Celebrating Pride Month 2025
Happy Pride Month 48th Ward! From the Stonewall riots of 1969 which were led by Black Trans women, to the legalization of gay marriage in 2015, to everything else in between and beyond, Pride has been a celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community, and a protest against anyone who would have us keep our true colors hidden.
Now more than ever, it's important that we come together in community and solidarity in the face of an federal administration that is actively dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion. They would like to see decades of LGBTQIA+ progress undone; we will continue working to see it protected and carried forward for future generations. As the first queer Filipina to serve on the Chicago City Council, I'm honored to celebrate Pride 2025 with you as your alderwoman. I look forward to continuing our work to protect and uplift our most vulnerable neighbors.
Read on for ways to get involved this month; Thank you to the many organizations that have come together to offer Pride education and engagement opportunities!
Yours in Community,
Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth
48th Ward Alderwoman
Daley Plaza Pride Flag Raising Ceremony
The LGBT Caucus raised the pride flag together in Daley Plaza on Monday!
It was great to see so many neighbors at Pride Fest in Northalsted! Thanks to everyone who stopped by to chat with Abbey and Genesis and try their hand at our Chicago trivia!
Pokémon & Pride Trans Youth Resource Fair
When: Friday, June 20 from 5-7pm
Where: Glenwood from Lunt - Morse
No RSVP is required for this event
Join Kelly Cassidy as well as other elected officials and community organizations at the upcoming Pokémon & Pride Trans Youth Resource Fair! Come by to collect resources or to show support and solidarity with the trans youth in our community. Along with LGBTQIA+ health and safety resources, the event will feature free Pokémon cards and active Pokémon GO lures! We hope to see you there!
Baklaan Movie Night with AFIRE Chicago
When: Friday, June 20 from 6-8pm
Where: HANA Center (4300 N California Ave)
RSVP online.
Join the Alliance of filipinos for Immigrant Rights and Empowerment (AFIRE) for a quuer movie night to celebrate Pride 2025! Masks are required for this event and free popcorn and drinks will be provided! Learn more about AFIRE here.
Newstory Kids Pride Parade and Block Party
When: Saturday, June 21 from 10am-2pm
Where: Newstory Chicago (1307 W Granville)
Learn more and register online.
Join Newstory Chicago for a kids' pride parade and block party with storytelling, arts & crafts, games, music, food, and more!
Trans Up Front Family Beach Day
When: Sunday, June 22 from 1-4pm
Where: Hollywood Beach (5800 N DLSD)
Learn more online.
Trans Up Front is hosting a joyful day of sun, swimming, and community at the lake—created especially for transgender and gender non-conforming (TGNC) individuals, kids, and their families. This is a relaxed, affirming space to connect, play, and celebrate in nature. Pack your beach gear, bring your loved ones, and come as you are! This event is FREE but please register to receive up to date information and to help the organizers understand guest count for activities, snacks and more!
Pride Parade Traffic Information
The Chicago Pride Parade is schedueld for Sunday, June 29 in Northalsted. While the parade does not travel through the 48th ward, it may impact some of our local buses! Review the transit map above and visit the official pride site for full details.
Transfemicide Ordinance Community Meeting
When: Wednesday, July 30 from 6:30-8pm
Where: Broadway Armory (5917 N Broadway)
No RSVP is required for this event
The City of Chicago wants to work together with community to improve the outcomes for the transgender community. In December 2024, Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order to establish a Transfemicide Working Group. Join the Chicago Commmission on Human Relations at an upcoming community meeting to share your feedback on that executive order and discuss the current needs of the transgender community.
Celebrate Pride with the Chicago Public Library
The Chicago Public Library is thrilled to celebrate LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and invites you to join them all month! They’re hosting events, sharing book recommendations, organizing displays and more to honor all aspects of queer life, history and culture. Be a part of this Pride Month by attending a Drag Story Time, watching an LGBTQIA+ movie screening or picking up one of the beautiful coloring pages available at every branch. Chicago Public Library is honored to serve the wonderful community of queer Chicagoans, along with their allies, friends, and families.
Celebrate Pride with the Chicago Park District
As we begin Pride Month, the Chicago Park District is honoring the history, resilience, and ongoing fight for equality and inclusion while reaffirming their commitment to fostering a culture of respect, equity, and support for LGBTQIA+ individuals — not just in June, but every day of the year. Join them in honoring the voices, contributions, and experiences of our community and acknowledging the barriers many still face. Explore Parks Pride events here.
Affirming In-Home Care for LGBTQ+ Elders in Chicago
Soulful Hands Home Care, a trusted and Black woman-owned agency, is proud to expand its services to support LGBTQ+ elders and chosen families across Chicago! During pride month, Soulful Hands is offering free consultations, because everyone deserves to feel safe, seen, and respected at home. To learn more, call (312) 234-4150 or click here.
