Whether you’re looking for some low-key weeknight fun or an all-weekend rager, Atlanta’s diverse LGBTQ+-inclusive nightlife scene includes DJs, live music, drag, drinks, and everything in between.
Atlanta Eagle
1492 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-999-3826
Atlanta’s famed leather bar is bigger and better than ever! With events every weekend, it’s no wonder the Eagle is a favorite among everyone in the LGBTQ+ community.
BJ Roosters
2043 Cheshire Bridge Rd Ste 1
Atlanta, GA 30324
404-634-5895
Facebook.com/BJRoostersAtlanta
This friendly neighborhood gay bar features pool, darts, videos, and go-go boys on the bar and milling about.
Blake’s on the Park
227 10th St NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-464-7715
Blake’s is a must for gay male travelers. There’s not much of a dance floor, but that doesn’t stop the party. Blake’s attracts a beautiful mix of men of all ages, a fair number of women, and boasts some of the city’s most legendary drag queens. Conveniently located just off Piedmont Park.
Bulldogs
893 Peachtree St NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-872-3025
Facebook.com/BulldogsBarAtlanta
An ATL institution since 1978 and located in the heart of Midtown, Bulldogs has some of the finest DJs spinning house and hip-hop to go with those heavy-handed bartenders assuring you get your money’s worth. Expect a line out the door on weekends.
Dark Horse Tavern
816 North Highland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30306
404-873-3607
Dark Horse Tavern is unlike any other bar. Along with food and drinks, they also have karaoke – with a live band! Every Monday night, live out your rock star fantasy with the Metalsome Live Band. While you have to pay to take the stage, there’s never a cover to get in.
District Atlanta
269 Armour Dr NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
404-464-5924
As the only venue in the U.S. with a unique, 300+ floating orbs kinetic light system, District creates an unparalleled sensory experience, making it the perfect spot to dance the night away.
The EARL
488 Flat Shoals Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30316
404-522-3950
Live music and classic bar food are on the menu at this popular club hosting local and national acts.
Felix’s Atlanta
1510 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
404-249-7899
A friendly, small neighborhood bar in the Ansley Square strip mall. Fun for early evening drinks and hanging out with friends.
Fire Maker Brewery and Bar
975 Chattahoochee Ave NW Ste A
Atlanta, GA 30318
678-705-8777
Ranked #2 best new brewery in America by USA Today, Fire Maker has a rotating list of in-house beers, as well as trivia and other events!
Flex Spas Atlanta
76 4th St NW
Atlanta, GA 30308
404-815-0456
Flex is a 24/7 gay bathhouse complete with sauna, steam room, pool, sun deck, and private rooms. A membership is required and available on daily, six-month, and annual rates.
Flight Club
1055 Howell Mill Rd Ste 140
Atlanta, GA 30318
404-301-8003
Love to play darts? Flight Club is the place for you! They put a techy spin on the classic game with a digital darts board and tons of fast-paced games (if you didn’t know you could play Snakes and Ladders with darts, now you do). With creative bespoke cocktails and delicious shareable bites, this is the perfect spot to enjoy a night out with friends.
Friends on Ponce
736 Ponce De Leon Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30306
404-817-3820
A no-attitude bar with inexpensive drinks and pool tables popular among the alt gay crowd, this quiet, easygoing spot was made for hanging out with friends. It’s also a great choice if you’re new in town. Located steps from the BeltLine.
The Frisky Whisker
94 Pryor St SW
Atlanta, GA 30303
Along with being a non-profit cat lounge, The Frisky Whisker is also a music venue and sound gallery specializing in underground and alternative music from around the world.
Future Atlanta
50 Lower Alabama St Ste 180
Atlanta, GA 30303
470-225-1955
Featuring two levels, this 14,000-square-foot cabaret and dance club is a place to unwind, dance, and celebrate.
The Heretic
2069 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
404-325-3061
If you’re looking to dance with a mix of shirtless and light leather crowds, the Heretic is the place to go. You’ll find a diverse mix on weekends with heavy beats from guest DJs from around the country. It’s a butch bunch, but you’ll find all types scattered about the Heretic’s labyrinthine layout.
Joystick Gamebar
427 Edgewood Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
404-525-3002
If you’re a fan of old school arcade games, Joystick is a must-visit. Grab some quarters, get a beer, and play some pinball, Ms. Pac-Man, and Mortal Kombat at this LGBTQ+-owned barcade!
Lips Drag Queen Show Palace, Restaurant, and Bar
3011 Buford Hwy NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
404-315-7711
Lips is the ultimate in drag dining in Atlanta. Georgia’s top drag queens perform Vegas-style shows five nights a week, from Wednesday to Sunday. Stop by on Sunday afternoons for their Dragalicious Brunch.
Lore
466 Edgewood Ave SE Ste B
Atlanta, GA 30312
404-941-9294
Lore is a brand-new LGBTQ+ club with dancing, day parties, drag shows, karaoke, and a BYO crafting night every week!
Mary’s
1287 Glenwood Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30316
404-624-4411
Mary’s has been the hip bar of choice for alt gays and self-proclaimed queers for several years. Proudly called East Atlanta’s gay dive bar, don’t miss Mary-oke held every Tuesday and Saturday evening or the massive theme parties almost every weekend.
Mixx Atlanta
1492 Piedmont Ave NE Ste B
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-228-4372
Atlanta’s premier video venue hosts three different lounges for socializing with friends or hosting a party or event. Chill on weeknights with piano night on Tuesdays and other weekly events, then sizzle with DJs Fridays through Sundays.
My Sister’s Room
1104 Crescent Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
678-705-4585
MSR is the longest-running lesbian bar in Atlanta, with nightly events that cross musical genres and performances. Non-smoking with a sports-themed menu and a fun patio, this legendary spot is 21+ after 8 p.m.
Oscar’s Bar
1510 Piedmont Ave NE Ste C
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-815-8841
Oscar’s offers video on-demand with famous martinis and weekly events that include show tunes, karaoke, and DJs.
Pisces
483 Edgewood Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
404-997-3742
Pisces is Edgewood Avenue’s newest addition! The club – owned by iconic Atlanta DJ and the mind behind LGBTQ+ Atlanta’s favorite party Chaka Khan Hacienda, Ree de la Vega – is open Wednesday through Saturday and attracts a cool young crowd with its music-forward ethos.
Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium
466 Edgewood Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
404-522-8275
Though not specifically geared to a gay audience, you’ll find plenty of gay folks partying throughout the week. Church, as it’s commonly called, is a quirky spot loaded with tongue-in-cheek religious art and a killer Organ Karaoke every Wednesday. Also, look out for super-gay patio parties helmed by lesbian DJ Vicki Powell.
The Star Community Bar
437 Moreland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
404-390-3062
This punk bar is perfect for a beer with friends or to enjoy live music, their monthly drag show Alt3r, or shop at their flea markets and other pop-ups on Sundays.
The T
465 Boulevard SE Ste 103-A
Atlanta, GA 30312
404-343-2450
Known for its friendly atmosphere, great drinks, and good times, it’s “always a party” at this casual neighborhood gay bar with karaoke, pool, video games, a jukebox, and nightly specials.
Tripp’s Bar
1931 Piedmont Cir NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
404-555-1212
This cozy, unassuming bar offers karaoke, darts, free Wi-Fi, and a taco bar on Wednesdays.
Twain’s Brewpub and Billiards
211 E Trinity Pl
Decatur, GA 30030
404-373-0063
Gastropub with house-brewed tap beers, shuffleboard, pool & darts, plus trivia on Mondays.
Woofs Sports Bar
494 Plasters Ave NE Ste 200
Atlanta, GA 30324
404-869-9422
Atlanta’s only gay sports bar, Woofs hosts a pretty regular bear crowd with little elbow room on game days. The weekly line-up includes trivia, poker, sports on 21 screens, pool, darts, and a popular menu of bar grub.