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

Wednesday, October 7, 2026
The Pride edition of The Heretic's Wednesday pup night takes over the Warpzone room with DJ Tracy Levine on the decks. Pup and gear play from 10pm to 3am on Cheshire Bridge Road, no cover — the midweek warm-up before Atlanta Pride weekend proper gets going.
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Fri, Aug 21
11 PM - 3 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta

Sat, Aug 22
9 PM - 3 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta
Celebrate Bearracuda's 17th year at The Heretic with DJ Nick Bertossi. Dance floor, GoGos, and leather bar vibes until 3 AM in Atlanta.

Mon, Aug 24
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta
Weekly drag showcase every Monday at The Heretic Atlanta. High-energy performances, packed dance floor, and community spirit in one of Atlanta's gay venues.
Weekly
Thu, Aug 27
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
Fri, Aug 28
10 PM - 3 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta

Sat, Aug 29
10 PM - 3 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta
Alan Collins presents DJ J Warren at The Heretic Atlanta on Aug 29, 10pm–3am. Ticketed.
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