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Children can dance the night away at Avalon Nights outdoor music series. Photo courtesy of Avalon
Children can dance the night away at Avalon Nights outdoor music series. Photo courtesy of Avalon
6/9/23 - By Elsa Simcik

When parents need activities that are fun and easy this summer, free concerts are music to our ears. Atlanta is full of these free concerts and music festivals during summer—families pack up a few tailgate chairs, blankets, snacks and drinks, and head to a nearby greenspace to hear live music and let kids run loose. We've rounded up the best outdoor summer concerts and music festivals all over Atlanta, from Duluth to intown and everywhere in between. And the best part? Every Atlanta event on our list is FREE! Most of these summer concerts happen after sundown so families won't be sweating to the oldies. 

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Enjoy the vibes at Music on the Hill -- a free summer concert in Roswell. Photo courtesy of the City of Roswell
Enjoy the vibes at Music on the Hill -- a free summer concert in Roswell. Photo courtesy of the City of Roswell

Free Summer Concerts and Music Festivals for Atlanta Families

Groovin' on the Green at Halcyon

Alpharetta - Fridays and Saturdays, March 24-October 28, 2023
Visitors to Halcyon enjoy live music from local musicians every Friday and Saturday night, March 24 -September 2.  READ MORE

Avalon Nights Live

Alpharetta - Fridays, April 7-October 20, 2023
Families can gather in the Plaza (green space in front of Regal Cinemas) every Friday from April to October for music and dancing.  READ MORE

Alive in Roswell

Roswell - Third Thursday of the month, April-October 2023
Every third Thursday from April-October, visitors hit downtown Roswell for food, music and kids' activities. The event takes place along Canton Street (which is closed to cars for the night).  READ MORE

Home by Dark Concerts at Brooke Street Park

Alpharetta - Monthly, April-September 2023
Families gather at Brooke Street Park in downtown Alpharetta once a month for live concerts and storytelling.  READ MORE

Kennesaw First Friday Concert Series

Kennesaw - First Friday of the month, May-October 2023 (excluding July)
On the first Friday of each month, May-October (except for July), residents are invited to stroll historic downtown Kennesaw and enjoy live music.  READ MORE

Downtown Canton First Fridays

Canton - First Friday of the month, May-October 2023
Every first Friday of the month, between May-October, residents gather for a block party in downtown Canton. The kids love the inflatable slides, face painting, rock wall, and balloon artist.  READ MORE

Concert Series at Newtown Park

Johns Creek - Monthly, May-September 2023
Families flock to Newtown Park for monthly concerts May-October. Visitors bring blankets and chairs and can purchase food from food trucks. Gates open at 6:00pm; music starts at 7:00pm.  READ MORE

Concerts by the Springs

Sandy Springs - Monthly, May-September 2023
Families bring blankets, chairs and picnics to the monthly outdoor concerts at Heritage Amphitheatre at City Springs. Visitors can also opt to purchase refreshments from local food trucks.  READ MORE

Riverside Sounds

Roswell - Fourth Saturday of the month, May-October 2023
Visitors bring blankets and chairs to Roswell's Riverside Park along the Chattahoochee for free concerts the fourth Saturday of each month, April - September. Families enjoy music, food (their own or from a food truck), and the nearby playgrounds.  READ MORE

Norcross Summer Concert Series

Norcross - Every other Friday, May 26 - September 1, 2023
Parents and kids can dance and sing all summer long at Thrasher Park with the city's summer concert series. The bands featured are all upbeat and family-friendly. Bring a picnic or purchase from local restaurants.  READ MORE

Fridays-N-Duluth

Duluth - Fridays, May 26-July 28, 2023
Come to downtown Duluth on Fridays, May- July, for delicious food trucks boasting exotic flavors. Besides the food, kids and parents can also enjoy live entertainment. Select Fridays are Flicks on the Bricks with free kid movies.  READ MORE

Peachtree Corners Summer Concert Series

Peachtree Corners - Last Saturday of the month, May-October 2023
The free concerts on Peachtree Corners Summer Concert series are popular among residents. Families head to Peachtree Corners Town Green on the last Saturday of May-October for this fun, free event.  READ MORE

Chamblee Summer Concert Series

Chamblee - June 2, July 4, August 4, 2023
The Chamblee Summer Concert Series, also known as Chamblee Rocks, is a popular summertime event for familes featuring live music and food trucks. The 4th of July event features fireworks.  READ MORE

Woodstock Summer Concert Series

Woodstock - June 10, July 8, August 12, September 9, 2023
Music lovers flock to the Cherokee Amphitheater for Woodstock's annual summer concert series. Families enjoy familiar favorites like Rick Springfield as well as tribute bands.  READ MORE

Groovin’ on the Green in Dunwoody

Dunwoody - Second Saturday of the month, June - October 2023
Families are invited to Dunwoody's Groovin' on the Green, on the second Saturday of each month, June - October. Guests are encouraged to walk or ride bikes to the concerts and bring their own picnics or pick up dinner from a featured food truck. Dogs (on a leash!) are also welcome.   READ MORE

Live in the DTL (Downtown Lawrenceville) Concert Series

Lawrenceville - June 16, June 30, August 25, September 22, October 13, 2023
Visitors to the Lawrenceville Lawn get to see the newly added amphitheater and enjoy tribute bands each month, from May to September.  READ MORE

Sandy Springs City Green Live

Sandy Springs - June 18, July 28, August 18, October 13, 2023
The free concert series features a different headliner each time along with an opening musical act. Families can purchase food and drinks at the event and kids can run around in the green space. Tables available for purchase. Event starts at 6pm and concert starts at 7:30.  READ MORE

Music on the Hill

Roswell - Second Friday of the month, June-September 2023
Parents and kids head outdoors for an evening of music at Roswell's free Music on the Hill concert series, occuring the second Friday of each month, June-September.  READ MORE

Pigs and Peaches BBQ Festival

Kennesaw - August 18 & 19, 2023
Families attend the Pigs and Peaches BBQ Festival in Kennesaw for music, a kids' zone and of course, yummy barbecue.  READ MORE

Piedmont Park Arts Festival

Midtown - August 19 & 20, 2023
At this annual event in one of Atlanta's favorite parks, visitors peruse hundreds of paintings, photographs, sculptures, glass art and jewelry. Kids like the children's play area, acoustic music and food trucks.  READ MORE

Summer Shade Festival

Grant Park - August 26 & 27, 2023
Atlanta residents flock to Grant Park on the last weekend of August to say goodbye to summer. The festival benefits the Grant Park Conservancy and includes art, music, food and a kids' zone. Residents can also run in the 5K race prior to the festival.    READ MORE

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