What To Eat & Drink During Atlanta Black Pride Weekend

Pride is more than just a month in Atlanta—big celebrations happen year round. And while the city celebrates Pride month along with the rest of the country in June, everyone knows Atlanta’s major Pride celebrations happen in September and October during Black Pride Weekend and the Atlanta Pride Festival. There’s plenty to eat, drink, and see—sip wine on a rooftop, eat free BBQ during a day party, or dare to set sail on a Lake Lanier booze cruise with an all-you-can-eat Caribbean buffet.

THE EVENTS

Loews Hotel, First Friday of Every Month

It’s been a long work week, and a stiff drink is required. Hit up the Loews Hotel in Midtown on the first Friday of every month for playful cocktails and rainbow macaroons from the hotel’s Saltwood Bar.

MSR, Aug. 30

Head over to My Sister's Room in Midtown for a comedy night, featuring comedian Rita Brent from 8-10pm.

MSR, Aug. 30

After you hang out at the comedy show, stay for MSR's Femme Friday party, which kicks off at 10pm.

Casa Almenara: Tulum Cuisine & Craft Bar, Aug. 31

From 9pm-2am on Saturday, Aug. 31, head to Casa Almenara on 10th and Piedmont, where you can enjoy food, hookah, and signature cocktails—all set to a groovy soundtrack.

MSR, Aug. 31

Grab a cocktail and hang out at MSR in Midtown for a music show featuring Cali Kilo from 8-10pm. Then stay for the Stud Saturday party, which goes until 3am.

Domaine ATL & Midtown Beach Dining & Social Club, Aug. 31

EnHergy's annual pool party will take place at Midtown Beach Club/Domaine this year. The entry fee is $30, and the indoor/outdoor day party (which starts at 3pm) will be hosted by TeLovee and Raven Diaz. Expect music, dancers, and live performances.

Piedmont Park, Sept. 1

With appearances from Keke Palmer, Kandi, Tamar Braxton, Niecy Nash-Betts, Jessica Betts, and more, the Pure Heat Community Festival will take place in Piedmont from noon-8pm and will also feature live music performances and food vendors.

The Starling, Sept. 1

Hosted by Queen Sheeba, the R&B Brunch featuring Jessica Betts will be held at The Starling in Midtown from 12-3pm—$60 gets you access to a full buffet and drinks.

RT60 Rooftop Bar at Reverb, Sep. 1

Celebrate Pride at the RT60 Rooftop Bar in Reverb on Sept. 1 from 8pm-1am. Enjoy small bites and sip cocktails and wine while taking in epic skyline views of Downtown Atlanta.

Truth Midtown Restaurant & Lounge, Sept. 2

Atlanta Black Pride Weekend will come to a close on Monday, and if you’re looking for a way to end your time, then check out the day party at Truth Midtown from 4-9pm. Get there early if you want to eat free BBQ, which will be available until 6pm.

Margaritaville at Lake Lanier, Sept. 2

Feeling adventurous? For $125, you’ll get set sail on Lake Lanier from Margaritaville from 1-5pm for a day of drinks and partying. There will be an all-inclusive Caribbean buffet, open bar, and a live band.