The 2026 theme was officially unveiled as "Free to be Proud."
Organizers say the theme affirms "that the freedom to live openly, love authentically, and exist safely is neither abstract nor guaranteed."
Tracy Baim, Mona Noriega, Evette Cardona and The Alliance of Illinois Judges were announced as the 2026 community grand marshals.
Among them Tracy Baim. She's co-founder and owner of Windy City Times.
The 2026 Pride Parade steps off at 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 28 in Lakeview.