In an effort to extend Pride celebrations past the month of June, the City of Evanston will host an inaugural Evanston Pride Fest on Thursday, July 25, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Fountain Square South Plaza. Pride Fest will occur in coordination with the Thursday Night Live! event hosted by Downtown Evanston. 

Pride Fest and Thursday Night Live! Schedule:

6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.:  Welcome Statement, Proclamation Reading, Stories

7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.: “Let’s Play” Mobile Recreation Trailer, Chalk Art Activity by One River School, Button Making by niceLena & Friends, Wax Hand Making by Waxed Hands, Evanston Pride Selfie/Photo Area, Evanston Library Book Bike and Pride Banner Making.

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Classic Rock Cover Band “Chicken Bone”, Smylie Brothers Brewing Company Tent, Downtown Evanston Sponsor/Vendor Tents