# Event Details - **Event Name**: Link USA Chicago Prelude to Pride Celebration - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 13 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Wed, 13 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for a fun-filled Chicago Pride Celebration & Happy Hour at the iconic Center on Halsted rooftop terrace!About this EventJoin Link Chicago for Our Second Annual Prelude to Pride Celebration & Networking Happy Hour!We’re excited to kick off Pride season early with Link Chicago at our Second Annual Prelude to Pride Celebration a special May event that sets the stage for Pride Month before June officially begins. As Pride celebrations begin to bloom across the city, we’re gathering our community, allies, and industry professionals for an evening of connection, visibility, and celebration.Join us on the beautiful Center on Halsted Rooftop Terrace for an unforgettable happy hour filled with meaningful conversations, stunning skyline views, and shared Pride spirit. This event is all about coming together ahead of Pride Month to celebrate community, inclusivity, and the power of showing up - together.Enjoy an open bar, incredible company, and the energy of a space built to uplift and celebrate LGBTQ+ voices.Event Details📅 Thursday, May 14🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 Center on Halsted Rooftop Terrace(Indoor space reserved in case of inclement weather)🎟️ Tickets: $20🚗 Parking information is available on the Center on Halsted website.Why Center on Halsted?We’re proud to host this celebration at Center on Halsted, Chicago’s premier LGBTQ+ community center in the heart of Lakeview. More than just a venue, it’s a cornerstone of support, culture, and empowerment—providing mental health services, youth programming, arts initiatives, and vital advocacy work. Every dollar spent here helps sustain programs that uplift and protect our community.Dress CodeThis is your moment, dress for success, for Pride, and most importantly, for yourself. Whether that means a power suit, bold colors, glittery heels, or the outfit that makes you feel most like you, we welcome it all. Show up confident, authentic, and proud.We can’t wait to raise a glass with you as we celebrate our second annual Pride kickoff and usher in another joyful and powerful Pride season—right here in the heart of Chicago. 🌈Link USA is proud to partner with industry leaders who share our commitment to making the insurance industry the employer of choice for the LGBTQ+ community. We thank our sponsors for their vital support:Amwins, AXIS, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance, CNA, CRC Group, Crum & Forster, Gallagher Bassett, The Hartford, IAT, Marsh McLennan Agency, MEMIC, Ryan Specialty, Sompo, Tokio Marine North America ServicesEmployees of these organizations receive to our events. Please register using your corporate email address to redeem this benefit.Media NoticeLink USA captures photos and videos to celebrate our community and promote future programming. By attending, you acknowledge your likeness may be used for these purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed or wish to have an image removed, please notify a volunteer at check-in or contact us directly. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/e9cedd70-3481-11f1-b9d7-1342b3f1e3f2-rimg-w1109-h740-dcbbafa1-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/ea1d72a0-3481-11f1-97fe-0520c8f1a874-rimg-w494-h740-dcd1e1e8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/ea679b00-3481-11f1-99a0-e133baf342d3-rimg-w494-h740-dcdde6ea-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/eab0d900-3481-11f1-b9d7-1342b3f1e3f2-rimg-w1109-h740-dc181717-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/eaf36040-3481-11f1-99a0-e133baf342d3-rimg-w1109-h740-dc060a09-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/link-usa-chicago-prelude-to-pride-celebration/100001986747587516 - **Event Categories**: Art, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 23.18, max: 23.18, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Center on Halsted - **lat**: 41.9489773 - **long**: -87.6497045 - **full address**: Center on Halsted, 3656 North Halsted Street, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Link USA Chicago Prelude to Pride Celebration - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b0dac100b2e195791f8c9c73e4dbaf71b274ad7d424cf61226a8a16ad1d94ac1-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf1f1f0-gmir.jpg?v=1775786860 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Link USA Chicago Prelude to Pride Celebration being held? - **A:** Link USA Chicago Prelude to Pride Celebration takes place on Wed, 13 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Wed, 13 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Center on Halsted, 3656 North Halsted Street, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Link USA Chicago Prelude to Pride Celebration? - **A:** Tickets for Link USA Chicago Prelude to Pride Celebration are priced at USD 23 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 23 + USD 3 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Link USA Chicago Prelude to Pride Celebration? - **A:** Link USA Chicago Prelude to Pride Celebration is organized by LGBTQ+ Insurance Network (Link) USA. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Link USA Chicago Prelude to Pride Celebration is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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