Happy Pride Atlanta! This weekend is chock full of events happening round the clock – there’s truly something for everyone!
Friday, October 7
Atlanta Presents Cocktails with Queens
6pm to 10pm
The Hideaway
Featuring Frankie Coma, Saliva Godiva, Cistofer, Simply Nina, and Linda TM and music by DJ Devon Rex.
High Museum Pre-Pride Kiki
6pm to 10pm
High Museum
Drink and draw with figure model JayBella Bankz and enjoy performances from Jarvis Hammer, Ivy Fischer, and Canzara and music from Ree de la Vega. Tickets at high.org.
Pride on the Square
6pm to 8pm
Colony Square
Kick off Atlanta Pride in The Plaza with emcee Brigitte Bidet. Experience thrilling live performances from some of Atlanta’s best drag queens bringing you the most famous hits from top musical icons. Keep the party going with special swag, drinks, and additional fun surprises as the DJ Yvonne Monet spins the latest tunes and greatest hits! This event is free, no ticketing required. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets.
Pride Kickoff at Georgia Aquarium
7pm to 11pm
Georgia Aquarium
Experience a variety of music from three different DJs scattered throughout different areas of the Aquarium. International superstar Guy Scheiman will headline the event with support from DJ Mark Dennis and introducing fierce new talent DJ Alexis Curshe. Attendees have the option to select General Admission tickets which includes 2 drink tickets valid for a mixed drink, beer, wine or soft drink. Tickets at georgiaaquarium.org.
Pride at The Eagle
8pm
The Eagle’s new location
(1492 Piedmont Ave NE)
The “RuPaul’s Celebrity Drag Race” viewing party begins downstairs (no cover) at 8pm. The Eagle’s Cabaret begins upstairs ($5) begins at 9pm, followed by Reborn with DJ Rob Moore at 11pm.
Pride Kickoff After Party
9pm to 3am
The Heretic
Featuring Joe Gauthreaux and Stan Jackson. Tickets at hereticatlanta.com.
Fat Slut (ATL Pride!) with Silky Nutmeg Ganache
10pm
Venkman’s
Enjoy performances from Silky Nutmeg Ganache from “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” Meatball, Nicole Paige Brooks, Big Dipper, Pinche Queen, JayBella Bankz, Ocean Kelly, and Taylor ALXNDR, plus music from DJ Rubella Spread. The meet and greet with Silky starts at 9pm, show starts at 10pm. Tickets at the link in Wussy Mag’s Instagram bio, @wussymag.
Purple Disco Machine
10pm to 3am
District Atlanta
Tickets at collectivpresents.com.
Fantasy Girls Cabaret
8pm
Future Atlanta
Featuring special guest Brooke Lynn Hytes. Tickets at future-atlanta.com.
Chapel Beauty Pride Kickoff
9:30pm
Noni’s
Enjoy performances from Ivy Fischer, Minty, Canzara Szn, Miss He the Queen, Hailey from Third Period, and special guest Drunk Text, plus music from Wav Maker. $7-$10 cover.
Underground Circuit
10pm
Future Atlanta
Featuring Sam Gee. Tickets at future-atlanta.com.
Xion
3am
Future Atlanta
Featuring Millennial. Tickets at future-atlanta.com.
Saturday, October 8
Bottom’s Up! Brunch with Gia Gunn
10:30am
City Winery
Enjoy a boozy brunch with performances by Gia Gunn, Nicole Paige Brooks, EllaSaurus Rex, Alissah Brooks, and more. Tickets at citywinery.com.
Pride at The Eagle
2pm
The Eagle’s new location
(1492 Piedmont Ave NE)
The T Dance/Lot Party with DJ Seth Breezy begins downstairs (no cover) at 2pm. Upstairs ($5 cover), the Eagle’s Cabaret begins at 9pm followed by Rise with DJ Neon and the Glowbear at 11pm.
Queen Butch Pride Saturday: Thirst Tea
2pm to 8pm
The Heretic
Featuring Hex Hector, DJ Holographic, and Vicki Powell. Tickets at queenbutchevents.com.
Fantasy Girls Cabaret
8pm
Future Atlanta
Featuring special guest Latrice Royale. Tickets at future-atlanta.com.
Deep South PRIDE
8pm
Future Atlanta
Featuring The Carry Nation, Sindri, and Vicki Powell. Tickets at universe.com/deepsouthpride.
MSR Crush Party
Doors at 8pm
My Sister’s Room
Enjoy music from DJ KSquared and DJ Skyy. The drag show starts at 10:30pm!
Heretic Pride
9pm to 3am
The Heretic
Featuring DJ Paulo Fragoso and Mike Pope. Tickets at hereticatlanta.com.
Pride Kiki with Aquaria: A Dance Party
9pm to 2am
Venkman’s
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” winner Aquaria comes to Atlanta, DJing alongside Esme and Ree de la Vega. Get your tickets at the link is Wussy Mag’s Instagram bio, @wussymag.
Sugar Shack:
A Queer Dance Party
9pm to 2am
529
Enjoy performances from JayBella Bankz, SZN ALXNDR, Taylor ALXNDR, and Tuna Fiasco and music from DJs JSPORT and Divoli S’vere. Proof of vaccination or negative COVID test required. Tickets at sfqp.info/sugarshack22.
Atlanta Electric Circus
Doors at 9:30pm
Park Tavern
Enjoy performances from Lauren Sanderson, DJ Tatiana, the Hellfire Harlots, DJ Wulf, DJ Magic, Coco Iman Syats, and gogo dancers!
All Black Party
10pm to 3am
Paradise Lounge
This party is curated for women 30 years and older who love women. Dance the night away and enjoy hits from the ‘80s, ‘90s, and 2000s as well as current chartbusters from world renowned DJ Bombshell Boogie. All-black attire required for entry. Tickets at Eventbrite.com or pay at the door.
Sunday, October 9
HRC Atlanta Pride Brunch
10:30am to 2pm
Empire State South
Now in its 19th year, the HRC Atlanta Pride Brunch is a staple of Atlanta Pride Weekend. We invite you to join us this October 9th to celebrate Pride from one of the best vantage points to view the Atlanta Pride Parade! All tickets to the event include delicious Southern brunch prepared by Empire State South, unlimited beverages, and an annual HRC membership or membership renewal. Tickets at act.hrc.org/page/110897/event/1.
DILF Atlanta Pride Out & Proud Tea Dance
3pm to 8pm
The Heretic
Featuring DJ James Anthony. Tickets at thedilfparty.com.
MSR Day Party
3pm to 8pm
My Sister’s Room
Enjoy performances from the Hellfire Harlots and music from DJ Wulf. No cover!
Meat Up Sunday Night Hustle
5pm to midnight
The Hideaway
Music by DJ Rob Reum, $6 Absolut cocktails, and no cover!
Undefined: The Andro Fashion Show
8pm
Underground Atlanta
Atlanta’s hottest LGBTQ and androgynous models are taking over the runway for one night only! It’s not just a fashion show: it’s a fashion, art, and music experience with live performances from Cocolman Star, Sedric Perry, Raven Iman, Sunni Dread, Flame, and more — all hosted by Kia Barnes! Tickets at Eventbrite.com.
DILF Atlanta Pride Proud AF
9pm to 3am
The Heretic
Featuring DJ T’Don and DJ Alex Ramos. Tickets at thedilfparty.com.
Queen Butch Pride Sunday: The Last Ball
9pm to 3am
Future Atlanta
Featuring Derrick Carter from Chicago and William Francis from New York City. Tickets at queenbutchevents.com.
Cruise Control with DJ Mister
11pm
The Eagle’s new location
(1492 Piedmont Ave NE)
$5 cover.
Xion
3am
Future Atlanta
Featuring Alex Lo. Tickets at future-atlanta.com.
MSR Pride Closing Party
My Sister’s Room
Enjoy performances from DJ Tatiana and the Hellfire Harlots, plus a drag show!