Naper Pride

05/31/2026

Hey, jump in with us and say Happy Birthday to a guy who ALWAYS has love for the Rainbow community in his heart. Happy Birthday Tom, and have a very Happy Pride!!

Happy Birthday to our favorite owner, boss, and dad! 🎉🎂
If you’re in this week and see Tom, be sure to wish him a very happy birthday! 🎈🥳

05/31/2026

Building community with love

From the AIDS crisis to today’s attacks on trans youth, intergenerational LGBTQ+ community spaces continue to offer mentorship, resilience, and proof that q***r futures are possible.

05/31/2026

Illinois has a LOT of Pride!

05/30/2026

We DO go together, and we want you to go with us! Join us as we celebrate Pride month with our neighbors, Aurora, IL Pride.

The 2026 Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, Illinois, takes place on Sunday, June 14, 2026, starting at 12:00 PM.

The annual family-friendly celebration features colorful floats, spirited performances, and community groups

Our theme this year is:

Grease - Be With The One That You Want!!

We'll be arriving early (time & location TBD) to set up our float. Drop in for bagels, coffee, and community.

Dress up as your favorite character, or just come as yourself and join in the fun!!

Sign up via email to [email protected], or message us here on Facebook

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05/30/2026

Our community has suffered a great loss. Anthony was an unwavering and true advocate. Rest in power.

05/29/2026

Naper Pride is partnering with Standard Goods Naperville in the Naper Pride Annual Pride Flag give-away.

During the month of June we will be giving flags away at no cost starting tomorrow, May 30th.

Here's how it works:

If your Pride and/or American flag is stolen, vandalized, missing in action, or you just don't have one, Naper Pride will provide one to you at no cost.

We have 2 flag types:

1. Progressive Pride Flag
2. American Flag

We absolutely encourage everyone to fly both.

As much as we'd like to provide everyone with the flag that resonates the deepest with them, it's logistically prohibitive. We hope that you understand.

There are no residency requirements to benefit from this program, that includes our out-of-state family.

Flags can be picked up, dropped off, or mailed.

You can pick up your flag(s) at Standard Goods during normal business hours. Located in Naperville's vibrant downtown area, just off of Jackson Ave and S. Washington St., this store has the Standard Good vibe their customers know and love, but with a Midwestern touch. Go check them out and get your flag!

235 S Washington St, Naperville, IL 60540

M-Thu 10am - 8pm
F-S 10am - 10pm
S 11am - 7pm

If you'd like to request a flag to be delivered or shipped, contact us at:

[email protected]

Please include your contact information and whether you need it dropped off or shipped. Drop off is available to Illinois residents within a 5 mile radius of downtown Naperville.

If you'd like to make a donation to help us keep our flags in stock and order new styles we'd appreciate it.

$10 will buy 5 flags
$20 will buy 10 flags
$50 will buy 100 flags

Donate at www.naperpride.org

05/28/2026

The Naperville Police Department has become aware of a larger teen gathering planned for the evening of June 1st. In the interest of public safety, we have made the decision to cancel the Carillon Pride Lighting event scheduled for June 1st.

Please do not come to Rotary Hill and avoid downtown Naperville.

This is not about fear, backing down, or allowing others to push us out of our space. This is about making a common sense decision when circumstances warrent.

Instead we're going to go over to the Lisle Village Hall and watch them present a Pride Proclamation at 7pm. Hope to see you all there.

The Carillon will still light up, we're still q***r AF, and Pride is forever. We can see it another day.

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We are aware of a teen gathering planned for Monday, June 1, in downtown Naperville. In an effort to help ensure the safety of everyone in our community, residents and visitors can expect to see a significant police presence in and around the downtown area. We welcome those who wish to gather lawfully and respectfully enjoy our community. However, anyone who chooses to engage in criminal activity, disorderly conduct, or acts that threaten public safety will be met with zero tolerance and held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.