2026 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 23rd annual Chicago Disability Pride Parade and festivities on July 25. The parade will begin at 11 a.m. Festivities will follow at Daley Plaza.

Chicago’s Disability Pride Parade is one of the oldest events in the country. For 23 years, the event has celebrated and recognized the diversity of people living with disabilities!

The parade will start at 401 S. Plymouth Court, continue half a block west on Van Buren, and turn north on Dearborn. The route will continue on Dearborn until reaching Daley Plaza, where participants, family and friends can participate in a variety of post-parade festivities.

The event is wheelchair accessible. American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters will be available.

Organizations and individuals must register to march in the parade.

Register online to participate in the Chicago Disability Pride Parade.

For information about the parade or public transportation, please visit the Chicago Disability Pride Parade Location page.

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