Places to Enjoy Live Music
The warmer weather is moving in and the music scene in Roswell is tuning up. Roswell has a vibrant and diverse music scene to satisfy all of your music cravings. From outdoor concert series to live music venues, Roswell has it all.
Music From the City of Roswell
Alive in Roswell
Alive in Roswell is a monthly festival that takes place every third Thursday of the month from April through October. The festival features plenty of musical acts that perform along Canton Street and beyond. This festival offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy live music while exploring local businesses, dining, and shopping.
Dates: Every third Thursday April-October
Music On the Hill
Music on the Hill is a free outdoor concert series at City Hall welcoming attendees of all ages from local and surrounding communities. This family-friendly event offers the perfect opportunity to spread out a blanket on the lawn, unpack a picnic, and unwind to the music from every decade and Top 40 hits.
2023 Dates: June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8
Riverside Sounds
Riverside Sounds is the longest-running free outdoor concert series in Roswell. Hosted by the City of Roswell Recreation, Parks, Historic & Cultural Affairs Department in partnership with Lee J. Howard Entertainment, this series of events takes place in Riverside Park. This family-friendly event offers spacious green space for kids to play and plenty of room for friends and family to relax and enjoy the music.
2023 Dates: June 24, July 22, August 26, September 23
Cultural Arts Center Concerts
The Roswell Cultural Arts Center offers theater performances, music, dance, puppet shows, pageants, exhibits, and special events year-round. This elegant, 600-seat theatre with orchestra and mezzanine levels is a perfect intimate venue for concerts, featuring a variety of music from swing to jazz, and more.
2023 Dates: June 4, June 25
Mimosa Hall
Mimosa Hall & Gardens is a nine-acre antebellum estate originally built in 1841. The area around the house boasts 14 gardens on the property. It’s the perfect venue for Roswell’s classical concert series.
2023 Dates: June 18, August 20, September 17, October 15
More Music Around Town
Earth Brewing Company, Back Porch Concert Series
Earth Brewing Company hosts a Back Porch Concert Series each spring and summer behind their brewpub. This concert series features a larger footprint, a bigger stage presence, and an enhanced audio-visual experience.
Rock N Taco, Indoor & Outdoor
Rock ‘N’ Taco Rock ‘N’ Taco is a live music venue with a top-notch lighting and sound system. This venue is the perfect place to enjoy live music while dancing the night away. Local acts such as Reckless, Justin, Band X, Scotty Cram, and DoubleTake regularly perform here.
Gate City Brewing Co. Hosts a Variety of Bands and DJs
Gate City Brewing Co. venue features a stage that hosts a variety of bands and DJs during their events, public festivals, and more. They have even been known to bring in national acts from time to time.
Where Will You Go?
So, what’s your favorite sound? Roswell has a thriving music scene that offers something for everyone. With its numerous outdoor concert series and live music venues, Roswell is the perfect destination for music lovers. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly event or a night out with friends, Roswell has it all. Grab your friends and family, pick up your blankets, pack a picnic, and head out to enjoy the days and nights of spring and summer. We’ll see you there!
For detailed information and more, visit the Music page on Roswell365.