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As Summer 2019 approaches, so do countless concerts and shows happening right in Atlanta. From musical throwbacks to up-and-coming artists, punk rock to country music, and small concerts to huge festivals, a wide variety of music is available to concert-goers this summer.
“This summer is full of amazing concerts for every type of music, and I’m so excited to get to see my favorite artist, Ariana Grande, perform,” Kali Terza, sophomore, said.
This year, most concerts and festivals are being held in the new Coca Cola Roxy Theatre, State Farm Arena, Cellairis Ampitheatre, Sun Trust Park, Chastain, Infinite Energy, in parks around the ATL, and more. Some people will attend a specific concert solely for location purposes.
“I would really enjoy attending a music festival in Atlanta this summer because I think outdoor concerts are so much fun,” Alec Blanchard, junior, said.
Some of the concerts being held this summer are:
- Blackbear, June 1, Coca-Cola Roxy
- LANY, June 2, Coca- Cola Roxy
- Ariana Grande, June 8, State Farm Arena
- Old Dominion, June 8, Columbus Civic Center
- Dierks Bentley, June 14, Atlanta Botanical Gardens
- Billie Eilish, June 23, Cadence Bank Amphitheatre
- Luke Combs, July 12, Ameris Bank Ampitheatre
- Jennifer Lopez, July 22, State Farm Arena
- Nelly, TLC, and Flo Rida, July 24, Cellairis Ampitheatre
- Luke Bryan, July 26, Cellairis Ampitheatre
- Carly Rae Jepson, July 28, Tabernacle
- Shawn Mendes, July 31, State Farm Arena
- Thomas Rhett, Aug 10, Cellairis Ampitheatre
- Russel Dickerson, Aug 10, Cellairis Ampitheatre
- John Mayer, Aug 11, State Farm Arena
- Khalid, Aug 14, State Farm Arena
- Backstreet Boys, Aug 21, Ameris Bank Ampitheatre
- Florida Georgia Line & Morgan Wallen, Aug 31, Cellairis Ampitheatre
“I’m really excited about all the artists coming to Atlanta this summer. I plan on going to many concerts and having a lot of fun,” Lindsey Chenault, senior, said.
Coachella in Palm Springs, California, was the festival that really kicked off the start of the summer concerts. Most festivals are outdoor venues due to the access of food and shopping throughout the day.
“My sister went to Coachella, and it seemed like such a cool experience,” Kat Kochansky, sophomore, said.
Some big festivals being held this summer are:
- Shaky Knees Music Festival, May 3, Central park
- Funk Fest Atlanta, May 19, Mable House Barnes Ampitheatre
- Atlanta Jazz Festival, May 25-26, Memorial Park
- Flashback Festival, Aug 31, Mable House Barnes Ampitheatre
- Music Midtown, September 14-15, Piedmont Park
“The lineup for each festival looks great, and I can’t wait to get tickets to one of them,” Sam Nash, sophomore, said.
Most tickets to festivals and concerts are available now on Ticketmaster, Seatgeek, Vividseats, and Stubhub. Get tickets now to have the opportunity to enjoy one of the best days of the summer.
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