LGBTQ Events — Showing your pride has never been this fun!
Action Cycling Atlanta’s 17th Annual AIDS Vaccine 200
May 18-19: 8am–4pm
Emory Vaccine Center (954 Gatewood Rd.)
Bike through the Georgia countryside on 200-mile charity bike ride to raise money for HIV.AIDS vaccine research and AIDS service organizations. More info: https://actioncyclingatl.org/
Atlanta Pride Run
May 15: 8am
Piedmont Park
Run or walk to mark the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots and raise money for local LGBTQ charities at Front Runners Atlanta’s 29th 5K. More info: https://mailchi.mp/1a0cfd160a4f/2019-atlanta-pride-run-registration-now-open
Atlanta Gay Day at the Zoo
May 5: Noon– 5pm
Zoo Atlanta
Celebrate International Family Equality Day with the pandas this year! Have some fun in the sun, be visible, and find community while ogling at all the wildlife Zoo Atlanta has to offer.
LGBTQ Family Day in the Park
May 18: 11am–1pm
Glenn Lake Park (1121 Church St., Decatur)
Every type of family under the sun is invited to this fun summer picnic hosted by Atlanta Pride. Kids and parents of all ages are welcome to painting, games, and delicious food!
Out in the Park Day Party
June 1: 10am–10pm
Six Flags Over Georgia
Show your pride and have some summer fun at Six Flags! Besides the normal thrills of the park’s famously frightening coasters, a special all-you-can-eat meal is also included! More info: https://www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia?promo_code=PRIDE&fbclid=IwAR1CINnde0dK_zEZfA2h1m5f99i0GfGXbjYz4G7upjvAgVkT-hIWkQaXhK0
LGBT Pride Night at Atlanta Braves
June 14: 5pm–10pm
SunTrust Park (755 Battery Ave SE)
Show your pride while cheering on the Braves as they take on the Philadelphia Phillies. The game starts at 7:20, but make sure to stop by pregame party, featuring DJ Kimber, and receive a Braves Pride t-shirt! More info: https://www.mlb.com/braves/tickets/specials/pride?fbclid=IwAR3XYofs_Fd613o33WroX4VC2EMvXMHZSk5Az_PB9U6m8bqUGXVdehIvjX0
Music Festivals – The fun of
a concert, multiplied!
Shaky Knees
May 3-5
Central Park (400 Merritts Ave NE)
This indie rock outdoor festival features over 50 bands and artists, including Tame Impala, Cage the Elephant, Soccer Mommy, Beck and much more! More info: https://www.shakykneesfestival.com/
Shaky Beats
May 10-11
Central Park (400 Merritts Ave NE)
Calling all electronic, hip-hop, and indie fans! This two-day festival is headlined by artists like RÜFÜS DU SOL, Martin Garrix, Big Gigantic, and many more. More info: https://www.shakybeatsfestival.com/
Atlanta Jazz Festival
May 25-26: 11am – 11pm
Piedmont Park
Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with some smooth jazz! One of the biggest free jazz festivals in the country, this jazz festival features local and national jazz artists, a neighborhood jazz series, and a youth jazz band competition, as well as vendors, a kids zone, and other family friendly activities.
Tunes from the Tombs
June 8: Noon– 8pm
Historic Oakland Cemetery
Enjoy over a dozen of Atlanta’s best local artists, including headliner Futurebirds, across three stages nestled among the headstones. Along with music, guests have access to local craft beer and food trucks, one-of-a-kind souvenirs at the artist market, and free mini tours of the cemetery. More info: https://oaklandcemetery.com/event/tunes2019/
Decatur BBQ, Blues, and Bluegrass Festival
August 10 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Legacy Park (500 S. Columbia St., Decatur)
The fun of a classic southern barbeque combined with 7+ hours of live blues and bluegrass tunes, performed by local, regional, and national artists. Profits benefit the Community Center of South Decatur by supporting educational programs and community events while also granting money to local non-profits. More info: http://www.decaturbbqfestival.com/
Concerts – Who to see
this spring!
Lord Huron
April 20: @ 8pm
The Tabernacle
April 26: @ 8pm
40 Watt Club – Athens
Jimmy Buffett
April 25: @ 8pm
Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Ben Platt
May 16: @ 8pm
Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center
Ariana Grande
June 8: @ 7:30pm
State Farm Arena
Debbie Gibson
July 11: @ 7:30pm
State Farm Arena
Jennifer Lopez
July 22: @ 8pm
State Farm Arena
Carly Rae Jepsen
July 28: @ 8pm
The Tabernacle
Shawn Mendes
July 31: @ 7:30pm
State Farm Arena
Queen
August 22: @ 8pm
State Farm Arena