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The shopping and the people were so warm and friendly.
- Sonar International Visitor
Study, March 2010
 
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Chicago welcomes LGBT travelers with a unique mix of world-class culture and big-city nightlife. Your holiday here will include everything from renowned museums and stunning architecture to Broadway theatre and colorful nightclubs. Along the way, you can savor five-star cuisine and browse more than 400 shops along the Magnificent Mile.
Explore Chicago’s neighbourhoods and you’ll soon discover Boystown and Andersonville where the nights take on a party atmosphere thanks to gay-friendly bars, festive restaurants and special events that are teeming with Chicago’s vibrant LGBT community.
With so much to offer, no wonder Chicago is regarded as one of the top-rated LGBT destinations in America.
Experience Chicago through videos that feature dining, shopping, nightlife and more.
Learn more about the upcoming Out in Chicago museum exhibit.
Make the most of your Chicago holiday with these LGBT-friendly events and attractions.
EVENTS
Get a firsthand look at Chicago’s pride during these festivals and events that celebrate Chicago’s vibrant gay and lesbian community.
THEATRE
Chicago’s theatre scene includes everything from Broadway shows and musicals to classic and original plays performed in Tony-Award-winning theatres.
TOUR
See the sides of Chicago that interest you most during these gay-friendly tours that make everyone feel welcome.
DINING & NIGHTLIFE
Gay-friendly restaurants range from casually elegant to campy chic, while Chicago’s nightlife is always lively and outrageous—especially in the Boystown neighborhood.