Entertainment & Events in Atlanta, Georgia

Special Events

Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center 404-523-6275
395 Piedmont Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30308
Some of the world's most highly anticipated productions have been featured at this civic center that is the Southeast largest theater, featuring the largest performance stage in the region. Events such as theatrical performances, Broadway productions, live nationally broadcasted media events, concerts by well known musical performers, and comedy performances are held here. more
Georgia Bridal Show, The 770-736-1979
Two Galleria Parkway
Atlanta, GA 30339
Cobb Galleria Centre
Top bridal merchants will be on hand during this spectacular bridal fashion show that also features live entertainment and bridal gift giveaways. The show will be held January 16, 2005, March 6, 2005, and August 28, 2005 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. more
Rialto Center for the Performing Arts 404-413-9849
80 Forsyth Street Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30303
Located in the Historic Fairlie-Poplar District
Part of Georgia State University's mission "to inspire, educate, and entertain diverse audiences by presenting innovative and exceptional arts programming and cultivating community partnerships," The Rialto Center, a 833-seat performing-arts venue, is home to the Rialto Series, the School of Music, and the Atlanta Film Festival. more
Fernbank's Martinis & IMAX 404-929-6400
767 Clifton Road Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30307
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Every Friday from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., excluding holiday weekends, "guests enjoy special cocktail menus, small plates, live entertainment, dancing, and a chance to see a film on the biggest screen in town." Live entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. more
Dragoncon 404-669-0773
265 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA 30321-0459
Hyatt Regency
DragonCon is the largest SciFi Con and features, horror, scifi, costumes, vendors, panels, food art, comics and more. Guests include Amy Acker, Paul Amos, Kevin J. Anderson, Richard Dean Anderson and more. Held Labor Day Weekend. more
Ferst Center for the Arts 404-894-2787
349 Ferst Drive Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30332-0468
Located at Georgia Tech
This 1,155 seat state-of-the-art facility presents several concerts, recitals, lectures, dance, film, and theater productions each year from September to May. It is home to the Atlanta Lyric Theatre, the Ballethnic Dance Company, the Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus, and the Georgia Tech Music Department. The Richards and Westbrook Galleries feature local artist exhibits which combine fine art and technology. more
Decorators' Show House & Gardens 404-733-4935
88 West Paces Ferry Road
Atlanta, GA 30305
The largest event of its kind in the Southeast and the second oldest in the nation, the Atlanta Symphony Associates’ Decorators' Show House & Gardens presents "Holland Park,” an English Regency style estate at 4270 Harris Trail in Buckhead. Designed by architect Frank McCall, this estate features 10 acres of extensive garden areas, a pool, pool house, tennis courts, a grand stairway, six bedrooms, six-and-a-half baths, master and guest suites, and elegant living spaces. Held towards the end of April through the middle of May. more
Scarecrows in the Garden 404-876-5859
1345 Piedmont Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30309
Atlanta Botanical Garden
More than 100 scarecrows handcrafted by businesses, individuals, schools and organizations can be seen every October at Atlanta Botanical Garden. more

Cinema

UA Perimeter Pointe 770-481-0194
1155 Mount Vernon Highway
Atlanta, GA 30338
First-run Hollywood movies and critically acclaimed films are shown at this cinema that also features comfortable seating and a large concession stand. more
UA Tara Cinemas 404-634-5661
2345 Cheshire Bridge Road Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30324
This cinema offers first-run Hollywood movies, critically acclaimed films, and restored classics, as well as a concession stand and comfortable seats. more
Regal 22 at Austell 770-439-9336
2480 East-West Connector Road
Atlanta, GA 30106
Located in Austell
Enjoy comfortable seating and a concession stand while watching first-run Hollywood movies and critically acclaimed films at this cinema. more
Regal Hollywood 24 770-936-8235
3265 Northeast Expressway Access
Atlanta, GA 30341
Located in Chamblee
First-run Hollywood movies and critically acclaimed films are shown at this cinema that features comfortable seating and a large concession stand. more

Night Life

Masquerade, The 404-577-8178
695 North Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30308
Housed in a turn-of-the-century mill building, the Masquerade is "one of the country's most unique nightclub facilities." The Masquerade is available for private rentals and corporate events. more
Blind Willie's 404-873-2583
828 North Highland Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30306
Named after legendary Georgia bluesman Blind Willie McTell, this popular storefront club showcases New Orleans and Chicago style blues by revered local and regional acts seven nights a week. Cajun and zydeco are also on the agenda from time to time. more
Eddie's Attic 404-377-4976
515 North McDonough Street
Atlanta, GA 30030
Located in Decatur
"The premier acoustic music listening room in the South," this exciting nightlife spot offers an eclectic mix of live, original music six nights a week ranging from acoustic folk and bluegrass to country, rock, and hip-hop. more
Laughing Matters 404-225-5000
173 Cleveland Street Southeast
Atlanta, GA 30316
Performs at Manuel's Tavern
Atlanta's longest running improv comedy troupe, this improv company presents live improvisational comedy with monthly shows plus offers booking for private murder mystery shows. more
Havana Club, The 404-941-4847
3112 Piedmont Road
Atlanta, GA 30305-2253
With DJ's during the week and Latin bands during the weekends, there is always something to keep you entertained at this trendy venue. Cigars are available, as well as a variety ot tasty cocktails, and Latin dancing lessons are offered to help start the night off right. more
Opera Nightclub 404-874-3006
1150 Crescent Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30309
Atlanta's hottest nightclub is normally open Thursday through Saturday 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. more
Earl, The 404-522-3950
488 Flat Shoals Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30316
Located in East Atlanta
This live music lounge and restaurant is open Monday through Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 a.m. and on Sundays until 12:00 a.m. more
Smith's Olde Bar 404-875-1522
1578 Piedmont Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30307
Smith’s Olde Bar is an Atlanta institution that offers some of the best music to be found anywhere in the city. Pool tables, darts, foosball and various video games can be found in the game room. Available menu selections include wings, mozzarella sticks, nachos, fried dill pickle chips, salads, burgers, wraps and sandwiches. more
HALO Lounge 404-962-7333
817 West Peachtree Street, Suite E-100
Atlanta, GA 30308
Located on 6th street, beneath the historic Biltmore Hotel, in midtown Atlanta, HALO Lounge is one of the premier nightlife destinations in Atlanta. Open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., HALO is "known for its awarding-winning service, signature drinks and music-driven atmosphere." more
Punchline Comedy Club, The 404-252-LAFF (5233)
280 Hilderbrand Drive
Atlanta, GA 30328
Located in the Balconies Shopping Center
The "longest running and continuously operated comedy club in Atlanta," the Punchline Comedy Club offers access to the best comedians working clubs today. Reservations are required. more
Gold Room 404-693-9693
2416 Piedmont Road Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30324
Located in Buckhead
"Housed in the former Gold Club building, the Gold Room nightclub and ultra lounge features sleek, modern design complimented by stylish ambience, an impressive DJ lineup, a one-of-a-kind champagne bar and an expansive signature cocktail menu." more
Ten Pin Alley 404-872-3364
261 19th Street Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30363
Ten Pin Alley is a high-end bowling alley, ultra executive lounge and American-themed eatery with a vintage feel. Ten Pin Alley has three private bowling lanes in addition to nine lanes in the main area of the space. more

Concerts & Performances

Capitol City Opera Company 678-301-8013
1266 West Paces Ferry Road #451
Atlanta, GA 30327
Capitol City Opera Company, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, has created many recurring programs that benefit all ages and demographics of the general public and has toured throughout the Southeast and also Italy. Currently, the company performs two opera theatre shows per year, a quarterly recital series (Sunday of Songs), a monthly restaurant series (Dinner and a Diva), a vocal competition, a summer workshop, touring Madrigals, touring gala singers, Cosìfan tutte on tour, a summer pops concert, and an astonishing 150-200 performances solely for children every year. more
Starlight Six Drive-In 404-627-5786
2000 Moreland Avenue Southeast
Atlanta, GA 30316-3250
This six-screen theatre is the largest of Georgia's remaining drive-ins. Current releases as well as special theme nights with retro films are featured. Get there early on Friday and Saturday. Open seven nights a week, gates open at 6:30 p.m. and movies start at 7:30 p.m. Children under ten years of age view for free. Cash only is accepted and a working car radio is required to hear the movie. more
Atlanta Chamber Players
P.O. Box 5438
Atlanta, GA 31107
Affiliate Artists at Georgia State University’s School of Music, ACP performs traditional masterpieces as well as contemporary classics. Concerts, lectures, and master classes are held at various locations concerts. more
Atlanta Opera 404-881-8885
1575 Northside Drive Northwest Drive
Atlanta, GA 30308
The Atlanta Opera Center
The Atlanta Opera offers four main stage productions each season at the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center at 395 Piedmont Avenue. more
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra 404-733-4900
1280 Peachtree Street (Atlanta Symphony Hall)
Atlanta, GA 30309
Located in the Woodruff Arts Center
The ASO performs more than 200 concerts each year with its series including the pops series, family concerts, and a full summer schedule including classical, pops, and parks concerts. more
Chastain Park Amphitheater 404-733-4900
4469 Stella Drive
Atlanta, GA 30327
Intersection of Powers Ferry Road & Stella Drive
With more than 6,000 seats, the Chastain Park Amphitheater is home of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's Delta Classic Chastain series. more
Fresh Fest 404-249-6400
395 Piedmont Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30309
In the 1980’s there emerged the first major hip hop tour, dubbed the Fresh Fest, featuring now legendary rappers like Run DMC, The Sugar Hill Gang & Kurtis Blow. Today, the Fresh Fest returns with everyone’s favorite old school hip hoppers: Naughty by Nature, Big Daddy Kane, Doug E Fresh, Slick Rick, Whodini and Force MD’s.
William Baker Festival Singers of Atlanta 404-909-8357
458 Ponce De Leon Ave
Atlanta, GA 30308
Grace United Methodist Church
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Variety Playhouse 404-524-7354
1099 Euclid Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30307
Located in Little Five Points
The Variety Playhouse is a combination theater and nightclub. The Variety Playhouse can be rented for shows, private events, parties and corporate events. more
Tabernacle, The 404-659-9022
152 Luckie Street
Atlanta, GA 30303
Located in Downtown Atlanta
Located one block from Centennial Olympic Park, Philips Arena, the Georgia World Congress Center and the Georgia Dome, the Tabernacle is a four-story, circa 1910 converted church that is currently operated by Live Nation, the world's largest live music company, largest promoter of live concerts in the world and the second-largest entertainment venue management company. more
Center Stage Theater 404-885-1365
1374 West Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA 30309
Located in Midtown Atlanta
"An icon in the Atlanta music and performing arts community," the intimate Center Stage Theater features premier sound and lighting systems and a cozy lounge area. more

Plays & Productions

Actor's Express 404-875-1606
887 West Marietta Street, Suite J-107
Atlanta, GA 30318
A wildly eclectic mix of classic, cutting edge, and original plays is performed by this award-winning theatre company that is boasted as being "the most adventurous producing theatre in Atlanta." more
Alliance Theatre 404-733-4650
1280 Peachtree Street Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30309
Atlanta’s nationally acclaimed Alliance Theatre presents exciting, award-winning, and diverse works throughout the year on its two stages. The Alliance Theatre is a division of the Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta, Georgia, which also includes the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, High Museum of Art, Young Audiences and the 14th Street Playhouse. more
Fox Theatre, The 404-881-2100
660 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA 30308
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this circa 1929 theatre has Moorish, Egyptian, and Art Deco architectural styles and the theatre hosts a wide range of live theatrical and concert performances during the year, as well as a summer movie series and touring acts. more
Horizon Theatre Company 404-523-1477
1083 Ausitn Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30307
Atlanta's contemporary theatre, this professional theatre company brings exciting area and world premieres of outstanding contemporary plays by today's playwrights during their five play mainstage season. The theatre also offers workshops and readings plus hosts the annual New South Play Festival. more
Seven Stages 404-522-0911
1105 Euclid Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30307
Atlanta's most diverse and adventuresome theater, this theatre presents new plays throughout the year and brings international artists to the city. more
Atlanta Ballet 404-873-5811
1695 Marietta Boulevard Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30308
The longest, continuously operating ballet company in the United States, the Atlanta Ballet performs at the Fox Theatre with normally five productions per year. more
Dad's Garage Theatre 404-523-3141
280 Elizabeth Street, Suite C-101
Atlanta, GA 30307
A mid-size theatre, Dad's Garage features an outstanding artistic and administrative staff performing original productions as well as 52 weeks a year of Improv shows. more
Jewish Theatre of the South 678-812-4000
5342 Tilly Mill Road
Atlanta, GA 30338
Located in Dunwoody
Established to produce quality professional Jewish theater, JTS produces regional premieres and seldom-produced plays that originate from a Jewish perspective but will appeal to everyone. Productions take place at the 250 seat theatre at the Zaban Park facility of the Marcus Jewish Community Center. more
Atlanta Lyric Theatre 404-377-9948
2221 Peachtree Road, Northeast, Suite D-655
Atlanta, GA 30309
A professional company performing light operas and musical theatre at The Ferst Center for the Arts and The Byers Studio Theatre at The Lyric. more
Schwartz Center for Performing Arts 404-727-5050
1700 North Decatur Road
Atlanta, GA 30322
Through the generosity of Donna and Marvin Schwartz, Emory University's 90,000 square-foot facility, with a concert hall, a dance studio, and a theater lab, will entice and encourage students to development and perform the craft of acting and for visitors to enjoy the art of performance. more
Synchronicity 404-484-8636 or 404-974-3291
PO Box 6012
Atlanta, GA 31107
Not your typical theatre company, Synchronicity's cast and crew come together to performance gutsy and professional work on their own terms. A majority of their performances take place at 7 Stages. more
New American Shakespeare Tavern, The 404-874-5299
499 Peachtree Street Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30308
"A place to eat, drink and nourish the soul," the New American Shakespeare Tavern features live music, hand-crafted period costumes, sword fights, an authentic British pub menu, and a nice selection of Irish ales and premium brews. more
Georgia Shakespeare at Oglethorpe University 404-504-1473 (Box Office)
4484 Peachtree Road Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30319
Georgia Shakespeare is a member of the League of Resident Theaters (LORT), Theatre Communications Group, Shakespeare Theatre Association of America, Southeastern Theatre Conference, and Atlanta Coalition of Performing Arts. more
Santaland Diaries, The 404-584-7450
1083 Austin Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30312
Revisited by the Horizon Theatre “The Santaland Diaries” is fun for the whole family. Held December.
Agatha's - A Taste of Mystery 404-584-2255 or 404-584-2211
161 Peachtree Center Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30303
Agatha's is a comedy murder mystery dinner theater. All shows are original comedy murder mystery plays that take place in the dining room between the courses of the meal. more
14th Street Playhouse, The 404-733-5000
173 14th Street
Atlanta, GA 30309
Located in Midtown Atlanta
Woodruff Center's 14th Street Playhouse is a three-theatre complex at the corner of Juniper and 14th Streets. Woodruff Center's 14th Street Playhouse hosts some of the region's most respected small theatre companies: Art Within and Theatre Gael. more

Art Exhibits

Atlanta Contemporary Art Center 404-688-1970
535 Means Street Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30318
The Contemporary is "a multidisciplinary arts center that contributes to Atlanta’s arts scene by exposing the work of local, regional, national, and international artists to the Greater Atlanta community." more

Arts & Crafts Shows

Yellow Daisy Festival 770-498-5690
1000 Robert E. Lee Drive
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Stone Mountain Park's Special Events Meadow
"Voted the Nation's #1 Arts & Crafts Show" for several years by Sunshine Artist Magazine, the annual Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park includes more than 500 artists and crafters, daily live entertainment, children's activities, clogging and craft demonstrations and festival food. The Yellow Daisy Festival is held every September. more

Festivals & Fairs

Atlanta Jazz Festival 404-546-6820
Piedmont Park
The annual Atlanta Jazz Festival features live jazz music, workshops, a youth competition and more. more

Marathons & 10K Runs

AJC Peachtree Road Race 404-231-9064
Organized by the Atlanta Track Club, this 4th of July tradition is the largest 10K in the world. The 6.2-mile AJC Peachtree Road Race takes participants from the streets of Buckhead to the corners of Midtown, finishing in Atlanta's Piedmont Park. more

Sporting Events

Atlanta Braves Baseball 404-522-7630
775 Hank Aaron Drive
Atlanta, GA 30303
Visit the home of this Major League baseball team and enjoy family style games from April to October. Be sure to check out Scout's Alley which features games, food, and music while at this stadium. more
Georgia Dome 404-223-INFO
One Georgia Dome Drive
Atlanta, GA 30313
The largest, cable supported dome stadium in the world, this stadium is home of the Atlanta Falcons and a wide variety of premier sporting events including the Peach Bowl and SEC football is hosted here throughout the year. more
Atlanta Hawks 404-878-3000
101 Marietta Street Northwest, Suite 1900
Atlanta, GA 30303
Enjoy exciting, professional NBA basketball games by this team that hosts a wide number of home games from October to April. more
Atlanta Thrashers 404-878-3000
1 phillips Drive
Atlanta, GA 30303
This professional NHL hockey team provides fast paced and hard hitting hockey games from September to April. more
Georgia Games Championships 770-528-3580
Various Locations throughout the Metro Area
The state's largest multi-sport festival, this ten day sporting event features 55 sports ranging from archery to weightlifting with gold, silver, and bronze medals awarded to the first three places in specified categories and divisions within each sport. more
Summit Racing NHRA Southern Nationals 404-249-6400
500 East Ridgeway Road
Atlanta, GA 30529
Atlanta Dragway
During this four day racing event, celebrating its 25th consecutive year at Atlanta Dragway, enjoy exciting drag racing, pro stock motorcycle racing, super stock racing, and much more. more
Atlanta Falcons 770-965-3115
4400 Falcon Parkway
Flowery Branch, GA 30542
This NFL team is part of the National Football Conference South division. more

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