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PRIDE EVENTS

Sunday, May 19
Workshop: Crochet Pride Flags Learning to craft your own pride flags, Intro to crochet. All supplies will be provided. Come empty-handed and leave with all your pride flag-crafting tools and knowledge.  7:00pm   Early to Bed  5044 N Clark St Chicago  https://www.early2bed.com/copy-of-workshop-crochet-pride-flags.html?mc_cid=9306134ac9&mc_eid=2de255f594


Sunday, Jun 2
Equality Illinois 2024 Pride Brunch Kick-Off Help Equality Illinois fight back against hate and protect the rights of LGBTQ+ Illinoisans … and all with Pride!  11:30pm - 1:30pm   Venue West, 221 N. Paulina St.  Tickets: https://secure.everyaction.com/leadPPpCl0Gez0fIXPcKGg2?emci=26751512-7d03-ef11-96f3-7c1e521b07f9&emdi=27bb5de3-cc03-ef11-96f3-7c1e521b07f9&ceid=2300241


Saturday, Jun 8
Artemis Singers Pride Concert and Dance Never Doubt: We Are Here Artemis Singers Pride Concert and Dance  7:00pm   First Congregational Church of Evanston UCC, 1445 Hinman Ave, Evanston  Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/never-doubt-we-are-here-artemis-singers-pride-concert-and-dance


Saturday, Jun 22
23rd annual Chicago Pridefest Two-day street festival on June 22-23, a celebration of LGBTQ+ life, culture and community in Chicago's landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted neighborhood. Three stages, a Youth Pride Space for teens, best of Chicago drag performance, the Proud Pet Parade with prizes, dance exhibitions, Chicago Gay Men's Chorus, guest speakers and over 150 food and merchandise vendors  11:00am - 10:00pm   Northalsted on Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St.  https://northalsted.com/main-events/chicago-pride-fest/


Saturday, Jun 29
Pride North Chicago Chicago's largest north-side neighborhood Pride dance party taking place each year in June. DJs, vendors live entertainment. June 28, 29, 30.  9:00am - 9:00pm   Morse & Glenwood Ave.


Saturday, Jul 6
6th annual Pride South Side Festival Theme: The Right to Pride. The legacy of the LGBTQI+ Community is at the front of advocacy, culture, and leadership. Performances, activations, and opportunities to learn more about the roles of the Black, Latinx, and LGBTQI+ voting rights and elections in public policy.  11:00am - 9:00pm   DuSable Museum  40 E 56th Pl Chicago  https://www.pridesouthside.org/

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  BREAKING More Chicago Pride Parade cuts: City proposal removes Uptown from parade route

The Chicago Pride Parade's route could be scaled back this year amid a series of changes to the celebration that also include downsizing its number of participants by 37%. City officials unveiled their proposal for the ...


 
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  BREAKING Mayor's LGBTQ+ Advisory Council says it was not consulted on Pride Parade cuts

Members of the mayor's Advisory Council on LGBTQ+ Issues are calling for new restrictions on the Chicago Pride Parade to be removed, claiming community groups weren't consulted before the city made the decision to downsize this ...


 
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  Chicago organizations call for Chicago Pride Parade's return to full capacity, more meaningful engagement

--From a press release

Statement: Members of the Mayor's Advisory Council on LGBTQ+ Affairs, the Chicago Pride Parade Organizers, and supporting organizations call on Mayor Brandon Johnson to promptly restore the 2024 Chicago Pride Parade to its original capacity. The ...


 
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  JoJo Siwa and Sapphira Cristal among Chicago Pride Fest headliners in June

--From a press release

Natasha Bedingfield, JoJo Siwa, Sapphira Cristál, Bob the Drag Queen, Amber Riley and Empress Of are headlining this year's Chicago Pride Fest®, taking place June 22nd and 23rd in the city's landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted community. Other ...


 
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  Chicago Pride Parade downsizing: Politicians, corporations most affected, but private schools could still be in

Nearly 100 groups are on the waitlist to be in this year's Chicago Pride Parade after city officials mandated the annual event be cut by almost 40 percent. The waitlist for the June 30 parade includes ...


 
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  Chicago Pride Parade smaller this year amid 'safety and logistical' concerns

The Chicago Pride Parade is downsizing this year due to 'safety and logistical' concerns brought on by the city. The parade, which is set for June 30, will be capped at 125 entries, said Tim Frye, ...


 
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  Blackhawks celebrate Pride Night

On March 26, the Chicago Blackhawks held its annual Pride Night at the United Center. The home team defeated the Calgary Flames 3-1 as Jason Dickinson scored twice and Petr Mrazek made 38 saves for the ...


 
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  Chicago Fire FC announces 2024 theme nights; Pride Night will be June 1

--From a press release

CHICAGO (Jan. 18, 2024) — Chicago Fire FC announced the club's theme nights for select home matches during the 2024 regular season, driven by Carvana. The Club's 2024 calendar features 11 theme nights, including the return ...


 




An ever growing collection of Pride Photos dating back decades.


Aurora's 1st Pride Parade draws thousands   2018


Milwaukee Pride to feature Danica Roem   2018


T.G.I.F. pride marks second year   2013


BLACK PRIDE DJ Power   2003


Equality Illinois brunch ushers in Pride Month   2018


Aurora's 1st Pride Parade draws thousands   2018


More Pride photo coverage   2003


Pride North photos   2015



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