Part of the Gay Atlanta Guide — bars, events & things to do.

Saturday, August 15, 2026
Deviant's Disco is Kink Down South's main event — the weekend's biggest party, held at The Masquerade. Part of Kink Down South Weekend (Aug 14–16).
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Wed, Aug 19
10 PM - 3 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta
Free gay dance night every 1st & 3rd Wednesday at The Heretic Atlanta. High-energy electronic beats, leather & fetish community, DJ Tracy Levine. No cover.
Monthly
Wed, Aug 19
10 PM - 3 AM
Atlanta Eagle, Atlanta
Wicked Wednesday Gear Night at Atlanta Eagle is a weekly midweek gear and fetish party at Midtown's Levi and leather bar.
Weekly
Thu, Aug 20
6 PM - 9 PM
Felix's Atlanta, Atlanta
Mahjong League every Thursday 6-9pm at Felix's in Atlanta — learn Chinese Mahjong from Master Mitch, 21+, no cover, free parking.
Weekly
Thu, Aug 20
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, Aug 20
8 PM - 10 PM
Lore, Atlanta
Andrew Lloyd Webber drag cabaret at Lore in Atlanta, Thu Aug 20, 8-10pm.

Thu, Aug 20
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.
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