Written by Rebecca Hollman
Photos by Ismael Quintanilla III and Pooneh Ghana
The music doesn’t stop when the festival gates close. Shaky Knees has officially unveiled its 2026 Late Night Shows, giving fans even more opportunities to catch some of this year’s biggest artists in intimate venues throughout Atlanta after each festival day wraps up. Tickets are on sale now, and several shows are already seeing high demand—including Jimmy Eat World, which has officially sold out.
Taking place on Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, the official aftershows bring festival artists to iconic Atlanta venues including The Masquerade, Center Stage, Terminal West, and The Earl. Better yet, $1 from every ticket sold benefits Songs For Kids, supporting music education programs for children.
Friday, September 18
Friday night’s lineup offers something for nearly every type of festivalgoer.
Alternative rock legends Jimmy Eat World will headline The Masquerade’s Heaven stage in what’s already become the hottest ticket of the weekend, while post-punk icons The Rapture bring their dancefloor-ready catalog to The Masquerade’s Hell.
Fans looking for indie favorites can catch Peach Pit at Terminal West, while jam lovers have the opportunity to spend the night with Congress at Center Stage Theatre.
Elsewhere, UK indie rockers Geordie Greep perform at Center Stage Vinyl, Cartel returns to Atlanta with a hometown performance at The Masquerade’s Purgatory, and psychedelic jazz collective Psychedelic Porn Crumpets closes out the evening with a special 21+ show at The Earl.
Saturday, September 19
Saturday shifts gears with an equally stacked slate of performances.
Hardcore heavyweights Knocked Loose are set to deliver one of the most intense aftershows of the weekend inside The Masquerade’s Heaven, while indie rock veterans Modest Mouse headline Center Stage Theatre.
Fans of alternative rock won’t want to miss Hot Mulligan at The Masquerade’s Hell, and rising indie favorites The Two Lips perform in Purgatory.
Terminal West hosts punk outfit FCUKERS, Villanelle takes over Center Stage Vinyl, and electronic producer Nate Sib rounds out the night inside The Loft.
Keep the Festival Going
One of the best parts of Shaky Knees weekend is that the music doesn’t end when the headliners leave Piedmont Park. The official Late Night Shows have become a festival tradition, offering fans the chance to experience artists in much smaller venues while exploring some of Atlanta’s best live music spaces.
Whether you’re chasing an intimate indie set, a high-energy hardcore pit, or a late-night dance party, this year’s aftershows offer plenty of reasons to stay out long after the festival closes each evening.
Tickets are available now, with select shows already selling quickly. Visit the official Shaky Knees Late Night Shows page to view the complete schedule and purchase tickets before they’re gone. Shaky Knees Late Night Shows