LGBTQ affirming, intersectional, progressive social events in Illinois and Iowa
ALIVE WITH PRIDE LGBTQ+ CAMP FOR KIDS AND TEENS Naperville IL
Alive Center 500 W 5th Ave, Naperville, ILThis teen-led daily midday camp for kids and teens who identify as LGBTQ+. P.R.I.D.E. (Providing Resources of Identity and Diversity Experiences) provides students with "a safe space where they’re able to be their true self, as well as equip them with the necessary mindset to thrive in upcoming high school and the world beyond." Events include games, history and art. Scholarships are available; see event link.
ALIVE WITH PRIDE LGBTQ+ CAMP FOR KIDS AND TEENS Naperville IL
Alive Center 500 W 5th Ave, Naperville, ILThis teen-led daily midday camp for kids and teens who identify as LGBTQ+. P.R.I.D.E. (Providing Resources of Identity and Diversity Experiences) provides students with "a safe space where they’re able to be their true self, as well as equip them with the necessary mindset to thrive in upcoming high school and the world beyond." Events include games, history and art. Scholarships are available; see event link.
PRIDE TICKET OFFER WITH THE CHICAGO CUBS Chicago IL
Wrigley Field 1060 W Addison St, Chicago, ILAdmission includes a ticket AND special Pride-themed Cubs hat! A portion of your ticket also goes to Cubs Charities and its LGBTQI partners.
ALLEN COLLEGE T-SHIRT TIE-DYE EVENT Waterloo IA
Allen College 1950 Heath St, Waterloo, IACreate your own T-shirt to wear to Pride this fall, at Allen College. "Get creative!" Tie-dye material provided but you need to bring your own white shirt.
ALIVE WITH PRIDE LGBTQ+ CAMP FOR KIDS AND TEENS Naperville IL
Alive Center 500 W 5th Ave, Naperville, ILThis teen-led daily midday camp for kids and teens who identify as LGBTQ+. P.R.I.D.E. (Providing Resources of Identity and Diversity Experiences) provides students with "a safe space where they’re able to be their true self, as well as equip them with the necessary mindset to thrive in upcoming high school and the world beyond." Events include games, history and art. Scholarships are available; see event link.
CAPITAL CITY PRIDE WALK Des Moines IA
Iowa State Capitol 1007 E. Grand Ave., Des Moines, IowaJoin Capital City Pride in displaying the flags of countries where homosexuality is still outlawed. You're also encouraged to share flags that highlight anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in the United States, and in Iowa. Meet at the Shattering Silence statue!
ALIVE WITH PRIDE LGBTQ+ CAMP FOR KIDS AND TEENS Naperville IL
Alive Center 500 W 5th Ave, Naperville, ILThis teen-led daily midday camp for kids and teens who identify as LGBTQ+. P.R.I.D.E. (Providing Resources of Identity and Diversity Experiences) provides students with "a safe space where they’re able to be their true self, as well as equip them with the necessary mindset to thrive in upcoming high school and the world beyond." Events include games, history and art. Scholarships are available; see event link.
OUTSPOKEN! LGBTQ+ STORYTELLING Chicago IL
Sidetrack the Video BarGather each month to hear stories that celebrate the diversity of the LGBTQ community in Chicago.
TEA AND TAROT Cedar Rapids IA
ReAlive Metaphysical 3800 Wilson Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IAJoin ReAlive for this monthly gathering of tea, tarot reading, and conversation! Open to all levels of experience; please bring your own favorite tea and tarot or divination deck.
DRAG QUEEN BINGO Rockford IL
The Office Niteclub 513 E. State St., Rockford, ILWin cash and prizes at this special event hosted by Krystal Ball and Anchantriss.$5 for six bingo cards.
BEAR HAPPY HOUR Des Moines IA
The Garden Nightclub 525 E. Grand Ave., Des Moines, IAJoin the Capital Bears for their monthly happy hour at the Garden Nightclub!
ALL-AGES MONTHLY MEETING FOR MASON CITY PRIDE Mason City IA
First Congregational UCC 100 1st St. NE, Mason City, IAJoin Mason City Pride for its monthly social time, "business" meeting, and after-gathering!
PRIDESOCIAL Grayslake IL
Grayslake Area Public Library 100 Library Lane, GrayslakeJoin other LGBTQ+-identified youth in Grayslake for this monthly hour of fun and friendship. In partnership with CYN Counseling Center.
DRAG QUEEN BINGO Rockford IL
The Office Niteclub 513 E. State St., Rockford, ILWin cash and prizes at this special event hosted by Krystal Ball and Anchantriss.$5 for six bingo cards.
EUFORIA MUSIC FEST Lone Tree IA
Jerry's Farm 5335 Utah Ave SE, Lone TreeThis year's line-up: Cornmeal, Chicago Afrobeat Project, Heatbox, Aaron Kamm & The One Drops, and 20+ Midwest acts.