Let's delve right into Atlanta's exciting music, as there is never enough praise for this city and its music! Atlanta has a festival (or five) to satisfy every kind of musical desire, from free jazz blowouts in the Georgia sun to vibrant dance events that will make your soul turn blue. Instead of eye candy, there is enough sound candy to make your playlist last a lifetime on repeat. So, Atlanta, dust off your dance shoes and get ready to turn up the music as you explore a city where the soundtrack never turns itself off!
Every year, people in Atlanta await music festivals, a tradition for years! These festivals make the year musical, brighter, and cheerful, making everyone groove with a smile.
Without missing any Memorial Day weekend, the Atlanta Jazz Festival celebrates the heritage and variety of Jazz every year. Along with attracting artists from around the world, it is also the largest FREE jazz festival in the country. The enthusiasm to appreciate Jazz is clearly visible among people despite their crazy love for the genre. It is undeniably one of the liveliest times of the year.
Named after the brewery’s 420 Extra Pale Ale, Sweetwater 420 Fest enriches Earth Day weekend every year! This three-day festival attracts people with magnets like live music, artists' markets, food trucks, and beer stations (a lot of them). It is one of the city’s best harbingers of spring, and for your entertainment, one tent is specially reserved for comedians and up-and-coming musical artists.
Any festival with a gorgeous view, you ask? Bring your hands together for the Shaky Knees Music Festival , a proper indie music festival that goes on for three days at Central Park in Old Fourth Ward of Atlanta. It was founded in 2013 and covers indie rock, indie folk, country music, and alternative rock genres! No doubt that it is the highlight of the year!
Summer converts Atlanta into a whimsical wonderland with music and costumes and the Imagine Music Festival every year. The wildest electro dance party where you get to live, dance, and maybe tie-dye your way into a new world! The dazzling light shows, heart-thumping beats, and friendly festival vibes will make you feel like you just joined the world's coolest cult (but with way better snacks).
Filling the air with sweetness and music, the Sweet Auburn Music Fest brings smiles and laughter for three straight days for free, with non-stop entertainment! The multi-genre music featuring three distinct forms of music, R&B, Hip-Hop, and Gospel, is one of the most inclusive events of all. Amazing food, a friendly atmosphere, and music are equivalent to a blessing to your ears in this historic neighborhood. It is an amazing weekend!
Atlanta has some beautiful venues around the city, although music events and live shows every day at such music venues in Atlanta make it even more pleasing to visit.
Surrounded by a rich history, The Tabernacle (formerly a church) was turned into a music venue. Now, it is one of the biggest places to experience musical concerts and events. It's also special to watch your favorite artists play with excellent acoustics. Coldplay, Ed Sheeran, and Erykah Badu are among the performers gracing the Tabernacle stage. It seems intimate and close to the music, no matter where you are in relation to it.
When it comes to bringing in fresh talents to the city, Center Stage always steps up. With three indoor music spaces, it caters to all kinds of music lovers. Drake, Kanye, Ellie Goulding, and J. Cole have stepped on the stage, making it extraordinary. Many local and new bands have also gained significant love from people here. It is a place that hugs everyone!
Situated in the neighborhood with an artsy and bohemian atmosphere, Variety Playhouse has been a favorite since it was turned from a theatre into a music venue in the 1940s. You can tune in for indie and bluegrass melodies, although several Adele appearances recognize the place! Make a day out by catching a show and exploring the quirky shops and local food joints nearby.
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