Wasted Potential Brass Band presents: Mardi Gras in the Old 4th Ward w/ special guests Dillon & Lobsterdamus
2019-02-22 22:00 (America/New_York)
Wasted Potential Brass Band is a bonafide New Orleans-style Second Line brass band, based in Atlanta. Multiple readers-choice award winners in Atlanta’s Creative Loafing, WPBB is a favorite and parades, festivals and the streets of Atlanta in Little Five Points, Cabbagetown and Decatur. It’s what fun sounds like.
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.
Reservations for the Captain’s Room (semi-private dining room) can be reserved for parties of 10-24 guests. For more info, contact Mike at MikeH@venkmans.com.

Princess Brunch: Moana
2019-02-23 10:30
Join us at the V for a free screening of Disney’s MOANA! Moana is a daughter of the chief of her tribe. Coming from a long line of navigators she sets off for a fabled island with her hero, the demi God Maui. Along the voyage they battle the treacherous ocean and all which it hides, all the while learning what the power of love between friends can accomplish.
Admission is free with RSVP. A royal brunch feast and bottomless mimosas (for the adult kids) available for purchase.
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
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.

Bottomless Mimosa Brunch with Wet Jeans
2019-02-23 12:30 - 14:30
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 (see “Reservations”), or by calling 470-225-6162.

Free Early Show: Guilty Pleasure Hits with Wet Jeans
2019-02-23 18:00
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.
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.

A Tribute to the Dynamic Duo: Bowie Vs. Gabriel
2019-02-23 21:00
A Dynamic Duo indeed!
A tribute to two of the most creative, dynamic, and powerful artists to ever grace the rock and roll stage. Two of Atlanta’s best tribute bands, Jerome Newton and the Band Who Fell to Earth, and The Sledgehammers will treat you to an evening of music by David Bowie and Peter Gabriel. How much awesomeness can one stage hold?
The Sledgehammers are an Atlanta based Peter Gabriel tribute band. They play selections from the icon’s legendary solo career with a heavy focus on the So and Us albums. Featuring 7 top-notch musicians from over the vast Atlanta music scene, The Sledgehammers deliver a powerful and emotional show. The band approaches these unforgettable songs with a reverence to the man, his message and the level of musicianship this music deserves.
Jerome Newton and the Band Who Fell to Earth (the name is an allusion to Bowie’s iconic role in The Man Who Fell to Earth) has been called “a Bowie tribute for Bowie lovers”. They play music from his entire career – the hits and the deep cuts – with reverence and energy. They don’t try to “imitate” a particular phase – even Bowie himself brought a new persona to stage almost every year. Instead, they bring their own approach to the material – never straying far from the source, but never coming off as mere imitators either. Their music, their look, their lively stage show, all combine to create a memorable experience. Come see for yourself!
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 Mike at mikeh@venkmans.com.

Venkman's presents Bottomless Mimosa Brunch w/ Dave Potter Trio
2019-02-24 12:00 - 14:00
Dave Potter is quickly becoming known as a formidable musician. He has performed with many well-known jazz artists and recorded 3 albums with Jason Marsalis. Following his graduation from Florida State University in 2005, he was chosen from a national pool of applicants to be a member of the Louis Armstrong Quintet at the University of New Orleans. Unfortunately, the tragedy of hurricane Katrina temporarily ended his hopes for a career in Louisiana. In the spring of 2006, Dave was awarded a full scholarship to the prestigious Julliard Jazz Program in New York City. However, after several days of intense meditation he declined the offer and returned to Florida State University, where he received his Master’s Degree in the winter of 2008 after further collaboration with his mentor Marcus Roberts. In 2010, Potter was featured in a novel entitled “The New Face of Jazz” about the younger generation of Jazz musicians making an impact in the current scene. Dave is now located in Atlanta where he maintains a busy teaching and performing schedule while also touring the globe as a member of The Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet.
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 Jazz of Prince: A Night of Prince's Jazz Funk Compositions
2019-02-24 19:00
The JAZZ of Prince is a night dedicated to highlighting the amount of incredible jazz and jazz funk music in Prince’s massive catalog. Musical Director, Khari Cabral Simmons revisits our wildly successful shows from 2017 due to overwhelming audience demand Khari’s digging even further into the catalog and taking us on a musical journey that is sure to delight the casual fan as well as satisfy the voracious appetite of the die-hard Prince following.
As always, Khari has assembled a world-class band of musicians to deliver the high-quality shows that you’ve come to expect.
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.

Kids Eat Free!
2019-02-26 17:30, 2019-03-05 17:30

Venkman's presents Joe Gransden’s Jazz Jam
2019-02-26 20:00, 2019-03-05 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!
2019-02-27 17:30, 2019-03-06 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
2019-02-27 20:00, 2019-03-06 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 Early Show: Musical Tribute to Jerry Garcia and David Grisman by the Foothill Brothers
2019-03-01 18:30
The Foothill Brothers are an eclectic, genre-bending, acoustic act from Atlanta, Ga. They use mandolin and guitar to mold different genres into a sonic delight. Rooted in Americana, Bluegrass, Jazz and R&B, Newgrass, and Rock, The Foothill Brothers are sure to leave you with a smile on your face, and a boogie in your step.
Join The Foothill Brothers on 3/1, from 6:30 p.m-8:00 p.m. as they pay tribute to the musical catalogue from Jerry Garcia and David Grisman. Come have your Teddy Bear’s Picnic dinner with us!
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.

Atlanta Funk Society
2019-03-01 22:00
Atlanta Funk Society is a Funk band from Atlanta, GA, playing classic hits from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s, including everything from “Superbad” by James Brown, to “Whatcha Gonna Do For Me” by Chaka Kahn.
Started in the summer of 2010, the Atlanta Funk Society brought together a collection of some of the best musicians Atlanta had to offer. Founding members guitarist and vocalist Rob Lane (the Apostles) and bass player Kevin Scott (Col. Bruce Hampton, and others too numerous to mention) wanted to fill the need for a hard hitting funk band playing classic hits from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s.
Their first call was to Jonathan Lloyd(Cadillac Jones, Lloyds Rocksteady Review), local trombone player and vocalist to put together the horn section which has included Deniz Felder, Jason Collier, Jon Marett (Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, OutKast, Goodie Mob), Prof. Eric Fontaine (just about every great band in Atlanta), and Taylor Kennedy (Soulphonics, Blair Crimmins). Next to join were guitarist Nick Johnson(Last Waltz Ensemble, Pharoh Gummitt) and drummer Duane Trucks(Derek Trucks, Pharoh Gummit) lending their unrivaled musicianship to the group. The keyboards were manned by Florida transplant and first call pianist Nick Rosen. Scotty Bryan (Cinetrope, 3052 dub Collective) stepped up the bands’ vibe with the addition of percussion.
The next critical piece was a female vocalist, and after a long search, Michelle Marshall came into the fold and showed what was up. The last piece was additional percussionist Yaya Brown to provide the perfect complement to Scotty Bryan and complete the driving rhythms of AFS.
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 Ticketfly.
PLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For example, you cannot reserve a table at 7:00pm 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 10-24 guests. For more information please contact Mike at mikeh@venkmans.com.

Princess Brunch: SING!
2019-03-02 10:30
You’re invited to join us at The V for a family friendly screening of “SING!”
Dapper Koala Buster Moon presides over a once-grand theater that has fallen on hard times. An eternal optimist, and a bit of a scoundrel, he loves his theater above all and will do anything to preserve it. Facing the crumbling of his life’s ambition, he takes one final chance to restore his fading jewel to its former glory by producing the world’s greatest singing competition.
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 “RESERVE”), or by calling 470.225.6162

Bottomless Mimosa Brunch w/ Michael Magno
2019-03-02 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 Landing Party! Acoustic Yacht Rock with members of Yacht Rock Schooner
2019-03-02 18:30 - 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)

Rock N Roll Animals: Lou Reed Tribute
2019-03-02 21:30
Take a Walk on the Wild Side with Rock N Roll Animals Saturday, March 2nd at Venkman’s. Rock N Roll Animals is the premier 1970s era Lou Reed tribute act in the world. Featuring members of The Georgia Satellites, The Michelle Malone Band and The Coy Bowels Band.
Rock N Roll Animals is sure to entertain all with it’s high energy stage show and musicianship, even to the most discerning Lou Reed fans. Visit www.rocknrollanimals.com for further information.
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, you cannot reserve a table at 7:30pm and keep it for a 9:30pm 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 10-40 guests. For more info contact Mike at Mikeh@venkmans.com.

Bottomless Mimosa Brunch with Mike Kelly Trio
2019-03-03 12:00
The Mike Kelly Trio has established itself as one of the pre-eminent jazz groups in and around Atlanta. Downbeat magazine hailed Kelly’s performance at the Atlanta Jazz Festival as “wonderfully conceived, fruitful improvisations.” Since its inception in 1997, they have regularly performed countless engagements for private, corporate and public events. The group has successfully delighted and entertained audiences at some of the area’s finest venues, including: The Arts Council of Gainesville’s Evenings of Intimate Jazz Series, Roswell Concerts on the Square, High Museum, Fernbank Museum, Fox Theater, Jazz Association of Macon Spivey Hall and Churchill Grounds.
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.

Joe Gransden and His Big Band
2019-03-03 19:00
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Reservations for the Captain’s Room (private dining room) can be reserved for parties of 10-24 guests. For more info contact Mike at Mikeh@venkmans.com
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 have been purchased via Ticketfly.

Forever '78 with Greg, Bencoo & Monkeyboy from Yacht Rock Revue
2019-03-07 20:00
Billboard Hits of 1978 from artists like Billy Joel, Bob Seger, James Taylor, Willie Nelson, Bonnie Tyler, Meat Loaf, Kenny Rogers and more!
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 10-24 guests. For more info contact Mike at mikeh@venkmans.com.

Free Early Show: Soul Pop w/ Brenda Nicole Moorer
2019-03-08 18:30 - 20:00
Join us at Venkman’s for a FREE early dinner show with Brenda Nicole Moorer. Think Taylor Swift, Maroon 5, and Beyonce with a soulful twist! Dinner reservations available at Venkmans.comn (RESERVE) walk-ins always welcome!

Siamese Dream + Stone Tribute Pilots
2019-03-08 22:00
SIAMESE DREAM is the nation’s one and only Smashing Pumpkins Tribute. Siamese Dream plays all the best Pumpkins songs from the 90’s! Based out of Atlanta, GA, the band consists of 4 National Touring musicians Steve Money, Amy Epperley, Andres Sosa, and Kent Aberle. Siamese Dream takes time to detail not only the sound but also the look of the original lineup. Their attention to detail goes as deep as using the exact pickup setup, effects pedals and even having a custom Stratocaster built to bring back the tones that Billy Corgan and James Iha used on the albums. Siamese Dream shows include top 20 hits to deep cuts and B-sides, acoustic shows with cello and Album shows that include performing the entire landmark albums Siamese Dream and Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness in its entirety.
Stone Tribute Pilots formed in late 2015, Stone Tribute Pilots (Brandon Kunka, Jason Roby, Mike Hale, Travis Roye) came together with a strong love for the music of Stone Temple Pilots, and a collective mourning of the death of frontman Scott Weiland. In an effort to replicate the powerhouse that was an STP live performance, these four Atlanta musicians are crafting a performance that recreates the magic of a Stone Temple Pilots show circa 2000.
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, you cannot reserve a table at 7:30pm and keep it for a 9:30pm 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 12-20 guests. For more info call contact Mike at mikeh@venkmans.com.

Puppet Brunch! The Reluctant Dragon
2019-03-09 11:00
Princess Penepole loves to read about dragons. Imagine her surprise when she actually meets and befriends a dragon! Their introduction coincides with the arrival of a much-touted dragon slayer, Sir Reginal Thwebes. Upon discovering the potential threat of a dragon in the palace, King Rhubarb charges Sir Reginald to fight the dragon. Will it be a fight to the death? Will it be a draw? Will they even fight at all? Find out in All Hands Productions version of “The Reluctant Dragon.” Loosely based on Kenneth Grahame’s book, this production utilizes colorful moving-mouth hand puppets and rod puppets to tell a story about friendship and understanding. Puppets created by David Stephens and costumes by Sottie Rowell. This show was funded in part by a 2008 Jim Henson Foundation Family Grant.
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: Dusty Roads
2019-03-09 12:30
Dusty Roads is a high-energy Americana band, formed by Atlanta based musician, John Mickelson and featuring Jared Lanham on mandolin and tabla – the traditional Indian hand-drum, Colt Bowen on drums, and fiddlin’ phenom Danny Bermel. Comprised of some of the Southeasts finest pickers and singers, the band is ever evolving and growing.
When you’re at a Dusty Roads show, expect to hear influences of the legends of country and bluegrass music along with sprinklings of songs and sounds of the great writers and musicians from across the globe and halls of time, like Django Reinhardt, Duke Ellington, and Irving Berlin.
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.

Captain Crimmins and the Story Boat Band
2019-03-09 18:00
He’s the banjo playing, guitar strumming Captain of the Story Boat, a dilapidated old steam boat full of kooky musical characters who are on a long journey together down Tall Tale River. Life on a steam boat isn’t always easy but Captain Crimmins and the members of the crew are driven by their love for great stories and great songs of which they find plenty while floating down stream! Captain Crimmins and The Story Boat Band love to share their music with new friends and tell them about all the adventures and stories which inspired the songs.
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.

No Diggity! (ATL's All-Star 90s Tribute Band) feat. Melanie Amaro, Michael Zaib, & Mike Martin at Venkman's
2019-03-09 21:30
ATL’s Premire 90’s RnB and Hip Hop and Pop Tribute.
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 10-24 guests. For more info please contact mikeh@venkmans.com.
