It's almost time for the annual Grant Park Summer Shade Festival!This popular festival takes place on Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23, 2026, in Grant Park. As always, festival admission is FREE.All entertainment is free as well, and you … [Read more...] about Summer Shade Festival announces the full musical line-up: two days of free concerts on Aug. 22 & 23
Free Concerts
Loganville’s Groovin’ on the Green concert: Featuring Departure (Journey tribute) this Friday
Loganville built its Town Green to bring people together -- so bring your lawn chair and dancing shoes to this community space for the 2026 summer concert series. Groovin' on the Green takes place at 7:30 on the third Friday of each month from May … [Read more...] about Loganville’s Groovin’ on the Green concert: Featuring Departure (Journey tribute) this Friday
FREE! City Green Live concert series: Patrick Droney takes the stage on Friday
The City Green Live FREE concert series is back for 2026. The events take place on select Friday nights, from April through August. See the concert schedule below! They're held in City Green Park, in Sandy Springs. The park is inside the City … [Read more...] about FREE! City Green Live concert series: Patrick Droney takes the stage on Friday
Snellville’s Live on the Lawn concert: featuring Landslide (Fleetwood Mac tribute) on Saturday
The city of Snellville will present four summer concerts in 2026. They take place on the Towne Green, located at 2437 Main Street. Chairs and blankets are allowed -- but no pop-up tents, please. There will be food trucks at all … [Read more...] about Snellville’s Live on the Lawn concert: featuring Landslide (Fleetwood Mac tribute) on Saturday
Hapeville summer concert series: Wings & Strings on Saturday, August 15
Hapeville's annual Downtown Live Concert Series is returning to Jess Lucas Park in the summer of 2026. The schedule of events is just below. All events are FREE and family-friendly. Each event features a concert and a … [Read more...] about Hapeville summer concert series: Wings & Strings on Saturday, August 15
Cumming City Center concerts: Back N Black (AC/DC tribute) on Friday + Jimmy Cav Project on Saturday
Cumming City Center announced the FREE concert line-up from March thru October in 2026 Image: 123RF The city of Cumming will host a series of outdoor summer concerts in 2026. They are FREE to attend. Concerts begin at either 7 p.m. or 8 … [Read more...] about Cumming City Center concerts: Back N Black (AC/DC tribute) on Friday + Jimmy Cav Project on Saturday
Free Block Party in Little 5 Points hosted by Criminal Records on Saturday, featuring 25 bands on 3 stages
On Saturday, August 15, 2026, Criminal Records is throwing a wild block party to celebrate 35 years in business. Come out to hear over 25 bands playing on three stages throughout L5P and show your appreciation for the iconic record … [Read more...] about Free Block Party in Little 5 Points hosted by Criminal Records on Saturday, featuring 25 bands on 3 stages
Rock the Block in Duluth: live music by Jeremy Keen + an outdoor movie, “Monsters University” on Friday
Duluth will host Rock The Block: Live & Loud Fridays on Friday nights in June, July, and August in 2026. The events take place on the Town Green from 6 to 9 p.m. They are all FREE to attend. On these evenings, the Town Green will transform … [Read more...] about Rock the Block in Duluth: live music by Jeremy Keen + an outdoor movie, “Monsters University” on Friday
Lawrenceville’s Live in the DTL concert series features Pandora’s Box (Aerosmith tribute) on Friday, Aug. 14th
The City of Lawrenceville presents LIVE in the DTL -- a FREE summer concert series in 2026. The concerts take place on the Lawrenceville Lawn from 8 to 10 p.m. on select Friday nights. Food trucks are on site and begin serving at 5:30 p.m. so … [Read more...] about Lawrenceville’s Live in the DTL concert series features Pandora’s Box (Aerosmith tribute) on Friday, Aug. 14th
Alpharetta’s FREE On the Green concert series features The Retro Brothers this Friday
Head to downtown Alpharetta this summer for a series of FREE outdoor concerts on the Town Green, near the Alpharetta City Hall. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs. You can pack a picnic meal, or grab a bite from nearby restaurants. Concerts … [Read more...] about Alpharetta’s FREE On the Green concert series features The Retro Brothers this Friday
FREE Norcross Summer Concert: the C.O.T. Band will play dance party music on Friday
The 2026 Norcross Summer Concert series takes place in Thrasher Park, in downtown Norcross, once again this year. The full musical line-up is listed below. Enjoy the sweet sounds of summer in this FREE concert series, happening on select Friday … [Read more...] about FREE Norcross Summer Concert: the C.O.T. Band will play dance party music on Friday
Roswell’s FREE “Music on the Hill” concerts: Piano Man vs. Rocket Man (Billy Joel & Elton John tribute) on Friday, Aug. 14th
The city of Roswell is bringing back the Music on the Hill concert series for 2026. Itlaunches in May, and runs on second Fridays of each month, through September. All concerts are 7 to 9 p.m. on the rear lawn behind City Hall (38 … [Read more...] about Roswell’s FREE “Music on the Hill” concerts: Piano Man vs. Rocket Man (Billy Joel & Elton John tribute) on Friday, Aug. 14th
Avalon Nights Live: FREE outdoor concerts every Friday evening (R&B Inc. plays this week)
After a hectic work week, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy live music outdoors at Avalon every Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. Avalon Nights Live concerts are open to the public, and no advance reservations are needed to attend. They run from … [Read more...] about Avalon Nights Live: FREE outdoor concerts every Friday evening (R&B Inc. plays this week)
The FREE Wire & Wood Music Festival announces the full concert line-up for two days this fall
The Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival returns to Downtown Alpharetta for 2026!The headliner acts were announced in March -- they will be Corey Smith and Sister Hazel (see the info below about these performers). The festival takes place on … [Read more...] about The FREE Wire & Wood Music Festival announces the full concert line-up for two days this fall
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performs for FREE in Piedmont Park on September 9th
It's back! The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will once again present FREE concerts in Piedmont Park in 2026. This is one of Atlanta's most cherished traditions. The next free ASO concert takes place on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 7:30 … [Read more...] about Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performs for FREE in Piedmont Park on September 9th
Alpharetta City Band presents a FREE concert of celestial music on Sept. 13th at Union Hill Park
The Alpharetta City Band will host a FREE concert on Sunday, September 13, 2026 from 6 to 7 p.m. It takes place at Union Hill Park, at the Pavilion. The theme is When I Consider the Heavens. The concert features music … [Read more...] about Alpharetta City Band presents a FREE concert of celestial music on Sept. 13th at Union Hill Park
Chamblee Summer Concerts closes the season with Boy Band Review on Friday, Aug. 7th (plus, get $5 OFF your Uber ride to the concert)
NOTE: For the 4th of July concert and Uber code, click here. Chamblee rocks again this summer, with three FREE outdoor concerts for 2026. All the concerts take place at the green space in front of Chamblee's new City Hall, located at … [Read more...] about Chamblee Summer Concerts closes the season with Boy Band Review on Friday, Aug. 7th (plus, get $5 OFF your Uber ride to the concert)
FREE: The Home by Dark concert series is back this Saturday at Brooke Street Park
Alpharetta's FREE summer concert series is back in 2026! Bring a picnic meal and a blanket or lawn chair. The Home by Dark concerts take place at Brooke Street Park. The concerts are all scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. and run to about … [Read more...] about FREE: The Home by Dark concert series is back this Saturday at Brooke Street Park
Peachtree Corners Concert Series: The Stranger is a Billy Joel tribute on Saturday, Aug. 8th
Peachtree Corners brings back its summer concert series for 2026. The concerts take place on the Town Green and are FREE and open to the public. Concerts go from 7 to 9 p.m. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs. You can visit one of the many … [Read more...] about Peachtree Corners Concert Series: The Stranger is a Billy Joel tribute on Saturday, Aug. 8th
Woodstock Concert Series: Pop 2000 takes the stage on Saturday
Woodstock summer concerts are FREE! They take place at the Northside Hospital Cherokee Amphitheater -- located within The Park at City Center, in downtown Woodstock. Concerts start at 7:30 p.m. and may include an opening act, which … [Read more...] about Woodstock Concert Series: Pop 2000 takes the stage on Saturday
Tucker’s First Friday FREE concert series: featuring Mad Hatters (a Tom Petty tribute) this week
The city of Tucker will host FREE live music on the first Friday of each summer month, from May thru September, in 2026. Each concert starts at 7 p.m. at the Church Street green space and will feature a different artist. The space will open at … [Read more...] about Tucker’s First Friday FREE concert series: featuring Mad Hatters (a Tom Petty tribute) this week
Suwanee’s August concert features The Calling, plus Cody Matlock
Are you ready to rock? Suwanee's annual August Concert takes place on Saturday, August 8, 2026. This is an unforgettable night of live music, food, and community fun at Town Center Park. And it's FREE to attend. The party starts at … [Read more...] about Suwanee’s August concert features The Calling, plus Cody Matlock
The Duluth Summer Stage Concert features Blank Space: The Unofficial Taylor Swift Tribute on Saturday
The city of Duluth hosts its annual Summer Stage Concert on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 7 to 10 p.m. This promises to be an unforgettable summer concert experience in downtown Duluth! The show features Blank Space: The Unofficial … [Read more...] about The Duluth Summer Stage Concert features Blank Space: The Unofficial Taylor Swift Tribute on Saturday
Canton First Friday Concerts: featuring Nashville Nation playing country hits on Aug. 7th
Head to downtown Canton on first Fridays in 2026, for a family-friendly block party that is completely FREE to attend! All of the First Friday events take place between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., around Cannon Park in downtown Canton. (Need an … [Read more...] about Canton First Friday Concerts: featuring Nashville Nation playing country hits on Aug. 7th
FREE live music at Church Street Park in Marietta this Friday: Troy Brown Band takes the stage
Friday Night Live Music in the Park takes place at Church Street Park in Marietta monthly, from June through October. These concerts feature local singer-songwriters and jazz combos from 6 to 8 p.m. No tickets. No cover. Just good … [Read more...] about FREE live music at Church Street Park in Marietta this Friday: Troy Brown Band takes the stage
Dunwoody’s Groovin’ on the Green: live concert by the Emerald Empire Band on Saturday
Dunwoody's signature FREE Summer concert series is back for 2026! The concerts take place at Brook Run Park, in the new amphitheater. They generally begin at 6 p.m., unless otherwise noted. If you'd like to spread out more, you … [Read more...] about Dunwoody’s Groovin’ on the Green: live concert by the Emerald Empire Band on Saturday
Enjoy a FREE First Friday concert with The Venus Kings, at The Avenue Peachtree City this week
The Avenue Peachtree City and local band The Venus Kings have teamed up to host a series of FREE First Friday concerts. From March through October, this series will bring the Peachtree City community together for live music, dining and … [Read more...] about Enjoy a FREE First Friday concert with The Venus Kings, at The Avenue Peachtree City this week
The Alpharetta City Band hosts a series of free concerts in 2026
The Alpharetta City Band is a traditional concert ensemble that performs several FREE concerts each year, at various venues in the north metro area. We have the complete schedule for 2026 just below -- so you can mark your calendars. The band's … [Read more...] about The Alpharetta City Band hosts a series of free concerts in 2026
Concerts by the Springs: Radio 80s Band takes the stage this Sunday
Here's another addition to the Atlanta summer concert season! Concerts by the Springs is a FREE series that is back for 2026. It features just one concert per month from May through September, on Sundays. Seating is on the lawn and is first-come, … [Read more...] about Concerts by the Springs: Radio 80s Band takes the stage this Sunday
Grayson Concerts in the Park: Chris Taylor & The Rumor on August 22nd
Bring your blankets or chairs and enjoy a series of concerts on the Grayson Green this summer. All concerts are FREE. The events are from 7 to 10 p.m. More info on Facebook Go to the city calendar The Grayson Town Green is located at: 485 … [Read more...] about Grayson Concerts in the Park: Chris Taylor & The Rumor on August 22nd
Glover Park Concert Series in Marietta this Friday: Seven Bridges performs an Eagles tribute
The Glover Park Concert Series in Marietta opens the 2026 season on April 24th with Yacht Rock Schooner. Once a month, you can head to the Marietta Square for a FREE Friday night concert in Glover Park. The series runs from April through … [Read more...] about Glover Park Concert Series in Marietta this Friday: Seven Bridges performs an Eagles tribute
FREE Friday Night Live concert series at The Mill on Etowah in Canton: BlairOutLoud is playing
The Mill on Etowah is bringing another month of FREE live music. The Friday Night Live concert series takes place outdoors, on the green, every Friday in July. Concerts are 7 to 9 p.m. There is food and drink available for … [Read more...] about FREE Friday Night Live concert series at The Mill on Etowah in Canton: BlairOutLoud is playing
The Peachtree Corners Festival is a 2-day event on Sept. 19 and 20
Mark your calendar for the 13th annual Peachtree Corners Festival, coming to the Town Green on September 19 and 20, 2026. The festival is FREE to attend, with plenty of free parking in the parking deck next to the Town Green. It … [Read more...] about The Peachtree Corners Festival is a 2-day event on Sept. 19 and 20
FREE Sundays in the Park concert series in Roswell this weekend
Sundays in the Park is a FREE outdoor concert series happening in Roswell on select Sundays, May through September. The concerts take place either at Riverside Park, Roswell City Hall, or the Roswell Town Square. All concerts start at 5:30 … [Read more...] about FREE Sundays in the Park concert series in Roswell this weekend
Rockin’ Rockdale Concert Series: The 293 Band takes the stage on Sunday
The Rockin' Rockdale Concert Series takes place on the last Sunday of each month, from June through August (dates listed below). The FREE events take place on the lawn at Wheeler Park, in Conyers, from 5 to 7 … [Read more...] about Rockin’ Rockdale Concert Series: The 293 Band takes the stage on Sunday
Canton’s FREE River Rock Concert Series: Mark Wills plays this Saturday
This year, the River Rock Music Festival has been re-organized as a series of four separate concerts, happening on select weekends from May to August. You can head to Etowah River Park for Canton's River Rock Concert Series. All concerts are FREE … [Read more...] about Canton’s FREE River Rock Concert Series: Mark Wills plays this Saturday
Brookhaven Porchfest returns to the Drew Valley neighborhood on October 24th
Brookhaven Porchfest takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 2 to 7 p.m. This is a FREE, family-friendly music festival in the Drew Valley neighborhood of Brookhaven. It features local bands, food trucks, community spirit, and … [Read more...] about Brookhaven Porchfest returns to the Drew Valley neighborhood on October 24th
Johns Creek Independence Day concert and fireworks is on Friday, July 3rd
Get a headstart on the holiday! The Johns Creek Independence Day celebration takes place a day early, on Friday, July 3, 2026. The FREE event happens at The Boardwalk at town Center from 6:00 p.m. to 10 p.m. Grab a seat on the terraced … [Read more...] about Johns Creek Independence Day concert and fireworks is on Friday, July 3rd
Kennesaw’s FREE concert series: Rumours ATL (a Fleetwood Mac tribute) plays on August 22nd
The Kennesaw Concert Series is back for the 2026 season! The FREE concerts take place at the amphitheater at Depot Park, in downtown Kennesaw. They are scheduled for select Saturday nights from 7 to 10 p.m. The schedule is just … [Read more...] about Kennesaw’s FREE concert series: Rumours ATL (a Fleetwood Mac tribute) plays on August 22nd
Roswell’s annual 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza includes food trucks, live music, fireworks, more
The city of Roswell hosts its annual Fireworks Extravaganza on Saturday, July 4, 2026. This is a family-oriented event that includes live performances and food. The event runs from 6 to 10 p.m. It takes place at Roswell Area Park, located at 10495 … [Read more...] about Roswell’s annual 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza includes food trucks, live music, fireworks, more
