Part of the Gay Atlanta Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Friday, September 4, 2026
Midtown Atlanta & Piedmont Park
400 Park Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30306, United StatesWidely regarded as the largest Black gay Pride celebration in the country — five days of day parties, mega parties, and community programming over Labor Day weekend, September 4–7, 2026, culminating in the free Pure Heat Community Festival in Piedmont Park. Draws 100,000+ to Atlanta each year.
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Thu, Jul 16
7 PM - 9 PM
Lips Drag Queen Show Palace, Restaurant & Bar, Atlanta
Weekly Thursday drag variety show at Lips Atlanta hosted by Brigitte Bidet. High-energy performances, surprises & comedy. Reservations required.
Weekly
Thu, Jul 16
8 PM - 3 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta
Free country dance lessons every Thursday at The Heretic Atlanta. Line dancing and two-step from 8-9 PM, no cover charge. All skill levels welcome.
Weekly
Thu, Jul 16
9 PM - 12 AM
Atlanta Eagle, Atlanta
Weekly Thursday karaoke at Atlanta Eagle. No cover, free parking. Sing your favorite hits in a welcoming gay bar atmosphere with host Raqi.
Weekly
Thu, Jul 16
10 PM - 2 AM
Felix's Atlanta, Atlanta
Weekly Thursday drag and dance night at Felix's Atlanta. Rotating performers, dancing, and community vibes every week in Atlanta's neighborhood gay bar.
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Drag Race royalty at BLAQUELIGHT, Charli xcx gets a brat burial, Gear Night at the Heretic, and a free country diva day party at Lore.
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October is Pride's last big wave and gay Halloween's first — Atlanta Pride, Fantasy Fest, Women's Week, and costume parties from WeHo to New Orleans. The best gay events in October.
Robbie S.September belongs to the circuit: Southern Decadence and Atlanta Black Pride over Labor Day, then leather season crests with Folsom Street Fair. The best gay events in September.
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