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For venues, start with Lips for dinner-and-a-show drag with strong production and a chatty room. In spring, the city’s queer party scene ramps up around Atlanta’s festival season, and you’ll also find year-round drag brunches, pop-up parties, and community fundraisers tied to local orgs and venues. Predominantly a POC space, Bulldogs is also located in Midtown and can attract an older crowd earlier and a younger crowd later in the night.

Atlanta's boasts a growing arts scene along with everything from festivals to stylish fine dining. We’ve got tips for sober activities, too. More than just a classically skewing cis-male party spot, Blake’s has programming that fits many vibes — craft cocktails on Mondays, Latin bachat and salsa nights on Tuesdays, and frequent guest DJs and drag queens.

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Establishments across the city are inclusive, and LGBTQ+ specific events such as Atlanta pride are popular with people from across the country.

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Come early for R&B, fried food, and cheap drinks.

5. Also known for having some of the best wings in Atlanta, MSR is conveniently located in Midtown, so a must stop on your visit to the gayborhood during Pride.

2. Create an Event and get friends (read some tips on finding new queer friends here) together to check out a queer bar in your city.

Woofs Sports Bar is your game-day base with lots of screens and dependable pub food. Nothing speaking to you? Queer cuties in your neighborhood are right at your fingertips - go meet them!

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Gay Atlanta

As the national hub for the LGBTQ+ community in the South, Atlanta is home to a diverse range of people of all identities.

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Atlanta is quickly becoming a top destination for its queer scene. Midtown and the Old Fourth Ward give you easy bar hops, good food, and MARTA access, while nearby neighborhoods keep things laid-back for daytime plans like parks, museums, and shopping.

Blake's on the Park

Address: 227 10th St NE Atlanta, GA 30309

A staple in Atlanta's LGBTQ+ scene, Blake's on the Park is a midtown bar at the heart of Atlanta’s Gayborhood. And check out our other city guides here.

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With friendly staff who go out of their way to make sure patrons know about their non-alcoholic options, Mary’s is considered unpretentious and welcoming.

Lex's Guide to Queer Atlanta Nightlife | LGBTQ+ Bars

Explore queer nightlife in Atlanta with this city guide!

gay nightlife atlanta

Bulldogs

Address: 893 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30309

The oldest gay bar in ATL, Bulldogs is known for their karaoke nights, pop-up shops, and hip-hop nights for over 40 years.