Celebrate
Pride Month
2026
Q101 and Metro by T-Mobile Stand with Chicago’s LGBTQ+ Community
We believe music brings people together and Pride Month is a powerful reminder that everyone deserves to live, love, and be heard exactly as they are.
This June, we proudly stand with LGBTQ+ listeners, celebrating the voices, creativity, and resilience that make our community stronger every day.
Pride is more than a celebration—it’s visibility, advocacy, inclusion, and connection.
// Support Pride Events in Chicago
Chicago Pride Parade
The 55th annual parade returns with the theme “Free to Be Proud,” celebrating authenticity, equality, and community.
Chicago Pride Fest
A two-day street festival in the Northalsted neighborhood featuring live music, drag performances, and more than 150 vendors.
Andersonville Midsommarfest
A beloved neighborhood festival celebrating culture, diversity, and LGBTQ+ inclusion.
From art exhibits to community gatherings, events take place across the city all month long.
Explore more Chicago Pride events on Choose Chicago →Support Pride Events in the Burbs
The Pride spirit extends far beyond downtown. Communities across the Chicago suburbs are hosting events throughout June, including:
Local Organizations Making a Difference
Q101 is proud to support organizations that serve and uplift the LGBTQ+ community year-round:
Center on Halsted
A cornerstone of Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community, providing health, wellness, and cultural programs since 1973.
PRIDEChicago
The nonprofit behind the Chicago Pride Parade and a key advocate for visibility and equality.
Northalsted Business Alliance
Supporting Chicago’s historic LGBTQ+ neighborhood and producing major events like Pride Fest.
Chi Pride (Chicago Volunteer Network)
Connecting LGBTQ+ individuals and allies through volunteerism and community outreach.
Our
Commitment
Q101 and Metro by T-Mobile are committed to amplifying LGBTQ+ voices—not just during June, but all year long.
Whether you’re attending an event, supporting local organizations, or simply showing up for someone in your life, you’re helping build a stronger, more inclusive community.
