FREE! End of Summer Jam with Wet Jeans
2019-09-13 21:30 (America/New_York)
With a pleasantly eclectic background and a mutual love for music, Wet Jeans has quite the innovative yet powerful sound for a band consisting of just three members. The band was formed accidentally in 2013 when Caleb Little (lead vocals/guitar) thought his acoustic performance would be lot less boring with a rhythm section. He was not wrong. An invitation to the stage was sent to Neal Colledge (bass/vocals) and Brian Hekman (drums/vocals) whom, before that night, had never met.
The three men had such a great time performing together and not being boring that they decided right there on that very stage in the small town of Canton, GA that their quest of aural endeavors was only beginning. Their collective love for pop-turned-rock cover songs and influence from the sounds of 90’s rock and Motown with dashes of classic blues and pop led the trio into writing their own material as well. And with the amalgamation of meaningful lyrics, catchy melodies, and driving rhythms of their originals blended with high-energy performances of their guilty-pleasure, mega-fun covers, Wet Jeans dares you to not have a good time.
RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (RESERVE)

Puppet Brunch! The Pied Picker
2019-09-14 11:00
With his banjo and a song in tote, Picker Pete sets off seeking fame and fortune in the big city of Hamlin. Along his travels, he encounters some familiar fairy tale characters who are also on journeys of their own, including Henny Penny and a hard-working ant. When Pete finally arrives in Hamlin, he discovers the town has been overtaken by an influx of roaches. Will Pete restore the town to its residents by getting rid of its pests? Will Pete find the fame and fortune he seeks? Find out the answers to these questions in this new offering from All Hands Productions.
Recipient of a 2017 Jim Henson Foundation Family Grant, “The Pied Picker” features original moving- mouth and rod puppets designed and constructed by puppeteer David Stephens. This production also features Stephens’ talents as a banjo player and songwriter. Lots of humor and fun featuring Stephens’ signature fractured fairy tale style of storytelling in this forty-five minute show for audiences of all ages.
TICKETING/RESERVATION INFO: Your ticket serves as your brunch reservation. Tickets are required for every man, woman, and child. Additional arrangements are not required once tickets are purchased. If you have any seating requests please make sure to contact us for availability at least 48 hours in advance.

Bottomless Mimosa Brunch with Battlefield Collective
2019-09-14 12:30
Battlefield Collective is the combined musical talents and efforts of Stephanie Caron and Evan Hart. A unique blend of bluegrass, Americana, roots, and rockabilly give the group an unmistakable and unique sound that is as full of energy as it is passion.
Touring the southeast, Battlefield Collective performs original material as well as their own arrangements of cover songs selected from top hits from the past sixty years. Energy and creativity set Battlefield Collective apart from the other bands, as well as their ability to be flexible and versatile.
Stephanie and Evan perform as a duo, but also frequently hire local musicians to create a fuller sound to match the needs for any venue or private event.
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (RESERVE), or by calling 470-225-6162.

FREE: Wilco Acoustic Tribute with The Coonhounds
2019-09-14 18:30
Join us at the V for an acoustic tribute to Wilco, performed by The Coonhounds.
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (RESERVE)

Yacht Rock Schooner at Venkman's
2019-09-14 21:30
The Yacht Rock Schooner throws the smoothest dance party on the high seas, taking you and your guests on a journey to a time when good-times music had heart and musical integrity.
The 8-man Schooner specializes in the smooth sounds of the late ’70s and early ’80s. It’s a party that spans generations, and the band is comprised of some of Atlanta’s top players with a dual keyboard setup, multiple ace vocalists and (of course) a sax man.
If you’re a big fan of Hall & Oates, Steely Dan, Kenny Loggins, and Michael McDonald, this is the band for you.
Purchasing a General Admission ticket does not guarantee a seat/table and will be STANDING ROOM ONLY
Additional reservations are not required if a table, booth, or banquette has been purchased via Big Tickets.
PLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For example, you cannot reserve a table at 7:00 pm and keep it for a 9:30pm show. The only way to guarantee a seat for the show is to purchase booth or banquette tickets.
Reservations for the Captain’s Room (private dining room) can be reserved for parties of 12-24 guests. For more info contact info@venkmans.com

Bottomless Mimosa Brunch with Matthew Kaminski Trio
2019-09-15 12:00
Featuring Ben Bailey on drums and Dave Frackenpohl on guitar.
Born in Chicago, IL, Matthew Kaminski has been playing the Hammond Organ since he was five years old. Studying under Chicago jazz pianist Gordon James in his teens, Matthew was accepted into the University of Arizona’s jazz studies department as a jazz pianist. There, he studied jazz with Dr. Jeffrey Haskell and Mike Eckroth, and played in the jazz ensemble and combos as well as studying classical piano with Dr. Suzanne Knosp. Matthew also attended master classes by Wynton Marsalis and Kitty Margolis, and performed with vibraphonists/marimba musicians Dave Samuels and Dave Friedman.
Matthew has a passion for jazz organ playing and has studied with Hammond B3 masters Ike Stubblefield, Tony Monaco, and Scott Giddens, as well a sharing the stage with fellow organists Pat Bianchi, Linda Dachtyl, Wil Blades, Todd Hildreth and guitarist Grant Green Jr. Additionally, Matthew has been a full time piano teacher since 2001 and currently teaches at The North Fulton School of Music’s Atlanta locations, Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, and has taught at the college level for Georgia Tech in Atlanta, GA. Matthew continues to perform regularly in the Atlanta, GA metro area on three instruments: the Hammond organ, piano, and accordion.
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)

Kids Eat Free!
2019-09-17 17:30, 2019-09-24 17:30

Venkman's presents Joe Gransden’s Jazz Jam
2019-09-17 20:00, 2019-09-24 20:00
THIS IS A FREE EVENT. Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”), or by calling 470-225-6162.
Venkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free!
Venkman’s features half-price bottles of wine on Tuesdays!

Taco Wednesday!
2019-09-18 17:30, 2019-09-25 17:30
“They’re backkkk! That’s right we’re bringing back our weekly taco special. EVERY WEDNESDAY from 5:30-8pm, come by and get a plate of 3 tacos for just $9!! Each week we’ll have something new and exciting for your tastebuds. See youy at the V!

PleaseRock presents (Not Annoying) Trivia
2019-09-18 20:00, 2019-09-25 20:00
THIS IS A FREE EVENT. Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”), or by calling 470-225-6162.
(Not Annoying) Trivia brings you everything you love about trivia – mind-bending questions, group camaraderie, great music, food and drink specials, prizes – without the one thing you don’t – annoying DJ chatter! Hosted by DJ Quasi Mandisco of Clermont Lounge fame with his trusty overhead projector, this uniquely Venkman’s take on trivia will get your competitive spirit racing without getting your blood boiling by hearing “Get those answers in” for the 500th time.
Sign-ups and music kick off at 7:30pm, with competition rocking at 8:00pm every Wednesday.

FREE SHOW: The Landing Party! Acoustic Yacht Rock with members of Yacht Rock Schooner
2019-09-19 20:00
The smoothest hits from the 70’s and 80’s without those pesky drums! Hits from the Bee Gees, America, Marvin Gaye, Hall & Oates, Michael McDonald and more!! Featuring Ganesh Giri Jaya, Douglas Busbee and Matt Reed.
This is a FREE event. FREE events do not require tickets but dinner reservations are encouraged! See Venkmans.com (RESERVE)

The Keys of A & B: A tribute to Alicia Keys, Beyonce, Brandy, and more!
2019-09-20 18:30
Join us for an evening of 2000s R&B pop as we celebrate the music of Alicia Keys, Brandy, Beyonce, and more, played by Joy Warren.
This is a FREE event. FREE events do not require tickets, but dinner reservations are highly encouraged. Venkmans.com(RESERVE)

Friday Jr. at Venkman's
2019-09-20 21:30
A lovely blend of vocals, piano, viola and heart, this unique cover band formed to participate in Drew Parents Got Talent, a school PTA fundraiser at Eddie’s Attic last May. Kai, Darlene and Jenny were so well-received they have performed at several more events since then, including 3 more times at Eddie’s Attic, Oakhurst’s Porchfest, The Good Gracious Variety Show and Kirkyard Pub. Their combination of intricate arrangements, vocal harmonies, musicianship and fun makes them special, and they are truly enjoying this new musical journey. They are very excited and honored to play at Venkman’s together for the first time!
Kai Martin has been singing and writing since she was little, heavily influenced by her parents and classic musicians like Stevie Wonder, Donny Hathaway and Roberta Flack. She has performed in school choirs and various cover bands, and has been a featured house music vocalist on projects with Solu Music and Ananda Project. She had the distinct honor of performing with ATL Collective at Venkman’s last September, and enjoys regular “guest appearances” at Ms. Miller’s #IheARTandSOUL shows at Kat’s Cafe. Kai’s debut solo EP ‘All My Life’ is available on CD and all digital platforms.
Darlene cut her teeth on piano stools and church pews in NE Mississippi, otherwise known as Elvis country. Her earliest influences were southern gospel quartets and country artists such as Merle Haggard, and she was later drawn toward the sounds of traditional and contemporary gospel, jazz, and blues. Despite holding a degree in piano and voice performance, she prefers to learn everything by ear. She is credited for playing piano on three albums, and is excited to play publicly again after many years away from music.
Jenny remembers well that fateful night at the Chinese restaurant in Lexington, South Carolina, when she consulted a fortune cookie for advice on whether to join the 5th grade band or orchestra. The cookie lied, but she made a solid choice, and her love of the viola stuck. Jenny played classical music dutifully until college, when she started venturing out into folk music and wearing really bad hippie clothes. Once she hit the Athens music scene, all bets were off, and she had a spectacular time deciphering a great many new and different things you can do with music, courtesy of playing with such cool cats as Flash to Bang Time, Audition with Max Reinhardt, and The Green Hornets. Friday JR is Jenny’s first gig where she gets to sing a lot.TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Purchasing a General Admission ticket does not guarantee a seat/table.
Additional reservations are not required if a table, booth or banquette have been purchased via Big Tickets.
PLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For example, it is unlikely to be able to reserve a table at 8:00pm and keep it for a 10:00pm show. The only way to guarantee a seat for the show is to purchase table, booth, or banquette tickets.
Bar area and patio seating is reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Reservations for the Captain’s Room (private dining room) can be reserved for parties of 12-24 guests. For more info please contact info@venkmans.com

Princess Brunch: Coco at Venkman's
2019-09-21 10:30
Despite his family’s generations-old ban on music, young Miguel dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol Ernesto de la Cruz. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead. FREE with RSVP at Venkmans.com (RESERVE) Bottomless mimosas available for purchase the adult kids!

Bottomless Mimosa Brunch w/ Lady & the Champ
2019-09-21 12:30
Lady and the Champ is an acoustic cover duo based in Atlanta, Georgia. Featuring female lead vocalist Renee’ Robinson, backed by lead guitarist Jose Rosales. Both members are local Georgia natives with diverse musical backgrounds. Renee’ has performed in several international groups in Australia, China, and New Zealand. Jose is a former bassist for regional and national touring bands Stonerider, and Fight Paris.
This is a FREE event. Tickets are not available for FREE events. To reserve seating please call 470.225.6162 or visit venkmans.com (RESERVE)

Acoustic Paul Simon by Michael Chesin
2019-09-21 18:30
This is a FREE event. Dinner reservations are available at Venkmans.com (RESERVE). Walk-ins always welcome!

New Sensation: INXS Tribute Band at Venkman's
2019-09-21 21:30
New Sensation, the American INXS Tribute band now brings back to Venkman’s on September 21st the full INXS Tribute concert plus unique cameo appearance tracks from the 80’s that are rarely heard live today. It’s the best of INXS plus the best of the 80’s – without the fluff. You’ll get the full INXS experience plus select songs from INXS friends Duran Duran, Gary Numan, The Fixx, Men at Work, and more. It’s the INXS Live Tribute (plus).
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
General Admission is standing room only.
Additional reservations are not required if a table, booth or banquette have been purchased via Big Tickets.
PLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For example, it is unlikely to be able to reserve a table at 8:00pm and keep it for a 10:00pm show. The only way to guarantee a seat for the show is to purchase table, booth, or banquette tickets.
Reservations for the Captain’s Room (private dining room) please contact info@venkmans.com

Bottomless Mimosa Brunch with Coley High Players
2019-09-22 12:00
The Coley High Trio features Jim Coley on upright bass and vocals, Slappy on guitar and vocals, and Tony James on percussion. Coley High Trio features a rotating cast of guest musicians as well. They are versatile and veteran musicians, comprised of members of local Atlanta funk/soul favorites Entropy and Heavy Chevy. CHT plays a wide variety of acoustic music for all occasions. Soul, Jazz, Hip Hop, Reggae, Blues, Funk, you name it – we got it.
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”), or by calling 470-225-6162.

3rd Annual Chris Cornell Memorial Show and Benefit for Nuci's Space
2019-09-22 19:00
Please join us on Sunday, September 22nd, 2019 for a night full of music, love and remembrance! If you have attended in the past, you know that typically the whole night has been strictly music written and performed by Chris Cornell. This year, the format is changing a bit. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the release of Chris’ solo album, Euphoria Mourning, various musicians will be joining together and performing this album in its entirety! But, this year we will be incorporating and paying tribute to other artists/bands that have been affected by mental illness. What will not be changing is that EVERY PENNY made by ticket sales, raffle, donations, etc will be given to Nuci’s Space in Athens, Ga. ( please take a moment and familiarize yourself with this cause www.nuci.org). Come raise awareness, rock out to some of our favorite music and spread your love and light around! Join us!
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Purchasing a General Admission ticket does not guarantee a seat/table and may be standing room only.
Additional reservations are not required if table, booth, or banquette tickets have been purchased via Big Tickets.
PLEASE NOTE: Doors are at 6 PM for this show. If seating is purchased, you will receive a text message suggesting an arrival time but may arrive at any time after 6 PM regardless of the assigned time. Our kitchen will be open during the majority of the show.

FREE FAMILY SHOW: Alyssa Olson & Peter Olson (of Yacht Rock Revue)
2019-09-26 18:00
Bring the whole family out for an acoustic set that’s cool with the parents, and cool with the kids. From Whitney to Moana, and The Beatles to Trolls, come sing along!
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”), or by calling 470-225-6162.

FREE: Girls Just Wanna Dance with Somebody (Ladies of the 80s/80s)
2019-09-26 20:00
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”), or by calling 470-225-6162.

Shooter Jennings
2019-09-27 20:30 - 23:30
Shooter Jennings is returning to Venkman’s on September 27th! Tickets were SOLD OUT last time, so be sure not to sleep on it and get yours now!
For nearly two decades, headliner Shooter Jennings has defied expectation while constantly expanding the parameters of country, rock ‘n’ roll, and beyond. The scion of American music royalty, he has affirmed his own place in histories still to come as a truly limitless artist whose ambitious experimentation spans myriad genres and creative platforms, from releasing seven solo LPs, countless EPs, and founding his own label and multimedia outlet, Black Country Rock, to hosting his “Shooter Jennings’ Electric Rodeo” on Sirius XM’s Outlaw Country channel, producing music by Jamey Johnson, Wanda Jackson, and his mom, Jessi Colter, and the creation of acclaimed BBS Door games (available via his own BCRGames.com).
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Purchasing a General Admission ticket does not guarantee a seat/table.
Additional reservations are not required if booth, table, or banquette tickets have been purchased via Big Tickets.
PLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For example, you CANNOT reserve a table at 7:00 pm and keep it for a 9:00 pm show. The only way to guarantee a seat for the show is to purchase a table, booth, or banquette ticket.
Reservations for the Captain’s Room (private dining room) can be reserved for parties of 12-24 guests. For more info please contact info@venkmans.com

Princess Brunch: Shrek!
2019-09-28 10:30
Join us for a brunch event fit for an ogre! Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek (Mike Myers) whose precious solitude is suddenly shattered by an invasion of annoying fairy tale characters. They were all banished from their kingdom by the evil Lord Farquaad (John Lithgow). Determined to save their home — not to mention his — Shrek cuts a deal with Farquaad and sets out to rescue Princess Fiona (Cameron Diaz) to be Farquaad’s bride. Rescuing the Princess may be small compared to her deep, dark secret. Free with RSVP. Advance reservations are encouraged for this event. Bottomless mimosas available for purchase for the adult kids!
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (RESERVE)

Bottomless Mimosa Brunch w/ Sailing To Denver
2019-09-28 12:30
Sailing to Denver is a unique Americana/Roots-Rock band from Atlanta Georgia that have been recording since 2011. This group of harmonious friends have spent the last few years fostering a sound and live show at local and regional festivals and are known to feature amazing local musicians from all over the South East. Along with original songs the band is known to perform B side covers that everyone forgot they loved.
RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”), or by calling 470-225-6162.

Saturday Dead Reckoning w/ members of Webster
2019-09-28 18:00 - 19:45
In the fall of 1980, the Grateful Dead played a series of shows at the Warfield Theater in San Francisco and Radio City Music Hall in New York City (venues considerably smaller than they had grown accustomed to). The group opened these special concerts with a super tasty acoustic set with the band playing stripped-down instrumentation and at lower volumes.. with Jerry Garcia and Bob Weir demonstrating their deep musical connection through their acoustic guitars. These shows became the classic live album Reckoning.
Members of Atlanta’s long-running, classic jam band- WEBSTER offer a free dinner show in the spirit of those famous ‘Reckoning’ shows. The instruments are acoustic, the spirit will be electric.
Webster Bio
Webster’s music enjoys wide appeal. It is a free form style. No song is played the same way twice. The jam band showcases a variety of rock, bluegrass, country, blues, reggae, and R&B. Webster constantly explores new musical journeys.. bringing the fun, going for that deep show experience live music lovers seek.
Webster has performed at numerous venues throughout Atlanta including Candler Park Music & Food Festival, Inman Park Festival, Smith’s Olde Bar, Sweetwater Brewery, Lake Claire Land Trust.. and many others. Webster has shared the stage with amazing national and regional touring acts. Webster is a staple of the many local Grateful Dead, Jerry Garcia and Jam oriented events. Webster’s ever-evolving song list includes jammy versions from the Classic Vinyl-era to rave-up treatments of current favorites. If its good, Webster will jam it. Neil Young, The Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Van Morrison, Phish, REM, Dire Straits, Johnny Cash, and Railroad Earth. Get on the bus and let the good times roll.
The community vibe around Webster is a big part of the deal.. folks who live for live music see Webster shows as THE local place to commune with each other and the music they love. You will meet friends at a Webster show.. old and new.

Tickets are not needed for FREE shows. Dinner reservations encouraged at Venkmans.com or by emailing info@venkmans.com. Walkins always welcome!

The REMakes - A Tribute to the Early Catalogue of R.E.M.
2019-09-28 21:30
Atlanta R.E.M. tribute band the REMakes knows that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. That’s the reason their covers of songs from R.E.M.’s early catalog (ranging from Chronic Town to Monster) are authentic and true to the original recordings. Playing the band’s biggest hits as well as deep album tracks, the REMakes take their audience on a musical ride back to 1980s’ Athens, Ga.
Lead singer and guitar player Geoff Melkonian and bass player and backing vocalist Jeff Rosenberg have been playing together since they were 14 and R.E.M. was still an underground band. Melkonian and drummer Webb Vandiver began jamming when they were in their early 20s. Out of a love and passion for the music they grew up with, the three musicians came together in 2009 as the REMakes.
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Purchasing a General Admission ticket does not guarantee a seat/table and will be STANDING ROOM ONLY
Additional reservations are not required if a table, booth, or banquette has been purchased via Big Tickets.
PLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For example, you cannot reserve a table at 8:00pm and keep it for a 10:00pm show. The only way to guarantee a seat for the show is to purchase booth or banquette tickets.
Reservations for the Captain’s Room (private dining room) can be reserved for parties of 12-24 guests. For more info contact info@venkmans.com
