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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Thu, Aug 13
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 13
6:30 PM - 9 PM
MSR My Sisters Room, Atlanta
Lip Sync Battle at My Sister's Room in Atlanta, benefiting AIDS Walk Atlanta. Thursday August 13 at 6:30pm, hosted by Phoenix.
Thu, Aug 13
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 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
8 PM - 12 AM
Atlanta Eagle, Atlanta
Monthly Thursday lesbian and trans night at Atlanta Eagle. Dance upstairs, pool downstairs. Women, trans, and non-binary folks welcome at this Midtown gay bar.
Monthly
Thu, Aug 13
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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