This is a great concert venue for local artists or anyone looking for a more intimate setting. Upon…read morearrival, there are two parking options, both with plenty of space. IDs are checked at the door for those planning to drink inside. The venue is standing room only, but as long as you're tall enough, there really isn't a bad spot. There are several bars throughout, as well as a small eatery to the right of the stage with lite bites and tables, plus screens so you can still catch the performance. I've been to two shows here so far and definitely look forward to many more!

I was really excited to check out this place while I was in Atlanta, but it was a bit of a letdown…read more First off, the neighborhood you have to drive through is frightening. As someone who travels often and is never afraid of rough areas, I was dreading having to stop at any of the red lights. Once inside the venue, both bartenders I interacted with seemed extremely unenthusiastic to serve drinks or help me- a total turnoff. Their attitude was subpar, and after two negative interactions, I decided to just stop drinking here. On a positive note, the sound quality, bathrooms, and stage area were great. I wouldn't be in a rush to return though.

Pulled up to this location for a Sunday Funday event on 11/17/24 sponsored by Sip Shop Eat! There…read morewere really cool vendors here (many black owned). We bought scrubs, lip glosses, sun glasses and because we were VIP (had to purchase tickets) we could drink during the event, it was so much fun! They will be back in May 2025 and will probably go again! Such an Awesome event, free parking! Also received tote bag to put your new purchased items in and a great keepsake to use!

Came here for an event called beats n ballards which is an open mic event. The inside is cool and…read morehas different studios inside. Parking can be tricky, luckily I took an Uber, appears there is street parking. The space is nice but the area is not the best.

Really dope gallery space and agency in atl. We were in town on a mural project and decided to…read more drop in for the "locals only" show opening featuring 80+ artists from Atlanta. Really strong show... was also cool that they were doing a team up with the center of puppeteering and had a bunch of Jim Henson and puppet creations on display as well as a BTS photo exhibit in one of the rooms. Look forward to visiting again the next time I'm in town.

Such a great space for art! I can't wait to go back for an opening. Really amazing works and lovely…read morehumans. And there's parking!

One of the best things about the Schwartz Center for Performing Arts at Emory is that many…read moreperformances are open to the public and completely free, even parking (at certain times). Check out the Emory arts calendar for a schedule of upcoming performances at http://arts.emory.edu/calendar/index.html. You can park for free in the Fishburne parking deck which is conveniently located right next to the Schwartz Center. Parking rates apply, Monday-Friday, 7am-5pm, but the deck is free otherwise. On October 20, 2017, I attended the world premiere of the short film "In Her Image" (2017), written and directed by Emory alumnus Nikoloz Kevkhishvili. What was unique about this premiere was it took place in the Schwartz Center's Emerson Concert Hall (seating capacity: 825) and the Emory Wind Ensemble played the musical soundtrack to the film live as we watched it on a projected screen above the stage. The score for the movie was composed by Emory's director of orchestral studies, Richard Prior. I've been to independent film festivals and independent movie screenings/premieres before and In Her Image (official website: https://www.inherimagefilm.com/ | IMDb link: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt7483328/) was better than I expected. If you're a fan of high quality, well-made, and well-acted short films, it's worth checking out. The premiere was preceded by three arrangements performed by the Emory Wind Ensemble and an additional arrangement after the premiere. They were: 1. Four Scottish Dances (1957) by Malcolm Arnold (1921-2006) 2. Aria Della Battaglia (1567) by Andrea Gabrieli (1510-1586) 3. Suite from Mass (1971) by Leonard Bernstein (1918-1990) - Film Premiere - 4. Zion (1994) by Dan Welcher (b. 1948) I was impressed with the quality of the performances. They were outstanding. They were conducted by Paul Bhasin who is Emory's director of wind studies. My favorite arrangement was the Suite from Mass which was written for the opening of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. It sounded magical like a John Williams score from a Steven Spielberg movie. Five brass soloists from the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra joined the Emory Wind Ensemble for the suite. They were Stuart Stephenson (trumpet), Michael Tiscione (trumpet), Jaclyn Rainey (horn), Samuel Schlosser (trombone), and Michael Moore (tuba). The entire program, including the movie, lasted only about 1.5 hours. As for the Schwartz Center itself, it is very nice. It opened in February 2003. For comparison, the Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech opened in April 1992 with a 1,155-seat auditorium. The concert hall is two stories and features a 45-pipe organ. There were staff members on the first and second level concourses greeting attendees and handing out descriptive programs. Seating was general admission. The seats were comfortable and there was not a bad seat in the house. Every seat seemed to have good to great sight lines and viewing angles. The acoustics were terrific. Along with the concert hall, the Schwartz Center also has a dance studio, theater lab and observatory, rehearsal hall, and classrooms. Outside, there is a courtyard with beautiful tree lights. The Schwartz Center is located on the southern end of Emory's campus. It's just a stone's throw away from Emory Village which has several great dining options like Double Zero, Falafel King, Keba, Rise-n-Dine, and Wagaya.

A beautiful venue that showcases some wonderful music groups throughout the year. Many concerts are…read morefree, so check it out for sure! The seats are comfortable and the acoustics are good. Nice bathrooms and overall a high quality feel to the venue. It is part of Emory University. Parking can be a pain if the deck next door fills up.

One of my favorite little corners of West Midtown to steal away to! It's inside of Westside Motor…read moreLounge, but has a separate bar in a different building. The decor is vintage but comfy, and the room with the DJ booth is bathed in blue light. In short, it's giving grown and sexy. The drinks are quality and decently priced compared to other establishments in the area. The events they curate for their calendar bring a crowd that enhances the experience even more. Most recently, we stopped by for Love Jones and heard soulful love songs all night...the best!

Came here for Groove Theory on Wednesday. It was such a dope environment. I will definitely visit…read more I had an espresso martini and it was amazing. Can't wait to return

Long over due to review this spot! In town, but if the beaten path event space that hosts…read moreeverything from corporate parties, wedding receptions, world class DJs and more. I went here for the #BronxDay in Atlanta party last year and attended the #AtlantaSoulKitchen party most recently. The space had an intimate 2nd floor for overflow and VIP. No bar but there are two downstairs. The venue can be expanded to the adjoining property to make it one large venue or a smaller function. Parking can fill up fast and the neighborhood is developing. I suggest checking it out when they host the next big event!

Where do I start? I usually don't write bad reviews because I know some businesses just have bad…read moredays and people are human. However, this may have been the worst experience of my life. I've only been to Atlanta once but if this is how they treat people here I will never come back. The manager or owner or whoever I spoke with was extremely rude, unprofessional and came off a bit racist. The bathrooms are not sanitary and we're in the middle of a pandemic. Saw bugs in certain areas and the manager tried to blame it on a recent storm. The worst!!!! Take your money elsewhere.

I attended the Saturday Chef's Market at Pullman Yards with his sister yesterday and we had a…read morespectacular time. This is a very popular and awesome experience for the whole family. There are multiple vendors, a Balloon Museum, and an indoor space for events and art with a chill lounge with images that pay homage to the history of the Pullman Porters. I strongly recommend this experience and that you arrive around 12 noon because it gets crowded quickly. Admission is free but you pay each vendor as you purchase. This is an every Saturday evening beginning at 1 p.m. through 5 p.m. EST. There is both paid and on the street free street parking on Arizona. There is no specific Yelp profile for Pullman Yards or the Chef's Market so this is the only option I could find about the venue.

Every galley show UTA has I make sure I'm available to attend! The artists they featured have such…read moregreat pieces and they always have great complimentary refreshments to offer. UTA has blessed Atlanta's art scene so much and I as a appreciator of the arts am grateful

Wait, how have I driven past this place several times and not knew it existed? We came here in…read morecelebration of me getting licensed for work, and I was surprised when I was told we were going to see a show at a place i'd never knew existed! We came for a spoken word event called "Identity", a production of the Story Collider, which cost only $10/adult. This event had 5 scientists get on stage and provide stories of their lives and how science played a part in their self discovery. The Highland Inn Ballroom was an excellent choice for this event. Intimate feel, but enough seats to seat a full room of folks. Small stage, but again, increased intimate feel, adjacent full bar that was active and serving customers throughout the night., and lots of lovely interior to stroll through and photograph. About the only thing I could complain about was that at times the AC didn't appear to be working as well as it could, and it was very warm. Even the warm temperature was addressed Parking for the Highland Inn...I laughed when I saw the lot, because it's "THAT" lot that enforces parking if you're trying to slip in for lunch at a nearby restaurant, including Sweet Auburn BBQ, which is next door. That definitely burns you when you're hungry, but you smile when you're going to the inn, since that parking is yours! From N. Highland Ave, the lot goes down sharply since the lot is on a downward slope, but there is an exit at the bottom of the hill that exits out to Blue Ridge ave. Nice! Staff were friendly, the lounge was good for the event, and this hidden in plain site place is worth checking out.

It's hard to believe I've lived in Atlanta for almost 20 years and just made my first visit to the…read moreHighland Inn Ballroom Lounge. I didn't know what I'd been missing. Attending a book reading and signing event - George Saunders, writer extraordinaire, reading from his latest, "Tenth of December" - might be a different experience than the norm, but I thoroughly enjoyed the funky cool vibe of the space. Plenty of room for 150 people or so to mix and mingle, and the wait for the bar was never long. With a $6 special for well drinks, I was a happy girl. Keep an eye out for future book readings here, usually in partnership with A Cappella Books. For an author you like, it's definitely worth the time and expense. The staff is welcoming and friendly, and will happily call a cab for you at the end of the evening.