Rockford Area Pride
Rockford Area Pride 2026
Celebrate * Remember * Unite
Join us for the 2026 Rockford Pride Festivities, a celebration of love, diversity, and community!
Calendar
Flag Raising in Honor of LGBTQIA+ History
Midway Village Museum
6799 Guilford Road
Rockford IL 61107
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May 31, 2026​
12:30pm - Gather
1:00pm - Event
Join us as we celebrate our local history with Midway Village Museum as the Rainbow Flag flies at Midway Village's Perryville & Guilford flagpole. Come hoist the colors for Pride Month 2026.
Flag Raising in Honor of LGBTQIA+ Veterans
Veterans'
Memorial Hall
211 N. Main St.
Rockford, IL 61101
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Date: May 31, 2026​
3:00pm
Join us in celebrating and remembering LGBTIA+ Veterans. Thanks to our local Girl Scout Troops for raising the rainbow flag at Veterans Memorial Hall in downtown Rockford.
Sign the Pride Chronicle
Attendees of Rockford Area Pride 2026 are invited to put their signature into the official Rockford Area Pride Chronicle. Signing the Chronicle not only proves that you were present at Rockford Area Pride 2025, but that you support the LGBTQIA+ Community through all its struggles and triumphs.
Rockford Area Pride Parade
Downtown Rockford
State Street
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June 6, 2026: 12:00pm​
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Street Closures begin at 10:00am
The Rockford Area Pride Parade begins at the intersection of East State Street and Charles Street, proceeding westward along East State Street. It will then cross the picturesque Rock River and conclude at Wyman Street. Public viewing areas line the entire route, providing ample space for spectators to enjoy the festivities.
Back Alley Party
The Back Alley Pride Party, hosted by The Office Niteclub, is an electrifying annual celebration of LGBTQIA+ pride, community, and life. This event features live entertainment, dazzling drag performances, delicious food, music, and an inclusive atmosphere where everyone can be their authentic selves.