Celebrate the LGBTQ+ community in Chicago and in the arts with this diverse lineup of concerts, events, shows, and more!
Brokeback Mountain
Through 6/28: Chicago Shakespeare Theater, from $65
The Academy-Award winning movie comes to life on stage for a limited time only. Directed by Jonathan Butterell, this rendition features a live country western band, plus Harrison Ball (former principal dancer at the New York City Ballet) as Ennis Del Mar and Jack Cameron Kay (Netflix’s Boots, Club Kid) as Jack Twist.
Out Loud: A Pride Cabaret
6/18: The Den Theatre, from $31
The Glendenning Theatre Company presents their annual Pride Cabaret, kicking off a 2026-2027 season of variety shows.
50+ Pride Celebration
6/20: The Closet, from $25
Enjoy a night out exclusively for those over the age of 50, complete with snacks, activities, and music by DJ Gloria.
Chicago Pride Fest
6/20-6/21: Northalsted District, suggested donation $20
Chicago’s historic LGBTQ+ district kicks off their annual Pride festival with three stages, multi-disciplinary artists, food, vendors, and more.
Queer as Folk: Puppet Cabaret
6/21: Color Club Ballroom, from $5
Puppets, street performers, and slam poetry artists combine for a colorful showcase at the Color Club Ballroom.
Teresa Trull and Barbara Higbie: Reunion
6/24: Copernicus Center, from $40
Two lesbian music icons from the 1980s reunite on stage to celebrate their brand new, joint CD release. Chicagoan and multi-instrumentalist Jeannie Tanner opens up the show.
Sounds of Pride 2026
6/26: Roger’s Park Social, from $15
Chicago Fringe Opera’s annual Pride show features intimate performances by cast members, brand new music from Chicago composer Matthew Recio, and light bites.
Miss Foozie’s Proud Pet Parade – Pride Fest 2025. (Photo: Ken Brown)
Songs of Pride
6/26: Old Town School of Folk Music, from $15
OTS teacher and performing artist Shelley Miller hosts a song circle celebrating the songs and stories of queer artists. Bring an instrument to jam!
Navy Pier Parade
6/27: Navy Pier, free
The annual culmination of Pride month at Navy Pier features live music, dancing, fireworks, and more.
Darling Pride: Block Party
6/27: 1744 W Balmoral Ave, free
Cocktail bar Nobody’s Darling presents a family-friendly block party from 3:00-8:00 pm, featuring music, food, and other fun events.
Bertha: Grateful Drag
6/27: Gallagher Way, from $20
Wrigleyville welcomes a drag-themed Grateful Dead tribute band, clown performances, Chicago rock bands, and more.
Chicago Pride Parade
6/28: Lakeview and Lincoln Park neighborhood, free
For more than 50 years, Chicago’s North side Pride Parade has been a highlight of June. Close out the month with a historic celebration spanning multiple blocks.
Pride Book Celebration
6/30: Uptown, free
Bring your favorite Pride-themed book and get new recommendations from the CPL Uptown branch.
Pride South Side: Love in Action
7/5: DuSable Black History Museum, free
Chicago’s iconic DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center hosts its 8th annual festival celebrating queer artists and musicians of color.
