Summer Live Music in Athens

Summer strummin Summer is the best time of the year to sample Athens’ live music scene.

AthFest, June 23-25, features over 100 bands performing on outdoor and indoor stages. Outdoor headliner stages are free. Club crawl wristbands are just $20-$25 and can be purchased here.
Bring the whole family; KidsFest and an Artist Market round out the AthFest offerings.

The music doesn’t stop there—Athens will be jammin’ all summer long, with the

Sunflower Music Series,
Classic City American Music Festival
PopFest, and
Wildwood Revival,

plus performances almost every night of the week at renowned spots like the

While you’re in Athens check out the Athens Music History Walking Tour to get yourself started on a musical journey through time.

Or, plan to follow our Bands and Brews itinerary for the best music and craft beer sites and sounds in Athens!

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9/22

Drivin' N' Cryin' with special guests… Drivin' N' Cryin' with special guests… Drivin' N' Cryin' with special guests…

UGA vs Mississippi State home-game weekend! Michelle Malone and Drag The River @ 8:00 PM; Drivn' N' Cryin' @ 9:30 PM - 18+ Show - Celebrating their 32nd…

UGA vs Mississippi State home-game weekend! Michelle Malone and Drag The River @ 8:00 PM; Drivn' N' Cryin' @ 9:30 PM -…

UGA vs Mississippi State home-game weekend! Michelle Malone and Drag The River @ 8:00 PM; Drivn' N' Cryin' @ 9:30 PM - 18+ Show - Celebrating their 32nd…

10/6

ExploreGeorgia.org Songwriter Series -… ExploreGeorgia.org Songwriter Series -… ExploreGeorgia.org Songwriter Series -…

On Oct. 6, the third concert in the 2017 ExploreGeorgia.org Songwriter Series will be at The Foundry in Athens, featuring an intimate performance by Mike Dekle,…

On Oct. 6, the third concert in the 2017 ExploreGeorgia.org Songwriter Series will be at The Foundry in Athens,…

On Oct. 6, the third concert in the 2017 ExploreGeorgia.org Songwriter Series will be at The Foundry in Athens, featuring an intimate performance by Mike Dekle,…

10/7

North Georgia Folk Festival, 33rd Annual North Georgia Folk Festival, 33rd Annual North Georgia Folk Festival, 33rd Annual

The 33rd annual North Georgia Folk Festival will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2017, at Sandy Creek Park in Athens, Georgia. This fun-filled, family-friendly…

The 33rd annual North Georgia Folk Festival will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2017, at Sandy Creek Park in Athens,…

The 33rd annual North Georgia Folk Festival will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2017, at Sandy Creek Park in Athens, Georgia. This fun-filled, family-friendly…

10/7

The Steeldrivers at the 440 Foundry… The Steeldrivers at the 440 Foundry… The Steeldrivers at the 440 Foundry…

Classic Entertainment presents Grammy Award®-winning artists The SteelDrivers at the 440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic Center on Saturday, October 7. Tickets…

Classic Entertainment presents Grammy Award®-winning artists The SteelDrivers at the 440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic…

Classic Entertainment presents Grammy Award®-winning artists The SteelDrivers at the 440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic Center on Saturday, October 7. Tickets…

11/11

Ray LaMontagne: Just Passing Through Ray LaMontagne: Just Passing Through Ray LaMontagne: Just Passing Through

Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter Ray LaMontagne returns to the stage on his Just Passing Through acoustic tour this fall and will perform live at The…

Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter Ray LaMontagne returns to the stage on his Just Passing Through acoustic tour…

Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter Ray LaMontagne returns to the stage on his Just Passing Through acoustic tour this fall and will perform live at The…

11/19

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis has been America's favorite holiday tradition for over 30 years! Experience the magic as the spirit of the season…

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis has been America's favorite holiday tradition for over 30 years! Experience…

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis has been America's favorite holiday tradition for over 30 years! Experience the magic as the spirit of the season…

4/7

UGA International Street Festival UGA International Street Festival UGA International Street Festival

The 2018 UGA International Street Festival celebrates its 20th year providing cultural displays, traditional costumes, dances, and international bands. Dozens…

The 2018 UGA International Street Festival celebrates its 20th year providing cultural displays, traditional costumes,…

The 2018 UGA International Street Festival celebrates its 20th year providing cultural displays, traditional costumes, dances, and international bands. Dozens…

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