Venkman's | 740 Ralph McGill Blvd.

Rock-Tober! Chick Rock: Flannel Nation + You Oughta Know
2019-10-04 21:30 (America/New_York)
It’s ROCK-TOBER and the chicks are taking over!
Join us on October 4th for a night of all things chick rock! 2 female fronted bands, Flannel Nation and You Oughta Know, join forces to bring you a full evening of your favorite 90s tunes! You’re not going to want to miss this one. So gather your friends, dig those old 90s outfits out of your closet and plan to be there!
You Oughta Know is a high energy chick rock/alternative tribute band playing all your favorite hits from the 90s that you remember and ones you loved and forgot about! Lead by 2 rockin’ redheads, this band keeps you on your toes by mixing it up with sing-along 90’s anthems and then diving into headbanging, grungy rock. A definite trip down memory lane for those who lived it and an equally good time for those that didn’t!
Flannel Nation is a female fronted 90’s Grunge/Alt Rock Tribute band from Atlanta, GA rocking your favorite songs from the best genre of angry, outspoken, rebellious and sweaty rock n’ roll music. The 5 piece has the contagious energy to make you want to bang your head and sing along. The band started in 2017 and has quickly broken through the local music scene playing at venues, and festivals, and private parties in the Atlanta area. They give 110% to entertain their loyal fans, “rage babes”, and friends who seem to pack out their shows every time.

Ticketing and 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 8:00 pm and keep it for a 10:00 pm 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 12-20 guests. For more info contact info@venkmans.com

Free Early Show: Dave Matthews Acoustic by These Crowded Streets
2019-10-04 18:30
Dustin Cottrell and Cameron Allen perform as a duo and with 5 piece band, specializing in Dave Matthews as well as other great bands from the 90’s.
This is a FREE event. Tickets are not required for FREE events, but reservations are highly encouraged. See Venkmans.com (RESERVE) or by calling 470.225.6162

Timeless ATL at Venkman's
2019-10-03 20:00
Atlanta’s Premier Curated Open-Mic Experience. Hosted by Majeste and curated by Atlanta’s own Brandon Thomas, guitarist for Leon Bridges. A night of live performances from Atlanta’s best-rising artists backed by an incredible house band.
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Please note: Communal seating is in the bar area at a high-top table and will be seated first come, first serve as ticket holders for these seats arrive.
General Admission will be standing room only once all bar seats are occupied at our main bar or kitchen bar.
Additional reservations are not required if a table, booth or banquette have been purchased via Big Tickets.

PleaseRock presents (Not Annoying) Trivia
2019-10-02 20:00, 2019-09-25 20:00, 2019-09-18 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.

Taco Wednesday!
2019-10-02 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!

Venkman's presents Joe Gransden’s Jazz Jam
2019-10-01 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!

A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
2019-09-29 19:00
A Night of Joni Mitchell with the Laura Coyle & Trey Wright Quintet
Celebrate the music of Joni Mitchell with the Laura Coyle and Trey Wright Quintet performing Joni’s hits “Woodstock”, “Big Yellow Taxi”, and “Carey” along with selections from her classic 1970’s albums Blue, Hejira, and The Hissing of Summer Lawns. Visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PwTkV8zXRU to hear the quintet’s arrangement of Joni Mitchell’s “The Hissing of Summer Lawns” off Trey’s recent Blue Canoe Records release Begin Again.
Over the past decade, vocalist Laura Coyle and guitarist Trey Wright have established themselves as first-call musicians on the the Atlanta jazz scene. In 2017 they began their duo project, and have since performed at the Athens Jazz Festival, the Roswell Arts Festival, Morgan Hall at Kennesaw State University, Agnes Scott College, the Red Light Café, Venkman’s, Hendershots in Athens, Churchill Grounds Jazz Sessions at Mason Tavern, and the Columbus Jazz Society concert series at The Loft. For this tribute to Joni Mitchell, the duo will be joined by saxophonist Mace Hibbard (of Lyle Lovett’s Large Band), bassist Robert Dickson, and drummer Justin Chesarek (Professor of Jazz Percussion at KSU).
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Please note: Communal seating is in the bar area at a high-top table and will be seated first come, first serve as ticket holders for these seats arrive.
General Admission will be standing room only once all bar seats are occupied at our main bar or kitchen bar.
Additional reservations are not required if a table, booth or banquette have been purchased via Big 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 w/ Trio Deluxe
2019-09-29 12:00
TRIO DELUXE – smoky American Songbook standards and hot virtuosity from some of the best Athens/Atlanta musicians around: Andrea DeMarcus (Cicada Rhythm), Dan Coy (Bonaventure Quartet), and John Norris (lots of Athens bands).
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.

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

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!

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.

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)

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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!

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)

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!

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

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)

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)
