This weekend, Atlanta has some hot live music acts happening. Here’s a summary of major live music events in the Atlanta area for the weekend of July 24-27, 2026.
Check Out These Live Music Acts in Atlanta This Weekend
This weekend leans heavily into holiday vibes with orchestral and themed shows, alongside strong hip-hop and rock options.
Live Music Acts in Atlanta: Friday, July 24
- Daniel Caesar (Son of Spergy Tour) with special guest Faye Webster — State Farm Arena, ~7:30 PM. statefarmarena.com
- Tomahawk with Melvins — Buckhead Theatre, ~7:30 PM. seatgeek.com
- Belmont with Major League, Spite House, all in ur head — The Masquerade (Hell), ~6:00 PM. ticketmaster.com
- Born Without Bones with Dogwood — The Masquerade (Altar), ~7:00 PM. ticketmaster.com
- Sy Ari Da Kid + Derez De’Shon — Vinyl (at Center Stage), ~8:30 PM. ticketmaster.com
- Other options include shows at Eddie’s Attic (e.g., Joe Gransden / Champagne Lane), The Masquerade (Nu Metal Party), Smith’s Olde Bar, Believe Music Hall, and smaller blues/jazz spots. songkick.com
Live Music Acts in Atlanta: Saturday, July 25
- Buju Banton & Stephen Marley (Roots and Rhymes Tour) — Lakewood Amphitheatre (Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood), ~7:00 PM.
- Eric Roberson — Buckhead Theatre, ~8:00 PM.
- WILLIS with Pretty Jane (and The Flooks) — Terminal West, ~8:00 PM.
- Stabbing Westward with Acumen Nation / PRIEST — The Loft, ~7:30 PM.
- Day26 (and friends/Avery Wilson) — Center Stage Theater, ~8:00 PM.
- Atlanta Symphony Orchestra – Music for the Very Young: The Lion and the Mouse (family/classical, interactive) — Atlanta Symphony Hall / Woodruff Arts Center, afternoon performances (e.g., 1:30 PM and 3:00 PM range).
- Additional club/electronic and local shows (e.g., Beats on the Block area events, Masquerade parties, Sweet & Salty Blues Band at Fat Matt’s).
Live Music Acts in Atlanta: Sunday, July 27
- Steel Pulse (Reggae Against Racism Tour; with Original Wailers ft. Al Anderson noted in some listings) — The Eastern, doors ~7:00 PM / show ~8:00 PM.
- Justine Skye (Candy Tour) — Vinyl at Center Stage / Center Stage Theater, ~8:00 PM.
- The Australian Pink Floyd Show — Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park, ~8:00 PM.
- The Word Alive with Not Enough Space / Downswing — The Masquerade (Hell).
- Family classical option continues with ASO’s The Lion and the Mouse. Blues at Fat Matt’s (e.g., Joe Loftus Trio) and other club shows also appear
This lineup’s got something for every taste, from arena spectacles to divey delights. Atlanta’s music scene never sleeps. Check venue sites for updates, as times and openers can shift. What’s your must-see?
Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul Nights and More
Come check out a Candlelight Concert, which offers a soothing atmosphere while the soulful hits of Prince, Maxwell, Marvin Gaye and more play live on strings. Get tickets.
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Atlanta Live Music: Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025
- Little Feat at Atlanta Symphony Hall
- Ace Monroe at Masquerade
- Mudvayne at Coca-Cola Roxy
- Between Friends at The Loft
- Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
Buteco
1039 Grant St SE Suite C-10, Atlanta, GA 30315 | (404) 963-2929
Buteco, a Brazilian coffee shop located in the Beacon development in Grant Park, has a cool vibe with different bands during the week.
Apache Cafe
880 Woodrow St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (404) 594-1170
If you want to enjoy one of the city’s musical gems, Apache Cafe is the place to go. Aside from being the venue where India Irie was discovered, patrons will enjoy the daily happy hour, food and drinks.
With a weekly schedule of events that features Pangea’s Afrosocial, spoken word, karaoke, art, live music and more, this place is a must-visit. See upcoming events.
Blind Willie’s
828 North Highland Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30306 | (404) 873-2583
The world-renown Blind Willie’s is the premiere spot in Atlanta for some down-home blues music. See upcoming concerts.
Center Stage / The Loft
1374 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309 | (404) 885-1365
Center Stage is one of the most accessible places in Atlanta to hear some live music. National acts on the pop music and hip-hop scene regularly come through to perform.
The Loft is a more intimate music venue adjacent to Center Stage. It’s a standing-room only place that allows the venue to transform into a gigantic dance floor. See upcoming shows.
City Winery
650 North Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (404) 946-3791
City Winery in Midtown Atlanta has some of the biggest acts week in and week out. If you want to see a top-notch live show, City Winery is the place to be. See their schedule.
Coca-Cola Roxy
800 Battery Ave SE #500, Atlanta, GA 30339 | (470) 351-3866
The Coca-Cola Roxy is a spacious venue at the Battery across the street from SunTrust Park, where the Atlanta Braves play. The Roxy plays big-name acts and packs a crowd on the weekends. See Coca-Cola Roxy events.
Kat’s Cafe
If you’re looking for a lively night of creative arts, Kate’s Cafe in Midtown Atlanta may be just the thing. Neatly tucked away amid some residential homes at 970 Piedmont Ave NE, a short distance from 10th Street, Kat’s Cafe live music bar and restaurant is definitely one of those cool things to do in Atlanta on any day of the week.
Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre
5239 Floyd Rd SW, Mableton, GA 30126 | (770) 819-7765
The Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre draws some major acts to southern Cobb County. If you live out that way, Mable House packs a crowd. See events here.
Northside Tavern
1058 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 874-8745
Northside Tavern in West Midtown is a great place to catch some live music and enjoy some good food at the same time. This is Atlanta’s unofficial “home of the blues” powered by house band Mudcat. Check out their calendar.
The Tabernacle
152 Luckie St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 659-9022
The Tabernacle in downtown Atlanta draws some big acts every week. You can see their event schedule to find someone you no doubt know. See event information.
Terminal West
887 West Marietta St NW C, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 876-5566
In West Midtown, Terminal West is a best-kept secret when it comes to places with live music in Atlanta. See Terminal West events.
The Masquerade
50 Lower Alabama Street, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 577-8178
The Masquerade is a huge music venue for rockers, metal fans and alternative music. You’ll frequently get the hip-hop groups to perform there as well. See upcoming shows.
Red Light Cafe
553-1 Amsterdam Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 | (404) 874-7828
Red Light Cafe in Midtown Atlanta is your place to go to see local rock acts, reggae and other alternative vibes. Check out the Red Light Cafe events calendar.
Variety Playhouse
1099 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (404) 524-7354
This old movie theater acts as a concert hall for local acts as well as visiting musicians. This intimate venue can hold more than 1,000 people and is in a central location. See who’s playing at Variety Playhouse.
Final Word
For many people, live music can enhance the overall dining experience, adding an extra dimension of enjoyment to the meal. During an Atlanta weekend, live music can make the evening feel more special and memorable.
Atlanta has become known for its music, but mostly in the studio and on the radio. But where are the live music venues in Atlanta?
Atlanta has so many things to do no matter what you’re into: live music, sports, recreation, shopping, etc.
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