CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- Macy's State Street announced Wednesday that Drag Brunch will be held at the world-famous Walnut Room for the first time in its history.
Chicagoans are invited to celebrate Pride Month with a Drag Brunch at the Walnut Room on June 12 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. In partnership with Flip Phone Events, these shows will be hosted by Chicago’s Lucy Stoole and feature performances by Ru Paul’s Drag Race season 2 contestant Kylie Sonique Love, 2021 Drag Queen of the Year Pageant winner Tenderoni, and Minneapolis-based drag queen Sasha Cassadine.
“We’re thrilled to honor Macy’s annual Pride + Joy celebrations in Chicago with the first Drag Brunch in the history of the world-famous Walnut Room,” said Matt Sarosy, Macy’s State Street Store Manager. “Macy’s is committed to fostering an inclusive culture and environment that inspires our colleagues and customers to be their authentic self every day. We look forward to welcoming Chicagoans and members of the LGBTQ+ community to this must-see show on June 12.”
Tickets are required for admission to Drag Brunch and will be available at 10 a.m. Friday, May 7, exclusively at flipphonevents.com. Tickets are available for $20 per person (plus applicable fees) and include a seat for the show, a $10 Macy’s gift card, and a Macy’s swag bag. Tickets will be sold in tables of two, four and six guests.
The Walnut Room will offer a special Drag Brunch menu, featuring colorful drinks. Food and drink are not included in the ticket purchase; all guests must purchase an entrée during the show.
Macy’s is committed to giving back, sharing joy and being there for the community in times of needs. Since 2019, Macy’s has raised $1.6 million to support the Trevor Project’s crisis and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth.
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