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2024 Chicago Pride Fest Schedules

Saturday June 22nd

North Stage
Waveland Stage
South Stage

Sunday June 23rd

North Stage
Waveland Stage

Hosted by Sasha Love & Platinum Carrington

Teens & Seniors

Chicago Pride Fest - Teen Pride Space
Teen Pride Space @ Broadway & Waveland
Sat-Sun 11am-6pm

Free, Presented by Walgreens & Center on Halsted, Age 12-18

  • 1:30pm – Open Mic Performers
  • 3:00pm – Teen Drag

All Day Activities:

  • Family Area/ Refreshments
  • Face Painting
  • Button Making/ Crafts
  • Photo Booth
  • Gender Affirming Closet

Community Partners:

  • PrEP4Teens
  • PHIMC/Illinois Safe Schools Alliance,
  • Center on Halsted’s HIV/STI Testing & Prevention
  • The Hub, Curie High School GSA
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Senior Pride @ Center on Halsted 3rd floor
Sunday 12-4pm

Free, Presented by Center on Halsted, Age 55+

  • 12:00pm – Refreshments
  • 1:00pm – Lakeside Pride Strayhorns
  • 3:00pm – Sweets Table
Info: Britta Larson blarson@centeronhalsted.org
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Proud Pet Parade

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Registration
North Stage, Sun 12-12:30pm

Join Miss Foozie and Chicago’s Proudest Pet’s for the Proud Pet Parade! Free to participate.

Show off your proud pet’s best outfit!

The Proud Pet Parade will kick off at 12:30pm and head to the South Stage for the Awards Presentation.

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    Awards Presentation
    South Stage, Sun 1pm

    Fun Prizes!

    Wrigleyville Veterinary HeaderLogo.https sitecreator.nvacommunity.com Content images 202207181710219773CUG6First Place: $250 gift
    Wrigleyville Veterinary Center

     

    Lola&Bowie Logo

    2nd Place Gift from
    Lola & Bowie

     

    pawsome pet pals llc

    3rd Place gift from
    Pawsome Pet Pals

    &

    A DOGS BEST FRIEND

    additional gift from
    A Dog’s best Friend

    Event Map

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    FAQs

    Hotels

    The closest hotels and lodging will be found near the 60613 and 60657 zip codes. You may also check out options in 60640 and 60614.

    Also check out airbnb.com or VRBO.

    Public Transportation

    Due to heavy vehicle traffic, we recommend public transportation. You may research hotels near the CTA Red Line Addison or Sheridan Stations. The event is a few blocks from either.

    Buses – 8, 22, 36, 77, 80, 146, 151, 152. CTA Trip Planner

    Ride services Uber, Lyft, and taxicabs are also available and Chicago has Divvy bikes for rental.

    Event Parking

    “Pay to Park” street parking (suggestion: use the app Park Chicago) & nearby public parking lots (use a parking app like Spot Hero).

    The Chicago Pride Parade is a separately organized (non-Northalsted) event scheduled for June 30, 2024. For parade information contact info@pridechicago.org or (773) 348-8243.

    Parade Website: pridechicago.org

    The fun annual Proud Pet Parade with Miss Foozie is Sunday at 12:00pm starting from the North Stage. Register your proud pet from 12:00-12:30, then at 12:30 Miss Foozie will lead the contestants to the Winners presentation at the South Stage at 1:00pm. Prizes!

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    Look for Chicago Pride Fest: Teen Pride Space, near the Waveland & Broadway entrance, a new space for LGBTQ+ teens (age 12-18) presented by Center on Halsted & Walgreens.

    • Performances
    • Free entry
    • Socialize, Food & Drinks
    • Live DJ, Dancing
    • Games & Giveaways
    • Counseling Support

    MORE INFO – Contact info@northalsted.com to participate in the planning committee!

    • No large bags/backpacks, all bags will be inspected prior to entry.
    • No coolers or outside alcohol (clear, sealed plastic water bottles are allowed).
    • No weapons, pepper spray, or firearms.

    ADVISORY: BEWARE PICK POCKETS

    • Pick Pockets target large gatherings
    • Don’t place phone / wallet in REAR pocket / loose clothing
    • Don’t use shoulder bags / back packs that hang behind you in close quarters
    • DO use a front facing fanny pack or cross body / sling bag
    • DO use a zippered front pocket or deep front pocket
    • DO hand cover pocket areas in close quarters / crowded areas

    Attention Residents & Businesses: the City of Chicago will begin towing cars:

    (details subject to change)

    Friday festival weekend at 9:00am

    • 3733-3760 N. Halsted S
    • 800-860 W. Bradley
    • 750-820 W Waveland

    and

    • Friday festival weekend at 11:00pm
    • 3600-3733 N Halsted St

    Streets will reopen Monday after the fest at 8:00am

    No access to Halsted Street surface parking lots or parking garages beginning: 11:59pm on Friday festival weekend.

    The Whole Foods parking garage will remain open for customers, with access on Waveland west of Halsted during the festival and regular operating hours.

    Leashed dogs are welcome; owner is responsible for their well being and behavior. Leaving before 5pm is recommended. Exotic animals are not allowed.

    Contact info@northalsted.com with questions.

    During the fest:  Info, First Aid, Lost & Found will be at the festival Command Center (at 3620 N Halsted St.).

    For lost and found after the festival please contact Chicago Special Events Management at (773) 868-3010.

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