New Year’s Eve in Atlanta has long been a playground for bold celebrations, chosen family, and nights that blur joyfully into morning—and this year is no exception. From leather-leaning late nights and high-energy dance floors to community-driven gatherings and creative showcases, the city’s LGBTQ+ scene is ringing in the New Year with style, substance, and plenty of sparkle. Whether you’re counting down at a legendary bar like the Atlanta Eagle, vibing with the Impulse Group’s ONE MIC celebration, or dancing your way into midnight at one of Atlanta’s many queer-friendly parties, there’s no shortage of ways to welcome a fresh start surrounded by your people. Here are some of the biggest LGBTQ-focused and inclusive New Year’s Eve events lighting up Atlanta as the clock strikes twelve.
ONE MIC ATL — Impulse Group New Year’s Celebration
A community-focused NYE event blending music, live talent, raffles, and a midnight countdown — a creative and energetic way to ring in 2026 with Atlanta’s queer community. Get your tickets starting at just $10 at Eventbrite.
Date & Time: December 31 | Doors at 8 PM
Space: Apache XLR
Georgia Aquarium NYE Bash
Enjoy a very special NYE celebration with access to aquarium galleries, live DJs, gourmet food, and open bar. Midnight countdowns in the atrium and ballroom.
Tickets at $199 available at www.georgiaaquarium.org
Date & Time: December 31 | Doors at 9 PM
Space: Georgia Aquarium
Fire and Ice NYE Party at Atlata Eagle
Get ready for an unforgettable night with Neon the GlowGoBear and an opening set by DJ Cerulean at 8pm. General and VIP ticket options all with a complimentary champagne toast at midnight available at atlantaeagle.com.
Date & Time: December 31, opening set at 8 PM
Space: Atlanta Eagle
New Year’s Eve party at the Heretic
Another ATL institution opens its doors for an epis NYE celebration. DJ Sam Gee on the decks with an opening set by Stan Jackson, and a countdown hosted by Angelice D’Paige. Tickets at hereticatlanta.com.
Date & Time: December 31 | Doors at 8 PM
Space: Heretic
NYE Masquerade Ball at My Sister’s Room
Big LGBTQ+ NYE bash with drag, burlesque, DJs, gogo dancers, and performers. Tickets at mysistersroom.com.
Date & Time: December 31, 7 pm – 3 am
Space: MSR My Sister’s Room
Lips Atlanta New Year’s Eve in the Emerals City
Follow the glitter road to 2026 with a special NYE show hosted by Taejah Thomas. The evening includes a special menu and a champagne toast plus party favors to ring in the new year. Reservations for two available seatings at 404-315-7711.
Date & Time: December 31, 7 + 9 pm
Space: Lips Atlanta