Joliet PrideFest 2026
September 19 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
| Get Ready to Shine: Joliet PrideFest is Back! 🎉🌈 |
| Mark your calendars, grab your glitter, and dust off your rainbow gear because the Joliet Pride Network is bringing the energy, the love, and the community back to town! On Saturday, September 19th, Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park will transform into a vibrant, rainbow-filled celebration for this year’s highly anticipated theme: “Rooted in Pride”. |
| Running from Noon to 5:00 PM, the free, family-friendly daytime festival is all about connecting, celebrating diversity, and creating unforgettable memories. No matter who you are or who you love, there is a place for you to stand loud and proud! |
| ✨ What’s in Store For You: 💃 Show-Stopping Entertainment: Catch the spectacular daytime drag show and cheer on local stars at the Community Talent Show! 🚚 Delicious Food Trucks: Fuel up for the day with a fantastic lineup of local eats. 🛍️ Massive Vendor Market: Shop and support local LGBTQ+-affirming businesses, artisans, and organizations. 🎨 Fun for All Ages: Dedicated Kid Zones filled with family activities and interactive Teen Zones mean the whole crew can join the party. |
| 🌙 PrideFest After Dark (18+, must buy tickets): Keep the celebration rolling from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM with a sizzling, exclusive nighttime drag performance and the crowning of the next Miss Joliet PrideFest! |