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For people living at the intersection of LGBTQIA+ and disability+ Rainbows of Steel is a monthly support group for people living with disability+ who also are LGBTQIA+. Its mission is to provide online support through online meeting with others like themselves in Central Illinois.

River City Pride Festival 2025—a full-day celebration of love, diversity, and inclusion at Peoria’s stunning Riverfront! Happening on Saturday, July 19th from 10 AM to 10 PM, this vibrant event brings together over 6,200 community members, LGBTQIA+ allies, and local supporters for dynamic entertainment, engaging activities, and meaningful connections. Experience creative performances, delicious food, art …

Join the Prairie Pride Coalition at the Illinois Shakespeare Festival on Saturday, July 19, for a performance of The Importance of Being Earnest written by Oscar Wilde and directed by Robert Quinlan. “The truth is rarely pure and never simple.” Widely regarded as one of the funniest plays ever written, Wilde’s comedy of manners lampoons British high …

Join other LGBTQIA+ gaming fans for games, food, and fun! Bring your own games to play or choose from a variety of games we have on hand. Food is provided by Prairie Pride Coalition and a number of supportive LGBTQIA+ businesses and organizations.

An annual tradition continues! Two stages of entertainment, 100+ vendors (organizations, houses of worship, retailers), all come together to celebrate pride and our resilience as an LGBTQIA+ community. Last year's event drew around 10,000 people, and with headliner Leah Marlene this event continues to grow!

CU Pride Fest is BACK for its 15th year — and we’re going bigger, bolder, and gayer than ever before! We are falling into Pride and celebrating 15 years of color, courage, and community! Get ready for a full week of iconic programming, fabulous fun, and dazzling queer talent that’ll have you screaming “YASSS” from …