Athens Georgia Entertainment & Events

Cinema

• Carmike 12
  1570 Lexington Road • Athens, GA 30601
  706-354-0016
  First-run Hollywood movies and critically acclaimed films are shown at this cinema that also features comfortable seating and a large concession stand. more...

• The Internet Movie Database
  Features plot summaries, reviews, cast lists, and theatre schedules. more...

• Fandango
  Find theaters in your area, view showtimes of current releases and see upcoming trailer at Fandango. more...

Night Life

• Mellow Mushroom
  259 East Broad Street • Athens, GA 30601
  706-613-0892
  Serving over 40 draft beers, microbrews and imports, the focus at this casual, local favorite hangout is beer, but the pizza and other pub fare is great to complement your drinks.

• Forty Watt Club, The
  285 West Washington Street • Athens, GA 30601
  706-549-7871
  A supportive, well known proving ground for new local artists, this eclectic nightclub still lives on its reputation as the launching pad for REM and the B-52's back in the seventies. more...

• Whiskey Dick's
  105 College Avenue • Athens, GA 30601
  706-255-4957
  A great drinking pub.

Concerts & Performances

• Classic Center, The
  300 North Thomas Street • Athens, GA 30601
  706-357-4403
  Home to the Athens Symphony, this state-of-the-art, 2050 seat performing arts center also features Broadway productions, headline entertainers, and concerts throughout the year. more...

Plays & Productions

• Jesus Christ Superstar
  300 North Thomas Street • Athens, GA706-357-4444
  Jesus Christ Superstar, This Andrew Lloyd Webber classic “rock-opera” staring Ted Neeley in the title role and In Living Colour’s Corey Glover as Judas, is a timeless masterpiece that will leave you captivated by its power.  more...

• Morton Theatre
  195 West Washington Street • Athens, GA 30601
  706-613-3770
  "Athens' Historic Showplace," this magnificent theatre opened in 1910 and presents an array of entertaining theatrical productions and events throughout the year. more...

• Hairspray
  300 North Thomas Street • Athens, GA706-357-4444
  Hairspray, A delightful musical comedy that will take you back to the 60’s. With laughter and romance, this show is sure to have you cheering for Tracy as she finds true love and saves the world.

• Classic City Arts
  229 Acadia Drive • Athens, GA 30607
  706-850-1755
  CCA is a community theatre and is open to any and all who have a desire to explore all facets of the theatrical arts. Whether you have never done a show or you have done a thousand you will find CCA to be a well organized, smooth running production company where you and your neighbors can come together and bring the past back to life. more...

Arts & Crafts Shows

• Marketplace, The
  300 North Thomas Street • Athens, GA 30601
  downtown Athens
  706-613-8778
  Event featuring dozens of artists and crafts vendors will offer one-of-a-kind gift ideas, plus special events such as Ladies' Day Out and wine tasting.

Festivals & Fairs

• North Georgia Folk Festival
  400 Holman Road • Athens, GA 30601
  off US 441 just north of Athens
  706-613-3631
  Experience traditional folk music from blues to bluegrass, plus traditional craft demonstrations, activities and sales. more...

• DiscoverOurFestival
  The ultimate U.S. festivals, tourism & annual events guide. more...