Free Show: Allman Brothers Acoustic Tribute w/ Alex Gannon + Andrew Venet
2019-10-26 18:30 (America/New_York)
Local Atlanta guitarist Alex Gannon is joined by upright bassist Andrew Venet for an acoustic evening of Allman Brotherssongs.
The duo will be performing their acoustic rendition of selections from the jam band’s expansive album catalogue.
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.

Neon Queen: Alternative ABBA Experience w/ Mystery Casette
2019-10-26 21:30
Imagine a retro future full of bright lights, 80s synth beats, modern pop mashups, soaring female fronted vocals and the incredible songs of ABBA. The Neon Queen will take you there!
Our high-energy shows invite the audience to dance and sing along to some of the greatest pop songs of all time reinvented for a new age.
The Neon Queen are your alternative ABBA.
TNQ’s version of “Mamma Mia” is available on most digital services like Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Amazon Music and iTunes.
Mystery Cassette is an indie/alternative rock band from Atlanta consisting of Melissa Mason, Jorge Sandrini, Josh Bock, and Ed Behan. Their debut single I Just Wanna Walk Around With You was released on September 6th, a grooving jangle that tips its hat to a chance encounter Ms. Mason once had with Joey Ramone in a New York City restaurant.
The band’s style is a curious mash up of a Southern California songstress with a New Jersey rocker, an NYC Velvet Underground freak, and a hippie from Vermont. Their music is often compared to that of PJ Harvey, Pavement, and The Pretenders.
The band is currently recording an aggressive series of singles that will be released throughout the coming year.
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Purchasing a General Admission ticket does not guarantee a seat/table.
Additional reservations are not required if a booth, table, or banquette has been purchased via Ticketfly.
PLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For instance, reserving a table at 8:00pm and keeping it for a 10:00pm show is unlikely. 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) can be reserved for parties of 10-24 guests. For more info contact info@venkmans.com

Bottomless Mimosa Brunch with Matthew Kaminski Trio
2019-10-27 12:00, 2019-11-03 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”)

Venkman's presents Joe Gransden’s Jazz Jam
2019-10-29 20:00, 2019-11-05 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!
2019-10-30 17:30, 2019-11-06 17:30, 2019-11-13 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
2019-10-30 20:00, 2019-11-06 20:00, 2019-11-13 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.

Dr. Peter Venkman's Spook Central: A Ghostbusters Halloween Themed Dance Party
2019-10-31 21:30
This Halloween, who ya gonna call for a good time? NonsenseATL! Where ya gonna dance? Venkman’s!
NonsenseATL (creators of Heyday, Atlanta Disco Society, Nonsense at The Basement, etc.) are thrilled to bring their special brand of dance party ridiculousness to one of their favorite spots for the first time this Halloween.
Kimber is the DJ. She’ll be playing your favorite songs, new and old, plus spooky hits to keep you moving until the return of Gozer. Come dressed in your best costume for an epic evening of dancing, drinks, and Halloween debauchery. And because it’s NonsenseATL, you know we’ll have some weird surprises for you.
Note: All NonsenseATL events warmly welcome people of all races, nationalities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages (21+ because laws), and dance abilities. Bring your friends and your dancing shoes, but kindly do not cross the streams inside the party; we have limited marshmallow-cleanup resources.

The Keys of A & B: A tribute to Alicia Keys, Beyonce, Brandy, and more!
2019-11-01 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) or call 470.225.6162.

Lobsters of Rock (B-52s Tribute) + Cherry Bomb w/ Lesibu Grand
2019-11-01 21:30
The Lobsters of Rock are a tribute to the legendary B-52’s! The group is based in Atlanta, GA, and consists of all seasoned musicians with years of performance experience. The Lobsters of Rock perform all of the best B-52’s classics with a strong emphasis on re-creating the high musical and visual quality of the original B-52’s. The band performs a high-octane set of B-52’s material that leaves B-52’s fans screaming for more! Months of rehearsals were spent on getting the music just right and the visuals as well. “Kate, Cindy, Fred” and the gang are all represented here! What makes the band different from other B-52’s tribute bands is that “Fred” is front and center singing and playing drums! You have to see it to believe it! BEWARE! The Lobsters are coming!
The Cherry Bomb is a fun-loving, hodge-podge group of musicians hailing from the school of St. Joan of the Blackhearts. The band plays all of Joan Jett’s hits starting with “Crimson & Clover” all the way through to “I Love Rock n’ Roll.” They are also known to throw in some Runaways tunes and some other classic songs from women that rock. Be prepared to rock your face off!
An indie rock band with a dash of soul, Lesibu Grand shares its original songs about dreams, hope, and sisterhood with anyone curious enough to listen. For this show, Lesibu Grand will celebrate the music of Blondie, Santigold and other Queens of the dancefloor!
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

Princess Brunch: Coco at Venkman's
2019-11-02 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/ Michael Magno
2019-11-02 12:30
Join us for the smoothest bottomless mimosa brunch ever Michael Magno. Come brunch and sing along with the smoothest mixtape hits of the 70s and 80s. The perfect pairing with bottomless mimosas.
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 SHOW: The Men Behind the Music: a Quincey Jones & Babyface Tribute w/ Zay' Marie
2019-11-02 18:30
Zay’Marie is a singer/songwriter with a passion for soul, pop, and R&B music based in Atlanta, GA. Zay plays guitar, writes her own music, dances, produces, and has a voice that will blow you away. For this special evening, Zay will perform her take on popular movie soundtrack songs!
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. Note that dinner reservations this evening will be wrapped up by 8:30 PM for our late show.

Message in the Music! A Musical Tribute to musical giants Hugh Masekela & Fela Kuti delivered by Mausiki Scales and the Common Ground Collective
2019-11-02 21:30
Join Mausiki and the Collective as they honor legendary South African trumpeter and anti-apartheid activist Hugh Masekela. They will also pay homage to Nigerian multi-instrumentalist and father of Afrobeat, Fela Kuti.
Get your Dancin’ Shoes!
Come Through, Feel the Funk!!
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

Timeless ATL at Venkman's
2019-11-07 20:00
Atlanta’s Premier Curated Open-Mic Experience. 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.

Free Show: Stevie Wonder Solo Tribute by Ron Roper at Venkman's
2019-11-08 18:30
Join us for dinner and show paying homage to one of the greats, Stevie Wonder! Superstition, Ribbon in the Sky, You are the Sunshine of my Life, and more! Come relive your favorites with us.
RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not needed for FREE events. Dinner reservations can be made at Venkamns.com (RESERVE) or contact info@venkmans.com. Reservations strongly encouraged for dinner, walk-ins always welcome!

The Best Damn Queen Show Ever! - A celebration of the music of Queen and the genius of Freddie Mercury
2019-11-08 21:30
The iconic recordings of rock supergroup Queen have stood the test of time; yet their signature sound of many-layered harmonies was never something you’d expect to see live – until now. Yacht Rock Schooner and the Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus have joined forces to bring you the incredible sound of Queen’s musical vision, brought to life! Come sing along with all their hits, including Play The Game, Killer Queen, Somebody To Love, and their magnum opus Bohemian Rhapsody, with lavish harmonies galore!
Special Preview = Special Guests!Prisca, Chelsea Shag, Jason Nackers (Indianapolis Jones), and Tim Smith will join Schooner on November 8 for this Special Preview event! Don’t miss it!
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!
2019-11-09 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)

Captain Crimmins Benefiting Bert's Big Adventure at Venkman's!
2019-11-09 18:00
Proceed from tickets sales go to Bert’s Big Adventure!
Come out for an evening of banjo strumming song and stories with Captain Crimmins and raise money for a great cause.
Established in 2002, Bert’s Big Adventure is a nonprofit organization that provides a magical, all-expenses-paid, five-day journey to Walt Disney World® for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families.
Following the annual trip, Bert’s Big Adventure provides year-round support through initiatives such as the Reunion Adventures, the Fairy Godparent volunteer program and additional charitable services. The trip and programs create a community of families that establish lasting friendships with others facing similar challenges.

TICKETING / RESERVATION INFO:
Your ticket serves as your dinner reservation. Tickets are the same price for adults and children, and are required for every man, woman, and child. Additional arrangements are not required once tickets are purchased. Please note we will be presenting checks by 7:30 to accommodate our later show reservations. If you have any special seating requests please make sure to contact us for availability at least 48 hours in advance.

Rock, Funk, and Sole Dance Party w/ Kayte Burgess and Friends
2019-11-09 21:30
Kayte Burgess will be joined by some of the best musicians and vocalists in Atlanta including bassist Tres Gilbert (New Edition), drummer ‘Lil John Roberts (Janet Jackson), guitarist Tomi Martin (OutKast), and Indie keyboardist/vocalist Byron Henry Rose. The will be playing Classic hits ranging from Journey to Teena Marie and more. DJ Rev Lee and live Art from Corey Whitehead.
Originally from Toronto, Canada, Burgess studied voice, piano and theory at the Royal Conservatory of Music. At Humber College, she studied Jazz performance, arranging, and theory at Humber College ultimately launching a series of international performances in from Toronto to Dubai, Europe, Caribbean, and the U.S. Burgess’ original album recordings “My Own Design” and “ Checked Baggage” received radio airplay in Canada, France, and the UK.
Kayte has also performed as an opening act for many artists including Adina Howard,
Sean Kingston, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, and Eric Roberson. Her film credits and extensive performance experience includes singing background for Al Green In the Feature Film “On The L “filmed in Toronto and Starring Lance Bass and Joey Fotone from NSync; She also sang backgrounds for Lionel Ritchie and Eric Roberson; and Kayte has performed In Toronto for Quincy Jones, Mariah Carey, Da Brat, Jon B, Tyrese, John Legend and Andre 3000.
Kayte is saluted as an artist that appeals to all audiences as she has performed for the National Association for Black Females in Music and Entertainment (NABFE) and the U.S. tour oF “Women Who Jam” while wowing stages in cities like New York, Cleveland, Detroit, Washington DC, Nashville, Memphis, Charlotte, Atlanta, and Los Angeles. It was through this tour Kayte made contacts and became a regular performer in New York at Ashford & Simpsons Sugar Bar and on Showtime at the Apollo in New York. It was when Kayte relocated to Atlanta she became part of a very successful corporate touring Unit “Simply Irresistible” founded by Ronnie Garret (Tyler Perry). Kayte appeared in Tyler Perry’s ‘ “ I can do bad all by myself “ behind Mary J Blige and has performed in Atlanta for Tyler Perry, Angie Stone, India Arie, Trina, Raven Simone, Donald Trump, Toni Braxton, and Ludacris. Her Band “Simply Irresistible “ was featured on the first two seasons of the Reality Show “Braxton Family Values” as Trina Braxton was an original member of the band and brought the band on the show. This Unit Simply Irresistible has opened up for Maroon Five, Kelly Clarkson Luke Bryan, Steven Tyler, Pitbull along with entertaining various celebrities like Donald Trump, Katie Couric, Mike Tyson, Monica, and the Houston Rockets. Kayte teaches music and dance to a wide range of students including disadvantaged youth at the Carerra after school program. Kayte for the past year has been one of the stars of a new Show in Atlanta Called Clubesque infusing Broadway, Vegas, and Burlesque into a modern-day revue performance.
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 8:00 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.
Reservations for the Captain’s Room (private dining room) can be reserved for parties of 10-24 guests. For more info contact info@venkmans.com

Bottomless Mimosa Brunch with Shakta Jazz Trio
2019-11-10 12:00
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.

Closed for Private Event - NO JAZZ JAM TONIGHT!
2019-11-12 17:30 - 23:30
We will be closed for a private event this evening. Jazz Jam will resume next Tuesday at 8 PM.
To book your own private event contact Jarvis@Venkmans.com.
Cheers!

FREE SHOW: These Crowded Streets play Dave Matthews Band
2019-11-14 20:00
Atlanta’s home-grown Dave Matthews Band Tribute These Crowded Streets will perform your favorite DMB hits. These Crowded Streets will play songs from the iconic albums Under The Table and Dreaming, Crash, and Before These Crowded Streets. Authentically recreated with Saxophone, Fiddle, and Acoustic driven rhythm section, These Crowded Streets will take you back to the 90’s and have you singing and dancing along!
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)

¡ Viva Gloria ! an acoustic tribute to Gloria Estefan at Venkman's!
2019-11-15 18:30
The rhythm is gonna get you… tonight – at Venkman’s! !Viva Gloria! brings you an evening of 1980-90s Latin Pop and Latin Jazz, showcasing the music of Gloria Estefan, as well as some new tunes by Atlanta composer and Latin/Jazz pianist, Daniel Padron. Join us, and let the rhythm move you!
Featuring Mary Beth Morrison on vocals, Emrah Kotan on percussion, and Daniel Padron on piano.
RESERVATIONS:
This show is FREE! Reservations are available at Venkmans.com (RESERVE) or email us at info@venkmans.com

04W Boogie Band
2019-11-15 21:30
04W Boogie Band presents a night of dance hits of the 70s and 80s! Come get on down and get up with us!
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 Ticketfly.
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 12-20 guests. For more info please contact info@venkmans.com
