The pride doesn’t stop there - Northalsted Market Days in August is the largest street festival in the Midwest. The celebrations culminate with the famed Chicago Pride Parade, a spectacular procession that draws an estimated one million spectators each year. The party starts at Pride Fest, with two days of music, food, dancing, drag queens, and more. The neighborhood is also the heart of the city’s annual Pride Month celebrations. Check out the local nightlife scene, where you’ll find karaoke parties, drag shows, dance floors, dive bars, and more. Located on Halsted Street from Belmont Avenue to Grace Street, the Legacy Walk commemorates LGBTQ+ heroes and historical events with colorful monuments.Īlong the way, stop into funky boutiques, cool vintage clothing stores, and bustling eateries that capture the casual, funky spirit of the neighborhood. Stroll the award-winning Legacy Walk, the world’s only outdoor LGBTQ history museum. It’s also the center of some of Chicago’s most popular events and festivals. It’s known for its welcoming vibe, nonstop nightlife, LGBTQ-owned businesses, and excellent dining options. Northalsted (also known as Boystown) is one of the most country’s inclusive LGBTQ+ communities and the oldest officially recognized gay neighborhood in the United States.
