The 20th annual Chicago Pride Fest® will return as an in-person event on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 1-2, Friday 4 p.m.-10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
The popular LGBTQ+ street festival, organized by Northalsted Business Alliance, is a two-day community celebration of Pride, concluding the day before the Chicago Pride Parade, happening Sunday, Oct. 3.
Northalsted President Ramesh Ariyanayakam said: "Northalsted celebrates pride year round; a fall festival will be no less extravagant and celebratory."
A $15 entry fee is the recommended donation to help cover festival costs, support local charities, and fund community programming. The lineup of performers and activities is yet to be announced.
For more information on Chicago Pride Fest, please visit www.pridefestchicago.com .
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About Northalsted Business Alliance (Northalsted)
Founded in1980, Northalsted Business Alliance represents more than 100 businesses along Chicago's Halsted Street corridor from Belmont to Irving Park/Broadway. The organization works to enhance economic vitality, foster a welcoming community, celebrate LGBTQ+ culture, and promote tourism through programs, services, and events including Chicago Pride Fest®, Northalsted Market Days®, the Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade and more. For information visit northalsted.com