Atlanta is home to a thriving live music scene with venues that host big-name touring acts as well as local shows and up-and-coming bands. From intimate club stages to massive arenas, there’s a concert venue for every music fan in Atlanta. Here are some of the top places to catch a show in the ATL, and where to park.
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Mercedes Benz Stadium
MBS replaced the Georgia Dome in 2017, making it the new home of the Atlanta Falcons of the NFL and Atlanta United of MLS. From sporting events, to concerts, to conventions, Mercedes Benz is always bustling with activity in Atlanta’s downtown area. It has attracted major touring acts including Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Guns N’ Roses. While not the most intimate setting, it’s a chance to see your favorite performers on a massive scale. With over 20,000 parking spots available and plenty of parking to reserve, ParkMobile is MBS’s trusted partner for any events happening.
State Farm Arena
Located right next to Mercedes Benz Stadium, State Farm Arena is home to NBA’s Atlanta Hawks. State Farm also hosts a plethora of events, from concerts to Figure Skating Championships. Did you know it’s one of the busiest arenas in the world for concerts? Recent concerts there have included artists like Elton John, Janet Jackson, and Justin Bieber. The huge venue allows for grand stage productions and gives fans a big arena experience even if they are not sitting right by the stage.
Woodruff Arts Center
Home to the Alliance Theater, the Atlanta Symphony Hall, and the High Museum of Art, this art-centered campus offers many different types of shows and events. Alliance Theater, Atlanta’s Tony-Award winning theater, performs plays and musicals of all types, while driving community engagement and promoting radical inclusion. The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra delivers the highest quality of orchestra music and has been doing so since the 1940s. The High Museum of Art is Atlanta’s premier art museum, hosting regular community programs, while displaying more than 18,000 works of art. You can reserve parking for events at the Woodruff Arts Center ahead of time on parkmobile.io, or for daily parking at The High, you can use your ParkMobile app.
Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center
The Sandy Springs PAC’s mission is to enhance the quality of life of the community by providing diverse arts, entertainment, educational, business and civic opportunities. What better way to do so than by building a performing arts facility?
Pullman Yards
This former industrial complex located in the historic Kirkwood District is now home to rotating exhibits, on-site restaurants, and Emory’s Science Gallery. With a big launch of Atlanta’s own Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit, Pullman Yards made a big splash in the neighborhood. Now calling itself an “Alcohall,” this venue has a full event calendar for the fall and a full list of vendors. This alcohall has it all!
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The Fox Theater:
The Fox is one of the most famous theaters in Atlanta. Located on Peachtree in Midtown, this fan-favorite venue was originally planned as part of a large Shrine Temple, and showcases this with its Moorish design. Originally part of the Fox Theaters chain across the country, The Fox began as a movie theater and became popular as a dance hall. Saved from demolition in 1976, The Fox was named a National Historic Landmark. Today, The Fox hosts concerts, Broadway tours, summer film series, and artistic events such as the Atlanta Ballet. Acts range from comedians like Jerry Seinfeld to pop stars like Cher. It’s an elegant place to enjoy a show. Needless to say, we’re a fan of The Fox, and ParkMobile’s got lots of lots available nearby for your next show.
Buckhead Theater:
Buckhead Theater is a popular concert venue located in Buckhead, Atlanta. Walking distance from Buckhead Village District, the venue is perfect for a dinner-and-a-show kind of night out. The theater opened in 1930, features a Spanish baroque style architecture, and was originally planned to be a second-run movie theater, before converting to first-run in 1961. After a few different managements, Buckhead Theater closed in 2008 for renovations and only recently reopened in 2010. Now, the theater hosts concerts and has hosted shows such as Dua Lipa, Mumford & Sons, Phish, LANY, Ray Charles, and Talking Heads to name a few.
Next time you’re looking for live music in Atlanta, check out one of these incredible venues. The city is such a hotspot for concerts and you’re sure to find something spectacular to suit your tastes!
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