Hartsfield-Jackson Launches LIVE ATL Concert Series Curated by Dallas Austin
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is turning up the volume on Atlanta’s cultural influence with the launch of LIVE ATL, a new concert series curated by legendary Atlanta producer Dallas Austin. As part of ATL’s ongoing Gates to Goals campaign, the series will bring live music and authentic Atlanta energy directly to travelers and visitors in the Airport’s Domestic Atrium.
The three-part series will take place from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on May 29, June 18 and July 15, showcasing Atlanta’s rich musical legacy while spotlighting the next generation of artists shaping the city’s sound.
“Atlanta’s influence on music and culture is recognized around the world, and LIVE ATL provides an opportunity to celebrate that legacy with the millions of passengers who travel through our Airport each year,” said Ricky Smith, General Manager of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. “As we continue preparing to welcome the world for FIFA World Cup 2026, we are proud to create experiences that showcase the creativity, diversity and energy that make Atlanta unlike any other city.”
The inaugural concert, taking place Friday, May 29, will feature performances by emerging artists Ansley, Hero The Band, and additional local talent.
Curated by Dallas Austin, one of Atlanta’s most influential music producers, LIVE ATL is designed to immerse travelers in the sounds and stories that have helped shape the city’s global identity. Through live performances and experiences, the series will celebrate Atlanta’s role as a creative capital while enhancing the passenger experience.
“Atlanta has always been a city that creates culture and inspires the world through music,” said Dallas Austin. “LIVE ATL is about sharing that spirit with visitors from around the globe and giving travelers a true taste of the creativity that makes this city special.”
LIVE ATL is one of several activations under ATL’s Gates to Goals campaign, an initiative designed to welcome residents and visitors ahead of and during FIFA World Cup 2026 while highlighting the people, culture and experiences that define Atlanta.
LIVE ATL Concert Series
Location: Domestic Atrium, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- May 29, 2026
- June 18, 2026
- July 15, 2026
Passengers, Airport employees and visitors are encouraged to stop by and experience the soundtrack of Atlanta through live performances, cultural storytelling and unforgettable entertainment.


