TALK OF THE TOWN: Chaka Khan Hacienda, July 14, 2019

Glitter teeth and cupping, just a few reasons CL’s “Best Day Party” and “Best Weekly Event” 2018, Chaka Khan Hacienda, holds up during the dog days of 2019.

The party goes down at 8Arm, a flossy intown bar with its own mystique on Ponce de Leon Ave., near Ponce City Market and across from  where the old Murder Kroger used to stand. Host with the most, Ree de la Vega, rounds up a blend of reggae, disco and house DJs, to bring a diverse crowd together for a sweaty dance party, every Sunday, late May through early October. 

Headsup! The crowd likes to dress for this one. However, no worries if you aren’t feeling your ‘fit. There are clothes and accessory vendors to shop from, and glitter makeovers - for your teeth. The party is always free to attend, but for only $5 bucks you can choose from a getting a tooth temporarily glittered, or 5 minutes of massage time.

The Castillo family poses with CL’s 2018 Best of Atlanta family Best Drag Queen and Best Event Host Brigette Bidet (right) and Nashville Queen Orchid. “This pic is everything! It embodies everything I love about Hacienda!” -Ree de la Vega, Event Organizer and Creator. Photo by Ema Carr.

Partygoers partied like it was their birthday, because it was. Photo by Ema Carr.

Rachel White and Rachel Powers hit Chaka Khan as part of their Sunday Funday. All smiles, all afternoon, despite the humidity. Photo by Ema Carr.

Chaka Khan caters to a balanced crowd with cupping and massages by the minute, should one need a break from the dance floor. Photo by Ema Carr.

Corban Irby slinging sauce for Japanese street food pop-up, Ok Yaki. Photo by Ema Carr.

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