Atlanta Pride may be canceled, but Pride weekend is still in full swing! The community has stepped up to provide a full weekend of events, from drag shows to late-night parties. Take a gander at what this weekend has to offer and start filling in your calendar ASAP.
Friday, October 8
Eagle Pride Night Warm Up Party and F*ck It Friday
7 p.m.
The Hideaway
Warm up for a night of dancing and fun at The Hideaway’s outdoor bar with DJ Ron Reum before partying with DJ Mister Richard at 10 p.m. No cover charge!
Fantasy Girls RuPride Friday
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Future Atlanta
An amazing line-up of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” alumni are kicking off Pride weekend at Future! Catch performances from Kylie Sonique Love, Detox, LaLa Ri, Trinity K. Bonet, Phoenix, and Raquel Rae Heart at this amazing event hosted by Taejah Thomas. Meet and greets start at 7 p.m. and showtime is 8:30 p.m. on the main dance floor (standing room only). Tickets are $15 for admission and $50 for the meet and greet. Proof of vaccination or negative COVID test is required. Buy tickets at Future-Atlanta.com.
Gay History for Straight People with Leola Ladyland
7 p.m.
Metropolitan Studios
Leola Ladyland, a Kelly Clarkson-obsessed, redneck senior citizen, breaks down the wonderful world of gayness in this event, part of A Queer’s Day Night! weekend produced by Metropolitan Studios and Atlanta Fringe Festival. This TED Talk-style comedy performance guides you through the gay alphabet, from anal beads to unicorns. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased via EventBrite. Can’t make it on Friday? This event will be held at the same time on Saturday, October 9. Masks and proof of vaccination are required.
Out Night 2.0: Let Your Pride Glow
7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Georgia Aquarium
Even though the festival and parade aren’t on tap this weekend, the event formerly known as the Atlanta Pride Kickoff Party still is! Dance to music from DJ Brett Oosterhaus, DJ Neon, and DJ Vicki Powell and enjoy legendary ballroom performances from members of the House of Balenciaga. General admission tickets are $45 and include two drink tickets valid for cocktails, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Ticket sales benefit the care and conservation of the animals at the aquarium. Buy tickets at GeorgiaAquarium.org/OutNight.
Glow Party and Silent Disco
8 p.m.
My Sister’s Room
Loosen up with an open bar from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. before dancing the night away. Buy tickets for $20 or a three-day pass to MSR’s Pride weekend events for $75 through Eventbrite.
WUSSY Pride with Adore Delano and Landon Cider
8 p.m.
The Loft
Catch performances from “RuPaul’s Drag Race” icon Adore Delano and “Boulet Brothers’ Dragula” winner Landon Cider, hosted by Wussy Mag! Tickets start at $25 for general admission and $40 for a VIP meet and greet with Adore Delano. Buy your tickets through Ticketmaster.
A Big Queer Cabaret!
9 p.m.
Metropolitan Studios
Who doesn’t love a cabaret? Enjoy performances from a myriad of local and regional burlesque, drag, and visual artists, including Ebony DeLight, Roula Roulette, Sin Tillating, Ella/Saurus/Rex, Talloolah Love, Yutoya Avazé León, and Montañita. This event is part of A Queer’s Day Night!, hosted by Metropolitan Studios and Atlanta Fringe Festival. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased via Eventbrite. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Can’t make it on Friday? This event will be held at the same time on Saturday, October 9. Masks and proof of vaccination are required.
The Circus Starring Derrick Barry
10 p.m.
X Midtown
Kick off Pride weekend by partying with the ringleader herself, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” alum Derrick Barry. This event is part of X Midtown’s Pride Weekend Block Party. Tickets to the block party are $100 and can be purchased at Facebook.com/XMidtown.
Madams of the Moonlight
11:30 p.m.
Midtown Moon
The Midtown Moon madams are joined by special guests Tameka X, Mohka Montrese, Tasha Long, and Tommie Ross with this special event hosted by Myah Ross Monroe.
Saturday, October 9
Xion Pride
3 a.m. to 7 a.m.
Future Atlanta
Looking to keep Friday night’s party going? Head over to Future to party with millennial duo J Warren and Joe Pacheco as they make their Pride debut! Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at Future-Atlanta.com.
Bottoms Up! A Drag Brunch
1 p.m.
City Winery
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” alum Adore Delano and “Boulet Brothers’ Dragula” winner Landon Cider join Wussy Mag for the Pride edition of the boozy brunch. Other performers include Nicole Paige Brooks, Brigitte Bidet, Coco Iman Star, Ivy Fischer, and Jarvis Hammer. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., and proof of vaccination is required. Tickets start at $40 and can purchased at CityWinery.com.
Drag Storytime with Brent Star
2 p.m.
Facebook Live – Atlanta Fringe Festival
Brent Star reads your kiddos children’s stories at this free family-friendly virtual event. This event is part of A Queer’s Day Night!, hosted by Metropolitan Studios and Atlanta Fringe Festival.
Pride Saturday Parties
2 p.m.
The Hideaway
Enjoy an afternoon of music from DJ Bill Berdeaux, food trucks, and drinks at the outdoor bar starting at 3 p.m. After 7 p.m., DJ Rob Reum gets the party started with the Twilight T Dance before DJ Darlene takes over at 10 p.m. with the Pride DecaDance.
Queen Butch Pride Tea
2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The Heretic Atlanta
Join the Grammy Award-nominated DJ/Producer and house legend Todd Terry, as well as Ree De La Vega and William Francis, for this outdoor tea dance! Proof of vaccination is required. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased through Eventbrite.
COLORFUL: A Queer Arts Panel Discussion
5 p.m.
Metropolitan Studios
Get educated this Pride! This free panel will feature a variety of artists as they discuss the intersections of queerness and creative expression and the social impact of art on LGBTQ rights. This event is part of A Queer’s Day Night!, hosted by Metropolitan Studios and Atlanta Fringe Festival. Masks and proof of vaccination are required.
Ruby Redd’s Sunset Cabaret: Pride Edition
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Midtown Moon
Special guests Trashetta Galore, Lena Lust, and Heather Daniels join the Midtown Moon girls for this extra special Pride cabaret.
Fantasy Girls RuPride Saturday
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Future Atlanta
An amazing line-up of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” alumni are kicking off Pride weekend at Future! Catch performances from Kandy Muse, Trinity K. Bonet, Shawnna Brooks, Cici Nicole, and Extasy Grey at this amazing event hosted by Destiny Brooks. Meet and greets start at 7 p.m., and showtime is 8:30 p.m. on the main dance floor (standing room only). Tickets are $10 for admission and $50 for the meet and greet. Proof of vaccination or negative COVID test is required. Buy tickets at Future-Atlanta.com.
Block Party and Silent Disco
8 p.m.
My Sister’s Room
Party with three stages of music indoors and out by DJ Mary Mac, DJ K2, DJ Wulf, DJ Rocky the Babe, and DJ Amethyst. Buy tickets for $20 or a three-day pass to MSR’s Pride weekend events for $75 through Eventbrite.
Pride Kiki with Aquaria
10 p.m to 3 a.m.
591 Edgewood Ave SE
NYC nightlife vixen and “RuPaul’s Drag Race” winner Aquaria comes to Atlanta for a live DJ set and meet and greet hosted by Wussy Mag! Proof of vaccination is required. Tickets start at $20 and can be purchased through Eventbrite.
Stars and Legends Party
10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
X Midtown
Dance the night away to the musical stylings of DJ Escape and catch a performance from the legendary drag queen Kameron Michaels! This event is part of X Midtown’s Pride Weekend Block Party. Tickets to the block party are $100 and can be purchased at Facebook.com/XMidtown.
The Divas and The Divo
11:30 p.m.
Midtown Moon
Tasha Long, Mohka Montrese, Tommie Ross, and Tameka X join the Midtown Moon divas for this incredible drag show hosted by Myah Ross Monroe. Parking is free, and there’s no cover to get in!
Sunday, October 10
Dark Dominion
3 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
BJ Roosters
Pride means you dance until the sun rises! Enjoy sexy dancers and great music from DJ Kurtis Jose and international DJ and producer Breno Barreto. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased through Eventbrite.
Pride Sunday Block Party
Noon
X Midtown
Close out the weekend with a day party featuring DJ Chris Cox and Dave Aude! This event is part of X Midtown’s Pride Weekend Block Party. Tickets to the block party are $100 and can be purchased at Facebook.com/XMidtown.
Bottoms Up! A Drag Brunch
1 p.m.
City Winery
Enjoy a delicious boozy brunch with performances from “RuPaul’s Drag Race” winner Aquaria, Nicole Paige Brooks, Aspen York, Drew Friday, Ellasaurus Rex, and Royal Tee. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., and proof of vaccination is required. Tickets start at $40 and can be purchased at CityWinery.com.
DILF Atlanta Pride Parties by Joe Whitaker Presents
3 p.m. to 3 a.m.
The Heretic Atlanta
Enjoy a day full of hot music, hot men, and hot fun! The DILF “Out and Proud” tea Dance kicks off the day before the DILF “Proud FuKR” Closing Party rounds out the night at 9 p.m. Enjoy music from DJ Max Bruce, DJ James Anthony, and the Perry Twins. General admission starts at $20 for each party and $35 for both and can be purchased via Eventbrite.
Pride Day Party at MSR
3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
My Sister’s Room
Enjoy brunch with DJ Wulf as well as drag performances from Drew Friday, Coco Iman Star, Raquel Heart, and Syraja at 4 p.m. Buy tickets for $20 or a three-day pass to MSR’s Pride weekend events for $75 through Eventbrite.
Pride Closing Party at MSR
6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
My Sister’s Room
Close Pride weekend out with performances from the Hellfire Harlots, DJ Mary Mac, DJ Ksquared, DJ Amethyst, and DJ Rocky the Babe. Buy tickets for $20 or a three-day pass to MSR’s Pride weekend events for $75 through Eventbrite.