10 Can't-Miss Atlanta Music Festivals
Music festivals are back! Catch your favorite bands at these big events in Atlanta.
Each year, the Atlanta area offers up world-class talent at music festivals that show off the city’s historic neighborhoods, iconic venues and not-very-far-away fields. From perennial favorites to newly launched events, these Atlanta music festivals are hot tickets this year. Find more information about these and many more music festivals on the Explore Georgia Calendar of Events.
SweetWater 420 Fest in Atlanta, Georgia
SweetWater 420 Fest, April 22-23, 2023
SweetWater 420 Fest in April 2023 will feature big-name bands taking the stage as part of this annual festival from Atlanta-owned SweetWater Brewing Company. In addition to enjoying music and art, festivalgoers can taste SweetWater beers and attend presentations from brewing experts.
Shaky Knees in Atlanta, Georgia. Photo by Charles Reagan Hackleman
Shaky Knees Music Festival, May 5-7, 2023
The Shaky Knees Music Festival in Atlanta's Central Park features musicians like The Killers, Greta Van Fleet, Muse, Tenacious D, The Lumineers, Hozier and many more. More than 60 bands, including up-and-coming artists, make up the rock-lover's lineup.
Atlanta Jazz Festival in Piedmont Park
Atlanta Jazz Festival, May 27-29, 2023
If you think getting into a music festival is out of your budget this year, check out the cost of the Atlanta Jazz Festival: $0. While the main part of the festival is Memorial Day weekend, events will take place throughout May from rooftop concerts and galleries to museums and restaurants as part of the “Summer of Jazz” series. The Memorial Day weekend events all happen at Piedmont Park.
Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival in Atlanta, Georgia
Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival, June 16-18, 2023
Join family and friends to mark the Juneteenth holiday in Atlanta's Centennial Olympic Park with a parade, music, art, food and celebrations of Black culture. This free, three-day festival features music performances on four stages as well as a World Record African Drum Circle.
BeREGGAE Music & Arts Festival in Atlanta, Georgia
BeREGGAE Diaspora Music & Arts Festival, Aug. 11-13, 2023
Head to Atlanta's Piedmont Park for this free, three-day, family-friendly festival billed as the largest reggae festival in the South. Featuring music performances and DJs on three stages, previous performers have included Junior Reid, Mumu Fresh and Tito Puente Jr. Attracting more than 35,000 attendees over three days, the event also includes more than 200 food and merchandise vendors.
Imagine Music Festival in Atlanta, Georgia
Imagine Music Festival, Sept. 15-17, 2023
Electronic musicians, DJs and bands perform alongside cirque-style acts during the Imagine Music Festival in September, featuring dance music at a new location this year: Kingston Downs, located near Rome, Georgia. Camp onsite amid the rolling hills and untouched woodlands, or stay at nearby hotels. Go tubing on the river, go forest bathing on nature trails, play in the pool and much more at the aquatic-themed music festival.
A3C Festival & Conference in Atlanta, Georgia
A3C Festival & Conference, Sept. 28-30, 2023
Hip-hop takes the stage in September during the annual A3C Festival & Conference. The festival is predated by a three-day conference that brings together artists, creatives and entrepreneurs in the music industry to empower and educate those that shape hip-hop music, technology and culture. The festival features some of the most renowned artists in hip-hop.
Sweet Auburn Music Fest in Atlanta, Georgia
Sweet Auburn Music Fest, Sept. 30-Oct. 1, 2023
From upcoming acts to timeless R&B and gospel stars, the Sweet Auburn Music Fest is three days of free, non-stop entertainment on the streets of Atlanta's historic Sweet Auburn Historic District. Since the late 19th century, the district has been home to numerous African American-owned businesses and schools, many the first of their kind in Atlanta or the nation. Enjoy great music, food and vendors in a family-friendly atmosphere in this historic neighborhood.
Wire and Wood Songwriters Festival in Alpharetta, Georgia
Wire and Wood Songwriters Festival, Oct. 13-14, 2023
Nationally recognized singer-songwriters gather in October for Alpharetta's Wire and Wood Songwriters Festival. Fans get a behind-the-scenes look at the stories that inspired country, rock, blues, Americana and bluegrass songs. Featuring veteran songsmiths and local up-and-coming talent, the festival converts the streets of downtown Alpharetta into concert stages.
ONE Musicfest in Atlanta, Georgia
ONE Musicfest, Oct. 28-29, 2023
ONE Musicfest attracts more than 50,000 music fans to Centennial Olympic Park to hear hip hop, EDM, reggae, funk, trap, house, alternative rock and soul music. The eclectic mashup of urban artists have included Gucci Mane, Wu-Tang Clan, Three 6 Mafia, Outkast, Kendrick Lamar, Lauryn Hill, T.I, Jill Scott, Janelle Monae and many more.
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