Disclaimer: Official Aurora Pride events are noted with a
All other events are organized by other local businesses and organizations. Any inquiries about those events should be directed to the specific event hosts. Indivisible Aurora and Aurora Pride provide this listing as a service to the community and are not responsible for events other than the official events.
thursday, June 6
Still Not Friday – Pride Edition Comedy
June 6, 8:00pm
Two Brothers Roundhouse
205 n. Broadway, Aurora
Comedy sets by Kaitlyn Grissom, Cameron Little and special guests.
No cover charge.
Friday, June 7
Proud Visions:
Images from Aurora's Inaugural Pride Parade
June 7, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Richard and Gina Santori Public Library
101 S. River StreeT, Aurora
See images from the historic 2018 Aurora Pride Parade taken by photographers Nathan Villotti and Robb Winder, and other local residents and Parade attendees.
ArtBar:
Drag Queens and Dragons
June 7, 7:00pm - June 8, 12:00am
Two Brothers Roundhouse
205 n. Broadway, Aurora
This art show will feature portraits of some of Aurora's diverse community of artists and LGBTQ residents.
Unapologetically Me: A night of music, poetry, and comedy
June 7, 8:00pm - 11:00Pm
Arcana Studios
5 1/2 W. Downer, Aurora
Clowns, indie musicians, queer poets, and other artists will perform in a pride-themed variety show that promises to entertain. Those who attend can take a letter or poem from a wall filled with queer poetry and love letters curated by artist Annie Baldwin.
LGBTQ+ Comedian Showcase
June 7, 8:00pm and 10:00pm shows
the comedy shrine
4034 fox valley center drive, aurora
Comedy sets by Scott Duff, Cameron Gillet, Whitney Watson, Lily Schulder, and Tim Cox.
$20 with a two drink minimum.
LFC celebrates Pride Weekend
June 7, 9:00pm - June 8, 1:00am
ballydoyle
28 w. new york Street, Aurora
Libido Funk Circus has been thrilling audiences with their own unmistakable blend of signature bits and danceable hits for over 20 years…and during that time, the band has become THE experts in what it takes to make a dance floor move all night long!
LGBT night
June 7, 11:00pm and June 8, 12:00Am shows
La QUINTA DE LOS REALES
36 E. NEW YORK STREET, AURORA
Drag show with beats by DJ Retro. $10 cover. 21+
Saturday, June 8
How Randy Shilts went from Aurora conservative to gay icon
June 8, 10:00am - 12:00Pm
Aurora public library
101 S. River Street, Aurora
Author Andrew E. Stoner discusses his biography, "The Journalist of Castro Street: The Life of Randy Shilts."
To register, visit aurora.libnet.info/event/1729730.
Stonewall:
The First and Next 50
June 8, 5:00pm - 7:00Pm
Waubonsee Community College
18 S. River St., Aurora
A moderated panel discussion on the LGBTQ+ movement in the 50 years since the Stonewall Uprising and hopes for the next 50 year.
Free admission and open to the public.
June 8, 8:00pm - 10:00Pm
ballydoyle
28 w. new york Street, Aurora
The award winning LGBTQ+ storytelling group out of Chicago comes to the suburbs for the first time with stories, musings and comedy.
Free admission and open to the adult public.
LGBTQ+ COMEDIAN SHOWCASE
June 8, 8:00pm and 10:00pm shows
the comedy shrine
4034 fox valley center drive, aurora
Comedy sets by Scott Duff, Cameron Gillet, Whitney Watson, Lily Schulder, and Tim Cox.
$20 with a two drink minimum.
THE GLITZ AND GLAM DRAG REVUE PRIDE EDITION
June 8, 9:00pm and 10:30pm shows
LOFT28 WEST
28 W. NEW YORK STREET, AURORA
Music by AM/FM. Featuring performances by Keri Traid, Davina Devine, Felicity St. James, and Fonda Lynn Mann.
LGBTQUEEN BINGO
June 8, 9:30pm - 11:30Pm
GILLERSON’S GRUBBERY
31 W. NEW YORK STREET, AURORA
BINGO and blasting your favorite hits from the band, Queen!
Each game card will cost $1. Proceeds will be donated to a local charity.
LIVE MUSIC: TRES MUSTACHE
June 8, 9:30pm - june 9, 12:30am
ballydoyle
28 w. new york Street, Aurora
The wacky and wild world of upper lip whiskers will rock your world!
FAMILY FRIENDLY CELEBRANDO EL GAY PARADE WEEKEND SHOW
June 8, 10:00PM
BALDERAS BEAUTY SALON
3311, 25 N Broadway, Aurora, IL
Starring Rubi Veneno, Meanie Star, Stefanny Stuart, Jaydin Veneno, and Isabella.
Cover $8.
21+ to consumer.
Sunday, June 9
Pride Brunch Before The Parade
June 9, 9:00am-11:00am
GILLERSON’S GRUBBERY
31 W. NEW YORK STREET, AURORA
Brunch it up before the 2nd Annual Aurora Pride Parade!
Face painting will also be available for those of you who want to look fabulous for the parade at no charge. Donations are welcomed and will be given directly to Simply Destinee Youth Center in Aurora.
The 2nd Annual aurora pride Parade
June 9, 12:00pm
downtown aurora
Join us for the second annual Aurora Pride Parade!
COLORFUL COVERGIRLS
June 8, 1:00pm - 4:00PM
ballydoyle
28 w. new york Street, Aurora
From P!NK to Gwen, Spice to TLC, Katy to Brit Brit, and everything in between. COVERGIRLS consists of 2 powerful lead vocalist backed by 3 punks that keep the songs upbeat and rock steady. Don't miss out on the best Ladies Night you'll ever experience.
The official aurora pride after party
June 9, 2:00pm
Two Brothers Roundhouse
205 n. Broadway, Aurora
Featuring DJ Scandall!
Let's dance the day away at Two Brothers Roundhouse after the Aurora Pride Parade! Music starts at 2pm! Bring the kids too, this is a family friendly party.
$10 suggested donation.
pride after party
June 9, 2:30pm
Aurora tap house
134 W. Downer place, Aurora
Drag show hosted by Aleyna Couture. Bloody Mary and mimosa bar. No cover. 21+.
FAMILY FRIENDLY CELEBRANDO EL GAY PARADE WEEKEND SHOW
June 9, 3:00PM
BALDERAS BEAUTY SALON
3311, 25 N Broadway, Aurora, IL
Starring Rubi Veneno, Meanie Star, Stefanny Stuart, Jaydin Veneno, and Isabella.
Cover $8.
21+ to consumer.