Under his direction, the Pride Parade became one of the most-celebrated events in Chicago, drawing crowds of 30-40 people deep on streets and over 1 million spectators. 6, 2019, but left a lasting legacy in the Chicago LGBTQ+ community. This year's parade honors Richard Pfeiffer, the coordinator of Chicago Pride Parade since 1974 and beloved member of Chicago's Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame. This will be the first time in two years the Chicago Pride Parade takes place since the COVID-19 pandemic. The parade features colorful floats, decorated vehicles, musical talent, walking contingents and local government officials all in support of the LGBTQ+ community. The route winds through Northside neighborhoods and ends at Diversey Parkway and Sheridan in Lincoln Park. The 51st Annual Pride Parade kicks off in Uptown at Montrose Avenue and North Broadway. 'As we celebrate cultural inclusion and acceptance, we applaud the vibrant LGBTQ+ community that is so important to our city.' 'ABC7 has supported Pride for almost two decades, and we are thrilled to continue that commitment with a two-hour live parade broadcast,' said John Idler, president and general manager of ABC7 Chicago. Scheduled to ride on the ABC7 Chicago float this year are ABC7's very own Cheryl Burton, Ryan Chiaverini, Roz Varon, Sarah Schulte, Liz Nagy and Tre Ward.
