Name: JapanFest Atlanta 2026
Start: 2026-09-19T10:00:00-04:00
Location: Gas South Convention Center

Gas South Convention Center

Join us for JapanFest's annual celebration honoring the warm, longstanding ties between Japan and the Southeastern United States — voted Best of Georgia in the Festival category in 2024. Presented by JapanFest Inc., a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit, with support from the Japan-America Society of Georgia and the Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Georgia.

Local Event: JapanFest Atlanta 2026

Gwinnett County

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Duluth

Georgia

JapanFest Atlanta 2026

Join us for JapanFest's annual celebration honoring the warm, longstanding ties between Japan and the Southeastern United...

Eddie Owen Presents at Red Clay

Our monthly Jazz Residency - each installment is a tribute to a different jazz legend!
What is the Jazz Legacy Project?
Created in 2015 after an epiphany Justin Varnes had while teaching Jazz History at Georgia State University, the JLP has an ongoing residency at the Velvet Note jazz club in Atlanta, where they have been selling out their performances for 6 years and counting.
Ditching a traditional textbook in favor of playing records and telling stories about the artists to college kids who knew little or nothing about jazz proved to be a big success. It turned out that performing the artist's music and telling their stories in between proved to be an even bigger success.

Local Event: Jazz Legacy Project: A Tribute to John Coltrane’s ‘Blue Train’

Jazz Legacy Project: A Tribute to John...

Our monthly Jazz Residency - each installment is a tribute to a different jazz legend!
What is the Jazz Legacy Project?
Created...

Jazz Legacy Project: A Tribute to John Coltrane’s ‘Blue Train’

Host Yoshee So is an Atlanta-based comedian raised by immigrant parents and 80's &amp; 90's TV sitcoms. As a latch key kid, Yoshee found ways to entertain himself watching sketches, comedy and hours of MTV. He is a founder of the Red Pill Players improv troupe that travel around the world spreading the joy of 'on the spot' funny. He's opened for T.J. Miller and George Wallace and was chosen by NBC as a semifinalist for Standup for Diversity showcase. Yoshee produces multiple shows in the southeast including ATL in the Nash (improv + comedy mash-up show) and Comedy in the Clay (a showcase show of the best comics in the country). These days, you can find him touring the country while raising suburban kids, and managing a Céline Dion fan club.

Local Event:  Stand Up Comedy at the Clay! Hosted by Yoshee

 Stand Up Comedy at the Clay! Hosted by Yoshee

Host Yoshee So is an Atlanta-based comedian raised by immigrant parents and 80's & 90's TV sitcoms. As a latch key kid, Yoshee...

The Ray Howard Band brings to life the sights &amp; sounds of some of EWF’s greatest hits.&nbsp;
Ray Howard has an amazing singing voice, strongly matching Phillip Bailey’s style and vocal range, along with Mr. Eric Moore ‘s robust vocals that add enhancement to Maurice white’s vocal style.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Band has been often complimented and praised for giving true authenticity to EWF’s signature sound.

Local Event: Ray Howard Band Presents The Ultimate Earth, Wind & Fire Experience

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The Ray Howard Band brings to life the sights & sounds of some of EWF’s greatest hits. 
Ray Howard has an amazing singing...

Ray Howard Band Presents The Ultimate Earth, Wind & Fire Experience

"HERE I COME AGAIN" is Run Katie Run's nod to Dolly Parton and everything she's contributed to the world throughout her decades-long career.
The roots-rock band takes Dolly's greatest hits and adds their own flare to these country &amp; pop classics. Katie Coleman (lead singer) has often been compared to Parton and enjoys adding in fun trivia that she's learned about Dolly's life, live show, accomplishments, and songs.
Run Katie Run has been playing at Dollywood- Dolly Parton's theme park in Pigeon Forge, TN- for the past 5 years and their bond to Parton and her catalog of songs is continually strengthened every year.
Enjoy this inspirational and uplifting show of Dolly's songs!

Local Event: Here I Come Again: a nod to Dolly Parton

Here I Come Again: a nod to Dolly Parton

"HERE I COME AGAIN" is Run Katie Run's nod to Dolly Parton and everything she's contributed to the world throughout her...

Will Hoge will release Sweet Misery, the Grammy-nominated artist’s 15th studio album on Friday, August 22. On Sweet Misery, Hoge reminds listeners that he isn’t afraid to break new ground - all while giving a keen nod to his rock and roll roots with the kind of grace and purpose that only comes with experience - without the baggage of predictability. In Will's own words - “Following the re-recording and re-releases of Carousel and Blackbird On A Lonely Wire I found myself really wanting to make a louder, hooky, rock-n-roll band record again. Good stories, big choruses, to make you play it loud and drive fast with the windows down. I was without a band so I enlisted a crew of folks who I love - folks that I believed could really help bring out the bigger ideas in the songs. I hope folks will find some headphones and give it a good, loud listen. Top to bottom, the way albums should be listened to.” 
Will Hoge&nbsp;has a career whose milestones include Number One hits, Grammy nods, major-label record deals, and hard-won independence. Years before Americana music received its own category at the Grammy Awards, Hoge was on the frontlines, helping to pilot and popularize the genre's blend of American roots music. In the current digital era dominated by influencers seeking shortcuts to stardom, Will Hoge proudly treads the scenic route, immersing himself in the journey rather than fixating on the destination.

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Will Hoge

Will Hoge will release Sweet Misery, the Grammy-nominated artist’s 15th studio album on Friday, August 22.  On Sweet Misery,...

Johns Creek United Methodist Church

Join us for A Service of Remembrance for the 25th Anniversary of September 11, 2001.
Organ solos, choral anthems, prayers, scripture, and readings will guide us through the service as we remember the events of that day, retell the story of our pipe organ, and consider both our unique and shared experiences. We will be reminded of God’s providence in all things and encouraged to be a light in our communities.

Local Event: A Service of Remembrance

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Johns Creek

A Service of Remembrance

Join us for A Service of Remembrance for the 25th Anniversary of September 11, 2001.
Organ solos, choral anthems, prayers,...

Banks and Shane&nbsp;(Banks Burgess and Paul Shane) is a folk and Americana-influenced music group based in Atlanta, Georgia. Banks and Shane started performing in the Atlanta area in August 1972 and have entertained with performances around the U.S. and the world on concert stages, at nightclubs, ski resorts, and other venues. With Banks on vocals, banjo, and guitar, and with Shane on vocals, guitar, and trombone, their harmonies and arrangements are complemented by experienced and versatile Atlanta-area musicians.
Banks &amp; Shane&nbsp;have recorded 12 albums since 1972. They owned and operated two Atlanta restaurant/supper clubs (Banks &amp; Shane's&nbsp;in Sandy Springs and in&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Underground_Atlanta" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Underground Atlanta</a>&nbsp;from 1983–1992), and have traveled to Munich, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and London representing the Atlanta Convention &amp; Visitor's Bureau, Delta Air Lines, and The Georgia Hospitality and Travel Association. Throughout their career, Banks &amp; Shane have donated time and talent to dozens of charities and have been cited by both the Governor of Georgia and the Secretary of State of Georgia for their many contributions.

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Banks and Shane

Banks and Shane (Banks Burgess and Paul Shane) is a folk and Americana-influenced music group based in Atlanta, Georgia. Banks...

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DeKalb County

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Level Up Games

Level Up Games is a retail network of tabletop gaming stores serving enthusiasts across Georgia with locations in Athens, Buford, Dawsonville, and Johns Creek. As a dedicated hub for the gaming community, the business provides a comprehensive selection of products and a welcoming environment for players of all ages to explore their hobbies. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to the tabletop scene, Level Up Games offers a reliable destination for all your gaming needs. The store specializes in a wide array of tabletop essentials, including board games, role-playing games, trading card games, and detailed miniatures. Beyond product sales, they provide an extensive range of hobby supplies, such as high-quality paints, brushes, and model-building tools to help you customize your collection. Customers can also take advantage of convenient online preordering for the latest releases, often featuring exclusive savings on popular titles like Warhammer and Magic: The Gathering. Level Up Games distinguishes itself through deep community engagement, hosting regular events and the annual LUG Con gaming convention to bring players together. You can expect a professional, enthusiast-led experience supported by active communication through their Discord and social media channels, ensuring you stay connected to the latest releases and local gaming opportunities.

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Selling in a Buyer's Market - What You Need To Know - CALL AMY FUCHS -404.439.1031

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