Northalsted Market Days

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W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Northalsted is a vibrant LGBTQ destination in Chicago, recognized for its rich cultural heritage and inclusive community atmosphere. Home to iconic events such as Chicago Pride Fest, Northalsted Market Days, and the Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade, it has been a cornerstone of celebration for over 50 years.

The neighborhood boasts a diverse array of businesses, from bars and restaurants to retail and health services, creating a lively and engaging environment for visitors and locals alike. Northalsted continues to celebrate the spirit of pride and community through its various festivals and parades, solidifying its status as Chicago's Proudest Neighborhood.

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Melanie B.
8/11/2025

What a fun lgbtq festival this is. Taking up several blocks in Lakeview, you'll see it all. A lot of shirtless, bare butt men lol, people in drag, wild getups, and people who are able to love...

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Audra H.
8/7/2022

We stopped in to enjoy the songs and sights at Market days yesterday 8/6/2022. We came across many stages with awesome music. Although the sun stage was super loud and not our favorite; we were...

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Jacqueline B.
8/27/2019

First tip is dress for the weather, the 2nd is bring cash! To their credit though, some drink areas were credit only but sloooow. Aside from food there are organizations, clothes, jewelry,...

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Max R.
8/16/2018

The gays (and allies) come to party for Market Days! It is no lie when they call Market Days the largest street festival in the Midwest- which is pretty amazing! This was Julia R and I's first...

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Michael F.
8/14/2011

I went on both days because my friends wanted to go. My friend Sage and I went back there today because we wanted to see Tony Hadley from Spandau Ballet. That was fun! We thoroughly enjoyed his...

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