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.

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

My Sister’s Room

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

Bulldogs

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

Woofs Sports Bar

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

Atlanta Eagle

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

The Heretic

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

Blake’s On The Park

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

Friends on Ponce

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

Sister Louisa’s Church

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

Charis Books & More

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

BJ Roosters

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

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

Joystick Gamebar

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

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

No Mas Mexican Hacienda and Cantina

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

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

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

Hodgepodge Coffee

Charis Books and More

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

Drew Lewis Menswear

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

Lost-N-Found Youth

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

Outwrite Bookstore and Coffeehouse

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

Out Front Theatre Company

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)

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

The Hideaway

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

El Viñedo Local

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

Babs Midtown

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

Boy Next Door Menswear

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

Brushstrokes

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

Kai Lin Art

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

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

Peach ATL

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

Stonehurst Place

Southern Fried Queer Pride

PrideLake Festival 2026 is scheduled for September 12, from 14:00 to 22:00 at Pine Lake Beach + Park, Pine Lake, Georgia. The event aims to build community and cooperation among LGBTQ+ members and allies, featuring a variety of activities, entertainment, and a focus on inclusivity and diversity. It is part of PrideLake's annual efforts, including their Gayla fundraiser in July and Pride Protestival in September, to create a safe and welcoming space for self-expression and awareness.

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PrideLake Festival 2026

Blake's On The Park ATL

Atlanta Angels

A drag show featuring a talented cast at Blake's on the Park.

Equality Fest 2026 is an all-day outdoor festival celebrating LGBTQ+ and minority voices through music, art, drag, and activism. Taking place on September 13, 2026, from 14:00 to 22:00 at Midland Greenway, 682 Grove St, Gainesville, GA, it features performances, community activities, local vendors, and dazzling drag stars, fostering a joyful and inclusive environment.

Midland Greenway

Equality Fest 2026

Bingo event hosted by Ruby Redd, benefiting Georgia Equality. All tips go to the queens supporting Georgia Equality's work.

Ruby Redd's Birdcage Bingo

Georgia Equality

A weekly drag bingo night to support Georgia Equality.

Then we are closing Sept out with the DREAM v SKY game! Let’s show Chicago we not to be messed with Bankhead Barbie included

RT60

DREAM VS. SKY ROOFTOP PREGAME

Black Queer Atlanta

A rooftop pregame event to watch the Dream vs. Sky game in Chicago.

State Farm Arena

LAST HOME GAME! DREAM VS. SKY

A community basketball game between the Atlanta Dream and Chicago Sky with a pregame mixer, celebrating D9 day and HBCU day.

An in-person support group for individuals aged 18 and above, including those questioning their gender or coming out as trans in adulthood. The group provides a facilitated space to discuss gender, social issues, and activism, welcoming allies, spouses, and partners. Facilitated by Charis Circle's Executive Director, E.R. Anderson, the meeting occurs on the third Monday of each month at Charis Books & More in Decatur, GA. The event is free, with a suggested donation to support Charis Circle's mission of fostering feminist communities and social justice.

Trans & Friends--Adult Group--In Person Meeting

Abora Poriya - Central Park Theatre

A weekly drag bingo night supporting Georgia Equality.

Macon Pride 2026 is a weeklong celebration of love and identity taking place in Middle Georgia from September 25 to September 27, 2026. The festival features visibility campaigns, performances, art, and advocacy to honor LGBTQ+ communities and create spaces for joy. Events include family-friendly activities like an Interfaith Worship Service and Family Picnic, as well as late-night drag shows such as Haus Party, offering something for everyone. The event aims to promote pride and inclusivity in the region.

3rd Street Park

Macon Pride 2026

AIDS Walk Atlanta 2026: Music Festival & 5K Run. Support Georgia Equality by joining their team or donating. Funds raised for Georgia Equality will be matched.

AIDS Walk Atlanta 2026

A community walk to raise funds and awareness for HIV prevention and advocacy.

A community running event celebrating Pride Month in Atlanta.

Atlanta Pride Run (Pride Run ATL)

FrontRunners Atlanta

Join Boro Pride 2026 in Statesboro for a celebration of LGBTQ+ community and pride. The event is scheduled for October 3, 2026, and aims to promote inclusivity and community spirit.

Nessmith-Lane Center

Boro Pride 2026 (Statesboro)

A family-friendly celebration of the LGBTQ+ community featuring local artists, food trucks, and community vendors at the University of West Georgia.

University of West Georgia Campus Center

Carrollton Pride 2026

The Carrollton Pride Festival is a family-friendly celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community in West Georgia, emphasizing unity, diversity, and acceptance. The event features live entertainment, local food trucks, a community market with vendors and advocacy groups, and aims to raise awareness and promote understanding of LGBTQ+ issues. It provides a safe space for individuals to express themselves and connect with others, fostering a sense of belonging and support. The festival also highlights community partnerships, access to resources, and promotes equality through advocacy and education. Attendees can enjoy a day of love, acceptance, and community engagement.

Confirm your voter registration by October 5th to vote in the November election. Visit mvp.sos.ga.gov to double check your registration, especially after life changes like moving or a name change.

Georgia Voter Registration Deadline

A community event encouraging people to confirm their voter registration before the October 5th deadline to vote in the upcoming election.

Pride event featuring Pup Pride & Warpzone with DJ Tracy Levine.

Heretic Atlanta

Pride 2026: Pup Pride & Warpzone w/ DJ Tracy Levine

Atlanta Gay Pride Weekend Louder & Prouder! Pride Weekend Line Up Coming Soon... Stay Tuned! Music, Video, Fantastic Entertainers, Drink Specials with Atlanta's Best Bartenders & The Best Place to Meet Men!

Atlanta Gay Pride Weekend

A lively LGBTQ+ party featuring music, entertainment, drink specials, and opportunities to meet men.

JKiillem is bringing that MASC ENERGY to MSR for Atlanta Pride! Two nights. One Pride weekend. You already know this is going to be a whole vibe.

Atlanta Pride 2026 - JKiillem

My Sister's Room (MSR)

A two-night party event with masculine energy celebrating Atlanta Pride at My Sister's Room.

Weekly karaoke night featuring over 15,000 songs at Mary's East Atlanta.

Mary-oke

Country-themed Pride event with free lessons at Heretic Atlanta.

Pride 2026: Country Pride– No Cover– Free Lessons

A two-night party at My Sister's Room celebrating Atlanta Pride with energetic masculine energy.

The 2026 Pride Kickoff event is scheduled to take place on October 9, 2026, starting at 19:00. It is a celebration marking the beginning of Pride festivities, with activities and gatherings planned for the evening. The event is part of the Pride celebrations and aims to bring the community together in support of LGBTQ+ pride.

Georgia Aquarium

2026 Pride Kickoff

After party for Atlanta Pride featuring Abel at Heretic Atlanta.

Pride 2026: Atlanta Pride Official Kickoff After Party w/ Abel

Pride Yoga hosted by Well(being) Collective, a morning yoga session in celebration of Atlanta Pride 2026.

Dockside

Pride Yoga

Well(being) Collective

The 2026 Atlanta Pride Festival is scheduled to take place from October 10th to October 11th, 2026, at Piedmont Park, Atlanta, GA. The event is organized by Atlanta Pride, Georgia's longest-running nonprofit dedicated to serving the LGBTQ+ community. It is the largest LGBTQ+ event in the South, featuring various activities and celebrations to promote pride and inclusivity.

Heretic

2026 Atlanta Pride Festival

A community-led march honoring, celebrating, and raising visibility for Trans and nonbinary people. The march promotes the beauty, diversity, and resilience of the Trans community, creating space to demand visibility, equity, and justice. Participants are encouraged to bring positive banners and signs supporting trans issues. The event emphasizes safety and inclusivity, with a strict stance against hate speech, harassment, and disruption. The march starts at Charles Allen & 10th Street inside the gate of Piedmont Park, Atlanta, and takes place on public city streets, with law enforcement and staff ensuring safety and adherence to laws.

Piedmont Park

2026 Atlanta Pride: Trans March

Atlanta Pride

The event is a march organized by Atlanta Pride to celebrate Bisexual and Pansexual identities, affirming their place within the LGBTQ+ community. It takes place at Piedmont Park, specifically at the Charles Allen & 10th area, on October 10, 2026, starting at 15:00 and ending at 16:30. The march aims to promote pride and visibility for Bi+ Pan individuals of all genders.

2026 Atlanta Pride: Bi+ Pan March

A community-driven march dedicated to empowering women, femmes, and their allies. The event is inclusive, trans-inclusive, and brings together women-loving women and femme-identifying individuals. It is part of the Atlanta Pride celebrations and takes place at Piedmont Park, specifically at the Charles Allen & 10th location.

2026 Atlanta Pride: Dyke March

Join us for the Sister Act Hive Rise! Drag Cabaret on October 10, 2026, from 19:00 to 20:00 in Toronto. Experience an entertaining evening featuring talented drag performers in a lively cabaret setting. For more details, visit the event page.

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Sister Act Hive Rise! Drag Cabaret

Pride event featuring DJ Alex Ramos and DJ Mike Pope.

Pride 2026: DJ Alex Ramos w/ DJ Mike Pope

Get ready for a night of big energy, big performances, music, dancing, and all the Electric Circus madness you know and love!

Electric Circus

Amber's Closet

A lively party with music, dancing, and energetic performances at Electric Circus.

Outdoor tea dance event with Randy and Sam Gee.

Pride 2026: Randy Outdoor Tea Dance w/ Sam Gee

Join us for an evening of entertainment at the Schitt’s Creek Cabaret Night, happening on October 11, 2026, from 19:00 to 20:00 in Toronto. Experience a lively cabaret inspired by the popular TV show, featuring performances, music, and themed activities. This event offers a fun and engaging atmosphere for fans and newcomers alike.

Schitt’s Creek Cabaret Night

Pride event featuring Dan Slater and VOLOS.

Pride 2026: Dan Slater w/ VOLOS

A major LGBTQ celebration attracting around 300,000 visitors with a parade, marketplace, and community activities in Piedmont Park.

Atlanta Pride Festival

An upcoming drag show titled 'REPLAY: A Full Spin Drag Show - BODY TALK' is scheduled to take place on October 12, 2026, from 20:00 to 21:00 in Toronto. The event features a full spin drag performance, offering entertainment and celebration of drag culture. Further details and updates can be found on the event's webpage or social media channels.

REPLAY: A Full Spin Drag Show - BODY TALK

An event celebrating Catherine O’Hara and the TV show Schitt’s Creek, scheduled for October 13, 2026, from 20:00 to 21:00. Further details are not provided.

Catherine O’Hara Schitt’s Creek Celebration

An inclusive rock climbing community meeting on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at Overlook Bouldering and Fitness.

Overlook Bouldering and Fitness

Unharnessed Pride Climbing Club

Unharnessed Pride

An event titled 'Drag Industry Night at Tossed Salad' scheduled to start on October 14, 2026, from 21:00 to 23:00. Further details about the event are not provided.

Tossed Salad

Drag Industry Night at Tossed Salad

The Atlanta Rainbow Trout is hosting an aquatic sports event in Atlanta, GA, on October 15, 2026. The event features activities related to swimming, water polo, and triathlon, organized by Atlanta's premier LGBTQ+ friendly aquatics club established in 1995. Participants can join various practices and competitions, with opportunities to learn more about the teams and support the club through donations or sponsorships. The event promotes fitness, camaraderie, and inclusivity in the aquatic sports community.

Atlanta Rainbow Trout Aquatic Sports Event

Atlanta Rainbow Trout

Join us for a lively drag brunch featuring performances by local drag artists.

Lips Atlanta

Drag Brunch at Lips Atlanta

Join us for Heated Rivalry Night, a dance party taking place on October 15, 2026, starting at 22:00 and ending at 03:00. Experience an energetic night of music and dancing, celebrating friendly rivalries. The event is hosted at a venue in Toronto, with visuals available on Instagram for a preview. For more details, visit the event URL.

Heated Rivalry Night - Dance Party

A community skate event organized by Rollerslay, an inclusive outdoor skate meetup in Atlanta, welcoming beginners and all levels to connect, learn, and grow through skating. The event features beginner-friendly activities, themed nights such as Halloween and Pajama Skate Night, and special parades promoting diversity and pride. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes, bring their own skates, and enjoy a judgment-free space to express themselves and celebrate skate culture.

Rollerslay Skate Event

Rollerslay

This in-person group meeting is for individuals aged 18 and above, welcoming those questioning their gender, coming out as trans, or in any stage of their gender journey. The space encourages discussions on gender, social issues, and activism, and is open to allies, spouses, and partners. Facilitated by Charis Circle's Executive Director, E.R. Anderson, the meeting occurs on the third Monday of each month at Charis Books & More in Decatur, GA, from 20:00 to 21:15. The event is free, with a suggested donation to support Charis Circle's mission of fostering feminist communities and social justice.

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DREAM VS. SKY ROOFTOP PREGAME

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