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What Pride Month means to Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community
We want to dig deeper into the Stonewall uprising and the impact its had on Chicago. Joining us is Terrence Chappell with Pride Chicago.
CHICAGO - From the 55th annual Pride Parade to Ed Sheeran, there's something for everyone in Chicago this weekend.
Here's your guide of things to do in Chicago June 26–28.
Concerts around the Chicago area
June 26: Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind, & Fire at United Center
June 26: Martin Garrix at Huntington Bank Pavilion
June 27: Ed Sheeran at Soilder Field
June 27: Josh Groban w/ Special Guest Jennifer Hudson at Allstate Arena
June 27: Cumbiatron at House of Blues
June 27: AMERICA at The Chicago Theatre
June 28: Mike Sherm at House of Blues
Sporting events around the Chicago area
June 26–28: Chicago White Sox vs. Kansas City Royals
June 26: Chicago Sky vs. Portland Fire
June 27: World Cup - Chicago Fire FC Soccer Celebration
June 28: Chicago Sky vs. Las Vegas Aces
Theatre and comedy shows in the Chicago area
June 26–27: Comedy Hour at Annoyance Theatre
June 27: Theater of the Mind
June 27: Champions of Magic
June 27: The 8th Dwarf
June 27: Iceboy! The Musical
Other things to do June 26–28
Logan Sqaure Arts Festival
The Logan Square Arts Festival returns with two music stages, local vendors, food and drinks, plus art installations and live demonstrations Friday through Sunday.
Chicago Taco & Tequila Fest
The Chicago Taco & Tequila Fest will be taking over Wrightwood Park in Lincoln Park Friday and Saturday. The two-day festival features live music, tacos from 13 Chicagoland restaurants, plus an optional tequila tasting and/or margarita flight.
Zoo Fiesta
Lincoln Park Zoo is hosting a family-friendly celebration of Latine culture with live music, food, cultural performances, and discussions about Latin American wildlife during special after-hours access to the grounds on Friday.
Black LGBTQ+ Beach Day
Spend Saturday at 63rd Beach for the Lighthouse Foundation’s celebration of the Black LGBTQ+ community, featuring music, games, food, wellness activities, and more.
Chopin Park Summer Fest
Head to Chopin Park for a summer afternoon filled with live entertainment, diverse food offerings, local artisan shopping, and plenty of community fun on Saturday.
Navy Pier Pride
Mark Pride Month along the lakefront at Navy Pier with drag story time, live entertainment, and appearances by local LGBTQ+ performing groups, including the Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus and the Lakeside Pride Marching Band on Saturday.
West Side Workforce Development & Career Fair
Block Club and BUILD Chicago present a West Side career fair. The event will include a panel discussion, resume reviews, coaching, mock interview stations, speed networking sessions, professional headshots and more on Saturday.
5th Annual Ida B. Wells Festival
The Ida B. Wells Festival returns on Saturday with a day full of events and activities to celebrate Bronzeville and the legacy of Ida B. Wells.
Pepsi Eats Fest Chicago
Pepsi Eats Fest Chicago is taking over Big Star in Wicker Park on Saturday with free Crunch Star Supremes for the first 100 attendees, complimentary bites throughout the night, Big Star favorites available for purchase, live music and the Pepsi Challenge.
55th Annual Chicago Pride Parade
The 55th annual Chicago Pride Parade returns to the landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted neighborhood on Sunday, stepping off at 11 a.m.
5th Annual Wag N' Shop
The 5th Annual Summer Wag N’ Shop Market brings together 20 plus local small businesses, makers, artisans, bakers, and pet-friendly vendors on Sunday. Attendees can shop for everything from handmade dog treats and pet products to summer-themed portraits, artwork, and gifts.
Inaugural North Side Queer Pride Hosts Pride Weekend
The Inaugural North Side Queer Pride unites Rogers Park for a new, collaborative celebration that brings together multiple neighborhood Pride traditions into one vibrant weekend of community-centered celebration on Sunday.
"Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue" Immersive Experience
The "Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue" is an in-person, immersive, interactive adventure. Visitors will embark on an hour-long, high-stakes collective rescue mission and interactive scavenger hunt on Sunday.
Bike-A-Palooza
The 40th Ward’s Bike-a-Palooza on Sunday, brings together cycling enthusiasts for an afternoon of bike demos, e-bike test rides, and conversations with safety experts and local advocates about getting around on two wheels.