At West Broad Street, downtown Athens and the University of Georgia meet with historic architecture and canopied walks. A legendary music scene continues to draw fans to live venues — from intimate acoustic to indie to concert halls.

From local businesses to great shows and art around town, Downtown Athens offers a variety of sights, bites, and sounds for everyone.

Downtown Athens promotes and showcases public art and history through Art Walks. Discover all the arts and culture Athens has to offer.

Experience all that downtown Athens offers. Find your new favorite lunch spot, the perfect place for some retail therapy, or just a new shop or spot to try. We have something for everyone. Sort through the listings with the filters below.

Athens Downtown Development Authority. Visit Us: 250 West Broad Street Athens, Georgia 30601. Call Us: 706-353-1421. Follow Us: Newsletter Signup

Downtown Athens is home to some of the greatest music venues around. Catch your favorite artsist live or discover the next big act today.

Working to build a downtown for all Athenians. Formed by state legislation in 1977, the Athens Downtown Development Authority (ADDA) administers the revitalization & redevelopment of the Central Business District.

The Normaltown Flyers got their beginning in Athens during the year 1979 and rose to fame with their regular performances at Allen’s and other regional venues. Eventually, the Flyers attracted the attention of producer Harold Shedd and signed to Mercury/Nashville in 1990.

We exist to support the community of businesses that call Downtown Athens home. Find resources, grant information, and application forms below. Don’t see what you are looking for? …

The mission of the Athens Downtown Development Authority (ADDA) is to promote, to maintain, and to enhance a safe and economically viable central business district by focusing both public and private resources on the fulfillment of downtown’s potential to benefit the entire community.