Atlanta, October 9, 2025
News Summary
Atlanta United is set to participate in the Atlanta Pride Festival this weekend at Piedmont Park. The event will feature a variety of activities, including a 24-foot float in the Pride Parade, a mini-pitch for football, and interactive booths. The festivities honor the LGBTQIA+ community and culminate with a Pride match against D.C. United. Atlanta Pride’s theme this year is ‘Rooted in Resistance,’ celebrating identity and inclusion through marches and performances.
Atlanta
Atlanta United will participate in the Atlanta Pride Festival this weekend, marking a celebratory occasion as one of the largest LGBTQIA+ events in the South. This year’s festival is celebrated in October and includes a variety of activities and activities for attendees.
The festivities will take place in Piedmont Park, Atlanta, featuring an interactive phone booth where festival-goers can leave messages for the club. Other highlights include a Family Fun Zone, a mini-pitch for playing football, and a festival preparation station offering faceprints, glitter, tattoos, and more.
Atlanta United has been a participant in the Atlanta Pride Parade since its inception. This year, the club will march along with its guests on a 24-foot float, complete with music, drinks, and promotional giveaways. The final match of the regular season for Atlanta United is scheduled to be a Pride match on October 18 against D.C. United.
Fans can also purchase items from the Pride Collection at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium Team Store. The club is offering a Pride Ticket Pack that includes a Pride pin set and donates $5 from each ticket to Pride organizations in Georgia. On October 18, the LGBTQIA+ supporter group, All Stripes, will host its largest tailgate of the season featuring drag performers and a supporters tifo, with rainbow flags displayed throughout the match.
The Atlanta Pride Festival will also see the Trans, Bi+Pan, and Dyke marches. The Trans March and Rally is slated for Saturday, October 11, honoring and uplifting Trans and nonbinary individuals. The Bi+ Pan March and Rally will also take place on the same day, celebrating Bisexual and Pansexual identities, while the Dyke March focuses on empowering women and femmes, fostering visibility and inclusion. The Atlanta Pride Parade will occur on Sunday, October 12, and the theme for this year’s celebration is “Rooted in Resistance.”
The Atlanta Pride Festival will host various performances, including cabaret shows, children’s activities, and wellness zones, all aimed at creating a safe and inclusive space for all participants. For additional details about the parade and festival, attendees can visit the official Atlanta Pride website.
Key Features of the Atlanta Pride Festival
| Event Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Location | Piedmont Park, Atlanta |
| Interactive Activities | Phone booth for messages, Family Fun Zone, mini-pitch for football |
| Atlanta United Pride Participation | March on a 24-foot float, final regular-season match on October 18 |
| Pride Collection | Available at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium Team Store |
| Pride Ticket Pack | $5 donated to Pride organizations in Georgia |
| Marches | Trans, Bi+Pan, and Dyke marches honoring identity and empowerment |
| Atlanta Pride Parade Theme | “Rooted in Resistance” |
FAQ
What activities will Atlanta United have at the Atlanta Pride Festival?
Atlanta United will have an interactive phone booth for festival attendees to leave messages to the club, a Family Fun Zone, a mini-pitch for attendees to play football, and a festival preparation station with faceprints, glitter, tattoos, and more.
When is the final match of the regular season for Atlanta United?
The final match of the regular season for Atlanta United will be a Pride match on October 18 against D.C. United.
What theme is the Atlanta Pride Parade following this year?
The theme for this year’s Atlanta Pride is “Rooted in Resistance.”
How can I participate in the Atlanta Pride Festival?
Attendees can participate in various activities and performances throughout the festival, including cabaret shows, children’s activities, and wellness zones. More details are available on the official Atlanta Pride website.
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- Rough Draft Atlanta: Atlanta Pride Festival 2025
- AJC: Atlanta Pride Pageantry, Celebration, and Protest
- Atlanta Magazine: Atlanta Pride Faces Fresh Challenges
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