Want to sing along with thousands of adoring fans? Or just appreciate tunes in a more personal atmosphere? Whatever you prefer, we’ve got you covered with a list of local music venues, big and small.
Medium-to-really-big venues
Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood
The excellent acoustics at this 19,000-seat venue make it a favorite of many musicians.
www.livenation.com/venue/aarons-amphitheatre-at-lakewood
Verizon Amphitheater
One of the area’s newest additions, with a park-like setting in Alpharetta.
www.vzwamp.com
Delta Classic Chastain Park Amphitheater
Outdoor seating in Atlanta’s largest city park.
www.classicchastain.com
The Fabulous Fox Theater
Historic building featuring opulent Moorish and Egyptian décor.
www.foxtheatre.org
Tabernacle
A concert hall housed in a four-story, 100-year-old converted church.
www.tabernacleatl.com
Center Stage
Big enough to host some familiar names, but small enough that there’s no bad seat in the house.
www.centerstage-atlanta.com
Variety Playhouse
A combination nightclub and theater located in the bohemian Little Five Points neighborhood.
www.variety-playhouse.com
More intimate venues
Smith’s Olde Bar
It’s often described as a local “icon” or “institution.” A comfy bar with a nice music venue upstairs.
http://www.smithsoldebar.com/
The Earl
Surprisingly good music – and burgers (take our advice and add the bacon).
http://badearl.com/
Blind Willie’s
Popular spot offering “blues, booze and Cajun food.”
www.blindwilliesblues.com
Apache Café
Urban music club that is also part-restaurant, part-art gallery.
www.apachecafe.info
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