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

Saturday, September 12, 2026
The Hot Topic Rave returns to Lore with DJ Ganymede. Doors at 10pm, going until 3am.
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Wed, Aug 12
8 PM - 10 PM
Lore, Atlanta
Show & Tail burlesque open stage at Lore in Atlanta, Wed Aug 12, 7-10pm.

Thu, Aug 13
8 PM - 10 PM
Lore, Atlanta
Lore Of The Rings drag dinner hits Lore Atlanta Aug 13 — a Middle-earth themed dinner show from 8pm.

Thu, Aug 13
10 PM - 11:59 PM
Lore, Atlanta
Lord of the Rings trivia at Lore Atlanta, free to play. Thursday August 13 at 10pm.

Fri, Aug 14
9 PM - 11 PM
Lore, Atlanta
Weekly Friday drag cabaret at Lore Atlanta hosted by Edie Cheezburger. Intimate lounge with live performances, craft cocktails, and sass.
Weekly
Fri, Aug 14
11 PM - 3 AM
Lore, Atlanta
That's So Fetch! Y2K Dance Party at Lore Atlanta. Friday August 14, 11pm to 3am.

Sat, Aug 15
7:30 PM - 9 PM
Lore, Atlanta
Saturday Night Lore, an SNL-themed drag show at Lore in Atlanta, Sat Aug 15, 7-9pm.
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