Part of the Gay Atlanta Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Friday, October 9, 2026
Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313, United StatesThe official kickoff to Atlanta Pride weekend, held inside the Georgia Aquarium in the Centennial Olympic Park district. The galleries stay open for ticketed guests from 7pm to 11pm, so the party moves through the exhibits rather than around a single dance floor. Tickets in advance.
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Tue, Sep 29
8 PM - 10 PM
Lore, Atlanta
Tue, Sep 29
8 PM - 11 PM
Lore, Atlanta
Karaoke Chaos is Lore's weekly Tuesday karaoke night on Edgewood Ave in Atlanta, a rowdy queer sing-along in the heart of the city's nightlife.
Weekly
Tue, Sep 29
8 PM - 11:59 PM
Atlanta Eagle, Atlanta
MonthlyTue, Sep 29
8:30 PM - 11:59 PM
Atlanta Eagle, Atlanta
MonthlyWed, Sep 30
8 PM - 11 PM
Atlanta Eagle, Atlanta
Monthly
Thu, Oct 1
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.
WeeklyLet people know you're going, see who else is attending, and share the event with friends.
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