Rak The Watt

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Students of the Sangha Yoga Studio at the Healing Arts Centre and special guests will showcase belly dances of different styles. 7 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $5. www.40watt.com

In Your Dreams

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Speakeasy Dance presents an evening of dance performances in different styles. 8:30 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.), $12. www.40watt.com

Irish Step-Dancing

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

The Dancers of the Carpenter Academy of Irish Dance in Athens perform, teach basic dance steps and answer questions about the art form. 6​​–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Operation: Transformation!

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

This fundraising drag show will benefit Athens Pride & Queer Collective’s trans surgery scholarship. 8 p.m. (doors), 9:30 p.m. (show). $20–40. www.40watt.com

Classic City Wrestling

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

A night of high flying, power slamming independent wrestling, with a side of rock and roll by The Pink Stones. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15–25. www.40watt.com

Rabbit Box Storytelling: With This Ring

VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens

This month’s storytelling theme is “With This Ring” with eight people sharing the meaning behind their rings. 7–9 p.m. $10. www.rabbitbox.org

GOD SPANK

ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United States

This series of performances by contemporary Athens-based artists Mickey Boyd, Ethan Snow and Ahndhi Sticha explores the future of humanity. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org

Union Pride

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

United Campus Workers of Georgia hosts an open drag night to kick off Pride Month. 8–10:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Eternity

Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

An evening of music, dance and theater with an emphasis on sharing the love of God through the performing arts. 7 p.m. $15. www.mortontheatre.com

Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Friday

Hendershots Athens, GA, United States

A Fabulous Friday drag show closing out Pride Month with performances by special guests The Belli Dance Company. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com

A Night at the Movies

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

The Studio Athens presents a dance show featuring movie soundtracks, followed by a dance party. 8 p.m. (doors), 8:30 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.), $15. www.40watt.com

Classic City Wrestling

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

A night of high flying, power slamming independent wrestling, with a side of rock and roll by The Blips. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15–27. www.40watt.com

Xplosion

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Dance FX presents a dance showcase. 7 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $8. www.40watt.com

Event Series Seven Faces

Seven Faces

work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United States

This collaboration between Athens writer J.R. Barner and seven local choreographers incorporates poetry with modern dance, photography, music and film. 8 p.m. $10. www.workshopathens.com

Event Series Seven Faces

Seven Faces

work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United States

This collaboration between Athens writer J.R. Barner and seven local choreographers incorporates poetry with modern dance, photography, music and film. 8 p.m. $10. www.workshopathens.com

Athens Drag Brunch

Hendershots Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy brunch and disco themed drag entertainment. 11 a.m. $40. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com

Athens Ultimate Drag Cabaret

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

The Vanity Vixxxens will perform featuring Extasy, Jacqueline, Cola, Bianca, Sasha, Lacie and Karmella. 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.40watt.com

League of Step Fundraiser

Paloma Park 235 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Students will perform a step demonstration followed by live music in benefit of the League of Step. 8 p.m. (doors), 8:30 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $10 (w/ student ID), $20. bit.ly/80sPartyAthens

A Night of ABBA

Madison Morgan Cultural Center 434 S Main St, Madison, United States

Dancing Dream is an electric tribute to ABBA featuring musicians in elaborate costumes performing songs with choreography and inviting the audience to dance. 7:30 p.m. (doors). $35. www.MMCC-ARTS.org

Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All

Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

Enjoy a fabulous night of open drag fun for all ages celebrating Athens Pride weekend. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com

Rabbit Box Storytelling: Birth of a Parent

VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens

This month’s storytelling theme is “Birth of a Parent” with eight people sharing the path they followed to parenthood. 7–9 p.m. $10. www.rabbitbox.org

Event Series Circa

Circa

UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United States

The Australian contemporary circus company’s show Humans 2.0 features elaborate choreography. Sept. 26–27, 7:30 p.m. $29–69. Performances for Young People Sept. 27, 10 a.m. $3 (students), $5 (adults). pac.uga.edu

Event Series Circa

Circa

UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United States

**The Sept. 26 and Sept. 27 morning performances have been canceled due to inclement weather, but the Sept. 27 evening performance will continue as planned** The Australian contemporary circus company’s show Humans 2.0 features elaborate choreography. Sept. 26–27, 7:30 p.m. $29–69. Performances for Young People Sept. 27, 10 a.m. $3 (students), $5 (adults). pac.uga.edu

Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All

Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

Enjoy a fabulous night of open drag fun for all ages celebrating Halloween with a costume contest. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com

Event Series DanceATHENS 2024

DanceATHENS 2024

Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

This annual celebration unifies the dance communities of Alabama, South Carolina and Georgia. Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19, 3:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. $13–16. www.mortontheatre.com

Take Flight

East Athens Educational Dance Center 390 McKinley Dr., Athens, GA, United States

During this fall dance concert the accelerated dance program students will display their skills and talents in a variety of styles. 3 p.m. $10 (adv.), $12. www.accgov.com/myrec

Event Series DanceATHENS 2024

DanceATHENS 2024

Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

This annual celebration unifies the dance communities of Alabama, South Carolina and Georgia. Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19, 3:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. $13–16. www.mortontheatre.com

Magic Hunks

Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., Winterville

A male revue “Most Wanted” tour. 7 p.m. $14.95 & up. www.marigoldauditorium.com

Boobutante

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Boybutante AIDS Foundation’s Halloween-themed ball returns and invites attendees to dress up. 8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $30. www.40watt.com

Rabbit Box Storytelling

VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens

This month’s storytelling theme is “Scared Stiff” with eight people sharing their creepiest true-life experiences. 7–9 p.m. $10. www.rabbitbox.org

Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Fridays

Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

Enjoy a fabulous night of drag entertainment celebrating Halloween with a costume contest. Ages 18 & up. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com

Trick or Tease

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Dancefx presents a holiday dance performance by The Bombshells and The Cherry Bombs. 7 p.m. (doors). $8. www.40watt.com

Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All

Hendershots Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy a fabulous night of open drag fun for all ages with a Kellie Divine and Jenn Sparx birthday party. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com

Event Series Canopy: Full of Stars

Canopy: Full of Stars

Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United States

The studio’s Repertory Company presents a fantastical journey of science fiction through aerial dance. Nov. 8–9, 8 p.m. Nov. 9, 3 p.m. Nov. 10, 1 p.m (sensory-friendly performance) & 4 p.m.  $15–20. www.canopystudio.org