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Known as the “Big Ol’ Slice of Atlanta Gay Pride”, this circuit party brings visitors top notch DJs from around the world and incredible events.
Atlanta’s Gay Club Owners and Event Promoters have come together with GA Boy Productions to bring visitors top notch DJs from around the world and incredible events to celebrate Atlanta Gay Pride.
- Atlanta’s original gayborhood, Midtown is the core of LGBTQ life in Atlanta. The city fills up for Atlanta pride so book your hotel in advance. Stay at the Canopy By Hilton Atlanta Midtown with large rooms and a modern stylish finish.
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- Big Ol’ Slice brings a full run of Atlanta Pride parties, from a Thursday warm-up through to Monday morning.
- Start with a relaxed opening night: the previous programme kicked off with free entry at Blake’s On The Park before the weekend’s ticketed club events.
- Friday sets the pace with an opening pride party, followed by an early-morning Afterglow session for those keen to keep partying until sunrise.
- Saturday centres on the main Pride party, with international circuit DJs and another Afterglow taking the weekend into Sunday morning.
- Sunday’s annual Tea Dance and closing party gives visitors one final big night, with a Monday morning session rounding off the extended weekend.
- Expect a mix of major club venues and smaller after-hours spaces. Popular venues include Believe Music Hall, The Masquerade, District Atlanta and the lower level of BJ Roosters.
After Glow Parties
- Future is the brainchild of Keith Young and Hoosh Mishu, the owners of the after hour event series Xion and is on 180 Lower Alabama St.
- It is a purpose built cub and part of the city’s Underground district which has undergone significant redevelopment over the past few years. Check out the hotels close to the Party.
Friday Night Party — Believe Music Hall
- Believe Music Hall is a two-level music venue at 181 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard SE.
- Its main room has a large LED wall, a mezzanine overlooking the floor and several bars.
- The venue has several spaces, including Wish Lounge and an outdoor terrace.
- It sits south of Downtown; allow extra travel time from a Midtown hotel on Pride weekend.
Saturday Night Party — The Masquerade
- The Masquerade hosts the Saturday main event in Kenny’s Alley at Underground Atlanta.
- Founded in 1989, it moved from its original mill location and now has four indoor performance rooms: Heaven, Hell, Purgatory and Altar, set around an open-air courtyard.
- Use the venue’s entrance at 75 Martin Luther King Jr Drive SW.
Sunday Night Party — District Atlanta
- District Atlanta hosts the Sunday closing party at 269 Armour Drive NE.
- The converted warehouse has a main dance floor, an outdoor patio, multiple bars and an upper level.
- Its suspended lighting installation, lasers and LED walls make this a club night with a different feel from Saturday’s concert venue.
- Plan a ride from Midtown or Piedmont Park; District is outside the park’s immediate walking area.
Monday Morning Parties
- Heretic is one of Atlanta’s old-school landmark amongst gay bars and is still one of the most beloved places to party in Midtown. The bartenders are friendly and the crowds are attractive.
- The DJs and shows are top-notch. Heretic is on 2069 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE. Book your stay close to Piedmont park.
Where to Stay
Stay in Midtown Atlanta for easy access to the city’s gay bars, restaurants and Pride celebrations around Piedmont Park, or Downtown Atlanta for the main city attractions and a short ride to Midtown.
- Glenn Hotel, Autograph Collection – Stylish boutique hotel in Downtown Atlanta, close to Centennial Olympic Park and the city’s major attractions.
- Renaissance Atlanta Midtown Hotel – Contemporary hotel in the heart of Midtown, close to the gay bars and a short distance from Piedmont Park. My pick for Pride.
- Stonehurst Place – Boutique guesthouse in Midtown with individually designed rooms and a quieter residential setting close to Piedmont Park.
- The Ritz-Carlton Atlanta – Five-star Downtown hotel with spacious rooms and a polished city-centre setting, a good choice if you want a luxury stay.
For Big Ol’ Slice and Atlanta Pride, Midtown is the preferred base, putting the gay scene and Piedmont Park close by.
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