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Shedd Pride Night

Two otters cuddle with rainbow lines radiating out on pride night graphic

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Join Shedd Aquarium and A Queer Pride in celebrating our vibrant and creative LGBTQ+ community! Kick off Pride Month festivities in style with a memorable Pride Night at Shedd featuring multiple DJs and an ocean-themed drag showcase. 

Discover the wonders of the aquatic animal world in an environment that welcomes and embraces all identities, all while making new friends and reconnecting with old ones. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to convene together to embrace the diversity of our community!

Ages

Age: 21+

Photo ID required for entry

Date and time

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Price

Non-Chicago resident starts at $39.95

Chicago resident $19.95

Members $14.95

  • A tiny but colorful cuttlefish spreads its tentacles striped in maroon, yellow and white.
  • Drag queen performs at Pride Night
  • A mandarin dragonet twists to face a camera. Its right orange tail and back fins are visible behind its shockingly blue front fins and brightly yellow-spotted head.
  • Skyline of Chicago with Navy Pier & fireworks
  • Drag queen DJing Pride Night

Accessibility 

We believe there should be no boundaries to your Shedd Aquarium experience. If you have an accommodation request related to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

Our Building is Evolving

We are in the process of transforming our building as part of Shedd's Centennial Commitment. You may see construction fences, walls and trailers that indicate these changes are in progress.