Athens Events October 2026

Concerts, sports, comedy shows, Broadway performances, and live events across Athens, GA.

Updated: October 17, 2026

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Upcoming Confirmed Events 23
  • Oct
    17
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    POP / ROCK
    Weekend Event
    The Linda Lindas
    Georgia Theatre • 1000 seats
    Georgia Theatre
    location215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601, USlocation215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $16Avg Ticket Price: ~ $1819 tickets remaining!
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  • Oct
    20
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    POP / ROCK
    Ratboys
    40 Watt Club • 600 seats
    40 Watt Club
    location285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601, USlocation285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $42Avg Ticket Price: ~ $5620 tickets remaining!
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  • Oct
    20
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    The Music Man
    Classic Center Theatre
    Classic Center Theatre
    location300 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA 30601, USlocation300 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $33Avg Ticket Price: ~ $322Tickets Available: 83
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  • Oct
    21
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    The Music Man
    Classic Center Theatre
    Classic Center Theatre
    location300 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA 30601, USlocation300 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $39Avg Ticket Price: ~ $280Tickets Available: 121
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  • Oct
    22
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Thu
    COMEDY
    Shelly Belly
    Georgia Theatre • 1000 seats
    Georgia Theatre
    location215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601, USlocation215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $12Avg Ticket Price: ~ $62Tickets Available: 64
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  • Oct
    23
    2026
    7:05 PM
    Fri
    SPHL - Southern
    Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Macon Mayhem
    Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center
    Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center
    location300 N. Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601, USlocation300 N. Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $31Avg Ticket Price: ~ $65Tickets Available: 391
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  • Oct
    23
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    CLASSICAL
    Atlanta Symphony Orchestra: Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue
    Atlanta Symphony Orchestra: Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue
    Hodgson Concert Hall • 1100 seats
    Hodgson Concert Hall
    location230 River Road, Athens, GA 30605, USlocation230 River Road, Athens, GA 30605, US
    From $97Avg Ticket Price: ~ $1126 tickets remaining!
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  • Oct
    23
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    COUNTRY / FOLK
    Avery Anna
    Georgia Theatre • 1000 seats
    Georgia Theatre
    location215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601, USlocation215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $27Avg Ticket Price: ~ $3218 tickets remaining!
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  • Oct
    24
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    COUNTRY / FOLK
    Weekend Event
    Jon Pardi, Alexandra Kay & Sadie Bass
    Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center
    Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center
    location300 N. Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601, USlocation300 N. Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $81Avg Ticket Price: ~ $188Tickets Available: 384
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  • Oct
    24
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Sat
    COMEDY
    Weekend Event
    Jaboukie Young-White
    40 Watt Club • 600 seats
    40 Watt Club
    location285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601, USlocation285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $37Avg Ticket Price: ~ $434 tickets remaining!
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  • Oct
    24
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Sat
    POP / ROCK
    Weekend Event
    Sugar - Band
    Georgia Theatre • 1000 seats
    Georgia Theatre
    location215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601, USlocation215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $49Avg Ticket Price: ~ $6419 tickets remaining!
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  • Oct
    25
    2026
    3:00 PM
    Sun
    CLASSICAL
    Weekend Event
    Hilary Hahn
    Hodgson Concert Hall • 1100 seats
    Hodgson Concert Hall
    location230 River Road, Athens, GA 30605, USlocation230 River Road, Athens, GA 30605, US
    From $86Avg Ticket Price: ~ $999 tickets remaining!
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  • Oct
    25
    2026
    4:00 PM
    Sun
    College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY
    Weekend Event
    Georgia Bulldogs Hockey vs. Boston College Eagles Hockey
    Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center
    Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center
    location300 N. Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601, USlocation300 N. Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $13Avg Ticket Price: ~ $49Tickets Available: 151
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  • Oct
    25
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Sun
    FILM
    Weekend Event
    Frankenstein - Film
    Classic Center Theatre
    Classic Center Theatre
    location300 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA 30601, USlocation300 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $51Avg Ticket Price: ~ $77Tickets Available: 32
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  • Oct
    27
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    Concert
    The Rocky Horror Picture Show Live Shadow Cast
    40 Watt Club • 600 seats
    40 Watt Club
    location285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601, USlocation285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $35Avg Ticket Price: ~ $14214 tickets remaining!
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  • Oct
    28
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    Concert
    The Rocky Horror Picture Show Live Shadow Cast
    40 Watt Club • 600 seats
    40 Watt Club
    location285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601, USlocation285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $35Avg Ticket Price: ~ $14214 tickets remaining!
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  • Oct
    29
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY
    Best Value
    Georgia Bulldogs Hockey vs. Florida Gators Hockey
    Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center
    Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center
    location300 N. Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601, USlocation300 N. Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $10Avg Ticket Price: ~ $45Tickets Available: 154
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  • Oct
    29
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    COMEDY
    Fortune Feimster
    Georgia Theatre • 1000 seats
    Georgia Theatre
    location215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601, USlocation215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $67Avg Ticket Price: ~ $136Tickets Available: 31
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  • Oct
    29
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    ALTERNATIVE
    Tyler Nance
    40 Watt Club • 600 seats
    40 Watt Club
    location285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601, USlocation285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601, US
    From $12Avg Ticket Price: ~ $2421 tickets remaining!
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  • Oct
    29
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    JAZZ / BLUES
    Christian McBride & Ursa Major
    Hodgson Concert Hall • 1100 seats
    Hodgson Concert Hall
    location230 River Road, Athens, GA 30605, USlocation230 River Road, Athens, GA 30605, US
    From $66Avg Ticket Price: ~ $9513 tickets remaining!
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About Events in Athens During October 2026

October 2026 features concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment across Athens and nearby GA areas. Major arenas, theaters, clubs, and entertainment venues continue to update their schedules throughout the month.

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The Linda Lindas
The Linda Lindas
215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 12
Oct 17, 2026 7:00 PM
Ratboys
Ratboys
285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 4
Oct 20, 2026 7:00 PM
The Music Man
The Music Man
300 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 53
Oct 20, 2026 7:30 PM
Shelly Belly
Shelly Belly
215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 28
Oct 22, 2026 8:00 PM
Athens Rock Lobsters
Athens Rock Lobsters
300 N. Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 55
Oct 23, 2026 7:05 PM
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
230 River Road, Athens, GA 30605
Event Dates 81
Oct 23, 2026 7:30 PM
Avery Anna
Avery Anna
215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 33
Oct 23, 2026 8:00 PM
Jon Pardi
Jon Pardi
300 N. Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 17
Oct 24, 2026 7:00 PM
Jaboukie Young-White
Jaboukie Young-White
285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 4
Oct 24, 2026 8:00 PM
Sugar - Band
Sugar - Band
215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 6
Oct 24, 2026 8:00 PM
Hilary Hahn
Hilary Hahn
230 River Road, Athens, GA 30605
Event Dates 13
Oct 25, 2026 3:00 PM
Georgia Bulldogs Hockey
Georgia Bulldogs Hockey
300 N. Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 8
Oct 25, 2026 4:00 PM
Frankenstein - Film
Frankenstein - Film
300 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 1
Oct 25, 2026 6:30 PM
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Live Shadow Cast
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Live Shadow Cast
285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 13
Oct 27, 2026 7:00 PM
Tyler Nance
Tyler Nance
285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601
Event Dates 14
Oct 29, 2026 7:00 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Athens events, venues, schedules, and live entertainment.

What events are happening in Athens during October 2026?

Athens hosts concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment throughout October 2026.

Where can I find Athens events by date?

Use the monthly event calendar and date filters to browse concerts, sports events, comedy shows, and live performances happening across Athens.

Are concerts happening in Athens during October 2026?

Yes. Concert schedules include touring artists, arena shows, local performances, music festivals, and live entertainment events throughout Athens and nearby GA areas.

What are the top event venues in Athens?

Popular venues include arenas, theaters, comedy clubs, stadiums, music halls, and entertainment venues located across Athens and nearby areas.

Do event prices change during October 2026?

Yes. Event prices can change based on demand, seating location, performer popularity, venue size, and event date.

Are there weekend events in Athens?

Yes. Weekends are usually the busiest time for concerts, sports games, comedy shows, festivals, and major live entertainment events across Athens.

Event Categories in October

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sports events
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concerts
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broadway shows
2 Upcoming Events
live shows
5 Upcoming Events
comedy shows
3 Upcoming Events
All Events
22 Upcoming Events