Gay Things to Do in Chicago 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ (part 1)

Here are a few LGBTQ+ things to do in one of the queerest cities in America:

1. Go to Chicago’s Pride Parade, one of the largest LGBTQ+ parades in the world. The parade takes place in Northalsted (aka Boystown) every last Sunday in June. Also check out events like Pride in the Park and Pride Fest. Northalsted

2. See a queer comedy show at The Den or Annoyance Theater. Chicago is famous for its comedy scene. Check out Baby Wine at Annoyance theater every Friday for LGBTQ+ comedy. Annoyance Theatre & Bar The Den Theatre

3. Visit Chicago’s gay library, Gerber Hart Library, the largest LGBTQ+ library in the Midwest. Located in Roger’s Park neighborhood, sign up for a membership and check out LGBTQ+ books for free. Gerber/Hart Library & Archives

4. Go to a drag show at one of the many venues in Chicago including The Baton Show Lounge, Kit Kat Lounge, Lark, and more for drag brunch on Saturday and Sunday mornings. The Baton Show Lounge Kit Kat Lounge Lark

5. Explore Chicago’s gayborhoods including Northalsted, Andersonville as well as less known (unofficial) gayborhoods like Roger’s Park and Uptown. Northalsted is most known for it’s LGBTQ+ nightlife while Andersonville is perfect for shopping and dining. Roger’s Park is filled with local shops and community spaces. Andersonville Rogers Park Northalsted

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