Concerts in September: August Guide to Live Music in Atlanta
Published August 24, 2026
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September brings another packed month of live music to Atlanta, with stages across the city welcoming everything from chart-topping arena tours to can’t-miss club shows. Whether you’re into rock, punk, K-pop, R&B, Americana, electronic or indie, there’s no shortage of performances.
This guide features some of the best concerts happening in Atlanta throughout September 2026. Explore the lineup below to discover major headliners, emerging artists, and memorable live shows worth adding to your plans.
Atlanta Concerts in September 2026 at a Glance
| Date | Artist/Event | Time | Venue | Genre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sept. 1 | Gary Clark Jr. | 8 p.m. | The Eastern | Blues-rock, soul |
| Sept. 1 | Social Distortion with Descendents & The Chats | 7 p.m. | Coca-Cola Roxy | Punk rock |
| Sept. 2 | ONE PACT | 7 p.m. | Center Stage Theater | K-pop |
| Sept. 3 | Son Rompe Pera | 8 p.m. | Terminal West | Garage punk, marimba |
| Sept. 3 | Chance The Rapper | 8 p.m. | Coca-Cola Roxy | Hip-hop, soul |
| Sept. 3 | Cordovas | 9:15 p.m. | Eddie’s Attic | Roots rock, Americana |
| Sept. 4 | HEALTH with The Callous Daoboys | 7 p.m. | Heaven at The Masquerade | Industrial rock, mathcore |
| Sept. 5–6 | Atlanta Hip Hop Day Festival | 11 a.m.–8 p.m. | Historic Fourth Ward Park | Hip-hop |
| Sept. 8 | Willow Avalon | 8 p.m. | Terminal West | Country-pop, Americana |
| Sept. 9 | Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats | 7 p.m. | Heaven at The Masquerade | Psychedelic doom rock |
| Sept. 12 | Sound + Vision | 7 p.m. | Loop by The Goat Farm | Various |
| Sept. 15 | MT Jones | 8 p.m. | Aisle 5 | R&B, soul |
| Sept. 16 | Joshua Bell and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra | |||
| Sept. 17 | Galcher Lustwerk | 8 p.m. | Aisle 5 | Deep house, electronic |
| Sept. 19 | Death Lens | 8:30 p.m. | The Earl | Surf punk, garage rock |
| Sept. 24 | Karol G | 7 p.m. | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Reggaeton, Latin pop |
| Sept. 24 | Houndmouth | 8 p.m. | Tabernacle | Indie rock, blues, Americana |
| Sept. 25 | ZHU | 8:30 p.m. | The Eastern | Deep house, electronic |
| Sept. 26 | Castle Rat | 6:30 p.m. | Heaven at The Masquerade | Doom metal |
| Sept. 27 | Damien Jurado | 8 p.m. | Eddie’s Attic | Indie folk, acoustic |
| Sept. 28 | Loathe & Fleshwater | 7:30 p.m. | Tabernacle | Alternative metal, post-hardcore, shoegaze |
| Sept. 29 | Suki Waterhouse | 8 p.m. | Coca-Cola Roxy | Indie pop |
Atlanta Concerts: Sept. 1-6
Gary Clark Jr.
Enjoy blues-rock with touches of soul as Gary Clark Jr. brings his signature guitar playing and powerful vocals to the Reynoldstown concert hall.
When: Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 8 p.m.
Where: The Eastern
Tickets: starting at $110
Social Distortion with Descendents & The Chats
Catch a night of classic and modern punk rock as standout bands deliver loud, fast and energetic sets at the Coca-Cola Roxy.
When: Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 7 p.m.
Where: Coca-Cola Roxy
Tickets: starting at $92
ONE PACT
Experience K-pop with polished choreography, catchy songs and high-energy performances in the intimate setting of Center Stage Theater.
When: Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 7 p.m.
Where: Center Stage Theater
Tickets: starting at $78
Son Rompe Pera
Dance to a unique mix of garage punk and traditional marimba as the band brings its infectious sound to this West Midtown gem.
When: Thursday, Sept.3 at 8 p.m.
Where: Terminal West
Tickets: starting at $33
Chance The Rapper
Experience Chance the Rapper’s blend of hip-hop and soul as he brings his energetic live show and fan-favorite songs to the Coca-Cola Roxy.
When: Thursday, Sept. 3 at 8 p.m.
Where: Coca-Cola Roxy
Tickets: starting at $79
Cordovas
Hear roots rock and Americana filled with rich harmonies and laid-back sounds in this cozy, beloved listening room.
When: Thursday, Sept. 3 at 9:15 p.m.
Where: Eddie’s Attic
Tickets: starting at $20
HEALTH with The Callous Daoboys
Experience industrial rock and mathcore as HEALTH and Atlanta’s own The Callous Daoboys bring heavy, intense performances to The Masquerade.
When: Friday, Sept. 4 at 7 p.m.
Where: Heaven at The Masquerade
Tickets: starting at $57
Atlanta Hip Hop Day Festival
Celebrate hip-hop with live performances, dance battles and local vendors at the outdoor setting of Historic Old Fourth Ward Park.
When: Saturday, Sept. 5-6, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: Historic Old Fourth Ward Park
Tickets: Free admission
Atlanta Concerts: Sept. 7-13
Willow Avalon
Enjoy country-pop and Americana from rising singer-songwriter Willow Avalon, who brings heartfelt songs to Terminal West.
When: Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 8 p.m.
Where: Terminal West
Tickets: starting at $33
Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats
Hear psychedelic doom rock with vintage influences and heavy riffs in the intimate atmosphere of The Masquerade’s Heaven room.
When: Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 7 p.m.
Where: Heaven at The Masquerade
Tickets: starting at $41
Sound + Vision
In celebration of the Atlanta Film Festival’s 50th anniversary, the beloved SOUND + VISION is back, an exploration of the intersection of audio and visual. Enjoy an immersive night of experimental art, live music, virtual reality and ATLFF 50 official VR and music video selections.
“United We Roar,” Atlanta’s soccer anthem, will be performed live for the first time since its launch during the FIFA World Cup with DJ Eu, Chunky Sounds, Joey Casanova, Butch Vega and Calderoky.
When: Saturday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m.
Where: Loom, 665 Marietta St NW
Tickets: starting at $15
Atlanta Concerts: Sept. 14-20
MT Jones
Experience retro-inspired R&B and soul as MT Jones performs smooth vocals and classic songwriting at Aisle 5 in Little Five Points.
When: Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 8 p.m.
Where: Aisle 5
Tickets: starting at $24
Joshua Bell and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
One of the most recognizable names in classical music kicks off the season when violinist Joshua Bell performs with the ASO. Check out more performances in September.
When: Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 7 p.m.
Where: Woodruff Arts Center
Galcher Lustwerk
Enjoy deep house and lo-fi electronic music as Galcher Lustwerk creates a laid-back, late-night atmosphere also at Aisle 5.
When: Thursday, Sept. 17 at 8 p.m.
Where: Aisle 5
Tickets: starting at $32
Death Lens
Catch surf punk and garage rock in the legendary dive bar setting of The Earl, known for its up-close live shows.
When: Saturday, Sept. 19 at 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Earl
Tickets: starting at $23
Atlanta Concerts: Sept. 21-27
Karol G
Experience reggaeton and Latin pop with chart-topping hits, stunning visuals and a massive stadium production at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
When: Thursday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m.
Where: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Tickets: starting at $128
Houndmouth
Enjoy indie rock, blues and Americana as Houndmouth brings its soulful storytelling to the historic Tabernacle.
When: Thursday, Sept. 24 at 8 p.m.
Where: Tabernacle
Tickets: starting at $46
ZHU
Dance to ZHU’s signature mix of deep house and electronic music as he transforms The Eastern into an immersive, late-night dance party.
When: Friday, Sept. 25 at 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Eastern
Tickets: starting at $65
Castle Rat
Experience theatrical doom metal as Castle Rat combines heavy riffs and fantasy-inspired performances at The Masquerade.
When: Saturday, Sept. 26 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Heaven at The Masquerade
Tickets: starting at $36
Damien Jurado
Settle in for an evening of intimate indie folk and heartfelt acoustic songs as Damien Jurado performs at Eddie’s Attic.
When: Sunday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m.
Where: Eddie’s Attic
Tickets: starting at $32
Atlanta Concerts: Sept. 28-30
Loathe & Fleshwater
Experience a powerful mix of alternative metal, post-hardcore and shoegaze as these bands explode the Tabernacle with sound.
When: Monday, Sept. 28 at 7:30 PM
Where: Tabernacle
Tickets: starting at $92
Suki Waterhouse
Experience dreamy indie pop with shimmering melodies and soft vocals at the Coca-Cola Roxy, located at the Battery.
When: Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 8 p.m.
Where: Coca-Cola Roxy
Tickets: starting at $64
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Lauren Sabia is a writer and digital creator born and raised in Metro Atlanta. She’s passionate about telling the stories of the people who shape the city, amplifying community voices, and striking up conversations that turn strangers into friends. Outside of work, you can find her on the Beltline or exploring Atlanta’s many vibrant neighborhoods.
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