‘Free to Be Proud’: Chicago Pride Parade celebrates joy, resilience, transgender visibility Thousands gathered for Chicago's 55th annual Pride Parade on Sunday, June 28, celebrating queer joy. William Blakley, Editor-in-Chief June 28, 2026 ChicagoPride
Crowds fill Northalsted for opening day of PrideFest What began as a weekend celebration also became a conversation about community, visibility and the future of LGBTQ+ advocacy. The festival runs through Sunday, June 21, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Nico Waugh, Reporter June 20, 2026 Pride