It’s almost time for the Annual Pride Parade! We know you’re busy planning your outfit, figuring out commutes, and making sure your friend who sleeps in wakes up on time. Soak up every second of this rainbow-filled day locally. Watch the parade from an iconic Northalsted staple, take advantage of bottomless mimosas, and most of all celebrate Pride and the beloved LGBTQ+ community.
The 52nd annual Chicago Pride Parade steps off at noon on Sunday, June 25, 2023, from Montrose and Broadway in the Uptown neighborhood. The parade treks (map) through the north side of the city, ending near the intersection of Diversey Parkway and Sheridan Road in Lincoln Park.
Watch, cheer, and CELEBRATE in the heart of North Halsted from D.S Tequila’s festive outdoor patio featuring Chicago’s top DJs spinning all day! The patio doors open wide for curbside views at the center of the parade route.
Kit Kat Lounge
Join Kit Kat for a very divalicious brunch during the Chicago Pride Parade! Tickets include entrée and free-flowing mimosas for 2 hours per seating.
View the brunch menu!
Best view of the parade on Kit Kat’s serene outdoor patio directly on the parade route!
Your ticket guarantees your seat(s). Seating arrangements are first come, first served.
Duffy’s is offering a $50 pride parade package! Included are bottomless drafts, well drinks, mimosas, bloody Mary’s, and access to the brunch buffet!
Watch the legendary Chicago Pride Parade at Lark! Grab a bite, grab a drink, and enjoy a great view in the middle of the parade route + relax on our patio during and after!
All-inclusive food and beverage ticket!
Includes bottomless drinks + choice of entrée! Plus, in and out privileges all day.
From 11 am-1 pm
Sidetrack is opening early on Parade Day at 11 am. They’re televising the Parade on 35 HD Screens, in all bar spaces! Be sure to wave to the Sidetrack Parade Float as it goes by, celebrating LGBTQ+ Equality. Both the rooftop and patio will be open! DJs will be spinning Party Music all day. Stay after the parade for Sunday Funday Dance Party! No Cover, it’s Sidetrack.
Pregame for the parade with a Pre Pride Drag Queen Bagel Brunch! Sip on a complimentary Strawberry Mimosa and make a bagel from scratch while you’re entertained by Drag Queens! Learn how to make bagels and frittatas and make some flavored cream cheeses as well! Then sit down for a fantastic Drag Show! When it’s all done stumble just one block over to the watch the Pride Parade.
Chicago’s favorite gay sports bar since 1983, The North End, is opening bright and early on parade day at 10 am. With the parade going right down Halsted, you’ll get a perfect view of the parade! Play some darts and pool while sipping a craft beer.
Roscoe’s is opening their doors at 11 am! Sip jello shots, dance the day away, and get front-row viewing to the parade.
Savanna Restaurant
Savanna serves up delicious brunch and lunch every day, and on Parade Day they’ll be open from 8 am to 3 pm! Located right on Halsted Street, this Latin-American Fusion spot is ready for pride. Order the Pride Waffles to really get in the spirit!
Hydrate Nightclub
Get hydrated on Sunday! Opening up at 11 am, Hydrate is ready to party and celebrate Pride. There are beats by Severa until 6 pm, and VJ George V from 6 until close!
How does pregaming with bottomless mimosas, tequila shots, Jello shots, and authentic Mexican food sound? El Mariachi is serving up bottomless mimosas with an entrée just for $31.99, as well as tequila and Jello shots for $5!
Drew’s on Halsted
Located on the parade route, Drew’s is serving up bottomless mimosa brunch! For $65 per person. Tables get 90-minute seating, and they are taking CASH ONLY! They will also have a live DJ spinning all brunch long.
Scarlet
Scarlet is opening at noon and has an amazing lineup of DJs all day long. Also along the parade route, be sure to stop in and party in one of Northalsted’s most popular spots!
Kirk from 1 pm – 5 pm
Ca$h Era from 5 pm – 9 pm
Brryce Fersher from 9 pm – Close
