Atlanta Pride Announces 2026 Grand Marshals
Atlanta Pride is proud to announce the 2026 Grand Marshals, a remarkable group of advocates, leaders, artists, and organizations whose work embodies this year’s theme, Louder & Prouder. Learn more about the individuals and organizations being honored for their lasting impact on LGBTQ+ communities across Atlanta and beyond.
2026 Theme Announced: Louder & Prouder
Atlanta Pride is proud to announce Louder & Prouder as the official theme for the 2026 Atlanta Pride Festival. Celebrating visibility, authenticity, and community, this year’s theme is a call to embrace who we are, stand together, and raise our voices in support of one another. Join us October 10–11, 2026, as we come together for a Pride season filled with joy, advocacy, and celebration.
2026 Volunteer Applications Are Open!
Ready to be part of the team that helps make Pride happen? Join hundreds of volunteers who support the Atlanta Pride Festival through community engagement, parade operations, festival services, accessibility, and more. Whether you’re returning or volunteering for the first time, we’d love to have you with us.
Apply today and help make the 2026 Atlanta Pride Festival an unforgettable celebration of community, visibility, and joy.
2026 Atlanta Pride Kickoff Party
Drift into a night of pride, connection, and euphoric energy at one of Atlanta’s most iconic and multi-award winning LGBTQ+ celebrations. The Georgia Aquarium transforms into a luminous underwater dreamscape, where shimmering lights, ethereal décor, and pulsing music flow together around you—surrounded by thousands of mesmerizing aquatic creatures.
Kick off your Atlanta Pride weekend at the city’s most iconic attraction!
2026 Premium Passes On Sale!
Get your 2026 Atlanta Pride Premium Pass while they are on sale! Prices continue to go up until the festival, so get them at their cheapest now!
Welcoming Our 2026 Summer Intern!
Atlanta Pride is Proud to welcome Phoenix as our first ever History and Legacy Intern!
2026 Pride Across the Peach State Grantees
Atlanta Pride is proud to announce this years grant recipients for our Pride Across the Peach State initiative.
Artist Market Applications Open
Calling all creators! Applications for the 2026 Atlanta Pride Artist Market are officially open
Applications are now OPEN for the Atlanta Pride Parade and Marketplace 🎉
Be part of one of the largest Pride celebrations in the Southeast. Whether you’re marching in the Parade or showcasing your organization, business, or art in the Marketplace, this is your chance to show up, show out, and celebrate our vibrant LGBTQ+ community.
HALFWAY to Pride!
Join us at Red’s Beer Garden on April 12 for Halfway to Pride, a casual meet-and-greet with the Atlanta Pride team where you can learn about volunteering for this year’s Festival and Parade. Whether you’re a longtime volunteer or brand new, come connect with community and celebrate the road to Pride with us. 🌈
