Grizz Fest II Music Festival Returns to Atlanta

Annual event honors late local music icons with full day of regional acts.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 7:30pm

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A dynamic, abstract illustration composed of overlapping geometric shapes in shades of blue, orange, and grey, conveying the energy and diversity of a music festival.Grizz Fest II celebrates Atlanta's rich musical heritage with a lineup of regional acts honoring the legacies of local icons.Atlanta Today

Grapevine Talent is bringing back Grizz Fest II, an all-day music festival in Atlanta honoring the legacies of late local music icons Kevin "The Grizz" Meadors, Jay Mecredy, and Danny Simmons. The event will feature a lineup of many amazing regional acts performing from 3:30 PM to 11 PM, with all seating and standing room available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Why it matters

Grizz Fest has become an annual tradition in the Atlanta music scene, celebrating the city's rich musical heritage and the influential figures who helped shape it. The festival provides a platform for up-and-coming regional artists to showcase their talents and connect with music fans.

The details

Grizz Fest II will take place on April 19, 2026 at an undisclosed location in Atlanta. The event is being organized by Grapevine Talent and is sponsored by local businesses Music on Main St. (Lilburn) and The Goldman Firm. Doors will open at 3 PM, with the music program running from 3:30 PM to 11 PM.

  • Grizz Fest II will take place on April 19, 2026.
  • Doors will open at 3 PM, with the music program running from 3:30 PM to 11 PM.

The players

Grapevine Talent

The event organizer bringing many amazing regional acts to perform at Grizz Fest II.

Kevin "The Grizz" Meadors

A late local music icon being honored at Grizz Fest II.

Jay Mecredy

A late local music icon being honored at Grizz Fest II.

Danny Simmons

A late local music icon being honored at Grizz Fest II.

Music on Main St. (Lilburn)

A proud sponsor of Grizz Fest II.

The Goldman Firm

A proud sponsor of Grizz Fest II.

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What’s next

Organizers have promised more updates on the Grizz Fest II lineup and event details in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

Grizz Fest II provides a platform for regional artists to showcase their talents and connect with music fans, while also honoring the legacies of influential local music icons who have passed away.