Atlanta gay bars 2022
Once Upon a Time in Atlanta: Staging Revolution from the Gay Bar
“Certainly,” Jim Auchmutey of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution writes, Atlanta is “the gay oasis of the South—the place with the most gay bars and the most same-sex attracted churches” of any town in the southeastern Merged States. 1
Published in a 1987 series titled “The Shaping of Atlanta,” Auchmutey’s article describes the “influences” and numerous contributions of gay and lesbian Atlantans from their power as a voting bloc to their “renovation of intown neighborhoods.” As numerous and powerful as they may be, Auchmutey notes that “no one interviewed for [his] article could designate a single prominent Atlantan who is openly gay.”2 Further, Auchmutey’s article depicts a tension among Atlanta’s gay-and-lesbian-identifying citizens between those who desire more out, overt, and direct political action and those who do not see a need for such activist organization. Auchmutey interviews Atlanta business-owner Frank Powell, who states, “Reputable gay people don’t carry signs in the streets. I notice those people on the news and they observe like creatures out of a weird movie. I would never do that. I have nephews and nieces in this
Atlanta gay pride festival, iconic gay bar give back post-Covid
Atlanta's gay event festival is returning after a two-year Covid hiatus.
The city's last two male lover pride celebrations were held virtually as the pandemic halted festivals worldwide.
This weekend, however, large crowds are expected in the city’s Midtown neighborhood.
A parade is scheduled for Sunday, with other celebrations Friday through Monday.
Also returning is the iconic gay bar The Atlanta Eagle, which after 33-years became a Covid business casualty.
Owner Richard Ramey is reopening the business in a new location.
“As I closed down November two years ago, and I sat there and told everybody bye, I told them that they were leaving but it was temporary," Ramey said. "And for me to be able to fulfill this promise is just beyond words.”
The Atlanta Eagle was an LGBTQ collective gathering spot on Ponce de Leon Avenue for decades.
It's moving into a building formerly occupied by other gay bars, most recently Midtown Moon and Burkhart's, in Midtown's Ansley Square.
The bar is re-opening on Saturday as visitors from around the region come to Atlanta.
"I'm absolutely terrified," he said with a laugh. "
YES, WE AREOPEN!
Sunday: 2pm -Midnight
Monday - Saturday: 2pm-2am
EASY TO FIND, HARD TO Go away, AND IMPOSSIBLE TO FORGET
New Faces
Sunday Sept 11
Friends on Ponce
Where making friends is not just manageable it is our Motto! Come out and appreciate our relaxed atmosphere and enjoy our great prices and heavy pours. Authorize us be your Finest Friend!
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Upcoming Events.
Ruby Redd’s Birdcage Bingo with Joining Hearts Atlanta!
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Rock Home Karaoke with your host Raqi and Atlanta Male lover Men’s Chorus
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The Eagle Cabaret presents HOUSE OF LOVE with Host Myah Ross Monroe
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Atlanta Eagle Cabaret – Saturday Bedtime Spectacular
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🐾 WOOF is back at Atlanta Eagle! 🐾
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🪢 GETTING KNOTTY – Modified Gem Harness Workshop 🪢
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Rob Reum’s Sunday Night Rewind
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🌞 Mother’s Sunday Funday presents: TEA-REX 🦖✨
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Georgia Regional Pageant
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Service Industry Night
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Two Step Tuesdays – Country Night
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Trivia Darkness with DJ DeWayne
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KDS Weekend 2025
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Eagle Communicate Lane
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HOTLANTA RUBBER!
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Sunday Stampede!
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Head Space Upstairs / Underwear Night Downstairs No Cover Down
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