Chisago Lakes Pride

06/15/2026

There are still more local events happening during Pride Month! Be sure to check out Midsummer Pride! It is a fantastic event! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈✨

🌈🏳️‍🌈It’s PRIDE MONTH at Franconia🏳️‍🌈🌈 and our Midsummer Pride Party is coming up on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 4pm-8pm!!

One of many fabulous features of the party is a family-friendly drag show by Tooth & Nails Drag:

Tooth & Nails Drag performers Hymenn Opus, Crow Shay, and Strange perform across the Twin Cities, giving q***r artists a stage to share their skills. Drag shows at the Midsummer Pride Party will take place at 5:00 and 6:15PM and run approximately 40 minutes. 💸🤑 Bring cash to tip performers!

06/14/2026

What an absolutely beautiful day at Chisago Lakes Pride 2026! 🌈✨

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for the 3rd annual Chisago Lakes Pride event at Paradise Park. From our amazing 5K fun run and the fantastic live music from the Barley Jacks to the kids' activities and local vendors, the energy was nothing short of magical.

A massive thank you to all the volunteers, sponsors, performers, and community partners who helped create such a welcoming, family-friendly, and inclusive space for our LGBTQ+ neighbors and allies.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, celebrated, and spread love in our community. We couldn't do this without you, and we are so grateful for your continued support! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️✨

🚨 📸 If you have any photos that you took at the event that you’d like to share, please comment them below or share them with us via email or direct message! We would love to share and use them for future events! ⭐️🌈

06/13/2026

TODAY IS THE DAY!🌈✨

We are so incredibly proud to gather with our community by the water at Paradise Park. Come exactly as you are and celebrate love, visibility, and belonging in the Chisago Lakes area.

🗓️June 13th, 2026
📍 Paradise Park, Chisago City
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: FREE!

The Lineup:
👟 Morning Pride 5K
🎶 Live music from The Barley Jacks
🛍️ Local art vendors
🎨 Kids activities
🚚 Delicious food trucks
🎈 Family-friendly games
🤝 Community resource booths
& MORE!

Thank you to everyone who has been involved with putting this event together. It couldn’t have been done without you! It is so appreciated. ✨

Let's make it a beautiful day! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️💛

06/12/2026

CHISAGO LAKES PRIDE 2026 – EVENT SCHEDULE 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Join us Saturday, June 13th at Paradise Park in Chisago City for a day of community, celebration, entertainment, and family-friendly fun!

🗓️ Saturday, June 13th, 2026
📍 Paradise Park, Chisago City
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

🕙 10:00 AM
🌈 Event Opens

📚 10:30 AM
Children’s Storytime with the Librarian

🏃 10:45 AM
5K & 1-Mile Fun Run Participants Gather at the Balloon Arch

🏁 11:00 AM
Pride 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run Begins

📣 12:15 PM
Welcome, Event Announcements & Sponsor Recognition

🎶 12:30 PM
Live Music from Barley Jacks

☕ 1:30 PM
Band Intermission

📣 1:45 PM
Additional Sponsor Recognition & Pride Bingo Drawing Announcements

🎶 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Barley Jacks Continue Performance

🧹 3:00 PM
Event Concludes

🎉 HAPPENING ALL DAY 🎉

🎨 Face Painting
🧒 Kid Zone Activities
🛍️ Local Vendors & Community Organizations
🍔 Food Trucks
☕ Coffee Truck
🏖️ Beach & Park Access
🏳️‍🌈 Pride Bingo
📸 Photo Opportunities
💜 Community Connection & Celebration

Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs, and Pride spirit! We can’t wait to celebrate with you.✨

06/11/2026

None of this happens without the amazing people and businesses who show up for our community. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

A sincere THANK YOU to our 2026 Chisago Lakes Pride sponsors! Your continued support allows us to create a safe, welcoming, and vibrant space for everyone in the Chisago Lakes area and beyond.

Please help us show some love to the local businesses and families who invest in our community:

🥇 Pride Champion:
Bruyere Books & Tea

🏅 Pride Supporter:
Christ Lutheran Church

⭐️ Pride Friend:
Alan Honn Glass
Hazelden Betty Ford
Diesel Rocker
Simply Spotless Cleaning Services

✨ Community Ally:
Mackenzie Turk Counseling LLC
Driscoll Family

Thank you sponsors!✨

06/10/2026

🌈 The wait is almost over-Chisago Lakes Pride is THIS SATURDAY!

Join us at Paradise Park this weekend as we celebrate identity and our vibrant LGBTQ+ community. Bring the whole family for an amazing lineup of activities:

🏃‍♀️ 5k walk/run
🛍️ Local artisans and community booths
🌮 Delicious food trucks
🎨 Kids' activities & more!
🎻 We are so thrilled to highlight that the Barley Jacks will be playing live music to keep the energy just right. 🎶

Let’s come together, support local businesses, and have a celebration of community!

🗓️ Saturday, June 13th, 2026
⏰ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
📍 Paradise Park, Chisago City

Link in our bio to donate or get last-minute details. See you there! 🏳️‍🌈✨

🔗 Donate or more info here: http://tr.ee/6GPEV3

06/09/2026

None of this happens without the amazing people and businesses who show up for our community. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ ✨

A huge thank you to our 2026 Chisago Lakes Pride Champion sponsor Bruyere Books & Tea. Your continued support allows us to create a safe, welcoming, and vibrant space for everyone in the Chisago Lakes area and beyond!

🥇Pride Champion:
Bruyere Books & Tea

Please help us show some love to a local business who invests in our community!

Thank you!✨

06/06/2026

Our official vendor and community booth list for the 3rd annual Chisago Lakes Pride is here! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️✨

Join us for a beautiful day by the water filled with food, resources, and local makers!

🗓️ Saturday, June 13, 2026
10-3pm
Paradise Park in Chisago City, MN

Want to be part of the event? Email us or register here: https://tr.ee/6GPEV3

We can’t wait to see you there!☀️

06/06/2026

Be sure to stop by this wonderful event after Chisago Lakes Pride on June 13th, 2026!✨

Hello Adventurers!!
Reminder that on June 13th after the Chisago Lakes Pride Author Catherine Lundoff - Author/Editor Page will be joining us at Wolfe Tomes at 3PM! Meet and greet and get your books signed!! We still have a couple copies at the store of Silver Moon! Otherwise, she will have copies to sell on the day as well!

05/29/2026

IT’S ALMOST TIME🌈✨We are about 2 weeks away from the 3rd annual Chisago Lakes Pride celebration!

Saturday, June 13th, 2026
Paradise Park, Chisago City
10am - 3pm

Join us in a family-friendly celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride in the Chisago Lakes area! All are welcome! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️✨

A beautiful day by the water at Paradise Park in Chisago City, MN featuring:
🎶 Live music
🏃‍♀️ A 5K fun run
🎨 Kids' activities
🍕 Food vendors
🛍️ Community & vendor booths
and more! ✨

🚨 Get involved and/or register for:

5K Fun Run
Community booth
Vendor booth
Food vendor

👉 Link to register: https://tr.ee/6GPEV3

Be sure to like, share, and spread the word! We look forward to seeing you there!! ✨🌈