The best restaurants. Shopping for magnificent miles. Deep passion for the arts. Chicago is filled with pride. So whether you’re admiring the lakefront or dancing your way down North Halsted Street, you’re always welcome here.

Chicago offers a welcome to GLBT travelers that begins with Mayor Richard Daley, extends throughout the city, and is warmest in such neighborhoods as Lakeview/Boystown and Andersonville. In addition to marquee downtown attractions known internationally, travelers will want to be sure to check out the huge array of accommodations, dining, nightlife, shopping, theater, events, and more, which broadcast their pride.

Check out all of these great resources to start planning your trip:

OUT AND ABOUT
Check out these great upcoming GLBT events for Winter of 2010: 

Holiday Stocking and Art Making with LGBT Families – December 19 at the Center on Halsted.

Lady Gaga's Monster Ball Tour Tour hits The Chicago Theatre January 8-10.

Chicago Restaurant Week 2010 – value pricing for lunch and dinner at the city's finest restaurants February 19-28. Stay tuned for details.

On stage at About Face Theatre – What Once We Felt February 3-March 7 and Sweet Tea: Gay Black Men of the Mouth April 29-May 3.

DON'T STOP THERE

In addition to the fun and fascinating activities above, an exciting lineup of special events and festivals occur throughout the year:

Each May, International Mr. Leather draws thousands of assorted leather folk of all ages, races, and genders to what many now consider to be the Leather Family Reunion.

Nearly 40,000 people flock to Andersonville Midsommarfest every June for this annual street festival featuring two days of cutting-edge music, dancing, kids’ entertainment, delicious food, and booths selling wares from area vendors.

Each June, Chicago Pride Month & the Gay Pride Parade on the last Sunday of the month make for the most glorious nonstop celebration of diversity in the Midwest.

Every year in July, Chicago Black Pride embraces the many cultures, lifestyles and points of view that resonate through the men and women in this community.

Tens of thousands of people from across the U.S. take to the streets each August for nonstop music, food, and fun during Northalsted Market Days.

STILL WANT MORE?
Check these additional GLBT resources and make the most of your Chicago experience: