Over the Rainbow Youth Group
Meetings are open to registered LGBTQ+ youth and screened/trained adults. If your child is in junior high or high school and part of the queer community, register and join the fun. Over the Rainbow is not a therapy or support group. Instead, kids have opportunities to relax, be themselves, and develop regular friendships through shared …
LGBTQ+ Teen Book Club & Discussion Group
Bobzbay Books 419 N Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois, United StatesJoin us for an LGBTQ+ Teen Book Club and Discussion Group as we dive into "Singlets and Secrets" by Illinois author Joe Chianakas! "Dripping with raw emotion, unexpected twists, and more than a dash of hope, Singlets and Secrets isn’t just more high school drama. It’s a deep dive into figuring out who you are …
Pride Idol 2024 Qualifying Round
The Bistro 316 N Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois, United StatesJoin hosts Sharon and Celexa for a competition to find the best singers in Bloomington-Normal!July 11, 18, and 25 simply arrive at the Bistro, ready to perform your favorite karaoke song. A few will be selected each night to move on to July 26's semifinals. The top five will be showcased at Pridefest on August …
Rainbows of Steel Queer Disabilities Group
VirtualRainbows of Steel is an ongoing support group forpeople living with disability+ who are also LGBTQIA+. It’s goalis to provide mutual support through online meeting with otherslike themselves in Central Illinois.
Road to the Pride Stage Competition
The Bistro 316 N Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois, United StatesJoin hosts Sharon Sharealike and Ava J Sharealike and DJ Rakestraw for this contest to be a part of the Bloomington-Normal Pridefest drag show on Aug. 3! The winner will also get $100 cash prize!
River City Pridefest
Peoria Riverfront ParkCome out to the Riverfront on July 20th from 10AM-10PM to spend time with the community, enjoy some entertainment, eat some good food and most importantly, have fun! We’re so excited to be able to put on River City Pride Festival for you guys again and can’t wait to announce more details! Wanna stay updated …
Gaymers’ Night
Red Raccoon Games 309 N Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois, United StatesJoin other LGBTQ+ gaming fans every 3rd Saturday for a night full of games, food, and fun! You are welcome to bring your own games to play or play any we have in our game library. We are happy to teach games and other activities may be organized by fellow attendees. Sponsored by our friends …
Pridefest Fundraiser Euchre Tournament
The Bistro 316 N Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois, United StatesHelp make Pridefest the best it can be this summer while also having a blast...and potentially taking home some serious $$$! No event would be complete, of course, without everyone's favorite spiritual leader/bartender - MOMMA! Sunday, July 21 at 1pm, join the Euchre Tournament at the Bistro. $10/person: Venmo @BN-Pridefest (add "Euhcre" to your payment …
Pride Night at Miller Park Zoo
Miller Park Zoo 1020 S Morris Avenue, Bloomington, Illinois, United StatesA fun night for everyone who is LGBTQIA+ and supportive! Crafts, scavenger hunt, drag queen story time with Sharon ShareAlike, zookeeper talks, information tables, free snacks, and lots of animals! Join us for this FREE, family-friendly event!
Pride Idol 2024 Qualifying Round
The Bistro 316 N Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois, United StatesJoin hosts Sharon and Celexa for a competition to find the best singers in Bloomington-Normal!July 11, 18, and 25 simply arrive at the Bistro, ready to perform your favorite karaoke song. A few will be selected each night to move on to July 26's semifinals. The top five will be showcased at Pridefest on August …
Pride Idol 2024 Semi-finals
The Bistro 316 N Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois, United StatesJoin hosts Sharon and Celexa for a competition to find the best singers in Bloomington-Normal!July 11, 18, and 25 simply arrive at the Bistro, ready to perform your favorite karaoke song. A few will be selected each night to move on to July 26's semifinals. The top five will be showcased at Pridefest on August …
Drag Brunch at DESTIHL
Destihl Brewery and Beer Hall 1200 Greenbriar Drive, Normal, Illinois, United StatesCome to the Barrel Room at DESTIHL Beer Hall for a festive & fun brunch experience hosted by Bloomington-Normal drag royalty, Sharon ShareAlike! Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet and mimosas while you're treated to performances from Sharon and the area's most electric drag performers! Attendees must be 21+ and have a valid ID ready. Doors …
Over the Rainbow Youth Group
Meetings are open to registered LGBTQ+ youth and screened/trained adults. If your child is in junior high or high school and part of the queer community, register and join the fun. Over the Rainbow is not a therapy or support group. Instead, kids have opportunities to relax, be themselves, and develop regular friendships through shared …
Bloomington-Normal Pridefest
Downtown BloomingtonLike and follow the Pridefest Facebook page to stay up to date on the latest Bloomington-Normal Pridefest news! This is the sixth annual edition of the pridefest and it promises to be bigger and better than ever!
LGBTQIA+ Art Classes
Inside Out Art Cooperative 200 W. Monroe Street, Bloomington, Illinois, United StatesTeen art class 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., and adult art class 3 - 4 p.m. monthly! An opportunity for LGBTQIA+ people to create and get together! Light refreshments available.
Tiny Refuge House Concerts – Joy Zimmerman
Joy Zimmerman is a touring folk & acoustic roots singer-songwriter cultivating joy and community with a clear, rich voice. A multi-instrumentalist and former social worker, Joy brings audiences hope, humor, and connection. Performing as a solo artist or with other musicians, Joy blends storytelling with her eclectic songs. At home on guitar and violin, she …