One year after the Stonewall uprising, Chicago's 1st Gay Pride Week took place and culminated in 150-200 lesbians and gay men gathering at a Pride Rally and March in Bughouse Square (now known as Washington Square Park). Related: Mayor Emanuel proclaims June as LGBT Pride Month in Chicago There are two suggested themes for this year's parade: 'Vida la Vida', and 'Stand Up, Stand Proud.' HISTORY: The parades commemorate the Stonewall rebellion that took place on Jwhen patrons of a New York City gay bar, the Stonewall Inn, fought back during a raid by police. At that time gay bars were frequently raided across the country. That night, bar patrons fought back and street demonstrations continued for several days. During that week gay liberation groups were formed, thus giving birth to the modern day LGBT rights movement.

The parade is the culmination of a full month of activities known as June Pride Month in Chicago. The 48th annual Chicago Pride Parade steps off at noon - rain or shine - Sunday, June 25 at Broadway and Montrose in the Uptown neighborhood.