The Red & Black compiles a weekly roundup of shows and events for the upcoming weekend. This weekend includes Athens Brewsic Fest, Kempt’s fifth anniversary, the Keepin’ It Clean Dirty Dance Party presented by the Board of Keep Athens-Clarke County Beautiful, and more.

Thursday, August 22

LIVE MUSIC

WHAT: Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, a four-piece band known for their high-energy mix of funk, rock and psychedelic groove, will perform at the Georgia Theatre. The Maryland-based quartet recently released its seventh album, “Day in Time.”

WHERE: Georgia Theatre

WHEN: Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm

PRICE: $27.75+

COMEDY

WHAT: Athentic Brewing Company hosts a live comedy night featuring comedians from Athens and Atlanta including Arma Benoit, Gabe McAteer, Ryan Schrilla and more.

WHERE: Athentic Brewing Company

WHEN: 8pm to 9:30pm

PRICE: $7

FLEETWOOD MAC

WHAT: Moxie Events presents The Fleetwood Mac Experience, a tribute band that will recreate the look and sound of Fleetwood Mac throughout the evening. The evening will include hits such as Dreams, Go Your Own Way, Landslide, Silver Springs and more.

WHERE: Morton Theatre

WHEN: 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

PRICE: $29+

Friday, August 23

SHOWGIRL CABARET

WHAT: Hendershot’s will host a drag show for Athens Showgirl Cabaret’s “Fabulous Fridays.” This week, Belli Dance Company will perform for the Pride edition of the show, along with music from DJ Mike Hunt. Participants must be 18 years or older.

WHERE: Hendershot’s

WHEN: Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 9pm

PRICE: $5

MORNING AWESOMENESS

WHAT: Rest and recharge among the artwork in the galleries of the Georgia Museum of Art. Experienced mindfulness teachers lead guided meditations, gentle movements, and slow-gazing techniques. Chairs are provided, and no previous experience or special clothing is necessary.

WHERE: Georgia Museum of Art

WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

PRICE: Free

NIGHT HIKE

WHAT: Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services is hosting three evening “night hikes” this fall, allowing participants to explore local trails and enjoy the beauty of the forest at sunset. All minors must be accompanied by an adult and are encouraged to bring a water bottle and hiking shoes. Registration for the event can be completed on the ACC Leisure Services website.

WHERE: Sandy Creek Nature Center Trails

WHEN: 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

PRICE: $2 for ACC residents, $3 for non-residents

Saturday, August 24

KEMPT ANNIVERSARY

WHAT: Kempt, a modern men’s clothing store in Athens, is celebrating its fifth anniversary with all-day discounts, raffles and giveaways, plus live music from DJ Chief Rocka from 11am-3pm and happy hour starting at 3pm.

WHERE: Kempt

WHEN: All day

PRICE: Free entry

BREWSIC FEST

WHAT: GoinSolo Events and Terrapin Beer Company will partner with nonprofit organization Athenspets to present Athens Brewsic Fest, an event featuring local vendors, pets available for adoption, live music from numerous bands, and a selection of craft beer.

WHERE: Terrapin Beer Company

WHEN: 2pm to 10pm

PRICE: Free entry

DANCE PARTY

WHAT: Keep Athens-Clarke County Beautiful presents the Keepin’ it Clean Dirty Dance Party, an evening of dance performances and plenty of time for attendees to dance themselves. The event raises money for the organization’s mission to advocate for a cleaner, more beautiful environment. Attendees can also enter a raffle beforehand and purchase dinner at the event.

WHERE: Little Kings Shuffle Club

WHEN: 5pm to 9pm

PRICE: $5 entrance donation

Sunday, August 25

MARIO KART TOURNAMENT

WHAT: Prove your skills on the track at Athentic Brewing Company’s Lazy Sunday Mario Kart 8 tournament. Each round, players compete in three races against three other players, and the top two from each round advance to the next round. If you have a preferred setup, you’ll want to bring your own controller. Also, early registration on the brewery’s website is recommended, as the event is limited to 128 participants.

WHERE: Athentic Brewing Company

WHEN: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

PRICE: Free

FREE YOGA

WHAT: Join Fuel Hot Yoga for a range of free yoga classes on Saturday and Sunday, including Hot Pilates, Fuel Vinyasa, Yin Yoga and more. There will also be giveaways and discounts on yoga equipment during the class. Classes can be booked on the Fuel Hot Yoga website. Cancellations must be made 12 hours in advance.

WHERE: Fuel Hot Yoga

WHEN: All weekend

PRICE: Free

UGA DAWG FESTIVAL

WHAT: Browse through thousands of vintage t-shirts, jackets, pants, jewelry, sneakers and more at DawgFest, which only happens once during the fall semester. The event will feature vintage UGA gear, basketball jerseys, leather and denim and more. Dogs and pets are welcome.

WHERE: Classic Center Pavilion

WHEN: 12pm to 5pm

PRICE: Free

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