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Atlanta Pride Festival and Parade

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Festival Guide

For current festival dates, event listings, and the latest Creative Loafing guide, see Atlanta Pride Festival and Parade.

Atlanta Pride Festival and Parade is one of the city’s most important annual cultural events, bringing together performances, community programming, advocacy, and LGBTQ+ celebrations during Pride weekend in Atlanta.

The festival is one of the largest Pride celebrations in the Southeast and continues to serve as a major gathering point for the city’s LGBTQ+ community and allies.

Festival Overview

Atlanta Pride weekend typically includes a two-day festival, the annual parade, community events, performances, vendors, and related Pride programming across the city.

For current event details and the latest listings, visit the official festival guide.

About the Atlanta Pride Festival and Parade

The Atlanta Pride Festival has roots going back to 1970 and has long served as a public celebration of Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ community. Over the decades, the event has grown into one of the city’s most visible annual festivals, combining celebration, visibility, advocacy, and community organizing.

Creative Loafing has covered Atlanta Pride across multiple years, and materials on this page may reflect past schedules, venues, and festival details.

Social & Updates

04/13/2026

Less than 6 months until the city shows up and shows out! Mark those calendars for October 10–11 🌈
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04/11/2026

Just a little more love and Pride from Atlanta today 💖
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04/10/2026

Bigger. Bolder. Atlanta Pride is back this October 10–11 🌈
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04/07/2026

Giveaway Alert 🚨 Atlanta Pride is giving away 2 tickets to dinamartina's upcoming Atlanta show at dadsgarageatl on May 10 🎉 Rules to enter: - Follow Atlanta Pride on Facebook and Instagram ✅ - Tag a friend below...
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04/04/2026

404 but make it Pride 🌈 🍑 Atlanta shows up with Pride, culture, and community every single time. Happy 404 Day, Atlanta 💖
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04/03/2026

Calling all performers 👀 Entertainment applications are OPEN now! Don’t miss your chance to hit the Atlanta Pride stage 🎶 ✨ Apply now at our link in bio.
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04/01/2026

Grand Marshal nominations are officially OPEN! 🌈 ✨ Know someone who’s made a powerful impact in our community? Someone who leads with pride, advocacy, and heart? Now’s your chance to celebrate them. Submit your...
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03/31/2026

This Trans Day of Visibility, we’re proud to spotlight E.R. Anderson and the incredible work happening at Charis Books & More (charisbooksandmore) and Charis Circle (charisasc), creating spaces where trans voices are...
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03/30/2026

Hey, returning Pride fam 👋 Just a reminder that your 15% Marketplace & Parade discount disappears on April 1. We sent your discount code to your email — check your inbox (and spam, just in case!) and get your...
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03/30/2026

Bring your whole family out for this special ALL AGES WussyFest drag brunch, in partnership w/ Atlanta Pride. Atlanta’s most fantastic drag performers & hosts are ready to entertain. Costumes encouraged! Dress up and...
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03/28/2026

Find your balance… then find your people 🧘🌈 Whether you’re here to move, breathe, or just vibe, there’s space for you at Pride 💖✨
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03/27/2026

In case you missed it… Parade + Marketplace applications are officially OPEN! Secure your spot and join us for Atlanta Pride 2026. 🌈 🔗 Apply now at our link in bio.
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Festival Coverage & Archives

Atlanta Pride Festival 2024

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