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Atlanta Pride 2026 Pride Guide Available Now!

Atlanta Pride is proud to announce Congressman Dr. Everton Blair Jr. as the 2026 Honorary Grand Marshal! 🌈

The full 2026 Atlanta Pride entertainment lineup is here! 🌈🎶

AIDS Quilt Panel Request Now Open

Get Loud. Get Proud. Get the fan. 🌈

Atlanta Pride Announces Shea Couleé as a 2026 Festival Headliner

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Atlanta Pride Announces JT, Cain Culto, and Zee Machine as 2026 Festival Headliners

Atlanta Pride Announces 2026 Grand Marshals

Chris McCain

Steven Igarashi

Marshmallow Cofer

Kaleb Solberg

Everton Blair Jr.

John M. Haupert

Carl Charles

Jenny Arellano

Master J. Tebias Perry

Noël Heatherland

Shawnna Brooks

Zee Machine

CAIN CULTO brought the energy, and Atlanta gave it right back. What song are you playing to take you back to his Pride set? 🔥

A little camera roll love for the people who made Pride weekend. 🌈 Tag your Pride bestie because we might have caught you two!

Louder & Prouder at the polls. 🌈 🗳️ This Election Day, take part in shaping your community’s future. Make a plan to vote, check your polling location, and let your voice be heard. Find more info at our link in bio.

Some Halloween inspiration, courtesy of YOU. 🎃 Looking back at a few of the fiercest looks from Atlanta Pride weekend, because these outfits deserve another moment.

Official Atlanta Pride 2026 merch is still available, so there's still time to grab your favorites and keep the Louder & Prouder spirit going all year long! Shop while supplies last at our link in bio. Colors and sizes are subject to availability. 🛍️

Another look at our incredible 2026 Atlanta Pride Grand Marshals making their way through the parade! Each of these individuals and organizations have made a lasting impact on our community, and we were honored to celebrate their leadership, advocacy, and contributions. Give our Grand Marshals some love in the comments! ❤️

Weekend plans? Listening to Zee Machine on repeat. 🎶🔥 Still not over that Atlanta Pride performance! What was your favorite song from his set? Drop it in the comments! 🌈

This is what LOUDER & PROUDER looks like! 🌈✨ Atlanta Pride 2026 was a powerful reminder of what makes our community so special. Even with unexpected challenges, the love, energy, and spirit of Pride shined through. Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s celebration possible and continues to make Atlanta Pride a place where everyone belongs. ❤️

One incredible community. Countless reasons to be proud. 🌈 From the Atlanta Pride Board of Directors and staff, thank you to everyone who played a part in this year's celebration. It's an honor to bring Atlanta Pride to life alongside a community that continues to inspire us year after year.

To the hundreds of volunteers who gave their time, energy, and heart to make Atlanta Pride 2026 possible, THANK YOU! From welcoming attendees and supporting festival operations to helping bring the celebration to life, your dedication makes all the difference. Rain or shine, your commitment to our community never wavered. Atlanta Pride wouldn't be possible without you, and we're so grateful to have you as part of our Pride family! 🌈

Louder & Prouder looks pretty good from every angle. 📸✨ We're still not over last weekend, and we're already looking forward to 2027! 😍

Thank you for being part of the 2026 Atlanta Pride Festival! As we reflect on this year's celebration, we want to hear from YOU. 🌈 From your favorite moments to ways we can improve, your feedback helps shape the future of Atlanta Pride and make our festival even better for our community. Take a few minutes to complete our Festival Survey and help us make 2027 louder, prouder, and better than ever! 🔗 Share your feedback at the link in our bio.

Atlanta showed up Louder & Prouder! 🎉📣 A storm took Saturday, but it couldn’t take our Pride. On Sunday this community filled the streets for the parade, packed the Marketplace, danced in front of both stages and turned Piedmont Park into the celebration we all needed. You danced, you marched, you sang, and you were Louder & Prouder all weekend long. Hit play and feel it all over again!

Six acts. One unforgettable night on the @cocacola Main Stage. Thank you to every artist who brought it to Piedmont Park: Aryee the Gem, Zee Machine, Cain Culto, A Chaka Moment...In The Park, Starlight Cabaret, and our headliner JT for closing out the night. You rolled with the changes, reworked your sets, and showed up Louder & Prouder for Atlanta. We are so grateful. What a way to close out Pride weekend. Until next year, Atlanta. 🏳️‍🌈

More than 200 vendors. Nonstop talent on the @visitathensga Community Stage. Thank you to every vendor, community organization, and sponsor who brought the Atlanta Pride Marketplace to life today. You made Piedmont Park the place to connect, shop, learn, and show up for each other. And a big thank you to the performers who brought the energy all afternoon on the Community Stage, presented by Visit Athens: New Weirdos, Libbaloops, Shooting Stars Cabaret, Your Ex’s Pets, and Sweet Tea: A Queer Variety Show. You remind us why we do this. Louder, prouder, and together, always. 💖

We said Louder & Prouder, and Atlanta showed up. After yesterday’s storm, our community filled the streets for the 2026 Atlanta Pride Parade with all the color, joy, and noise we’ve been waiting for. To everyone who marched, cheered, built a float, or stood along the route: THANK YOU. This is what it looks like when you choose Pride 🌈

On National Coming Out Day, Atlanta Pride celebrates everyone who has shared their truth, everyone still finding the words, and everyone choosing the path that feels safest and right for them. Happy National Coming Out Day, Atlanta! 🌈

Atlanta Pride is TOMORROW 🌈 Charge your phone, grab your crew, and we’ll see you at the park (rain or shine)!

Atlanta, did you really think we’d let a hurricane keep us quiet? 🌈 Sunday is ON, and we’re going Louder & Prouder than ever. 📣 Tomorrow, October 11, the Atlanta Pride Parade steps off as planned, and the Marketplace is open. Then stick around Piedmont Park for a full day of performances across two stages: 🎤Coca-Cola Main Stage 2:00 | Aryee the Gem 3:10 | Zee Machine 4:05 | Cain Culto 5:00 | A Chaka Moment...In The Park 7:15 | Starlight Cabaret w/special guest Shea Couleé 9:40 | JT closes out the night ✨Community Stage, presented by Visit Athens New Weirdos, Libbaloops, Shooting Stars Cabaret, Your Ex’s Pets, Sweet Tea: A Queer Variety Show and the Queer Your Gender Dance Party A huge thank you to every performer and entertainer who rolled with the changes and worked so hard with us to make Sunday happen. You moved schedules, reworked sets, and are showing up for this community in a big way. 💖 Have a Saturday Premium Pass? It will be honored on Sunday. Download the Atlanta Pride app and turn on notifications for real-time updates. The festival is free and open to everyone. See you in the park, Atlanta.

IMPORTANT ATLANTA PRIDE FESTIVAL UPDATE Due to the threat of severe weather and anticipated hazardous conditions, all Atlanta Pride Festival programming scheduled for Saturday, October 10, has been canceled. This cancellation applies to SATURDAY ONLY. Atlanta Pride fully anticipates that Sunday's festival activities, including the Atlanta Pride Parade, will proceed as planned, weather and safety conditions permitting. Adjustments to the entertainment lineup and programming are underway, and additional details will be shared as they become available. 🎟️ Saturday-only Premium Passes will be honored on Sunday, October 11. The safety of our community remains our highest priority. Please continue to follow Atlanta Pride's official channels and festival app for the latest updates. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We look forward to celebrating Pride together on Sunday! 🌈

2 days to go! 🌈 Get ready, Atlanta. This weekend is going to be one to remember, whether it's rain or shine!

Cheers to our 2026 Gold Sponsors! 💛 Thank you for standing with Atlanta Pride and helping us create a weekend where our community can come together and celebrate LOUDER & PROUDER. 🌈

3 days, Atlanta! 🌈 The countdown is officially on, whether it's rain or shine. Who's coming with you?

Atlanta Pride is closely monitoring the forecast for this weekend and encourages all attendees to plan ahead for a variety of weather conditions. The Atlanta Pride Festival is a rain or shine event; however, weather conditions may result in temporary delays or schedule adjustments. Attendees are encouraged to download the Atlanta Pride app and follow official social media channels for updates throughout the week and festival weekend.

Save this post before Pride weekend! 📌🌈 From what to bring and festival safety to charging stations, community standards and accessibility resources, here’s what you need to know before heading to Piedmont Park for Atlanta Pride. A few important reminders: arrive with your phone fully charged, plan your transportation ahead of time, stay hydrated and remember that there will be no ATMs in Piedmont Park this year. Atlanta Pride is RAIN OR SHINE! 🌈☔ Come prepared for the possibility of rain with ponchos, umbrellas and weather-ready gear. Severe weather may result in temporary delays or evacuations. Also, please keep your pets at home. The City of Atlanta does not allow pets at Class A festivals, including the Atlanta Pride Festival. ADA service animals are welcome. Swipe through, share with your Pride crew and come ready for an incredible weekend. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

We’re sending a huge THANK YOU to our 2026 Platinum Sponsors! ✨ Your support helps make Atlanta Pride possible and allows us to continue bringing our community together.

Let’s officially kick off Atlanta Pride Weekend together! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Join us Friday, October 9, at 1 PM in Piedmont Park for our first-ever Pride Flag Raising as we mark the start of an unforgettable weekend of community, celebration, and Pride.

Atlanta Pride wouldn’t be possible without the incredible organizations that help bring our celebration to life. 🌈 A huge THANK YOU to our 2026 Rainbow Sponsors for supporting Atlanta Pride and helping us create a weekend filled with community, visibility and celebration.

We had an incredible night this past weekend at our 2026 Atlanta Pride Sponsor & VIP Reception, where we honored both our Sponsors and Grand Marshals 🌈 A huge thanks to @georgiaaquarium for hosting this amazing event, and for @thedottecom, @itcouldonlybejared, and @neon.horror for providing some fabulous entertainment. Atlanta Pride is THIS WEEKEND! Let's get Louder & Prouder! 🎉

Pride weekend, right at your fingertips! The official Atlanta Pride app is NOW AVAILABLE 📲 Download it before you head to Piedmont Park to explore the festival schedule, plan your weekend, find your favorite performers and keep everything Pride in one place. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Search "Atlanta Pride" to download now and start planning for Atlanta Pride, October 10–11!

Y’all means all. Join Atlanta United for Pride Night on Saturday, Oct. 24, as the 5-Stripes take on Chicago Fire. Each ticket pack includes an exclusive fan, while supplies last. Link in bio for more.

Thank you to @VisitAthensGA for being a proud sponsor of Atlanta Pride!

We love your furry friends, but please leave them at home for Atlanta Pride. 🐾 🌈 In collaboration with PALS Atlanta, we’re sharing an important reminder: the City of Atlanta does not allow pets at Class A festivals, including the Atlanta Pride Festival. ADA service animals are welcome. Service animals are specially trained to assist their disabled handlers and are not considered pets. With large crowds, loud noises, heat and humidity, Pride can also be a stressful and potentially unsafe environment for pets. Help us keep Atlanta Pride safe, accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Remember: service animals are welcome, but pets should stay home. We can’t wait to celebrate with you this October! 🌈

ONE WEEK TO GO! Atlanta Pride is almost here, and your Official 2026 Pride Guide has everything you need to plan your weekend. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Save this guide for festival weekend to find: ✨ Full entertainment schedules 🎤 JT, Shea Couleé, Zee Machine + more 🌈 Marches, the Atlanta Pride Parade + official events 🎪 Activities throughout Piedmont Park ❤️ And so much more! We’ll see you in Piedmont Park October 10–11 as we get LOUDER & PROUDER! 📲 Save it. Share it. Send it to your Pride crew.

Stay in the heart of Midtown for Atlanta Pride! Make @hotelgranada_atlanta your home base for Pride weekend. This boutique Midtown hotel puts you less than a mile from Piedmont Park, home of the Atlanta Pride Festival. ✨ Settle into thoughtfully designed guestrooms and suites ✨ Start the day with weekend brunch at Pom Court, Granada’s open-air courtyard restaurant ✨ Head to Piedmont Park for the Atlanta Pride Festival ✨ Come back for cocktails at @maypeel_atlanta, the hotel’s intimate speakeasy-style bar Special Atlanta Pride rates are available for stays October 8–12. Book your Pride stay at Hotel Granada!

Meet ZAMI NOBLA (National Organization of Black Lesbians on Aging), one of the 2026 Atlanta Pride Grand Marshals! 🌈 Based in Atlanta, ZAMI NOBLA (@zaminobla) is dedicated to building power, visibility, and community for Black lesbians aged 40 and older. Grounded in a Black feminist social justice framework, the organization addresses issues including health and wellness, housing justice, food access, movement building, education, and community-engaged research. Through advocacy, storytelling, cultural programming, and intergenerational organizing, ZAMI NOBLA works to ensure that older Black lesbians can age with dignity, connection, visibility, and power while challenging systems of inequity that impact their lives. Join us for the Atlanta Pride Festival on October 10-11! 🎉

Ride with Pride! MARTA (@MARTAtransit) is committed to creating a welcoming and connected transit system for everyone. Come celebrate Pride with MARTA and uplift Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ community! View three custom wrapped MARTA buses designed by local artists celebrating Pride and Atlanta’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community.

Atlanta Pride is proud to announce Congressman Dr. Everton Blair Jr. as the 2026 Honorary Grand Marshal! 🌈 Born and raised in Gwinnett County, Congressman Blair is an educator, longtime public servant and Georgia’s first openly LGBTQ+ member of Congress. His career has taken him from teaching high school math in Atlanta Public Schools to leading the Gwinnett County Board of Education and now representing Georgia’s 13th Congressional District in Washington. We’re honored to recognize his historic leadership and welcome him to the Atlanta Pride Parade. Join us October 10–11 as we celebrate Atlanta Pride 2026, Louder & Prouder!

Announcing the 2026 Shooting Stars cast! 💫 Hosted by Mona Lott, the Shooting Star Cabaret features the rising stars of local Atlanta drag and performance art. See it live on the Community Stage presented by Visit Athens on Saturday, October 10 at 4PM.

Join us at El Viñedo Local for an Empanada Blitz on Tuesday, September 29th and Wednesday, October 7, from 5–9 PM in celebration of Atlanta Pride. ✨ Yes! All proceeds from empanada sales will benefit Atlanta Pride. ✨ The bar team is shaking things up with a special Pride cocktail + mocktail for the night. Bring your friends, grab some empanadas, and see if you can sell us out! 🥟 No reservations required, just come hungry and ready to celebrate!

We’re teaming up with @hotelgranadaatl and @statefarmarena to send one lucky winner and a guest to see Charli xcx live in Atlanta on October 6! One winner will receive: Two tickets to Charli xcx at State Farm Arena One-night stay for two at Hotel Granada $75 food & beverage credit at Hotel Granada To enter: Follow @atlantapride, @hotelgranadaatl and @statefarmarena Like this post Tag the friend you’d bring in the comments Giveaway closes September 30. Good luck!

Meet Shawnna Brooks (She/Her), one of the 2026 Atlanta Pride Grand Marshals! 🌈 A legendary figure in Atlanta's drag community and Mother of the House of Brooks, Shawnna Brooks has spent decades entertaining audiences and shaping the city's LGBTQ+ nightlife culture. Known for her charisma, humor, and enduring stage presence, Shawnna remains a beloved performer and mentor whose career has inspired generations of drag artists. Throughout her storied career, Shawnna has held numerous titles, including Miss Gay Georgia USofA, Miss Gay Atlanta, Miss National, and Miss Georgia Continental. Join us for the Atlanta Pride Festival on October 10-11! 🎉

Meet Pressure K (Out of Drag: She/Her | In Drag: He/Him), one of the 2026 Atlanta Pride Grand Marshals! 🌈 Pressure K is an Atlanta-based drag king, comedian, host, and entertainer known for combining Southern swagger, comedy, and high-energy performances. Raised in Stone Mountain and Lithonia, Georgia, Pressure K proudly celebrates Atlanta culture while expanding visibility for drag kings and masculine-presenting performers. After gaining national recognition as a contestant on Season 1 of King of Drag, Pressure K has continued to build a platform centered on authenticity, representation, and community connection. Join us for the Atlanta Pride Festival on October 10-11! 🎉

The full 2026 Atlanta Pride entertainment lineup is here! 🌈🎶 JT is headlining this year’s festival, joined by an incredible lineup of artists, DJs, drag performers, local favorites and more across the weekend. Start planning your must-see performances now and get ready to celebrate with us in Piedmont Park, October 10–11. Who are you most excited to see? 👀 Upgrade your Pride weekend with Premium Passes at our link in bio.

What does it take to bring Atlanta Pride to life? 🌈 Join Operations Manager Marshmallow Cofer for a look around Piedmont Park and see how months of planning come together, from the Marketplace and Artist Market to the AIDS Memorial Quilt display, stages, family programming, wellness spaces and more. In just a few weeks, these open spaces will be filled with community, celebration and Pride. Join us October 10–11 and get Louder & Prouder with us! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Announcing the cast for the 2026 Starlight Cabaret ⭐️ 🎉 Hosted by the legendary Phoenix, the Starlight Cabaret is the LARGEST drag show in the South Eastern United States. The Starlight Cabaret boasts 20 drag acts at the top of their craft that live and work in the Atlanta Metropolitan area.

Meet Noël Heatherland (They/Them), one of the 2026 Atlanta Pride Grand Marshals! 🌈 Noël Heatherland is an organizer, storyteller, and activist dedicated to collective liberation. As Statewide Organizing & Outreach Manager for Georgia Equality, they helped lead efforts that successfully defeated all fifteen anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced during Georgia's 2026 legislative session. Noël serves on the boards of This Doesn't Define Me and The Dreaming Justice Project, and is a passionate advocate for survivors of domestic violence. Join us for the Atlanta Pride Festival on October 10-11! 🎉

Shea Couleé has a message for you, Atlanta. 🌈✨ She’s getting ready to bring the energy to Atlanta Pride, and we can’t wait to welcome her to Piedmont Park this October. Catch Shea Couleé live at the Atlanta Pride Festival, October 10–11, and get ready to celebrate Louder & Prouder with us. Get your premium passes here at our link in bio.

Meet Master J. Tebias Perry (He/Him), one of the 2026 Atlanta Pride Grand Marshals! 🌈 Master J. Tebias Perry is an internationally respected educator, activist, mentor, journalist, and leader within the Leather community. An Atlanta native, he is the creator of the acclaimed "Bulge" event and the annual "Tacos and Tequila" fundraiser, which directs all proceeds to nonprofit organizations serving local communities. A former member of ONYX, he currently serves as Director of Engagement for International Mr. Leather, Inc., and contributes to the Leather Archives & Museum. He is also the author of Leather Mentorship and The Principles of Leather Leadership. Join us for the Atlanta Pride Festival on October 10-11! 🎉

Zee Machine is ready for Atlanta Pride, and we are too. 🌈🎶 Get ready to experience it all in Piedmont Park on October 10–11! Want to take your Pride weekend up a level? Upgrade your Atlanta Pride experience with Premium Passes for exclusive perks and access to meet and greets! Link in bio for more info.

Meet Marshmallow Cofer, Atlanta Pride’s Operations Manager! 🌈 With seven years of experience working in Atlanta’s queer community, Marshmallow brings a passion for creating events and spaces that are accessible, diverse, welcoming, and fun for everyone. Her first Atlanta Pride was at 16 years old. Now, she’s helping bring the festival to life for a whole new year of celebration. Get to know Marshmallow and join us for the Atlanta Pride Festival, October 10–11! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Meet John M. Haupert (He/Him), one of the 2026 Atlanta Pride Grand Marshals! 🌈 John M. Haupert is Chief Executive Officer of Grady Health System (@gradyhealth), one of the nation's leading public academic healthcare systems. A nationally recognized healthcare leader, he has served as Chair of the American Hospital Association Board of Trustees, Chair of America's Essential Hospitals, and Chair of the Georgia Hospital Association. Through his leadership, Grady has strengthened access to high-quality healthcare for diverse communities throughout metro Atlanta. Join us for the Atlanta Pride Festival on October 10-11! 🎉

Lounge Tickets are officially 75% SOLD OUT! 🐠🌈 If you’re planning to kick off Atlanta Pride weekend with us at the Georgia Aquarium (@georgiaaquarium), now’s the time to secure your spot. Don’t wait until they’re gone! Grab your Lounge Tickets at our link in bio and get ready for an unforgettable night under the sea.

Meet Jenny Arellano (She/Her), one of the 2026 Atlanta Pride Grand Marshals! 🌈 Jenny Arellano is a trailblazing media personality, beauty professional, activist, and influencer whose impact on Atlanta's LGBTQ+ community spans nearly two decades. Jenny made history as the first transgender woman in Atlanta to obtain an amended birth certificate reflecting her gender identity and continues to use her platform to elevate authentic stories and increase visibility for transgender and Latino communities through projects such as Jenny Sin Censura. Join us for the Atlanta Pride Festival on October 10-11! 🎉

Pride is powered by community. 💖 🌈 Year after year, our incredible volunteers show up, pitch in and help bring Atlanta Pride to life. Now it’s your turn to be part of the team behind one of Atlanta’s biggest weekends of the year. Volunteer applications are open for the 2026 Atlanta Pride Festival, happening October 10–11 in Piedmont Park. Sign up today at our link in bio and help us make Pride happen.

Meet Carl Charles (He/Him/His), one of the 2026 Atlanta Pride Grand Marshals! 🌈 Carl Charles serves as the Elayne Cassidy Nicholas Memorial Counsel for Trans and Nonbinary Rights in Lambda Legal's Southern Regional Office (@lambdalegal). He has helped lead groundbreaking litigation expanding and protecting civil rights for transgender people nationwide, including challenges to discriminatory federal passport policies and anti-trans sports bans. Join us for the Atlanta Pride Festival on October 10-11! 🎉

Bring your friends and family to enjoy stories, coloring sheets, and lots of fun on the lawn of the Picnic Pavilion, located in the Atlanta Pride “Family Fun Zone,” directly across from Greystone in Piedmont Park! Drag Story Hour Atlanta invites you to join our host, ALABAMA, on Saturday, October 10 at noon! They will be reading books and serving looks! 🌈📚

Meet the voices helping lead Atlanta Pride to be Louder & Prouder! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Our 2026 Grand Marshals each bring their own story, perspective and connection to our community. Hear from this year’s honorees as they share what Pride, visibility, and being named a Grand Marshal mean to them. Join us for the Atlanta Pride Festival on October 10–11! 🌈

Atlanta, your 2026 Pride soundtrack is looking GOOD. 🔥🌈 🎤 JT ✨ Shea Couleé 🎸 Cain Culto 🎶 ZEE MACHINE ➕ More artists still to be announced! Get ready for a full weekend of music, performances and Pride in Piedmont Park on October 10–11. Who are you most excited to see? 👀

🎶 GIVEAWAY TIME 🎶 Want to see Brandi Carlile (@brandicarlile) live? We’re giving one lucky winner two tickets to see Brandi Carlile on Thursday, September 3 at Gas South Arena! 🌈✨ To enter: ✨ Make sure you’re following Atlanta Pride ✨ Tag the friend you’d bring with you in the comments below Already know you need to be there? Get your tickets to see Brandi at Gas South Arena at our link in bio.

Three Atlanta Pride traditions return to the Festival, bringing our communities together for visibility, celebration, equality and Pride. 🏳️‍⚧️ Annual Trans March — 1:45 PM 🩷💜💙 Annual Bi & Pan March — 3:30 PM 🧡🩷💜 Annual Dyke March — 5:00 PM All three marches step off from the Charles Allen Gate and travel through Midtown before returning to Piedmont Park. Bring your friends, make a sign and show up loud and proud for our community. 🌈

Atlanta Pride is always better with your people. 🌈💖 Who are you bringing to Pride this year? Your bestie, your partner, your chosen family, the whole group chat? Tag your Pride crew below and start making those October plans. 👇

✨ GIVEAWAY TIME ✨ We’re teaming up for the ultimate Kacey Musgraves night in Atlanta! One lucky winner will receive: 🎟️ Two tickets to Kacey Musgraves on September 30 at State Farm Arena (@statefarmarena) 🏨 One overnight stay for two at REVERB by Hard Rock Atlanta (@reverbhotelatlanta) 🍸 $100 food & beverage credit Enter for your chance to win and make a whole night of it. To enter, be sure you're following us and tag a friend down below 🌟 Already know you need to be there? Get your tickets to see Kacey Musgraves at State Farm Arena now!

Shea Couleé (@sheacoulee) has been officially added to our 2026 Atlanta Pride playlist 🎶✨ What Shea songs do YOU want on repeat before Pride weekend? Drop your favorites in the comments, then head to our playlist to start getting ready for October. 🌈 🎧 Listen now at our link in bio.

Requests are now open for AIDS Memorial Quilt panels to be displayed at the 2026 Atlanta Pride Festival. ❤️ If there is a specific panel you would like to request for this year’s festival, submissions will be accepted through September 1. Panels are subject to availability. The AIDS Memorial Quilt honors the lives of people lost to AIDS and helps preserve their stories for generations to come. 🔗 Submit a panel request by emailing steven.igarashi@atlantapride.org

Get Loud. Get Proud. Get the fan. 🌈 Join Atlanta Pride’s 70 Club as a new member and you’ll receive our brand-new Louder & Prouder clack fan while supplies last! Join today at our link in bio.

Meet the entertainers auditioning for the Shooting Stars Cabaret! 💫 Auditions are live on Tuesday, August 11 at Heretic Atlanta. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., the show begins at 7 p.m., and admission is free. This event is 21+. The auditions will be hosted by Shooting Star Show Director Mona Lott and judged by Phoenix, Just Toby and Steven Igarashi.

Atlanta, get ready for Shea Couleé! ✨ The internationally renowned drag icon, actor, recording artist, and fashion trailblazer is joining JT, Cain Culto, and Zee Machine in the 2026 Atlanta Pride Festival lineup. Shea is bringing their magnetic stage presence, boundary-pushing artistry and unapologetic queer excellence to Piedmont Park for a truly Louder & Prouder celebration. 📅 October 10–11, 2026 📍 Piedmont Park 🌈 Free and open to everyone Who’s ready to see Shea take the Atlanta Pride stage? 🔥

Applications are now open for the 2026 Starlight Cabaret. Show Atlanta what you’ve got and apply today for the chance to perform at one of Atlanta Pride’s most beloved traditions! 🏳️‍🌈✨ 🔗 Apply now at the link in bio. 🎥: @stefan_shagwell & @ashley_elayne

Atlanta, you show up with love, joy and pride every single year. We love you right back. ❤️🌈 See you October 10–11 at Piedmont Park!

The countdown is ON! Just 70 days until Atlanta Pride takes over Piedmont Park for a weekend that’s Louder & Prouder than ever. 🌈🎉

Atlanta... are you ready? 🔥 We're turning it up Louder & Prouder this October as JT takes the stage as the headliner for the 2026 Atlanta Pride Festival! 🌈 Joining the celebration are Cain Culto and Zee Machine, bringing even more incredible talent to a weekend filled with music, community, and Pride. More artists and entertainment announcements are still to come, so stay tuned! 📍 Piedmont Park 🗓 October 10-11, 2026 Who's ready to see JT at Atlanta Pride? 👇

Are you ready to be Loud and Proud, Atlanta? 🔊🌈 The wait is over. We're excited to unveil the official theme for Atlanta Pride Festival 2026: ✨ Louder & Prouder ✨ This year's theme is a celebration of visibility, authenticity, resilience, and joy. It's about raising our voices, embracing who we are, and showing the world the strength of our community. Join us October 10-11, 2026, for the biggest Pride celebration in the Southeast. Logo designed by Katie Costa Design

Your Atlanta Pride weekend deserves a glow up! Premium Passes are available NOW ✨🌈 🍸 Private bar 🍿 Complimentary snacks 🚽 Premium bathrooms 📸 Exclusive meet & greet access Prices go up June 30 so act fast 👀 Buy yours at our link in bio.

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