Spend 24 hours supporting Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ owned businesses

SPEND 24 HOURS SUPPORTING LGBTQ+ OWNED ATLANTA BUSINESSES

Atlanta takes great pride in being the LGBTQ+ capital of the South and a destination that welcomes all visitors. Atlanta Pride is a week-long celebration in October and is the largest of its kind in the Southeast. The event features a three-day festival (Oct. 7-9) with music, art and food along with a parade and both educational and social events. Whether you are coming into town for the celebration or you live locally, here is a 24-hour itinerary highlighting some of the top Atlanta LGBTQ+ owned businesses, restaurants and merchants.

BY SARAH JOHNSON

Finca To Filter

MORNING

Start your day with fresh black coffee or a chai latte from Finca To Filter located inside Wild Heaven brewery in Atlanta’s West End. This queer- and female-owned business celebrates being “queer and caffeinated” every day and also hosts regular events like Drag Queen Bingo. The business also offers light breakfast items so order ahead for pick up and then get in your steps on the three-mile Westside Trail of Atlanta BeltLine. The trail stitches together some of Atlanta’s oldest and most historic neighborhoods and is a great way to spend the morning. fincatofilter.coffee

LUNCH

Now that you’ve worked up an appetite, fill up on quiche, a Yogi yogurt bowl or the Hungry Dude Plate at Baker Dude Bakery Café in Grant Park at The Beacon Atlanta. This Black-owned business also boasts fresh French and Italian desserts, crafty cakes and a healthy lunch menu. Before you leave, order a signature treat for later – maybe the rainbow cupcake or Funfetti Rainbow cake with six colorful layers of deliciousness. Another location is at Chattahoochee Food Works. www.bakerdude.com

Antiques and Beyond on Cheshire Bridge Road is possibly the largest antique store in the city with more than 25,000 square feet filled to the brim with authentic and eclectic items waiting to be explored. Browse more than 70 merchants offering an interesting mix of antique, vintage and gently used decorator items for the home and garden. www.antiquesandbeyond.com

Grab a graphic tee, sporty tank or cool headgear and accessories from YEAHBUZZY (YBZY). Not only does the shop take pride in producing top-quality merchandise for Atlanta’s queer locals and visitors, but YBZY collaborates with local artists and brands to further spread awareness of the LGBTQ+ community. Find them at The Beehive in the Edgewood District, Home Grown and Brushstrokes in Ansley Mall. www.abetterbuzzbrandgoods.com

Another spot to check out is in Ponce City Market. Souk Bō’hēmian is a Blackowned, woman-owned, queer-owned shop that partners with local and global artisans and features minimal palettes and global aesthetics. You will feel like you’ve entered a bazaar in North Africa as you browse the ready-to-wear pieces, home goods, small-batch jewelry and handmade accessories. www.soukbohemian.com

After you’ve had your dose of shopping, browse local contemporary art and catch the latest exhibitions at KAI LIN ART in the Westside neighborhood. This gallery has been recognized by regional, national and international publications for being on the cutting edge of art in America. www.kailinart.com

Souk Bō’hēmian at Ponce City Market

EVENING

Take a late afternoon stroll on Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail, and, after enjoying the cityscapes and public art, stop at the GYM, otherwise known as Guac y Margys. All margaritas are made with in-house syrups and fresh-squeezed juices, which is why the eatery has been dubbed “Atlanta’s Margarita Bar.” www.guacymargys.com

Another Mexican cuisine favorite is No Mas! Cantina, located in Castleberry Hill. Part café and part artisan market, there’s plenty of food and shopping to take in before and after your dining experience. www.nomascantina.com

After filling up on tacos, head to Sweet Auburn District’s Georgia Beer Garden, open until 2:30 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. This is where you will experience Downtown’s largest backyard patio with feel-good music and 20 taps of locally brewed beer. www.gabeergarden.com

Off Edgewood Avenue just a few minutes away from Downtown, hang out at Joystick Gamebar featuring retro video, classic arcade and tabletop games. Nearby in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood is another queer-owned business – Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room & Ping-Pong Emporium. Sip the signature drink, Spiritual Sangria, sing favorite songs accompanied by a gorgeous organ and take part in the weekly Ping-Pong tournaments. www.sisterlouisaschurch.com

No Mas! Cantina in Castleberry Hill

Atlanta’s gay dive bar, Mary’s was named by Logo Channel and Out Magazine as one of the best gay bars in the world. Mary’s is the place to see weekly drag shows and live performances from Atlanta’s top queer talent. Locals and visitors come here to sing their heart out to one of 15,000 songs. www.marysatlanta.com

SECTION ACTIVIDADES GRATIS PARA HACER EN EL OTOÑO EN ATLANTA

Atlanta BeltLine

Atlanta es una ciudad que tiene mucho para disfrutar sin tener que pagar costo de entrada. Aquí te ofrecemos una lista de opciones para pasar un rato agradable sin tener que romper la alcancía.

DANIELA CINTRON

Piedmont Park

No hay nada más bello en el otoño que ver el color de las hojas de los árboles cambiar. Visita Piedmont Park y sumérgete en la vegetación. Puedes usar el Street Workout Park ejercitándote en un gimnasio al aire libre, o puedes relajarte haciendo un dia de campo en cualquiera de sus áreas verdes.

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Atlanta forma parte importante del movimiento por los derechos civiles. Visita el vecindario de Sweet Auburn en el centro de la ciudad y explora el nombrado parque histórico nacional conmemorando al legendario Martin Luther King Jr. Ahi podras tomar un tour de la casa en la que nació y visitar otros centros importantes como Ebenezer Baptist Church donde fue bautizado e impartió su primer sermón como pastor de la iglesia, y visitar el International World Peace Rose Garden, un jardín dedicado a la paz mundial.

Centennial Olympic Park

A unos pasos de las atracciones más visitadas en la ciudad, encontrarás el bello parque Centennial Olympic Park que le hace honor a las Olimpiadas que se llevaron a cabo en Atlanta en 1996. Tómate una foto con los anillos olímpicos, refrescate en la enorme fuente, y disfruta del día en medio de la ciudad.

Ponce City Market

Visita el histórico Ponce City Market donde se puede comer, beber, comprar y hasta vivir. El edificio alguna vez fue una tienda Sears, hoy es uno de los lugares más populares en Atlanta reconocido por el National Trust for Historic Preservation como “La Historia en Ciernes”.(Del comienzo)

Atlanta BeltLine

El Atlanta BeltLine es un sendero de 22 millas que rodea la ciudad. Se puede disfrutar a pie, en bicicleta, en patines, o hasta con tu mascota. Recórrelo y disfruta de vistas de la ciudad, parques colindantes en la ruta, y un mundo de arte representado por artistas locales.

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Museos

Atlanta cuenta con un sin fin de museos increíbles y la mayoría ofrecen entrada gratuita al público por lo menos una vez al mes. Incluidos están el Children’s Museum of Atlanta el segundo martes de cada mes, el High Museum of Art el segundo domingo de cada mes, el Center for Puppetry Arts el primer sábado de cada mes, y el Georgia Aquarium es gratis en tu cumpleaños. Visita sus páginas de internet respectivamente para confirmar y asegurar tu entrada.