Live music in Gainesville, GA

Historic Downtown Gainesville comes alive as the First Friday Concerts return to the square with a free summer performance by Smokey Jones & The 3 Dollar Pistols. Enjoy happy hour and shopping downtown, with live music setting the mood for an evening out. Bring chairs or blankets for comfortable seating, and pick up food and beverages from downtown businesses or vendors in the park. Expect an energetic show on the square with non-stop dancing. Hasty Pope is the Platinum Stage Series Sponsor this year. Parking is convenient, with all Gainesville parking decks free.

A dedicated performance honoring the music and spirit of Pearl Jam. Admission is open to attendees 14 years of age and older.

A full bill of live music featuring Necrofear, Soul of Suki, Dead Justice, and Unresponsive takes place at Blackstrap Rock Hall. All ages are welcome. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

Choose from three performances of a new tribute concert created by Emmy-nominated composer and performer Erik Grant Bennett. The show features Bennett alongside an eleven-piece band.

Catch metalcore and hardcore sounds with The Tarnished live at Blackstrap Rock Hall in Gainesville. Doors open with the show starting at 7:00 PM, with tickets available through Bandsintown and listed as on sale via Spotify’s ticketing partners.

The Rocket Man Show, a tribute to Elton John, comes to Gainesville for a two-night run at The Hall at Bourbon Brothers. It presents back-to-back evenings dedicated to his music.