Where to Hear Live Music

Internationally-renowned nightspot with live music almost every night of the week. The Fabulous 40 Watt is a must-see for any visitors interested in the growth of the Athens alt-rock scene. Named one more >>

The AthFest Music, Arts & Kids Festival each June (typically the weekend after Fathers Day) is a showcase of the best in Athens and regional music, with over 150 bands performing on three free outdoor more >>

Indie-rock club featuring up-and-coming local and national alternative acts. Old-school alert: this space is one of the spots formerly occupied by the Fabulous 40 Watt Club. New development: Caledonia more >>

Farm255 is a downtown Athens restaurant that serves local, seasonal & sustainable food. The menu is a mix of Mediterranean & Southern influences and changes daily. And, the music is as homegrown as more >>

After a devastating fire in 2009, The Georgia Theatre was rebuilt and reopened in August 2011, reclaiming its place as a keystone of the Athens music scene. HISTORY:The Georgia Theater is part of the more >>

Hip spot for late-night dance parties. No elevated stage, so live local band performances are only now-and-then. If there IS live music scheduled on the patio, Go, Go, Go!

Hendershot's offers coffee, wine, beer, and pastries. They will also have live music Thursday through Saturday evenings. HOURS: Open from 6:30 a.m. to 11p.m., Monday-Friday; 7:30 a.m. to midnight on more >>

On weekends, the student laptops are put away and the singer-songwriters come to play. Great laid-back venue with plenty of opportunity to strike up a conversation. Acoustic and spoken-word artists, more >>

Popular among the University crowd for acoustic guitar soloists and classic Southern rock. You're likely to hear classic rock covers, jammy Southern rock, or soulful acoustic guitar.

Frequent special events and CD release parties, plus regular weekend hours.

True step-above bar fare, including exotic cheeses and mojitos, plus several shows a week from light jazz and acoustic folk bands.

On the site where Detour, and then Blur, operated, New Earth Music Hall opened in August 2009 and caters to the counter-culture crowd. There is a new emphasis on international DJs, world music and more >>

This one-of-a-kind center is a nurturing environment where musicians can receive medical services, counseling and support groups, as well as low-cost practice space. A true testament to the community more >>

Repent Bar features a wide selection of beer, wine, champagne plus loud bands, darts, billiards, and patio.

Located inside the new Hotel Indigo, the Rialto Room is the south's connoisseur venue for intimate musical performances. The Rialto Room isn't a converted storefront or renovated garage. It is an more >>

Young bands and singer/songwriters just starting out have found a welcoming stage and audience at Rye Bar. Open-mic night on Mondays is the longest-running of its kind in town. One of Athens' smaller more >>

Restaurant, bar and live music venue specializing in regional country rock, plus offering poker nights, karaoke, comedy, darts and billiards. Located on Atlanta Hwy. near Georgia Square Mall.

Large space with state-of-the-art sound and lighting for local, regional, and national acts. ABOUT THE VENUE: The venue is a building of cultural and historical significance. The building has seen more >>

The Green Room, opened in summer 2009, is Athens' latest intimate live performance space.

Eat. Drink. Listen Closely.  The Melting Point live music venue is a blend of old and new: vintage modern decor in the oldest building on the  Foundry Park Inn & Spa property.  A 30 foot smoke stack more >>

A new, larger stage and sound system plus delicious chicken wings make this a popular place to hear live music, which generally starts after 10 p.m. several nights of the week.