Events, Parties and Celebrations Happening this Black Pride Weekend

It’s the start of Black Pride Weekend, and you’re probably looking for some fun to get into. Getting to Zero Illinois (GTZ-IL) has you covered! Check out this list of some in-person events, parties and celebrations happening in Chicago.

Thursday, July 1 

• The Unleashing: Battle of the Divas Lip Sync Competition at Club Escape, 1530 E. 75th St., Chicago, IL 60619 

Friday, July 2 

• Pride at the Pier at Pier 31 Restaurant, 3101 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL  
• Futuristic Presents After Hours: The BDSM Experience at Room43, 1041 E. 43rd St., Chicago, IL from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. (Cover is $20) 
• Anacondas The Lockdown 2: An All-male Review at Club Escape, 1530 E. 75th St., Chicago, IL 60619 

Saturday, July 3 

• Chicago Black Pride Rooftop Day Party at The Promontory, 5311 South Lake Park Avenue West, Chicago, IL 60615 
• Futuristic Presents Exhale at Room43, 1041 E. 43rd St., Chicago, IL from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Cover is $20) 
• Futuristic Presents Afro Juke Joint at Room43, 1041 E. 43rd St., Chicago, IL from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. (Cover is $20) 
• PARAGON 10: Ten’s Across (10th Anniversary Ball), Chicago, IL from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. 
• Prom Night: A Red Carpet Black Tie Affair at Club Escape, 1530 E. 75th St., Chicago, IL 60619 

Sunday, July 4 

• House Music Explosion Day Party at Club Escape, 1530 E. 75th St., Chicago, IL 60619