Then do a little neighborhood shopping at the spots like Foursided, where unusual gifts and chic decor stack the shelves. Fill up the rest of your morning with a self-guided tour of The Legacy Walk, a one-of-a-kind outdoor museum walk that celebrates LGBTQ+ history and heroes.Įnjoy elevated pub fare in cozy surroundings at Wilde (grab a leather booth or a spot by the fireplace).
Stroll along North Halsted Street - lined with fabulous shopping, trendy restaurants, lively bars, and energetic dance clubs - and grab some brunch at rustic-chic Hutch American Bistro or laidback mainstay Drew’s on Halsted. Home to boutique shopping, vibrant nightlife, and one of the oldest LGBTQ+ communities in the United States, the East Lakeview neighborhood of Northalsted (aka Boystown) has an energy all its own. Here’s how to spend a weekend exploring Chicago’s LGBTQ+ communities. Whether you love the nonstop party vibe or a little Midwestern charm, Chicago’s inclusive neighborhoods offer something for everyone. You’ll need more than two days to hit all of Chicago’s LGBTQ+ hotspots - but a weekend here is a good start.
