Atlanta hosts dozens of music festivals year-round, some drawing tens of thousands of visitors to the city. These festivals cater to a wide range of musical tastes, including classical, country, hip-hop, blues, and electronic dance, along with international festivals that celebrate the music of Atlanta’s diverse cultures.
Atlanta also hosts several very popular outdoor music festivals in its city parks, such as the Atlanta Jazz Festival, BeREGGAE festival and Music Midtown in Piedmont Park, Shaky Knees Music Festival in Old Fourth Ward’s Central Park, and House in the Park in Grant Park.
See more Atlanta event calendars:
– Food festivals
– Wine, beer and other drinks festivals
– Concerts
– Comedy shows
– Musicals
– Marathons, 5Ks and other races
See also:
– When to visit Atlanta
– Things to do in Atlanta
– Atlanta’s weather by month: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
!Dates, venues and other details can change at short notice. Please check all information at the official website before making plans to attend an event.
– SoundNOW, January 27 - February 2 2025
Annual festival of classical contemporary music, featuring new local music ensembles. More details
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– SoundNOW, January 27 - February 2 2025
Annual festival of classical contemporary music, featuring new local music ensembles. More details
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– Wing & Rock Fest, March 22-23 2025
Popular annual food and music festival at Etowah River Park, Canton, with 75+ flavors of wings from local restaurants and food trucks, beer and cocktails, live rock music, arts and crafts, farmers market, contests, children’s activities and more. More details
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– House of Disorder, April 5-6 2025
Hardcore music festival at Terminal West. More details
– SweetWater 420 Fest, April 18-20 2025
Annual multi-genre music and beer festival at Pullman Yards. More details
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Events this month to be confirmed.
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Events this month to be confirmed.
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– African Dance & Drum Festival, July 25-27 2025
Annual festival celebrating the arts and cultures of Africa at the Afrikan Djeli Cultural Institute, with music and dance workshops, craft market, food vendors, concert and more. More details
→ For other events this month, see July events in Atlanta or July concerts in Atlanta
Events this month to be confirmed.
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– ProgPower USA, September 3-6 2025
Annual festival of progressive and power metal. More details
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– Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival, October 10-11 2025
Free music festival in downtown Alpharetta, with 30+ performances in a variety of genres and music-themed arts and crafts market. More details
→ For other events this month, see October events in Atlanta or October concerts in Atlanta
Events this month to be confirmed.
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Events this month to be confirmed.
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