2024 Disability Pride Parade in Chicago

A parade celebrating diversity and pride in the way people think about and define “disability”

Join the Disability Pride Parade Association for the 2024 Disability Pride Parade and festivities on July 20 at 12 p.m.

Chicago’s Disability Pride Parade is a celebration and recognition of the diversity of people living with disabilities. This year’s theme is “Disability Pride Will Not Be Denied.” Chicago-born painter and disability advocate Genevieve Ramos will serve as the parade grand marshal.

The parade will start at 401 S. Plymouth Court and continue half a block west on Van Buren before going north on Dearborn. The route continues on Dearborn until reaching Daley Plaza where a variety of post-parade festivities will take place.

The Disability Pride Parade in Chicago began in 2004 and is one of the oldest events in the country.

Organizations and individuals must register to march in the parade. The fee for individuals is $10 per person. Register to march by July 12.

If you have questions or need more information, contact Justin Cooper at askus@disabilityprideparade.org or (773) 251-6449.

You can also follow the Disability Pride Parade’s Facebook page for up-to-date information.