If you’re in the mood for live music in Ellijay, GA, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the large number of options that this small mountain town provides! From relaxed acoustic sets to upbeat full bands and festivals, there are lots of places to soak in the sounds all year long.

If you want to stay close to town for Ellijay live music, check the lineups at Cartecay River Brewing Co and The Pub. If you’d enjoy a trip into the wine country, most of the Ellijay wineries have live music scheduled on weekend afternoons, and a couple even host a weeknight open mic night each week! Find more details on these Ellijay music venues below.

 

Live Music in Ellijay GA

Whether you want something close to town or wouldn’t mind a drive to see a scenic mountain view, there are many great options for live music in Ellijay, Georgia! Check these Ellijay venues’ social media and websites to find when and where to see live music in Ellijay Georgia!

 

Ellijay Live Music Venues

These Ellijay locations offer a regular rotation of live music performances. Check websites and social media for detailed schedules for each live music venue. The music is usually set up on outdoor stages during warmer months, and set up inside on rainy days and during cooler months.

 

Buckley Vineyards

Enjoy indoor or outdoor seating at Buckley Vineyards in Ellijay’s wine country. The winery is open daily and features food trucks and live music on the weekends.

• Call: +1 (706) 972-2080
• Address: 708 Henry Evans Rd, Ellijay GA
• Email: buckleyvineyards@gmail.com
• Website: buckleyvineyards.com
• Facebook: Buckley Vineyards is rated 5.0 with 50+ reviews and 4,300+ likes
• TripAdvisor: Buckley Vineyards is rated 5.0 with 10+ reviews

 

Cartecay River Brewing Co

This riverfront, dog-friendly craft brewery is about a mile from the downtown Ellijay Square and features live music on Fridays and Saturdays.

• Call: +1 (706) 395-8985
• Address: 26 River Terrace, Ellijay, GA
• Email: info@cartecayriverbrewing.com
• Website: cartecayriverbrewing.com
• Facebook: Cartecay River Brewing Company is rated 4.4 with 350+ reviews and 3,900+ likes
• TripAdvisor: Cartecay River Brewing Company is rated 5.0 with 20+ reviews

 

Cartecay Vineyards

Relax on the chimney patio overlooking the vines or on swings and hammocks scattered around the property. Enjoy live music performances on weekend afternoons.

• Call: +1 (706) 698-9463
• Address: 5704 Clear Creek Rd, Ellijay, GA
• Email: cartecayvineyards@hotmail.com
• Website: cartecayvineyards.com
• Facebook: Cartecay Vineyards is rated 4.3 with 1,650+ reviews and 10,000+ likes
• TripAdvisor: Cartecay Vineyards is rated 4.0 with 200+ reviews

 

Engelheim Vineyards

The vineyard winery is open daily, and features live music performances by local artists on weekends. Check social media for the most current live music schedule.

• Call: +1 (706) 635-9463
• Address: 127 Lakeview Road, Ellijay, GA
• Email: sales@engelheim.com
• Website: engelheim.com
• Facebook: Engelheim Vineyards is rated 4.5 with 1,000+ reviews and 7,900+ likes
• TripAdvisor: Engelheim Vineyards (Ellijay) is rated 4.5 with 150+ reviews
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Grapes and Ladders Vineyards and Winery

This charming Ellijay winery has live music a few times per week on the covered outdoor stage (weather permitting). Visit on Thursdays for Open Mic Night and on Saturdays and Sundays for live music performances from local artists.

• Call: +1 (678) 492-9861
• Address: 2317 GA-382 West, Ellijay GA
• Website: grapesandladderswinery.com
• Facebook: Grapes and Ladders is rated 5.0 with 40+ reviews and 1,500+ likes
• TripAdvisor: Grapes and Ladders Winery is rated 5.0

 

Ott Vineyards and Winery

Visit Ott Vineyards for the variety of estate wines, panoramic mountain vineyard views, and great local musicians! Check online for the lineup of local artists scheduled on the weekends, or visit on Tuesday night for the weekly Open Mic performances.

• Call: +1 (706) 273-1891
• Address: 230 Henry Evans Road, Ellijay, GA
• Email: OttVineyard@gmail.com
• Website: ottvineyards.com
• Facebook: Ott Vineyards and Winery is rated 4.4 with 1,400+ reviews and 7,700+ likes
• TripAdvisor: Ott Farms and Vineyard is rated 4.5 with 45+ reviews

 

The Pub

The Pub in East Ellijay is open daily for lunch and dinner and stays open late (until 2:00 am on Thu, Fri, and Sat). Stop by for the pub menu and check social media for weekly event details including live music, trivia, karaoke, and DJs who spin dance tunes late into the night!

• Call: +1 (706) 927-4038
• Address: 941 Maddox Dr, Ste 230, East Ellijay, GA
• Email: aletha_merwin@yahoo.com
• Facebook: The Pub is rated 4.5 with 250+ reviews and 2,900+ likes
• TripAdvisor: The Pub 

 

Reece’s Cider Company

This pet-friendly Ellijay craft cidery has a nice variety of hard cider on tap plus a newly released hard seltzer. The cidery is open daily, featuring food trucks and afternoons of live music on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays! Watch for progress on their new space which should be opening in Fall 2023!

• Phone: +1 (706) 635-2775
• Address: 9110 Georgia Highway 52, Ellijay, GA
• Website: reecescidercompany.com
• Facebook: Reece’s Cider Co.  is rated 5.0 with 25+ reviews and 2,400+ likes
• TripAdvisor: Reece’s Cider Co. is rated 4.5 with 5+ reviews

 

Roo Mountain Vineyards

This new vineyard and winery offers a relaxing outdoor space to enjoy wines, scenic mountain views, and live music on the weekend afternoons. Stay tuned for updates as a second construction phase is underway to build a main tasting room and an outdoor amphitheater!

• Phone: +1 (706) 502-3935
• Address: 1493 Old Flat Branch Road, Ellijay, GA
• Email: info@roomountainvineyards.com
• Website: roomountainvineyards.com
• Facebook: Roo Mountain Vineyards has 1,400+ likes
• Tripadvisor: Roo Mountain Vineyards

 

Ellijay Live Music Events

In addition to all the great places hosting live music in Ellijay GA, there are also special events to enjoy throughout the year!

• Local Theater Performances – support performances from local choruses, orchestras, jazz bands, and more
• Touring Tribute Bands – enjoy the songs of your favorite big acts with a tribute band performance
• Ellijay Festivals – a unique variety of annual events showcase a wide spectrum of talent
  • Georgia Apple Blossom Festival (May)
  • Ellijay Songwriters Festival (May) – performances from 39 of the area’s top songwriters
  • Blue Ridge Mountains Wine & Jazz Festival (June)
  • Georgia Apple Festival (October)
  • Dancing Goats FolkFest (October)

For more North GA things to do nearby, browse for more great attractions in Ellijay, Jasper, Talking Rock, and Blue Ridge.

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