Red Light Cafe
Call:
(404) 874-7828
or visit
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.
Atlanta Songwriters Club Meet Up
Monday May 11, 2026 11:00 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $5 Door
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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 exists...
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TEASE TUESDAY BURLESQUE
Tuesday May 12, 2026 11:30 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $20 Adv – $25 Door
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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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Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday May 13, 2026 11:30 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $10 Door
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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. Livestre...
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Gin & Gamblers Encore! By Acting Under The Influence
Tuesday June 16, 2026 08:30 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $15 Adv – $20 Door
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Can you believe we got the gang back together? Grab your fellow high rollers, and get your tickets for GIN and GAMBLERS!
Get ready for a hilarious mix of gin-soaked shenanigans in Gin & Gamblers: A Boozy Twist on Guys & Dolls presented by Acting Under the Influence! Join the wild ride as gamblers ...
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Alchemical String Theory: Improvisational Avant-Garde String Artists
Sunday May 10, 2026 10:30 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $10 Adv – $15 Door
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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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Red Light Running Society: Run or Walk Every SATURDAY
Saturday May 9, 2026 12:00 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: Free
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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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Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday May 6, 2026 11:30 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $10 Door
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. Livestre...
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Comedy for Critters: A Fundraiser for Georgia's Companion Animals
Tuesday May 5, 2026 09:00 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $35 General Admission
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A fun evening full of comedy and music from amazing comedians! Come have a laugh, a bite to eat, an adult beverage, all in support of Georgia Pet Coalition and Georgia Humane Society, who fight for animals in Georgia.$35 General Admission Doors @ 6:30 PM
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Monday Night Fights with Havoc Movement
Monday May 4, 2026 10:00 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $10 Adv – $15 Door
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Introducing Havoc Movement's Monday Night Fights at Red Light Cafe: A new show from Atlanta's favorite stage combat theatre company. Grounded in fights but inspired by storytelling, this show features both with interviews, musical guests, and choreography highlights. Doors open at 7 pm and the show ...
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Ben Farmer's Music Student Open Mic
Sunday May 3, 2026 08:30 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: No Cover
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Musician and educator Ben Farmer curates a fun and dynamic showcase, bringing his students to the stage and performing alongside them. Inspiring full band performances of iconic tunes from a variety of genres. Come see Atlanta’s up and coming talent! All ages, free show. NO COVER Doors @ 5:30 PM
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CONTROL • A Darkwave & Dark Synthpop Dance Night
Saturday May 2, 2026 09:00 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $10 before 11:30, $15 after
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DJ Twitch returns to the Red Light Cafe with a dark and decadent mix of dance music from the 80s to the present, joined by special guest, DJ CAZ10!$10 Door Before 11:30 / $15 After (Ages 21+)
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Red Light Running Society: Run or Walk Every SATURDAY
Saturday May 2, 2026 12:00 PM EDT
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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The Tipsy Zone: Improv Comedy w/ a Tipsy Twist on The Twilight Zone
Friday May 1, 2026 10:30 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $15 Adv – $20 Door
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Come join The Tipsy Zone in an evening of improvised comedy in the style of the cult classic tv show The Twilight Zone but with a Tipsy twist. See if our performers can stay dry enough to safely navigate out of... The Tipsy Zone! You can catch The Tipsy Zone FIRST FRIDAY EVERY MONTH at Atlanta's Red...
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“SpongeBob SloshedPants” by Acting Under the Influence
Thursday April 30, 2026 11:00 PM EDT
Red Light Cafe
Cost: $15 Adv – $20 Door
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Who lives in a pineapple… and just ordered their third drink? 🍍🍸 DIVE UNDER THE SEA with us in our next show SPONGEBOB SLOSHEDPANTS! It’s chaotic. It’s nautical. It’s probably a bad idea. And you absolutely don’t want to miss it. 10% of profits from this show will be donated to The Haven for Childre...
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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
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, Virginia Highland