midsommarfest
DESCRIPTION:Admission is a $10 suggested donation. 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.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/andersonville-midsommarfest/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Andersonville neighborhood
CATEGORIES:festival,outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734Z
CREATED:20260523T154734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T154734Z
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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:20260614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T214549Z
CREATED:20260523T214549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T214549Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T215023Z
CREATED:20260523T214943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T215023Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T220000
DTSTAMP:20260523T215210Z
CREATED:20260523T215210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T215210Z
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SUMMARY:Woodstock PrideFest Pub Crawl
DESCRIPTION:🍻🏳️‍🌈 Woodstock Pride Pub Crawl is BACK! 🏳️‍🌈🍻 \nGather your crew\, throw on something fabulous\, and hit the Square for one of Pride weekend’s favorite traditions — the Woodstock Pride Pub Crawl! \nWhether you’re rolling in with longtime friends\, your favorite chaos gremlin\, your partner\, or showing up solo ready to meet new people\, this night is all about fun\, connection\, great drinks\, and celebrating Pride together. \n🎟 Every ticket includes:\n✨ 2 drink tokens\n✨ Access to all participating crawl stops\n✨ A night packed with laughs\, music\, selfies\, dancing\, and unforgettable stories \nPLUS — the FIRST 250 ticket holders will receive exclusive Woodstock Pride swag\, so grab your tickets early before the goodies disappear! \n🌟 NEW THIS YEAR — The Social Stroll Session! 🌟 \nFlying solo? New in town? Looking to make some new friends without awkwardly wandering into bars alone? We’ve got you covered. \nWe’re adding a special guided Pub Crawl session designed for singles\, solo attendees\, and anyone wanting an instant friend group for the evening. \n🕡 Social Stroll Check-in begins at 6:30 PM\n🚶 Group heads out together at 6:45 PM sharp\n🎟 Limited to just 20 participants\n✨ Select the “Special Session” ticket option when registering \nExpect icebreakers\, laughs\, built-in conversation starters\, and a ready-made crew to crawl the Square together. Maybe you’ll leave with a new bestie\, trivia teammate\, brunch buddy\, future date\, or just legendary stories. \nDress up. Be bold. Be sparkly. Be weird. Be you.\nThis is your sign to wear the outfit that’s been waiting for its moment. \nJust remember — have fun\, but maybe not too much fun… because we’ve still got a parade and festival the next morning and we’d really love for everyone to survive the weekend with us. 😉 \nCome for the drinks. Stay for the community. Leave with memories. \nConfirmed Locations:\nBenton Street Tap\nThe Cabin\nOrtmann’s Red Iron Tavern\nSquire on the Square\nLiquid Blues\nWoodstock Opera House\nKellerHaus – Downstairs of the BratHaus\nMore being added soon
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/woodstock-pridefest-pub-crawl/
LOCATION:Woodstock Square Historic District\, 123 E. Van Buren St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098-3201\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,happy-hour,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T220000
DTSTAMP:20260522T035111Z
CREATED:20260522T035111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T035111Z
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SUMMARY:Pride At The Plaza
DESCRIPTION:Get here! In AURORA\, IL.\, it’s time to “Turn Up The Lights”\nGet ready to light up the night for the most spectacular\, high-energy Pride celebration downtown Aurora has ever seen! Millennium Plaza is transforming into an electric\, pulsating festival of love\, identity\, and community that you have to experience to believe. \nIf you’ve ever wanted to see the “City of Lights” truly shine\, this is the night. \nWe are bringing you a nighttime experience that is going to be EPIC. We’re talking about a lineup of absolutely STOCKED performers ready to blow your mind and keep the energy bright! Do not miss your chance to be part of history. \nThis is an official event proudly presented by the City of Aurora’s LGBTQ+ Advisory Board. Let’s show the world how Aurora shines!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pride-at-the-plaza/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:festival,outdoor,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T210000
DTSTAMP:20260611T150935Z
CREATED:20260522T044450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T150935Z
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SUMMARY:Dixon Pride Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 13th we LIGHT UP Dixon with all things queer and joyous!!!!! \nWe have an AMAZING day planned\, as it’s our 5th year!!!! \nAnd our VERY SPECIAL GUEST from RuPaul’s Drag Race season 5\, we welcome THE ONE AND ONLY\, COCO MONTRESE!!!!!! \nAnd a crowd favorite\, from the Boulet Brothers Dragula season 6\, and local drag icon to the Rockford area\, it’s AUNTIE HEROINE!!! \nWe have SICKENING performances by Bentley Balenciaga\, the dancing divo themselves\, Apollo Summers\, the gorgeous Akasha Voyer and Barbara Busch Light as your hostess with the mostest!!! \nAlso returning\, is our DRAG BATTLES where you can find Honey B Trinidad\, Tristan Randall\, and more\, BATTLE IT OUT for the title of the LIPSYNC ASSASSIN for Dixon Pride!!!! \nJam out with DJ Wayne and the always fantastic Alisabeth Von Pressley\, visit our variety of merchant vendors\, and grab delicious food and drink from our food vendors. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/dixon-pride-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Page Park\, 465 Page Drive\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,dance-dj,drag,festival,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260522T044739Z
CREATED:20260522T044739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T044739Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan City Pride Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Michigan City Pride 2026! \nWe’re offering a day of fun festivities for all ages\, delicious food vendors\, art and activities for our youth\, music by local and regional artists\, and a family friendly drag show at 6pm. \nJoin Michigan City Pride for our 7th year! \nThis event is free to the public\, but parking fees may apply to park in Washington Park.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/michigan-city-pride-fest/
LOCATION:Guy Foreman Amphitheatre\, 115 Lake Shore Drive\, Michigan City\, IN\, 46360\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T190000
DTSTAMP:20260524T173836Z
CREATED:20260524T173812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T173836Z
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SUMMARY:Richland County Pride Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 3rd annual Pride festival at Rotary Park (5299 E Kiwanis Rd) in Olney\, IL! We’ll have food and drink vendors\, arts and craft vendors\, live entertainment\, children games\, and lots of fun things to check out!!! We can’t wait to see you there!!!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/richland-county-pride-fest/
LOCATION:Rotary Park\, 5299 E. Kiwanis Road\, Olney\, IL\, 62450\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T050328Z
CREATED:20260522T050328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T050328Z
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SUMMARY:Vermilion County Pridefest
DESCRIPTION:Free admission\, vendors\, entertainment\, good vibes and good gays
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/vermilion-county-pridefest/
LOCATION:Ellsworth Park\, 100 W. Ellsworth St.\, Danville\, IL\, 61832\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T044852Z
CREATED:20260522T044852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T044852Z
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SUMMARY:Ottawa Family Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us in beautiful downtown Ottawa\, Illinois\, in the heart of the Illinois Valley\, for the Ottawa Family Pride Festival. Our 5th year will feature vendors\, artists\, food\, live music\, Celebrity drag queens\, crafts\, activities\, and our Annual John Fisher Dann Memorial Pride Parade!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/ottawa-family-pride-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, Washington Park and Jordan Block\, Ottawa\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,outdoor,pride
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