Pride Month Events in the Champaign-Urbana Area
Pride Month in the Champaign-Urbana area is a sight to behold, and rightfully so: Pride gatherings are rooted in the arduous history of minority groups who have struggled for decades to overcome prejudice and be accepted for who they are. We invite you to check out some of these community resources and queer-friendly events for the entire month of June!
KEEP UP TO DATE WITH UNITING PRIDE
As the only LGBTQ+ resource center of its kind in the East Central Illinois region, Uniting Pride of Champaign County (UP Center) is an indispensable pillar in the community, championing inclusivity and support through its diverse array of initiatives. The UP Center is producing, partnering, and promoting a variety of programming during June Pride Month 2025, so be sure to check their calendar for a full list of events.
LOVE FOR ALL(ERTON) – Friday, June 6, 6–9 P.M.
LOVE FOR ALLerton is an outdoor concert that fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment for all, featuring a unique blend of rock, blues, country, soul, and R&B from local songwriter Sass and the breezy pop feel of Kittens, Incorporated. This event opens up the Allerton Park Concert Series with monthly concerts through September 5. Food will also be available to purchase from Piato to Go, Jimmy John’s, The Long Road Home, and Ice Daddy’s. In addition, the Greenhouse Café will be open until 7 p.m.
LOVE WINS CRAFTING: DIY FOR PRIDE MONTH – Saturday, June 14, 2–4 P.M.
So many fun people, so many fun projects for all ages! Stop by the Urbana Free Library and make something beautiful at their drop-in craft time for Pride Month. They’ll have creative art supplies to get you started, as well as special guests with projects to try. Bring a friend and come celebrate the LGBTQ community! Cosponsored by Urbana Arts and Culture and the Uniting Pride of Champaign County.
TOAST TO TAYLOR STREET: PRIDE EDITION – JUNE 22nd, 4–11 P.M.
Stop by and shop at our local vendor booths, do arts & crafts with the Uniting Pride team, and experience our amazing local talent with this special edition of Toast to Taylor Street!
TAKE A TRIP TO ANTHEM BAR
Anthem, located in the heart of downtown Champaign, has an arsenal of programming with the LGBTQ+ community at its center. Aside from dancing the night away during their regular hours, you can sing your heart out at Anthem Karaoke, witness high-energy drag performances, enjoy art openings and album release parties, and much more! Visit Anthem's Facebook and Instagram page for more info.
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