Chicago Pride Fest has rolled out its 2026 headliners, tapping Durand Bernarr and G Flip for the bill. The two-day street celebration is set to return to Northalsted this summer, bringing stages and community-focused programming back to Halsted Street.
When And Where
Chicago Pride Fest is scheduled for June 20–21, 2026, on Halsted Street in the Northalsted (Lakeview) neighborhood, with gates and stages spread along the festival footprint. According to the Northalsted Business Alliance, the event typically runs from roughly 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. both days and uses multiple gate locations, including Halsted & Addison and Halsted & Waveland.
Who’s Headlining
The lineup announcement for the festival highlights Durand Bernarr and G Flip among the featured performers, as reported by CBS News Chicago. The local segment points to the two artists as key draws for the 2026 bill while organizers continue to round out the rest of the lineup.
Context On The Acts
Bernarr has been in demand this Pride season and was named a headliner for DC Black Pride in May, according to the Washington Blade. G Flip has also become a regular presence on Pride stages and has headlined Chicago events such as the Back Lot Bash in previous seasons, per reporting from WBEZ.
What To Expect
Organizers say Pride Fest will feature live music across three stages, a Youth Pride Space for teens, drag showcases and the Proud Pet Parade, along with more than 150 vendors and community groups on site. The Northalsted Business Alliance also notes a suggested $20 donation for entry, along with standard festival security measures such as bag checks and restrictions on certain items.
How To Keep Up
Full set times and any last-minute additions are expected to be posted on the festival’s channels as the dates get closer. For official updates and more event details, organizers point attendees to city Pride listings and pages such as PRIDEChicago.
Editor's Note: This article was updated to correct a link to the official Chicago Pride Fest page.
