Calendar Picks
AOC Twilight Criterium | Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
Madison Fest | Saturday, April 26 @ 10:00 am | Madison Town Park
Madison Fest Madison Town Park
Dawgstock | Sunday, April 27 @ 12:00 pm | The Foundry
Dawgstock The Foundry
Julien Baker & TORRES | Monday, April 28 @ 7:00 pm | Georgia Theatre
Julien Baker &... Georgia Theatre
Kidd G, Graham Barham
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $25 (adv.), $30. www.georgiatheatre.com
KIDD G Young country emo-rap musician from Hamilton, GA.
GRAHAM BARHAM Country singer-songwriter hailing from rural Louisiana.
Molly Hatchet
Innovation Amphitheater 1005 Austin Rd., Winder, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.innovationamphitheater.com
MOLLY HATCHET Jacksonville, FL-based Southern rock band from the early 1970s that mixes blues, country, gospel and the English invasion of rock and roll.
The Pierres, Not Sex Cells, Made Up
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
THE PIERRES Four-piece post-punk band from Athens.
NOT SEX CELLS Like Sex Cells, only not. Alt-country with pathological undertones.
MADE UP Atlanta based alternative rock with lighthearted undertones and a garage rock aura.
Abbey Road LIVE!, Radio Free Athens
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20. www.graduatehotels.com
ABBEY ROAD LIVE! Beloved local tribute band who has the crowd rocking all night to their extensive Beatles cover sets.
RADIO FREE ATHENS Members of Abbey Road LIVE! bring life to the music that catapulted R.E.M. to the top of nearly every college radio chart in America.
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Fridays
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of drag entertainment. Ages 18 & up. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
FARM Rx 5K
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Athens Farmers Market is hosting its first race in benefit of the food access program FARM Rx. Participate, cheer or volunteer. 6:30–8:30 a.m. $40. www.athensfarmersmarket.net/farmrx-5k
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Free Yoga Weekend
Fuel Hot Yoga 398 Foundry Street, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin a variety of classes for all skill levels, with giveaways and store discounts. Registration required. 8 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.fuelhotyoga.com/free-yoga-weekend
Friends Appreciation Month Kick-Off
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Friends Annual Meeting followed by door prizes, art activities, refreshments and more. Registration recommended. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! (for Friends). www.georgiamuseum.org
West Broad Farmers Market
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net
Classic City Jam
Paloma Park 235 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesClassic City Jam. 11:30 a.m. (doors), 12 p.m. (music). $12 (adv.), $15. www.clearmountainentertainment.com
RED MILE ROAD Local hard rock band influenced by Seattle grunge and classic Southern rock.
ECHOLOCATIONS Local indie band embracing a retro, '60s-inspired sound.
CAM AND HIS DAM JAM BAND Groovy jam band with roots in jazz, bluegrass and psychedelic funk.
RECESS PARTY Up-and-coming local Athens alternative rock band with an energetic and upbeat sound.
A.D. BLANCO Indie-alternative garage rock band from Athens.
WIM TAPLEY & THE CANNONS Local alternative, folk-pop songwriter and his band rooted in Americana and neo soul sounds.
HEFFNER Indie rock band whose genre influences include power pop, post-punk and '70s glam.
Summer ShakesFaire
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesAn afternoon of festival fun including lawn games, face painting, an artist market and more followed by a Shakespeare show. 12–6 p.m. FREE! www.classiccityshakespeare.org
Celebrating 75 Years with Historic Athens
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesHistoric Athens will present on the museum’s rich history through a lecture, vintage photographs and compelling narratives. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Celebrate Faith: Sacred Texts in Various Religious Traditions
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis panel discussion with local faith leaders will focus on the sacred texts in their traditions. FREE! 2–3 p.m. www.athenslibrary.libcal.com/calendar
Sonny Angel Trading & Coloring Party
Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your Sonny Angel collections to trade or browse the store’s specials, and enjoy freebies and coloring. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.treehousekidandcraftcom
Scrapstock Day 2
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United States3–10:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/volumeshiphop
EAST RICH Underdog hip-hop artist from Covington with Southern flair and viral Tik-Tok success.
TRVY & THE ENEMY High-energy hip-hop artist who weaves introspective lyrics into the psych-infused instrumentals of his backing band.
OKSURF East Atlanta artist rising in the "melodic rage" genre of hip hop.
BYV_TRUBB Hip-hop artist with a punk aesthetic rapping over trap beats.
BLESSTHEPLAYA Rapper and singer creating lit party anthems and smooth R&B tracks.
GOODIE Emo-influenced rapper and singer with a moody soundtrack.
TYL3R DAVIS Versatile rapper with heartfelt melodies and confident flows.
CAM THE ARTISAN Atlanta artist exploring the intersection between hip hop, soul and dance.
KXNG BLANCO Local artist leading the wave of contemporary hip hop and R&B with energetic delivery and catchy hooks.
WIX PATTON Former-UGA football player performing lit party raps.
MINNIE LEA Rapper and singer with hype, danceable hits.
WYATT PATTON Energetic UGA student whose genre spans from club anthems to introspective love songs.
GUE$$ Recording engineer and hip-hop artist with a modern sound.
Yappy Hour
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesIn honor of National Dog Day, join the AAHS and the Graduate for a fundraiser with live music, special cocktails, vendors, a donation-based giveaway and more. Dogs welcome. $12. 5–7 p.m. www.graduatehotels.com/happenings-us
John Fernandes
Ciné Athens, GA, United States4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com
JOHN FERNANDES Member of the The Olivia Tremor Control and Circulatory System who has released two solo albums and works as a multi-instrumentalist. Today's performance will follow the 3 p.m. screening of The Elephant 6 Recording Co. documentary.
Keepin’ It Clean Dirty Dance Benefit
Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesKeepin' It Clean Dirty Dance Benefit. 5–9 p.m. $5 suggested donation. accgov.com/dirtydanceparty
DJ LES LITTER Keep Athens-Clarke County Beautiful hosts a dance party with dancers, face painting, a photo booth, food and raffles.
KACCB Dirty Dance Party
Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesKACCB’s fundraiser will include dance performances, open dance floor time, food, face painting, a photo booth and raffles. 5–9 p.m. $5. www.accgov.com/dirtydanceparty
As You Like It
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Classic City Shakespeare Company’s Summer Shakesfaire concludes with the classic play As You Like It. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.classiccityshakespeare.org
Rolf the Whatever
@local. Coffeehouse & Study Lounge 198 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). FREE! www.localonchurch.com
ROLF THE WHATEVER Harsh electronic dance music.
Artifice
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesIn this artsy farce, Maggie must sell her late husband’s artwork to avoid bankruptcy, but all does not go as planned. Aug. 25–26 & Sept. 1–2, 7 p.m. Aug. 27 & Sept. 3, 2 p.m. $9–16. www.bigtickets.com/events/elbert-theatre
Athens Westie Night
The Studio Athens 160 Tracy St. Unit 8, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin a beginner dance lesson for West Coast Swing at 7 p.m. before the floor opens up for social dancing. No experience or partner required. 7–10 p.m. $5–10. www.facebook.com/AthensSwingCentral
Telemarket, Wieuca, Nuclear Tourism, Karaoke
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $12. www.40watt.com
TELEMARKET Driving, angular indie-rock band from Athens. Album release show for Ad Nauseum!
WIEUCA Four-piece experimental outfit that fuses indie rock, psychedelia and trip hop. Reunion set!
NUCLEAR TOURISM Skate punks playing surfy, garage-infused songs.
KARAOKE Shadowy dream pop band from Atlanta.
Moon Taxi, The Stews
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $29.50. www.georgiatheatre.com
MOON TAXI Nashville-based alternative rock band with an indie twist.
THE STEWS Four-piece rock band from Alabama.
Nick Harley, Freeman Leverett, Liz Farrell
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesPrimordial Void Presents. 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
NICK HARLEY Alternative lo-fi garage rock artist with a mellow sound and lyrics exploring lighthearted angst.
FREEMAN LEVERETT Dreamy, hypnotic and danceable songs with thoughtful lyrics and cosmopolitan influences.
LIZ FERRELL Local singer-songwriter crafting beautiful songs.
Latin Night
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis social hosted by UGA Salsa Club and SALSAthens will feature a DJ spinning tunes with a salsa class before the dance floor opens. 8 p.m. (doors), 8:30 p.m. (class). $10. www.athenticbrewing.com
Swear Jar, Convince the Kid, Nix the Scientist
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
SWEAR JAR Local '90s inspired rock band exploring new horizons in punk, indie and alternative. EP release show!
CONVINCE THE KID Synth-rock four-piece from Athens.
NIX THE SCIENTIST Progressive rock trio based in Atlanta by way of Athens.
Free Yoga Weekend
Fuel Hot Yoga 398 Foundry Street, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin a variety of classes for all skill levels, with giveaways and store discounts. Registration required. 8 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.fuelhotyoga.com/free-yoga-weekend
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Rabbit Hole Sunday Market
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesSmall businesses, artists, farmers, musicians and creative entrepreneurs will be showcased. A drumming and song circle will be held for the last three hours. Every Sunday, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.rabbitholdstudios.org/markets
Mai Kai 2 Year Anniversary
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United States1–9 p.m. FREE! www.maikaikava.com
MAIKAI 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY Celebrate with food and art vendors, kava and kratom drinks, and performances by Cardynal, The Halogens, Big Magic, Mannequin Party, Jaycee2Exotic and Rulee2Exotic.
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesNew players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Artifice
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesIn this artsy farce, Maggie must sell her late husband’s artwork to avoid bankruptcy, but all does not go as planned. Aug. 25–26 & Sept. 1–2, 7 p.m. Aug. 27 & Sept. 3, 2 p.m. $9–16. www.bigtickets.com/events/elbert-theatre
Bad Dog Trivia
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Cuban Salsa
UGA Memorial Hall 101 Sanford Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin UGA Salsa Club for lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Sundays, 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.ugasalsaclub.com
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Monday Funday
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for songs, fingerplays, storytelling and STEAM activities. Ages 3–7 years. Registration suggested. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Monday Marigold Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesThe market features fresh produce, preserves, snacks and meat with a lunch special available (until 2 p.m.). 11 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/marigoldmarketwinterville
Gentle Hatha Yoga
Athens Community Council on Aging 135 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesMcKenzie Raymond from Feel Free Yoga leads this class. All skill levels welcome. Mondays, 1–2 p.m. $5 (CAL members), $10 (non-members). [email protected]
Top Secret Movie Marathon
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome early, stay late—movie screenings all night. 4 p.m.–2 a.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Monday Trivia with Erin
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Erin. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Classic City Trivia
Dooley's Bar and Grill 259 E Broad St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Zookraught, Beer Piss
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $12. www.georgiatheatre.com
ZOOKRAUGHT Dance punk trio out of Seattle.
BEER PISS Athens hardcore punk group.
