Red Light Cafe
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(404) 874-7828
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redlightcafe.com
The bohemian living room serves as the city's center of bluegrass and Americana. The venue hosts a variety of other musical performers as well, plus diverse events. Food and drink available.
MONSTER SHOW FOR MONSTERS: A VARIETY SHOW
Monday December 15, 2025 08:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $15 Adv • $20 Doors • $30 VIP
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Monster Show For Monsters is an alternate reality variety show featuring music, comedy, burlesque, drag, storytelling, magic, and more, all performed by your favorite monsters.
The only show where audience, cast, and crew are all monsters. Prizes for costumes and opportunities for participation as...
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STORYTELLING OPEN MIC
Tuesday December 16, 2025 08:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: No Cover
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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This FREE event will be held at Red Light Cafe on the 3rd Tuesday of every month.
COVID-19 precautions: Masks are encouraged, but not required.
Parking: Red Light Cafe has free parking. The parking lot in front of the building has multiple ADA spots available.
Accessibility: There is a paved... [click here for more]WEDNESDAY JAZZ JAM W/ THE GORDON VERNICK QUARTET
Wednesday December 17, 2025 09:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $10 Door ($5 for performers or students with ID)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Every Wednesday, the Gordon Vernick Quartet perform a few numbers then invite other musicians and singers to join them on stage for a Jazz Jam Session. Whether you're a professional or amateur musician, you're welcome to sit in — everyone who wants to perform will be given a chance to play.
Livest...
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ELECTRO LOUNGE: A KINKY GLOW FLOW BURLESQUE AERIAL FIRE GO-GO SHOW!
Thursday December 18, 2025 09:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $15 Adv – $20 Doors
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December's Electro Lounge is all about that cyberpunk holiday bliss —AND— we're celebrating Ivana Coquetu's birthday!!!
3rd Thursday EVERY Month, ELECTRO LOUNGE is the #Kinky #Glow + #Flow party you don't want to miss! This INTERACTIVE event features #Burlesque + #Aerial + #FireDancing + #GoGoDanc...
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MEASURE ISLAND: COMPLETELY IMPROVISED MUSICAL COMEDY!
Friday December 19, 2025 08:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $15 Adv – $20 Door
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Measure Island creates a fully improvised musical comedy inspired by YOUR suggestions! Our ensemble will make up scenes, characters, AND songs on the spot for you — completely unscripted, sometimes mind-blowing, and always hilarious.
You can catch Measure Island EVERY THIRD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH at ...
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RED LIGHT RUNNING SOCIETY: RUN OR WALK (AND MORE!) EVERY SATURDAY
Saturday December 20, 2025 10:00 AM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Red Light Running Society (RLRS) aims to bring people together to build and maintain happy, healthy and active lives. ALL FITNESS LEVELS ARE WELCOME - walkers, joggers, runners, etc. Even if you're not able to participate, please join us for espresso (or stronger drinks), treats, music, and nerdy co...
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JAY BRAGG PRESENTS CHRISTMAS IN NEW VAUDEVILLE: A NASHVILLE HOLIDAY TRADITION
Saturday December 20, 2025 08:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $15 Adv – $20 Door
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Step into a magical world where Christmas dreams come alive through the perfect blend of original holiday compositions and beloved classics, all wrapped in the vintage charm of golden-age variety entertainment. King Kazoo & The Reindeer Band invite audiences from 1 to 92 to experience "The Merriest ...
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JOY DEFICIT: A MONTHLY LIVE PERFORMANCE EVENT
Monday December 22, 2025 07:30 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: No Cover
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Joy Deficit is a monthly live performance event dedicated to Chaotic Good and bringing some much-needed joy into our community (which includes YOU!). All sorts of performances are welcome, and the roster changes every month. Live literature, slam poetry, puppetry, music, comedy, and on and on...The ...
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TUESDAY (ONE OFF) JAZZ JAM W/ THE GORDON VERNICK QUARTET
Tuesday December 23, 2025 09:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $10 Door ($5 for performers or students with ID)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Every Wednesday, the Gordon Vernick Quartet perform a few numbers then invite other musicians and singers to join them on stage for a Jazz Jam Session. Whether you're a professional or amateur musician, you're welcome to sit in — everyone who wants to perform will be given a chance to play.
Livest...
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"MISTLETOE & MARGARITAS" BY ACTING UNDER THE INFLUENCE
Friday December 26, 2025 08:30 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $15 Adv – $20 Doors
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Step into a winter-wonderland with a twist — because holiday cheer never looked so deliciously tipsy. Mistletoe & Margaritas invites you to an uproarious evening of cabaret, cocktails, and Christmas chaos. Expect beloved holiday tunes and plenty of festive mischief — delivered with the boozy spirit,...
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Alchemical String Theory: Improvisational Avant-Garde String Artists
Sunday December 14, 2025 08:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $10 Adv - $15 Door
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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AST (Alchemical String Theory) is a collective of avant-garde string artists from Atlanta’s Improvisational Underground. Featuring solo acts, ensembles, and guest string players, performances range from acoustic to electronic and incorporate loops, stomp boxes, reverbs, delays, drop pitches, and mor...
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Bangers & Mashups: 2nd Helpings! A Burlesque Improv Show
Saturday December 13, 2025 09:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $20 Adv - $30 Doors
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Following the success of the inaugural Bangers & MashUps: A Burlesque Improv Show in July of 2025, TumbleMarx is proud and excited to be back for 2nd Helpings!
For the uninitiated, Bangers & Mashups is a burlesque show where performers completely improvise their acts on the spot - and to make it e...
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Red Light Running Society: Run or Walk (and more!) Every SATURDAY
Saturday December 13, 2025 10:00 AM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Red Light Running Society (RLRS) aims to bring people together to build and maintain happy, healthy and active lives. ALL FITNESS LEVELS ARE WELCOME - walkers, joggers, runners, etc. Even if you're not able to participate, please join us for espresso (or stronger drinks), treats, music, and nerdy co...
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EDGEWOOD AVENUE: AN EDGEWOOD HOLIDAY SPECIAL
Friday December 12, 2025 08:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $15 Adv – $20 Doors
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Edgewood Avenue is an improvised variety show featuring a mix of digital, musical, scripted, and improvised elements performed by a cast of puppets. Join Albert, Beezle, Darwin, Fonzo, Frooper, & Sauria as they navigate through the holiday season & finding the best presents…friendship! Alongside as ...
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KARAOKE LOUNGE (No Cover!) — 2nd Thursday Every Month
Thursday December 11, 2025 08:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: No Cover
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Join us for Karaoke every 2nd Thursday every month! There's NO COVER, so come sing, socialize and be silly with your hosts DJ Conflux and Marco Sway!NO COVER8 PM – 11:30 PM
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Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday December 10, 2025 09:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $10 Door ($5 for performers or students with ID)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Every Wednesday, the Gordon Vernick Quartet perform a few numbers then invite other musicians and singers to join them on stage for a Jazz Jam Session. Whether you're a professional or amateur musician, you're welcome to sit in — everyone who wants to perform will be given a chance to play.
Livest...
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TEASE TUESDAY BURLESQUE
Tuesday December 9, 2025 09:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $20 Adv – $25 Doors • $35 VIP 1st Row • $30 VIP 2nd Row
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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The second Tuesday of every month, Syrens of the South's Tease Tuesday Burlesque features TEN AMAZING ACTS with some of the best performers in Atlanta! Burlesque, Poetry, Aerial, Acrobatics, Juggling, Singing... you never know what's gonna pop up in these Tuesday night shows! And don't worry, we'll ...
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Atlanta Songwriters Club Meet Up
Monday December 8, 2025 07:30 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $5 Door
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Join us for the Atlanta Songwriters Club Meet Up at Red Light Café every second Monday of the month! $5 at the door, starts at 8pm, and you can sign up to play a song if you'd like when you get here.
The Atlanta Songwriters Club is a bit like an open mic with a few key differences. This group exis...
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BEYOND THE NEIGHBORHOOD: THE MUSIC OF FRED ROGERS
Sunday December 7, 2025 07:00 PM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $30 Adv – $35 Door ($15 Door for Students w/ ID)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Beyond the Neighborhood showcases the original compositions of Mister Rogers featuring:
Grammy-nominated pianist, Kevin Bales
Chicago Vocalist, Keri Johnsrud
Drummer, Marlon Patton
Bassist, Kelly McCarty
And special guests from our musical neighborhood
Fred McFeely Rogers - the cardigan-... [click here for more]Red Light Running Society: Run or Walk (and more!) Every SATURDAY
Saturday December 6, 2025 10:00 AM EST
Red Light Cafe
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Red Light Running Society (RLRS) aims to bring people together to build and maintain happy, healthy and active lives. ALL FITNESS LEVELS ARE WELCOME - walkers, joggers, runners, etc. Even if you're not able to participate, please join us for espresso (or stronger drinks), treats, music, and nerdy co...
[click here for more]
If you're in a band, an artist, run a venue, or keep your organization's calendar, we'd love to have your event on the site. Submit your event here and we'll get you on Atlanta's most comprehensive listing of events.
Arts
Community
Food & Drink
Film
Nightlife
Music
553-1 Amsterdam Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30306
(404) 874-7828
Atlanta, GA 30306
redlightcafe.com
Virginia-Highland
#virginiahighland
Night Club, Live Music Club
Jazz, Blues
Hours
Monday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Tuesday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Wednesday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Thursday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Friday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Saturday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Sunday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Red Light Cafe, Atlanta, 553-1 Amsterdam Ave NE