The City of Atlanta, in partnership with Jon Stover & Associates, released a landmark study detailing the substantial economic impact and the vibrant cultural significance of Atlanta’s nightlife. The "Atlanta Nightlife Impact Report" provides an analysis of the industry's nearly $5.1 billion annual economic contribution and its role in supporting more than 41,000 jobs across the city.

"Our Administration’s Nightlife Division has already made invaluable contributions not only to the industry, small businesses and the culture—it has played a key role in non-policing efforts to bring our crime rates down over the past three years through outreach and quarterly events like Training Day," said Mayor Andre Dickens. "We are dedicated to implementing smart strategies to preserve and enhance the vibrancy and safety of our nightlife industry, so it remains a cornerstone of Atlanta’s cultural and economic framework."

As a pivotal economic and cultural cornerstone, Atlanta's nightlife serves as a major economic force and a defining aspect of the city's identity. The industry attracts both residents and visitors to its diverse offerings in dining, music, and entertainment. Nightlife is a crucial lifeline within Atlanta’s economic landscape, infusing our city with energy and supporting thousands of jobs. This report not only shows the robustness of this sector but also highlights the essential support and development needed to nurture its continued growth.

Despite its successes, Atlanta's nightlife industry faced challenges, primarily from the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, which include increased operational costs and changing consumer behaviors.

To combat these issues and promote a thriving night-time economy, the report outlines several strategic recommendations including:

• Strengthen Safety and Security: Increasing the safety around nightlife venues to boost patron confidence.

• Support Economic Resilience: Ensuring the sustainability of nightlife venues through economic downturns.

• Market and Branding Initiatives: Leveraging Atlanta’s historic nightlife culture to enhance its current brand and draw.

• Foster Collaboration: Building stronger networks among nightlife business owners, workers and City officials.

The report is the result of extensive stakeholder engagement, including insights from more than 550 local business owners, workers and patrons, ensuring a wide array of perspectives were considered to shape the future of Atlanta's nightlife.

The City of Atlanta remains a premier destination for nightlife and entertainment, celebrated for its dynamic blend of music, dining and cultural events that cater to a diverse audience.

To learn more about the Mayor’s Office of Film, Entertainment and Nightlife, visit this website.