The big gay market madison wi
The Big Gay Market to host biggest event yet this weekend at Alliant Energy Center
On June 15 and 16, The Big Lgbtq+ Market (TBGM) will hold its Identity festival Market, where shoppers will be qualified to peruse goods from over 200 queer and Homosexual ally vendors at the Alliant Force Center.
Because this is the market’s biggest event yet, TBGM owners Ashley Shaw Adams and Ollie DiPietro approached the preparation process differently than they did previous iterations, which were held at the Wisconsin Rugby Complex in Cottage Grove.
“The stakes are higher so the problems are also bigger,” Shaw-Adams said. “But that does mean that it feels more rewarding afterwards.”
While The Large Gay Market has historically drawn crowds as big as 1,200 attendees, Shaw-Adams is hoping that with the bigger venue, this month’s market will take in a minimum of 10,000 people.
Finding ways to finance this market has been one of the biggest considerations during Shaw-Adams’ and DiPietro’s planning period. Back in November of 2023, TBGM launched a loan through Kiva, a zero-interest microloan crowdfunding platform that “expands financial access to help underserved communities thrive.”
TBGM was approved for a
The Big Gay Event Market
🏳️⚧️ CELEBRATE Celebration AT THE Great GAY MARKET 🏳️🌈
🗓️ June 13, 14, 15 - Alliant Energy Center, Madison, Wisconsin 🧀 Presented by our premier sponsor, The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce!
🏳️🌈 The Large Gay Market is proud to display our third annual PRIDE event! Be loud, proud, and full of pleasure as we unlock our doors to the community for our biggest Identity festival celebration yet!
🌙 Friday, June 13th - NIGHT MARKET! 6-10pm - 18+ ONLY, ticketed event 🎟️ Featuring exclusive NSFW vendors, a gay comedy show, goodie bags to the first 500 attendees, a first gaze at the market, and more! Catch tickets on our website -
https://www.thebiggaymarketllc.com/event-details-registration/friday-night-market-pride-2025 ✨
🌈 Saturday, June 14th - 10am-5pm - open to the public and FREE to attend! Participate speaking panels, shop over 180 homemade queer and ally vendors, meet local drag queens, and bask in gay joy and gender euphoria!
🤪 Kid's Comedy Show on Saturday morning! Hosted by Bring Your Kids Comedy out of Minneapolis - kid friendly laughs, free to attend! All are welcome! More information here:
https://www.thebiggaymarketllc.com/event-details-registration/kids-co
Chamber Events Calendar
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Chance, opportunity and prosperity favor the connected. Through our events, programs and resources, the Chamber is providing value to our members as a connector to ideas, people and business.
Join the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber for our Big Gay Coffee Connection on Saturday, June 14 at 9:00 a.m. in Madison for a joyful morning of conversation, connection, and celebration during Lgbtq+ fest Month!
Enjoy a free mimosa, light refreshments, and meaningful networking with Gay professionals, Chamber members, and allies. It’s the matchless way to start your weekend surrounded by people and shared values.
Plus, you’ll be first in line when the Big Gay Pride Market opens its doors at 10:00 a.m. This event is held in partnership with the Market, which continues throughout the weekend with vendors, entertainment, and plenty of Pride-filled fun.
📍 Alliant Power Center – Madison
🕘 Saturday, June 14 | 9:00 a.m.
Pride Month may officially be in June, but Madison knows how to keep the celebration going all summer long. With a vibrant mix of markets, festivals, educational events and community gatherings, there are plenty of ways to show your Pride, help LGBTQ+ communities and have some fun across Dane County. Here are some can’t-miss events happening in and around Madison this summer!
June 13 - The Giant Gay PRIDE Night Market
An 18+ evening full of queer delight, local vendors and delicious nourishment. Celebrate community and creativity in one fabulous night. Don’t overlook the Queer and Funny Comedy Group and Black and Entertaining Comedy Group from Minneapolis, bringing the laughs all evening long.
June 13 - Delta Pride 2025
Delta Beer Lab is hosting a celebration of inclusivity and acceptance with great beer, music and community vibes, plus queer-friendly local vendors!
June 14 - Middleton Self-acceptance 2025
Join The Good Neighbor Metropolis for its second Middleton Identity festival Festival! This is a family-friendly celebration of the LGBTQ+ group. This year’s festival will comprise two Drag Story Hours (from both Kings and Queens), performances from local school ensembles and home-grown DJ Stu and nearly 30 vendors,