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Red Light Cafe

553-1 Amsterdam Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

About Red Light Cafe

Red Light Cafe is one of Atlanta's most beloved intimate listening rooms, tucked into the Virginia-Highland neighborhood. The cozy venue hosts an eclectic mix of Americana, folk, roots rock, bluegrass, blues, jazz, comedy, and special events — a true community gathering space for Atlanta's independent music scene.

Upcoming Shows

Nathanael Smith Trio (Jazz)
Friday, October 30, 2026 · 8:00 PM
AmericanaFolkBluesJazz
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Past Shows

Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 · 9:00 PM
JOY DEFICIT: A Monthly Live Performance Event
Monday, October 26, 2026 · 7:30 PM
An Evening of Soul Jazz w/ Vinnie D. & Co.
Thursday, October 22, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Monster Show For Monsters
Monday, October 19, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Highland Music Studio Adult Open Mic
Sunday, October 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Chris Burroughs: “The Spirit of the Blues”
Friday, October 16, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Atlanta Songwriters Club Meet Up
Monday, October 12, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 · 9:00 PM
JOY DEFICIT: A Monthly Live Performance Event
JOY DEFICIT: A Monthly Live Performance Event
Monday, September 28, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Joe Gransden “Feels So Good": The Music of Chuck Mangione
Joe Gransden “Feels So Good": The Music of Chuck Mangione
Sunday, September 27, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Monster Show For Monsters
Monster Show For Monsters
Monday, September 21, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Alvin Cobb, Jr. LIVE!
Alvin Cobb, Jr. LIVE!
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Madly Yours: Atlanta’s Interactive Date Night
Madly Yours: Atlanta’s Interactive Date Night
Friday, September 18, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Atlanta Songwriters Club Meet Up
Atlanta Songwriters Club Meet Up
Monday, September 14, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Khari Cabral Simmons LIVE at Red Light Cafe!
Khari Cabral Simmons LIVE at Red Light Cafe!
Saturday, August 29, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Dashill Smith and Astral Pocket
Dashill Smith and Astral Pocket
Friday, August 28, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Philippe Bonhomme: An Evening of Contemporary Haitian Folk & Jazz
Philippe Bonhomme: An Evening of Contemporary Haitian Folk & Jazz
Thursday, August 27, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · 9:00 PM
JOY DEFICIT: A Monthly Live Performance Event
JOY DEFICIT: A Monthly Live Performance Event
Monday, August 24, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Strut Your Stuff: A Funk Jazz Party by Vinnie D & Co
Strut Your Stuff: A Funk Jazz Party by Vinnie D & Co
Saturday, August 22, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Monster Show For Monsters
Monster Show For Monsters
Monday, August 17, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Vinnie D. & Co. - Sonny Rollins Tribute: Meet Us on THE BRIDGE
Vinnie D. & Co. - Sonny Rollins Tribute: Meet Us on THE BRIDGE
Sunday, August 16, 2026 · 2:30 PM
Jeff Evans Porkestra CD Release Show w/ Kim Ware
Jeff Evans Porkestra CD Release Show w/ Kim Ware
Sunday, August 16, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Summer Shimmy Nights — A Vintage Belly Dance Show
Summer Shimmy Nights — A Vintage Belly Dance Show
Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 8:30 PM
Warped + Whipped: A Kinky EMO Variety Show
Warped + Whipped: A Kinky EMO Variety Show
Friday, August 14, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Atlanta Songwriters Club Meet Up
Atlanta Songwriters Club Meet Up
Monday, August 10, 2026 · 7:30 PM
The Cabaret Club: House, Soul, R&B Dance Party w/ Live Performances
The Cabaret Club: House, Soul, R&B Dance Party w/ Live Performances
Friday, July 31, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Megan K. Hill is F.A.B. (2 Fast 2 Furious) by NocolocoCreative
Megan K. Hill is F.A.B. (2 Fast 2 Furious) by NocolocoCreative
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 8:00 PM
JOY DEFICIT: A Monthly Live Performance Event
JOY DEFICIT: A Monthly Live Performance Event
Monday, July 27, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Sunday School for Sinners: NUNS ON BROADWAY
Sunday School for Sinners: NUNS ON BROADWAY
Sunday, July 26, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Hex & the City: Wet, Hot, ATL Summer
Hex & the City: Wet, Hot, ATL Summer
Saturday, July 25, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Mike Walton Quartet: John Coltrane 100th Birthday Celebration
Mike Walton Quartet: John Coltrane 100th Birthday Celebration
Thursday, July 23, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Keena Graham presents Ladies in the Round '26
Keena Graham presents Ladies in the Round '26
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Monster Show For Monsters
Monster Show For Monsters
Monday, July 20, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Sade vs Prince JAM (BadAsh Allstar Team)
Sade vs Prince JAM (BadAsh Allstar Team)
Sunday, July 19, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Boom! Trio
Boom! Trio
Saturday, July 18, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 · 9:00 PM
BRIE BRIE: EMOTIONAL SUPPORT VOCALS by NocolocoCreative
BRIE BRIE: EMOTIONAL SUPPORT VOCALS by NocolocoCreative
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 · 8:00 PM
The Ridibund Chamber Music Society's Spring 2026 World Tour of Atlanta & Decatur
The Ridibund Chamber Music Society's Spring 2026 World Tour of Atlanta & Decatur
Sunday, June 28, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Khari Cabral Simmons LIVE at Red Light Cafe!
Khari Cabral Simmons LIVE at Red Light Cafe!
Saturday, June 27, 2026 · 8:00 PM
EyeCU — Live Band w/ Fire Performance!
EyeCU — Live Band w/ Fire Performance!
Friday, June 26, 2026 · 8:30 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday Jazz Jam w/ the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam with the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam with the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Monster Show For Monsters
Monday, May 18, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam with the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Wednesday Jazz Jam with the Gordon Vernick Quartet
Gordon Vernick Quartet
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 9:00 PM
Monday Night Fights with Havoc Movement
Havoc Movement
Monday, May 4, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Ben Farmer's Music Student Open Mic
Ben Farmer
Sunday, May 3, 2026 · 6:00 PM
CONTROL: Darkwave & Dark Synthpop Night
Saturday, May 2, 2026 · 9:00 PM

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Intimate listening room. Americana, folk, blues, jazz, and variety. Artist-friendly atmosphere. Booking through redlightcafe.com.

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