LGBTQ Bars & Nightlife
Discover Atlanta’s LGBTQ bars and clubs
Dance the night away to the beats of superstar DJs or mix and mingle over specialty concoctions on a nearby patio. Atlanta’s LGBTQ nightlife offers something for everyone. Bring the action at energy-pumping themed parties throughout the week or catch an impromptu drag performance in a no-frills atmosphere where the drinks are always flowing. From chic lounges to sizzling clubs, Atlanta’s diverse after-hours scene doesn’t disappoint.
Top LGBTQ bars
- Blake’s on the Park – Conveniently located in the middle of the Midtown “gayborhood,” this institution boasts a neighborhood vibe and attracts a mix of Atlanta bachelors, as well as some of the city’s most legendary drag queens.
- Friends – For those seeking an easy-going, off-the-beaten path watering hole, Friends is a no-attitude bar with inexpensive drinks and pool tables. It’s a perfect place to catch up and relax.
- Mary’s – Proudly referred to as East Atlanta’s gay dive bar, Mary’s was named by Logo Channel and Out Magazine as one of the best gay bars in the world.
- Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium – Church, as it’s commonly called, is a quirky non-smoking spot loaded with tongue-in-cheek (sac)religious art, killer organ karaoke every Wednesday and super-gay patio parties.
Top LGBTQ nightlife spots
- Bulldogs – Located in the heart of Midtown, Bulldogs is recognized for hot DJs who spin house and hip-hop while bartenders assure you’re treated right and get your money’s worth.
- The Heretic Atlanta – Throughout the labyrinth layout of this nightlife spot you’ll find a diverse crowd jamming to the heavy beats of renowned DJs who bring tunes your dancing feet can’t resist.
- My Sister’s Room – Atlanta’s only lesbian bar, My Sister’s Room is located in thriving East Atlanta Village. With a pub feel during the day and nightclub vibe at night, there’s plenty of space to dance inside and mingle on the back deck.
- FUTURE – Future Atlanta’s the brand new home of two-story, 14,000-square-foot dance club, Fantasy Girls Drag Cabaret, and restaurant at Underground Atlanta. Atlanta’s top Drag superstars put on a colorful show hosted by PHOENIX from Ru Paul’s Drag Race, while the massive space transforms into the nightclub scene featuring different International DJ’s.
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