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SUMMARY:Pride Market
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday of Pride Weekend\, Reformed School invited you to the L1 Retail Store Pride Market. \nPRIDE MARKET is a celebration of living out loud\, honoring the vibrant\, unapologetic history of Queer culture and celebrating the community of those that are building Queer space right here on the South Side. \nIt is a day of joy that extends beyond just a place to shop. \nIncredible LGBTQIA+ owned small businesses will showcase the hustle\, creativity\, and diversity of Queer entrepreneurs. \nL1 will also be partnering with vital local Queer organizations that keep our community supported and grounded. \nCome out to dance\, shop Queer-owned\, and celebrate Black and Brown Queer culture—because Pride on the South Side hits differently–it’s always better when we show up together!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pride-market/
LOCATION:L1 Retail Store\, 319 E. Garfield Blvd.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:market,pride
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SUMMARY:Slay the Lake Pride Book Fest
DESCRIPTION:Slay the Lake presents Chicago Pride Book Fest\, an all ages event featuring 30+ Queer authors and vendors at Soundgrowler Brewing Co. in Tinley Park on Saturday\, June 27\, 2026 12PM-5PM. This is a multi-genre indoor/outdoor event. Celebrate pride and get your books signed by LGBTQIA+ authors while enjoying great food and drinks. Everyone is welcome! \nFollow @slaythelake and see ChicagoPrideBookFest.com for our list of attending authors.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-pride-book-fest/
LOCATION:Soundgrowler Brewing Co.\, 8201 183rd St.\, Suite P\, Tinley Park\, IL\, 60487\, United States
CATEGORIES:literary-poetry,market,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T120000
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SUMMARY:56th Anniversary of the First Pride Rally and March
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the first Pride March in the World and held in Chicago
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/56th-anniversary-of-the-first-pride-rally-and-march/
LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, Bughouse Square\, Clark and Walton\, Chicago\, IL\, 110\, United States
CATEGORIES:outdoor,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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184319Z
CREATED:20260429T044742Z
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SUMMARY:Proud to Run Chicago + ChiPride Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Help support Proud to Run! ChiPride will be organizing the finishing table to greet runners as they finish the race. We will prepare sports drinks\, hand out snacks and assist with medals/certificates for the runners. \nProud to Run is a charity event featuring 5K/10K run/walks along Chicago’s lakefront\, held since 1982 to celebrate Pride Week\, promote fitness\, and support LGBTQ+ community organizations.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/proud-to-run-chicago-chipride-volunteering/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:outdoor,pride,sports-recreation,wellness
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTSTAMP:20260524T191330Z
CREATED: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:20260626T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T020000
DTSTAMP:20260625T191251Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Pride Kickoff & All White Party!
DESCRIPTION:Kick off Chicago Pride Weekend the right way — dressed to impress\, surrounded by community\, and celebrating love\, freedom\, and unapologetic queer joy. 🏳️‍🌈✨ \nWe’re turning Bassline into an All-White Pride Party takeover — two floors\, two DJs\, one unforgettable night. Expect nonstop energy as we celebrate pride with the sounds you love: Hip-Hop • R&B • Trap • House • Reggae — all night long. \nALL WHITE is recommended\, not required. \nDJs: DJ Chifeel & DJ Darryl Garcon \nHosted by Trina TruLuv and Pooda FreeSmoke \n📍 Bassline | 2239 S. Michigan Avenue \n🕙 10PM–2AM \n🚗 Limited parking available on Michigan Avenue after 22nd Street. \n🚕 Uber/Lyft highly recommended. \nCome ready to show up and show out!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-pride-kickoff-all-white-party/
LOCATION:Bassline\, 2239 S. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T223000
DTSTAMP:20260625T191040Z
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SUMMARY:Improvised Romantasy: PRIDE! at iO Theater
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pride Weekend with Chicago’s favorite unscripted love story! Improvised Romantasy is turning up the heat\, the drama\, and the camp for a completely queer\, completely improvised fantasy epic. Will a fierce sapphire dragon-shifter finally choose their fated royal mate? Will the brooding\, morally gray assassin finally confess their feelings under the starry night sky? You hold the quill. Give us your favorite queer romance tropes\, and our cast will weave a feature-length\, magical romance right before your eyes. Grab your crown\, bring your pride\, and prepare for a night of magic\, laughter\, and a guaranteed happily-ever-after!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/improvised-romantasy-pride-at-io-theater/
LOCATION:iO Theater\, 1501 N Kingsbury\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T040000
DTSTAMP:20260430T034220Z
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SUMMARY:The Pub - All White Gay Pride Kick Off
DESCRIPTION:THE JEFFERY PUB ALL WHITE CHICAGO GAY PRIDE KICK OFF DJ LIL MAN & HOST TRINA TRULUV POWERED BY CHICAGO URBAN PRIDE WE HAVE A FULL WEEKEND OF EVENTS CHICAGO GAY PRIDE WEEKEND FRIDAY JUNE 26TH – SUNDAY JUNE 28TH
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-pub-all-white-gay-pride-kick-off/
LOCATION:Jeffery Pub\, 7041 S. Jeffery\, CHICAGO\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T223000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160442Z
CREATED:20260430T034959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160442Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Pride All-White Yacht Party & After Party!
DESCRIPTION:Kick off Chicago Pride Weekend the right way—sailing through the city for an unforgettable All-White Yacht Party on the river! 🌈🚢✨ \nStep aboard the Anita Dee II for a high-energy cruise across 3 levels with 3 DJs bringing nonstop vibes all night. Whether you’re posted on the upper deck catching skyline views or turning up on the dance floor\, this is your moment to show up and show out. \nHosted by: Trina TruLuv & Pooda FreeSmoke \nBeats by: DJ TayLuv\, DJ Darryl Garcon & DJ Jukie ThaKidd \nAll-White attire is recommended\, not required. \nDock + Cruise Details \nMeet us: DuSable Harbor\, 200 N. Breakwater Access\, Chicago\, IL\nBoarding: 6:00 PM\nDeparture: 6:30 PM (sharp)\nReturn: 10:30 PM\n🚗 Parking: Limited parking available at XXX location. Uber or Lyft is highly recommended. \n🎉 After Party (Included!) \nWhen we dock\, the night keeps going—immediately after at Bassline\, 2239 S. Michigan Avenue. Just show your wristband at the door and you’re in. \nPull up ready to celebrate Chicago Pride! 🥂🌈
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-pride-all-white-yacht-party-after-party/
LOCATION:Anita Dee Yacht Charters\, 200 N. Breakwater Access\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:cruise,dance-dj,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T041409Z
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SUMMARY:"Iceboy!" Pride Night Out at The Goodman
DESCRIPTION:We’re kicking off Pride Weekend at The Goodman! Celebrate community\, creativity and connection with a vibrant pre-show party and discounted tickets to the world-premiere musical comedy Iceboy!—starring Emmy Award-winners Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman. Join us in Goodman’s main lobbies for: live music by DJ Rae Chardonnay\, pre-show bar discounts\, light bites and a welcoming space to connect with friends and allies. Then experience Iceboy!—a hilarious\, high-energy story set in 1938 New York City\, where Broadway’s brightest star adopts a 40\,000-year-old Neanderthal who becomes an overnight sensation. \nTickets are $70 for the pre-show party and 7:30pm performance of Iceboy! with code PRIDE. \nEnter code PRIDE in the “Have a Code” field on the next age before proceeding to check out. Not valid on previously purchased tickets or in combination with other offers.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/iceboy-pride-night-out-at-the-goodman/
LOCATION:Goodman Theater\, 170 N Dearborn St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:pride,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T075613Z
CREATED: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:20260626T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T223000
DTSTAMP:20260524T182159Z
CREATED:20260524T182159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T182159Z
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SUMMARY:All White Gay Pride Kick Off Yacht
DESCRIPTION:A white affair Gay Pride kick off event on the water of Chicago downtown area event on the Anita Dee 2
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/all-white-gay-pride-kick-off-yacht/
LOCATION:Anita Dee 2\, 200 N. Breakwater\, Chicago\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:cruise,dance-dj,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T210000
DTSTAMP:20260625T190922Z
CREATED:20260524T181114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T190922Z
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SUMMARY:Pride Week Navy Pier Skyline Sessions feat. Renee Goust\, The Braided Janes\, Wiliana Veras
DESCRIPTION:MUSAS is back with a special stage takeover at Navy Pier! \nJoin us for Pride at the Pier at Navy Pier’s Wave Wall Stage (600 E. Grand Ave.\, Chicago) — located at the base of the iconic architectural Wave Wall stairs. \nCurated by The Braided Janes as part of Navy Pier’s Skyline Sessions\, this powerful evening of music features headliner Renee Goust alongside Chicago’s own The Braided Janes and Wiliana Veras. \nRooted in celebration\, resistance\, and community\, this women- and LGBTQ+-fronted showcase highlights the vibrant diversity and artistry thriving within our communities. \nPerforming Artists\nThe Braided Janes are an internationally acclaimed bilingual trio blending post-punk energy with tropi-alt rock influences. Recognized by NPR\, PBS\, and Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Relations\, the Chicago-based band creates music rooted in movement\, identity\, and cultural connection. \nWiliana Veras is a Dominican-American singer-songwriter whose soulful blend of Afro-Caribbean rhythms\, jazz\, folk\, and alternative influences creates an intimate yet powerful sound deeply connected to storytelling\, ancestry\, and healing. \nHeadliner Renee Goust is an award-winning queer Mexican singer-songwriter known for her fearless fusion of regional Mexican music\, folk\, and social activism. Through humor\, vulnerability\, and unapologetic authenticity\, her music champions LGBTQ+ visibility and social justice. \nAs MUSAS celebrates 5 years in the making\, this event marks the beginning of an even bigger vision to uplift women\, LGBTQ+\, and multicultural artists through music\, art\, and community-centered programming. \nThank you for supporting our programming — and stay tuned for what’s next. \ndetails at\nhttps://linktr.ee/TheBraidedJanes
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pride-week-navy-pier-skyline-sessions-feat-renee-goust-the-braided-janes-wiliana-veras/
LOCATION:The Burlington\, 3425 W. Fullerton Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T073056Z
CREATED:20260523T073056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T073056Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Pride Celebration with Chicago Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a celebration of Queer Chicago Icons. Celebrate Pride month while learning about LGBTQ+ Chicagoans’ contributions to art\, history and culture. \nFor all ages.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-pride-celebration-with-chicago-public-library/
LOCATION:West Pullman Branch of Chicago Public Library\, 830 W. 119th St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60643\, United States
CATEGORIES:literary-poetry,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T074614Z
CREATED:20260523T074318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T074614Z
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SUMMARY:Reel Queer STI & Film Screening (Pride Month Edition): But I'm a Cheerleader (1999)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a screening of But I’m a Cheerleader (1999) and STI testing in celebration of Pride month! \nNatasha Lyonne gets her rah-rahs out in a kicky comedy about a teen whose parents believe is gay. They send her to an agency that reprograms those confused about sexual identity. But once she’s there\, Megan begins to appreciate how the other half lives. \n© Lions Gate Films\, Inc. | 85 minutes | Rated R \nDoors: 5:30 p.m. \nFilm begins: 6:00 p.m. \nProject VIDA will be on-site to provide no-cost STI testing (in a private room)\, harm reduction supplies\, and information about the resources they provide to LGBTQIA+ and HIV+ individuals.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/reel-queer-sti-film-screening-pride-month-edition-but-im-a-cheerleader-1999/
LOCATION:Little Village Branch of Chicago Public Library\, 2311 S. Kedzie Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60623\, United States
CATEGORIES:film,pride,wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T220000
DTSTAMP:20260526T031413Z
CREATED:20260524T170123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T031413Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Women's Pride Social
DESCRIPTION:A Queer Women’s Pride Kickoff Event Curated by Clandestina Chicago and DJ Gloria Celebrate the start of Pride week in style
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/queer-womens-pride-social/
LOCATION:Beatnik West Town\, 1604 W. Chicago Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,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:20260620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260523T155320Z
CREATED:20260523T155320Z
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SUMMARY:The River City Pride Pageant
DESCRIPTION:The wait is over\, divas! Get ready to gag because we are officially hosting the FIRST (at least in quite a while) River City Pride Pageant! We aren’t just crowning royalty; we’re starting a legacy. \nWhether you’re serving body\, face\, or pure talent\, the stage is yours. From the icons to the up-and-comers\, we want to see EVERY gender expression and age represented! \n👑 The Tea:\n* When: Saturday\, June 20th\n* Where: The Space at 1208\, Peoria Heights\n* Doors: 6 PM | Showtime: 7 PM\n* Cover: $5 (Support your local Pride!) \n🎤 Your Hosts:\nThe legendary Artemisia VanHo & Gardenia! \n🌟 Be Part of Year ONE:\nThink you have what it takes to be our first Mr.\, Miss\, or Mx?\n* Categories: Presentation\, Formal Wear\, Q&A\, and Talent.\n* Entry: $50 (Deadline 6 PM day of)\n* Register: PM Mae Daye for your official packet! \nDon’t just watch history—be the one making it. See you there\, gorgeous!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-river-city-pride-pageant/
LOCATION:The Space at 1208\, 1208 E. Durya Ave.\, Peoria Heights\, IL\, 61616-6432\, United States
CATEGORIES:burlesque-boylesque,cabaret,culinary,drag,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260507T024328Z
CREATED:20260507T024218Z
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:20260620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260522T045346Z
CREATED:20260522T045312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T045346Z
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SUMMARY:Southside Pride 🏳️‍🌈
DESCRIPTION:Hall of fame Stud4life organization will be having its 4th free event at the wild blossom Meadery and winery there will be food music prizes and just a rainbow good time.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/southside-pride-%f0%9f%8f%b3%ef%b8%8f%f0%9f%8c%88/
LOCATION:9030 S Hermitage Av\, 9030 S Hermitage Av\, Chicago\, IL\, 60620\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20260620T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T233000
DTSTAMP:20260618T161345Z
CREATED:20260523T000327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T161345Z
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SUMMARY:Lesbian Social Club Pride Fest Takeover
DESCRIPTION:The Lesbian Social Club is taking over D.S. Tequila for an ALL-DAY PRIDE FEST experience packed with music\, drinks\, dancing\, and beautiful people. \n🗓 Saturday\, June 20\n⏰ 3PM–12AM\n📍D.S. Tequila\n🎧 Chicago’s hottest lesbian DJs \nFrom daylight to late night… we outside. 🥂
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lesbian-social-club-pride-fest-takeover/
LOCATION:D.S. Tequila\, 3352 N Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T212821Z
CREATED:20260523T212821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T212821Z
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SUMMARY:All My Relations Pride Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Trickster Cultural Center presents the 2026 All My Relations Celebration of Pride Month.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/all-my-relations-pride-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Trickster Cultural Center\, 190 S. Roselle Road\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60193\, United States
CATEGORIES:pride
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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
CREATED:20260523T164622Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20260618T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T040000
DTSTAMP:20260409T063404Z
CREATED:20260409T063404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T063404Z
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SUMMARY:SparkleBooty
DESCRIPTION:Get your Chicago PrideFest weekend off to an amazing start at SparkleBooty\, our Charlie’s Chicago takeover! On Thursday\, June 18th starting at 10pm the daring DOGGPOUND duo will keep your 🍑booty🍑 shaking all night while Charlie’s House Queens Pixel and Bella DeBalle entertain you with their ✨sparkling✨ personalities.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/sparklebooty/
LOCATION:Charlie’s Chicago\, 3726 North Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180348Z
CREATED:20260523T213426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T180348Z
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SUMMARY:Carol Stream Pride Concert (An ABBA Salute)
DESCRIPTION:📅 Thursday\, June 18 (Pride Concert) – Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute\n📍 Ross Ferraro Carol Stream Town Center\n960 N. Gary Ave.\, Carol Stream\, IL 60188\n🍽️ Food concessions 6:00p.m. – 8:30 p.m.\n🎤 Show 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. \nDancing Queen: An ABBA Salute brings the music of ABBA to the stage with a setlist of well-known songs spanning the group’s career. As a widely recognized tribute act in the Midwest\, the group performs an extensive repertoire of ABBA’s most popular hits\, brought to life through detailed costumes and choreography that reflect ABBA’s signature style and invite audiences to sing and dance along.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/carol-stream-pride-concert-an-abba-salute/
LOCATION:Ross Ferraro Carol Stream Town Center\, 960 Gary Ave.\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,pride
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