Friday, June 19
"Thank GLAAD It's Friday!" presented by ABSOLUT @ Minibar is national networking event series for young professionals hosted by GLAAD. 7pm-9pm. Info & to purchase tickets: www.glaad.com

"Just Dance" women's pride party by Chix Mix @ Circuit Night Club w/ DJs Just Beth & Dragonfire. 9pm-4am. $7. www.chixmixproductions.com

"Cosmix" w/DJ Greg Haus @ Berlin, late until 4am

"Smelts Swim Team Bachelor Auction" @ Hydrate, 8pm-9:30pm. Beats by DJ R late until 4am.

Saturday, June 20
"Sappho's Salon 1st Anniversary Bash" by Women & Children First (5233 N. Clark) featuring lesbian indie-music legend Gretchen Phillips. 7:30pm. $7-$10 sliding fee includes food & wine. www.womenandchildrenfirst.com | 773.769.9299.

"A Girl Meets Girls Musical" by the Artemis Singers at COS Episcopal (church w/ red door) (530 W. Fullerton). 7:30pm. $10 advance/$15 door. www.artemissingers.org | 773.764.4465.

Amigo present "Latin Pride: Música Latina" @ Circuit. Open late until 5am.

"Underwear Party" @ Jackhammer, late until 5am.

"Member's Party" w/ DJ Joe Gauthreaux @ Hydrate. Open late until 5am.

Sunday, June 21
"New Town Alano Club Open House" featuring a free BBQ, dancing, music and raffle prizes @ 909 W. Belmont (2nd Floor). 12noon-8pm. Everyone is welcome! Visit & support the country's first 12-Step Alano Club with a specific LGBT outreach. www.newtownalanoclub.com |773-529-0321.

Monday, June 22
"Pride & Joy Reception" presented by Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame @ Circuit. $10 includes a light buffet, music by DJ Ron G, and entertainment by Miss Foozie, Veronica Zaid, Boi Toiz & others. 6pm-10pm.

"Showtunes Night" @ Sidetrack. Open until 2am.

"Book Discussion" talking about Stonewall by Martin Duberman @ Gerber/Hart Library (1127 W Granville). 7:30pm.

"Boom Boom Room" @ Green Dolphn Street w/ Guest DJ Lego and residents Michael Serafini, JustJoey, Diz, and Uncle Milty. Open late until 4am.

Tuesday, June 23
"30 Under 30 Awards Ceremony" honoring outstanding young LGBT individuals, and their allies @ Center on Halsted (3656 N. Halsted). 6pm

"13th Annual LGBT Pride Reading & Open Mic" @ Women & Children First Books (5233 N Clark). 7pm.

"Men's Book Discussion" talking about Everyone's Dead But Us by Mark Richard Zubro @ Gerber/Hart Library (1127 W Granville). 7:30pm.

"For the Bible Tells Me So" film screening & discussion for "anyone caught in the crosshairs of scripture and sexual identity" @ Living Well Ministries (6554 N Rockwell). 7pm-9:30pm. Free. RSVP requested: or 773-655-4357. $7 suggested donation. 10am-12:30pm.

"3rd Annual Pride Night Outdoor Movie" @ Hollywood Beach (5600 North) presents "The Producers." Popcorn is provided but you need to bring your own chairs, blankets and other refreshments. Free. 8pm.

"Drag Race 2008 DEATHMATCH" hosted by Frida Lay w/ Guests Jerri Blank & Mimi Marks @ Roscoe's. 11pm.

Wednesday, June 24
"Disco Obsession" @ Berlin. Open late until 4am.

Thursday, June 25
"GLBTQ Literary Double Header" with Larry La Fountain-Stokes, author of Sweet Tea: Black Gay Men of the South @ Women & Children First Bookstore ( 5233 N. Clark). Free.

"Ladies on the Lake" boat cruise presented by Lambda Legal. Chicago's Fair Lady, Michigan Avenue & the river. 6pm-9:30pm. $50 tickets available online: www.lambdalegal.org/events | 312-663-4413.

"Comedy Night" @ Sidetrack. Open until 2am.

DJ Michael Serafini @ Cocktail. Open until 2am.

"Ultimate After-Hours" @ The Ram w/ DJ David C & Miss Gina (DJ Ron G - 6/26 & DJ Plez - 6/27), 3am-7am.

Friday, June 26
"Chicago Pride Fest" on Halsted St., from Addison to Grace, featuring Martha Wash & Jeanie Tracy. 3pm-10pm. $5 voluntary contribution. Info: www.chicagoevents.com | 773-868-3010.

"Your Community, Your Center 2009 Celebration" @ Center on Halsted's Richard J. Daley Roftop Garden (3656 N. Halsted). 5:30pm-9pm. $15 includes three drink tickets for cocktails, beer & soda. 21+ w/ ID. Info & tickets: www.centeronhalsted.org | 773-472-6469

"Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN) Anniversary Party" @ Bucks Saloon. 6pm-8pm.

"TGIF" @ Second Story Bar, the definitive downtown gay bar for office workers and shoppers alike.

"Over the Rainbow" choral concert by Chicago Gay Mens Chorus at Lakeshore Theater (3175 N. Broadway). This repertoire is a tribute to the legendary Judy Garland and commemorates the 40th Anniversary of Stonewall. 7pm (Repeat performance, June 27). Tickets: www.lakeshoretheater.com; Info: www.cgmc.org

"I § Porn Party" @ Spin w/ DJ Phil DaBeatz, 9pm-2am.

"Pride: The Party," The Rails @ Krush w/ DJs Sedrick, Ransome, & Anton. 10pm-4am.

"Nude Strippers" @ Man's Country, Fridays & Saturdays @ midnight.

"Co-Ed Pride Dance" @ Circuit featuring pop, Top 40, dance, & hip hop music. Open late until 4am.

"Andrew Christian Underwear Party" @ Hydrate, 10:30pm. DJ Laura B spins late until 4am.

Saturday, June 27
"28th Annual Proud To Run & Walk." 5K &10K runs and a 2-mile fun walk presented by Frontrunners/Frontwalkers Chicago. Start/finish is @ Montrsoe Harbor (Montrose Ave, east of Lake Shore Dr.) Starts @ 8:04am. Info & registration: www.frfwchicago.com.

"Chicago Pride Fest" on Halsted St., from Addison to Grace, featuring the Pet Parade and entertainment by Deborah Gibson, Inaya Day, Ultra Naté, Crystal Waters & Thelma Houston. 11am-10pm. $5 voluntary contribution. Info: www.chicagoevents.com | 773-868-3010

"Ultra Naté In-Store Appearance" @ Borderline Music (3333 N. Broadway). 4:30pm.

"Dyke March Chicago" A Rally is scheduled for 1 PM at 1800 S. Halsted St. in the Pilsen community. Step off after the rally ends. Info: www.myspace.com/dykemarchchicago

"Sober & Proud v. 2.0" T-dance & BBQ presented by Alexian Brothers Bonaventure House (825 W. Wellington). 5pm-10pm. Suggested Donation: $10. Food and beverages provided (alcohol & drug-free event for those who are in recovery). Info: www.bonaventurehouse.org/soberandproud |773.327.9921

"Attic-tion To Pride" w/ DJ Plez @ Mary's Attic. 9pm-3am.

"6th Annual Back Lot Bash" behind Cheetah Gym (5238 N Clark) w/ DJs & live music. Food & beer available for purchase. 21 years +. 3pm-10pm (June 27) and 2pm-9pm (June 28).

"Leather Pride Party" @ Touché. Late until 5am.

"Nitro: Pride" w/ DJs Phil DaBeatz & Oskar along w/ hosts Miss Foozie & Sal-E @ Circuit. Late until 5am.

"Blackout Party" w/ Guest DJ Sin Morera @ Hydrate. Late until 5am.

"Bears, The Bath & Beyond" w/ DJ Greg Ellsworth @ Steamworks (1pm-6pm). DJ Willy Vela (10pm-3am).

Sunday, June 28
"40th Annual Chicago Pride Parade" coordinated by PRIDEChicago. Grand Marshal: Alexandra Billings. Step off from the Halsted/Belmont corner @ 12noon, north on Halsted (to Broadway); then south on Broadway (to Diversey); then east on Diversey (to Cannon Drive).

"Cocktail Pride" @ Cocktail featuring house music grooves from DJs Freddie Bain, Chris Eterno, Dealer & Pete Augusta (2pm-2am) and sexy go-go dancer starting @ 4am.

Steamworks w/ DJs Jim B (3pm-8pm) & Guest Willy Vela (8pm-1am).

"Post Parade Matinee Show," a 90s dance party w/ DJ Miss Lady Kier (Dee-Lite)" @ Berlin.

"Red Party" The official Youth Pride Center Pride Parade AFTER Party. FREE when you wear red !! ($5.00 for others). Location: TBA, Ages 13-21 only. youthpridecenter@gmail.com | 773.690.6790)

"Half-Price Martinis" & Divas @ Kit Kat, 11am-2am.

"Girlblast" @ Ann Sather Restaurant parking lot (929 W. Belmont). Guest DJs & food will be available. $12 cover. After parade ends until 10pm.

"Beach Party" @ Hydrate w/ DJs R, Jeanette, & Laura B late until 4am.

"Superstar Pride Sunday: Dnace Pop" w/ superstar J Manny Lehman @ Crobar. Open late until 4am.

"Pretty Boy Pride" featuring Pepper Mashay & DJs Mr. Wonderful & Jazzmoto @ Logan Square Auditorium (2539 N. Kedzie Ave). 9pm-2am. 18+ / 21+ to drink.

Monday, June 29
"Wilde On Mondays" w/ DJ Greg Haus @ Wilde, 9pm-2am.

Thursday, July 2
"Joy" @ Green Dolphin Street w/ legendary DJ Frankie Knuckles playing all night long. 10pm-4am.

"10 Year Anniversary Black Pride Party," The Rails @ Krush w/ DJs Stoney, Ransome, & Anton. 10pm-4am.

Saturday, July 4
"July 4th BBQ" @ Sidetrack. 2pm.

"Black Out Party," an official Black Pride Event w/ sexy dancers and DJ Anton spinning house, hip-hop and R&B @ Circuit. 11pm-5am.