Part of the Gay Atlanta Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Thursday, October 8, 2026
The Pride edition of Thursday Country at The Heretic: boots, line dancing and free lessons for anyone who shows up not knowing the steps. Runs 8pm to 3am on Cheshire Bridge Road with no cover, the night before Atlanta Pride weekend fills the club.
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Wed, Oct 7
10 PM - 3 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta
Pride 2026 Pup Pride & Warpzone with DJ Tracy Levine at The Heretic Atlanta on Wednesday October 7, a no-cover Atlanta Pride pup night.
Fri, Oct 9
9 PM - 3 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta
Pride 2026 Atlanta Pride Official Kickoff After Party with DJ Abel at The Heretic Atlanta on Friday October 9, a ticketed circuit dance party.
Sat, Oct 10
9 PM - 3 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta
Pride 2026 with DJ Alex Ramos and DJ Mike Pope at The Heretic Atlanta on Saturday October 10, a ticketed Atlanta Pride circuit dance party.
Sat, Oct 10
10 PM - 2 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta
Sun, Oct 11
3 PM - 8 PM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta
Pride 2026 Randy Outdoor Tea Dance with Sam Gee at The Heretic Atlanta on Sunday October 11, a ticketed outdoor Atlanta Pride tea dance from 3pm.
Sun, Oct 11
9 PM - 3 AM
The Heretic Atlanta, Atlanta
Pride 2026 with DJ Dan Slater and VOLOS at The Heretic Atlanta on Sunday October 11, a ticketed Atlanta Pride circuit closing party.
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