Atlanta

Atlanta has emerged as a major LGBTQ+ destination in the Southeast, with Midtown serving as the primary gay neighborhood. The city is home to a diverse queer community and hosts Atlanta Pride, one of the largest Pride celebrations in the region. Popular venues include Blake's on the Park, Heretic, and The Eagle. Atlanta's growing LGBTQ+ scene, combined with its role as a major business and cultural hub in the South, makes it an important center for queer life and activism in the region.

Sleek space hosting rotating, contemporary art exhibits, plus weddings & special occasions.

Kai Lin Art

Finca To Filter Coffee is a restaurant in Atlanta. Located at 652 Angier Ave NE Suite A, Atlanta, GA 30308, USA.

Finca To Filter Coffee

Cozy bookstore in a purple house specializing in feminist & cultural studies titles, plus kids' lit.

Charis Books and More

Charis Books & More

Menswear chain offering brand-name suits, casual attire, shoes & accessories, plus tuxedo rentals.

Drew Lewis Menswear

Church-themed bar with picnic-style eats, church-organ karaoke & weekly Ping-Pong tournaments.

Sister Louisa’s Church

Unpretentious gay watering hole with pool tables, a jukebox, free Wi-Fi, poker nights & more.

Friends on Ponce

Straight-friendly gay bar & neighborhood hangout with karaoke, live DJs & drag shows since 1988.

Blake’s On The Park

A rotating lineup of DJs & performers take the stage at this gay nightclub with theme nights.

The Heretic

Low-key gay leather bar with pool, dancing, karaoke & frequent theme nights.

Atlanta Eagle

Lost-N-Found Youth is a shop in Atlanta. Located at 2585 Chantilly Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30324, USA.

Lost-N-Found Youth

Offering numerous screens to watch the game, this comfy gay hangout serves hearty pub fare.

Woofs Sports Bar

A wide variety of drinks are available at this small gay night spot with DJs & a dance floor.

Bulldogs

Vibrant, industrial-style gay bar with beer on tap, plus pool tables, DJ music & male dancers.

BJ Roosters

Casual bar boasting arcade games & pinball & dishing up jumbo burgers & reimagined bar bites.

Joystick Gamebar

Out Front Theatre Company is a venue in Atlanta. Located at 999 Brady Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, USA.

Out Front Theatre Company

Individually designed rooms & suites in an elegant, historic mansion powered by solar panels.

Stonehurst Place

Men's clothing store with fashionable suits, casual shirts & swimwear targeted at local gay males.

Boy Next Door Menswear

Southern Fried Queer Pride

Garden View Massage is a venue in Atlanta. Located at 650 Ponce De Leon Ave NE #600A, Atlanta, GA 30308, USA.

Garden View Massage

Small gallery space featuring rotating exhibitions that explore the impact of design on art & life.

Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA)

An energetic gay bar with regular karaoke shows, performers, DJs, dancing & drink specials.

Felix's Atlanta

Martini bar playing music videos & offering several weekly theme nights, such as one for show tunes.

Oscar's Atlanta

Relaxed bar caters to a gay & mixed-orientation crowd with karaoke & DJs spinning alternative tunes.

Mary's

Homey, art-filled coffee shop with sandwiches, from-scratch baked goods & open-mike nights.

Hodgepodge Coffee

Outwrite Bookstore and Coffeehouse is a shop in Atlanta. Located at 991 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, USA.

Outwrite Bookstore and Coffeehouse

A casual gay bar with pool, darts, pinball & other games, plus theme nights & drink specials.

The Hideaway

Casual locale offering all-day brunch including biscuits & rum-soaked French toast.

Ria's Bluebird

Tiny eatery with shaded patio offering a simple, daily changing menu of soups & sandwiches.

Metro Fresh

Colorful eatery offering classic tacos & vegetarian options, plus a lively bar serving margaritas.

Guac y Margys

Quaint cafe serving South American eats such as empanadas, ceviche, and sandwiches, plus coffee and wine.

El Viñedo Local

Hip neighborhood trattoria with patio serves Italian comfort food, plus a full bar & dance parties.

Noni's

JenChan's is a restaurant in Atlanta. Located at 186 Carroll St SE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA.

JenChan's

Relaxed counter-serve spot serving locally sourced chicken sausage hot dogs, sliders & wraps.

Delia's Chicken Sausage Stand

Bistro with outdoor seating serves classic American fare for breakfast, brunch & lunch.

Babs Midtown

A wide range of merchandise, including many gay & lesbian items, at a variety store open since 1989.

Brushstrokes

This historic area is now a shopping & entertainment center with eateries, events & tours.

Peach ATL

The Georgia Voice is a venue in Atlanta. Located at 633 Pryor St SW #2789, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA.

The Georgia Voice

David Magazine is a venue in Atlanta. Located at 1874 Piedmont Ave NE #370c, Atlanta, GA 30324, USA.

David Magazine

Mexican food & margaritas are accompanied by vibrant decor & gift shop stocked with handmade goods.

No Mas Mexican Hacienda and Cantina

Lesbian nightspot in a 2-story setting featuring local beer, dancing, live shows & a pub menu.

My Sister’s Room

Trivia Night

A free trivia night with prizes at Woofs Atlanta.

$7 Margaritas every Thursday. Tasty dinner options too! Open til 9 pm.

MetroFresh

$7 Margaritas

A weekly event offering $7 margaritas and tasty dinner options every Thursday evening.

A Black History celebration screening of 'The Inquisitor' at Look Cinemas.

Look Cinemas

Black Power Showcase: THE INQUISITOR

An event titled 'Black Power Showcase: THE INQUISITOR' scheduled for February 26, 2026, from 19:00 to 22:00. Further details are not provided in the content.

A themed matchmaking event focused on Sapphic singles, taking place in Atlanta. Participants will engage in a mystery match activity designed to foster connections within the LGBTQ+ community.

My Sister's Room

Sapphic Mystery Match Night

Woofs Music Bingo - all your favorite hits, cold drinks, and a little friendly competition. Mark the songs, vibe with the crowd, and let the music do the rest. Free to Play, Prizes to Win!

Music Bingo

A fun community event where participants play music-themed bingo, enjoy drinks, and compete for prizes.

The event 'Out & Abt Atlanta February' is scheduled to take place at My Sisters Room in Atlanta, GA, from February 28, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM and continuing until March 1, 2026, at 3:00 AM. It features a Y2K and Valentine's Day theme, with a duration of approximately 7 hours. The event is in person and organized by Out & Abt. The venue address is 1104 Crescent Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30309.

My Sisters Room

Out & Abt Atlanta February

A monthly drag competition featuring creativity, impersonation, and growth, hosted by Ivana Hero at MSR in Atlanta. The event's first theme is 'First Impressions: Celebrity Illusion,' focusing on impersonation and character work. Tickets are priced at $10, with doors opening at 7 PM, and the event runs from 8:00 PM to 11:59 PM on March 1, 2026.

Versus! Drag Competition: First Impressions

An art pop drag show titled 'REPLAY (Justice For)' is scheduled to take place on March 4, 2026, starting at 21:00 and ending at 00:00. The event features performances by drag artists and is part of the local Toronto events scene. Further details and updates can be found on the event's webpage.

Lore

REPLAY (Justice For) ArtPop Drag Show

A weekly event offering $7 margaritas and tasty dinner options at MetroFresh.

A fun night of music-themed bingo with drinks, prizes, and friendly competition at Woofs Atlanta.

A dance party celebrating Lady Gaga, following the drag show.

Club Mayhem: Lady Gaga Night

A lively dance event featuring gay pop music, with DJs Devon Rex and Justin Face, celebrating a heated rivalry. The event is part of Atlanta's LGBTQ+ dance culture.

Club Cottage: Heated Rivalry Dance Party

A rave event hosted at My Sister's Room on March 7, 2026, starting at 22:00 and ending at 03:00 on March 8, 2026. The event features downstairs house music and upstairs dubstep, encouraging attendees to grow and flow together, bringing props for an immersive experience.

Bloom Rave Night MSR

Fundraising event honoring Coco Iman Star with categories including fundraising, interview, talent, formal presentation, and Q&A.

Mac XXX Joining Hearts 2026

Join us for a day of action beginning at Atlanta City Hall and ending at the Georgia State Capitol for an advocacy training, rally and assisted legislator contact.

Atlanta City Hall

Pride to the Capitol

Pride to the Capitol: Liberty and Justice for All, celebrating LGBTQ+ pride with a parade and festivities.

Atlanta Pride Parade and Celebration

A weekly event offering $7 margaritas and dinner options at MetroFresh.

A fun music-themed bingo game with favorite songs, drinks, and prizes at Woofs Atlanta.

A themed party taking place at My Sister’s Room in Atlanta, featuring hot pink, sparkles, platforms, and Y2K glam. The event is scheduled for Thursday, March 12, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM. Attendees are encouraged to dress in vibrant, glamorous styles and enjoy music and dancing in a lively, community-oriented atmosphere.

Barbie, Bratz & Baddies Party

Third show added for the Pub Acoustic series, featuring live performances at Monday Night Garage.

Monday Night Garage

Pub Acoustic

Due to the high demand for our Pub AGMC show, we have added a third show.

Pub AGMC Show

A concert where the Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus performs in a lively pub setting.

Join us for a vibrant celebration of music, art, and community. Featuring live performances, art installations, food vendors, and family-friendly activities.

Music & Arts Festival

Atlanta Arts Council

Join us for a vibrant music festival featuring local and national artists. Enjoy live performances, food trucks, and family-friendly activities.

park

Music Fest Atlanta

Atlanta Music Events

Monthly drag performances featuring local and guest drag artists.

Lips Atlanta

Monthly Drag Show

An event titled 'SPRING MINI-FEST'26: A Deeper Love: The Story of Miss Peppermint' scheduled for March 17, 2026, from 19:00 to 22:00. Further details are not provided.

Landmark's Midtown Art Cinema

SPRING MINI-FEST'26: A Deeper Love: The Story of Miss Peppermint

An event scheduled for March 18, 2026, from 18:30 to 20:00, part of the Queer All Year 2026 series. Further details are not provided.

SPRING MINI-FEST'26: In Transit

An event titled 'SPRING MINI-FEST'26: Love Letters' scheduled to take place on March 19, 2026, from 18:30 to 20:15. Further details are not provided.

SPRING MINI-FEST'26: Love Letters

A community event where participants play music-themed bingo, enjoy cold drinks, and have fun competing for prizes.

A scheduled event titled 'SPRING MINI-FEST'26: Bookends' taking place on March 19, 2026, from 20:30 to 22:00. Further details are not provided.

SPRING MINI-FEST'26: Bookends

Join us for the Growing With Pride: Community Tree Planting Day on March 21, 2026, from 09:00 to 12:00. This event aims to enhance urban green spaces through community involvement in planting trees. Participants will have the opportunity to contribute to the sustainability and beauty of Toronto's environment. The event will take place at a designated location in Toronto, with details available on the event webpage. No specific host is listed, but it is organized by Trees Atlanta, a nonprofit dedicated to urban forestry.

Piedmont Park

Growing With Pride: Community Tree Planting Day

Join the Nashville-based Pop/Rock duo 76TH STREET for an epic live concert at MSR My Sisters Room in Atlanta, GA, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM. The event features special guest Tornsey and is part of their North America tour. The duo, known for their soulful harmonies and empowering LGBTQ+ anthems, will perform their hit single 'Girl' and other emotionally rich songs. Doors open at 7 PM, and attendees must be 21 or older. The concert celebrates self-discovery, independence, and queer joy, creating an inclusive space for fans to feel seen and empowered.

76th Street North America Tour 2026

A live music performance by Nashville's popular pop/rock duo with an after party.

LOCATION TBD

Free Clothing Drive

A community event offering free clothing donations for everyone.

A fun community music bingo night with popular songs, drinks, and prizes at Woofs Atlanta.

A celebration event for Robyn featuring dance music, scheduled to start at 22:00 and end at 03:00, taking place on March 28, 2026, in Toronto.

Robyn Dance Party Celebration

Celebrate the release of sexential with DJ Neonhorror, Robyn, and Club Lore.

Lore's One Year Anniversary Party

Virtual

Virtual Gup Shup

A virtual social gathering for the queer community to chat and connect online.

Georgia State Legislature

Sine Die

A community event marking the final day of a legislative session at the Georgia State Legislature.

Join us for the JH39 Change of Seasons event, celebrating 39 years of community impact supporting HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and housing in Atlanta. The event features two parties on Saturday, April 18, 2026: a Tea Dance from 3 PM to 7 PM with Joe Gauthreaux's global house music, and a Night Party from 10 PM to 3 AM with DJ Paulo's energetic LA-inspired set. Tickets are available for individual events or a combo ticket for both. Must be 21+ with valid ID. All proceeds support the Joining Hearts mission.

JH39 Change of Seasons (Tea and Night)

Joining Hearts

Kick off Atlanta Bear Pride at Woofs Atlanta, a popular sports bar located at 494 Plasters Ave NE, Atlanta, GA. The event is scheduled for Friday, April 24, 2026, from 19:00 to 21:00 EDT. It is a public event organized by Atlanta Bear Pride and Alan Collins, serving as the opening celebration for Atlanta Bear Pride.

WOOFS KICK OFF PARTY

The 11th Annual Atlanta Bear Pride event featuring DJ Tony Moran, held from April 24th to 26th, 2026, at The Heretic in Atlanta. A celebration with performances, community gathering, and entertainment.

Atlanta Bear Pride 2026

An event titled 'BEAR INVASION' scheduled for April 24, 2026, starting at 21:00 and ending at 03:00. Further details are not provided.

BEAR INVASION

An after-hours event titled 'FRIDAY AFTER HOURS – XION' scheduled to take place on April 25, 2026, from 03:00 to 07:00. Additional details about the event are not provided.

FRIDAY AFTER HOURS – XION

An outdoor tea dance event scheduled for April 25, 2026, from 15:00 to 20:00. Further details are not provided.

RANDY Outdoor Tea Dance

Join over 1,000 guys for the Atlanta Bear Pride 2026 main event on Saturday, April 25th, 2026, at The Heretic in Atlanta. The event features dancing, live beats by Tony Moran, hot dancers, and a lively atmosphere from 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM. Hosted by Matt Bearracuda and JP Hardy, this celebration is part of Atlanta Bear Pride, welcoming attendees aged 21 and over.

BEARRACUDA ATLANTA

An after-hours event at XION during Atlanta Bear Pride, starting on April 26, 2026, with doors opening at 3:00 am and continuing until 7:00 am. The event features music and entertainment provided by DJ MICKY FRIEDMANN and is hosted by The Bearracuda Crew. It takes place at the 2069 Events Center, located below Heretic at 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA.

SATURDAY AFTER HOURS – XION

Join the Atlanta Bear Pride for a Sunday Funday event at Woof's Atlanta on April 26, 2026, from 16:00 to 19:00. The event is hosted by Atlanta Bear Pride and Alan Collins, and will take place at Woofs Atlanta, located at 494 Plasters Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30324-3913, United States. Enjoy a lively afternoon with fellow attendees in a welcoming environment.

Sunday Funday at Woof's

Celebration event for Atlanta Bear Pride with music by GOONZ, featuring a closing party at The Heretic. No cover charge.

2069 Events, LLC

Closing Party - Atlanta Bear Pride 2026

Join us for the Atlanta Bear Pride Closing Party at Heretic, located at 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta. The event takes place on April 26, 2026, with doors opening at 7:00 pm and the party continuing until 12:00 am. Enjoy music and entertainment provided by GOONZ, hosted by The Bearracuda Crew. This event is part of a larger weekend celebration of Atlanta's LGBTQ+ community and is free to attend.

CLOSING PARTY

An exclusive brunch affair featuring performances and entertainment.

Truth Midtown

Sexy Sundays

Join us for Dance Moms Drag Brunch on April 30, 2026, from 12:00 to 14:00 in Toronto. Experience an energetic and entertaining drag performance combined with a brunch event. For more details, visit the event page.

Dance Moms Drag Brunch

Join us for the first Salad Tossing Night of 2026 in Toronto. The event begins at 20:30 and offers a fun, social atmosphere centered around tossing salads. For more details, visit the event page.

Atlanta

Upcoming Events

Trivia Night

$7 Margaritas

Black Power Showcase: THE INQUISITOR

Black Power Showcase: THE INQUISITOR

Sapphic Mystery Match Night

Music Bingo

Out & Abt Atlanta February

Versus! Drag Competition: First Impressions

Upcoming Pride & World Events

Atlanta Pride 2026

Sports Leagues

FrontRunners Atlanta

Hotlanta Softball (NAGAAA member)

National Flag Football League of Atlanta

Pride Sports Atlanta (GO Kickball)

Community Groups

Businesses & Venues

Kai Lin Art

Finca To Filter Coffee

Charis Books and More

Charis Books & More

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