23 gay venues · 14 gay-friendly venues · 126 upcoming events
Atlanta is the undisputed capital of LGBTQ+ life in the South, with a thriving queer community centered around Midtown and the iconic Atlanta Pride Festival — one of the largest in the nation. From a legendary drag scene to Black queer culture and year-round community events, the ATL welcomes everyone.
Signature Annual Events

Wed, Sep 16
7 PM - 9 PM
Lips Drag Queen Show Palace, Restaurant & Bar, Atlanta
Weekly Wednesday bingo hosted by drag queens at Lips Atlanta. Dinner, performances, prizes & interactive entertainment. Reservations required.
Weekly
Wed, Sep 16
8 PM - 10 PM
Lore, Atlanta

Wed, Sep 16
8 PM - 11 PM
Atlanta Eagle, Atlanta
Monthly
Wed, Sep 16
9 PM - 2 AM
MSR My Sisters Room, Atlanta
Weekly karaoke at MSR My Sisters Room, Atlanta's longest-running lesbian bar. Sing with the queer community every Wednesday night.
Weekly
Wed, Sep 16
10 PM - 3 AM
Atlanta Eagle, Atlanta
Monthly
Wed, Sep 16
10 PM - 3 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta
Pup Night at The Heretic Atlanta: monthly Wednesday dance party with DJ Tracy Levine. Leather-friendly, no cover, late-night dancing in a welcoming queer space.
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