This is a listing of coffeehouses held in and around the Atlanta area. Coffeehouses are held once a month unless otherwise noted. We list details on scheduled performers in our monthly newsletter. Please check with individual locations for information about start times, performers, admission and other details related to specific events.
Acoustics at Oak’s End - Check website for scheduled artists.
We are a dedicated, 50+ seat, Folk Alliance International-licensed, sound and light-equipped performance hall in the Smyrna/Vinings area in NW Atlanta, made available by the owners as patrons of the arts. The residential venue features live performances most months of the year solely for the benefit and convenience of well-regarded acoustic performers and appreciative listeners. House concerts are a long-established means of expanding the opportunities to experience and enjoy live music.
At Acoustics at Oak’s End, no tickets are sold; admission is by RSVP invitation. Call or email Gregg or Shirley Averett to reserve seats and for directions. Email ghaverett@charter.net Phone 770-971-6696. $15-$20 per person is the suggested donation and goes entirely to the performers. Street parking, please, at end or on the LEFT side only. Bring warm socks or slippers and plan to leave shoes outside (carpeted). Handicap access/parking by pre- arrangement. BYOB. Basic refreshments provided and shared snacks welcome; pot luck party atmosphere is the rule. Buffet/warming tray counter and full kitchen facilities available. Details: www.cruisewomen.com/acousticsatoaksend.htm
Atlanta Songwriters Showcase Series - every Thursday - Saturday
The Atlanta Songwriters Showcase Series is a regular performance event for all types of music, held each Saturday night from 8:00pm - 12 midnight at Kavarna in the historic Oakhurst area of Decatur, Georgia. They feature folk, blues, electronic, jazz, rock, instrumental, Americana, and spoken word. 707 East Lake Drive Decatur, GA 30330, across from Universal Joint and Mojo Pizza. See www.myspace.com/instantkavarna and www.myspace.com/atlsongwriters or call 404-371-1113.
Bowman House Concert Series - $20 suggested donation, all proceeds to performers. Doors open at 7:00pm. BYOB and bring a dish to share. Reservations required. MySpace or FaceBook or call Art Bowman at 770-979-1314 or email bowmanhouseconcerts@gmail.com.
Catacombs Coffeehouse- 2nd Thursdays at 7:30pm
Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church, 5100 South Old Peachtree Road, Norcross GA 30092. Music begins at 8:00pm. www.mtcarmel-umc.org/catacombs.html or call 770-449-4498 or email fyllg2000@yahoo.com.
Chocolate Perks 3160 Main Street, Duluth, GA 30096. This is a bistro that features musical performances on weekends.
Fiddler's Green Coffeehouse - 3rd Saturdays. This is an Atlanta Area Friends of Folk Music sponsored event. See Events tab for details.
Hungry Ear Coffeehouse - 1st Saturday at 7:00pm
Northwest Unitarian Congregation, 1025 Mt. Vernon Highway, NW, Sandy Springs. Call 770-955-1408 for directions. Music starts at 7:00 pm. $5 donation is requested. For booking information, call 678-503-0991 or email hungryearcoffeehouse@gmail.com.
Kaiteur Coffeehouse - 1573 GA Highway 20, Conyers, GA. Information: 770-483-9677, or see www.kaiteurcoffeehouse.com.
Lena's Place - 2nd Saturday each month. Doors open at 7:30pm, music begins at 8:00.
Central Congregational Church, 2676 Clairmont Road, Atlanta. 8:30-10:30 pm; doors open at 8:00. $5 donation requested; proceeds to local charities. Smoke-free. Wheelchair accessible. Info: 404-633-4505, or see www.lenasplacecoffeehouse.com.
Contact us at membership@aaffm.org if you know of other events that should be included here. Thanks!