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The Location

Live Wire Athens is a different type of wedding and event venue! We do not have white walls and wood floors! We are ideally located in the northwest corner of downtown Athens, Georgia. This dramatic space showcases authentic industrial details, including exposed brick, expansive skylights, steel beams, and concrete floors. Featuring both indoor and outdoor spaces with multiple concert stages, Live Wire Athens is a versatile venue suitable for a range of events, including weddings, private parties, corporate functions, banquets, and concerts. As a locally owned and operated venue by the Robertson Family, Live Wire Athens leverages its rich history in the Athens music scene and exceptional event expertise to deliver unparalleled service and ensure a memorable experience for you and your guests. Check out our website for more details and photos...https://www.livewireathens.com/weddings

The Spaces

The Garden Courtyard creates an undeniably romantic mood, adorned with enchanting lights and open to the Athens sky. Seasonal blooms offer colorful displays throughout the year. Enhanced privacy with natural plant buffers.

The Parlor is a sophisticated space featuring a sleek granite bar top with a dramatic Herringbone tiled facade, and stylish industrial beverage shelving. The intimate setting provides the perfect place for your guests to enjoy casual conversation over a luxe cocktail or local craft beer.

Experience industrial charm as grand doors open from The Parlor to Robertson Hall, revealing walls of vintage brick and reclaimed wood. Here, you will find an open floor plan, main stage with Privacy Suite access. The exposed ceiling, chandeliers, and polished concrete floors add a touch of modern sophistication. Amp up your celebration with live entertainment, professional lighting, and audio provided by our experienced team.

The Privacy Suite is tailored for a relaxing moment at any time you choose. Here you will find a touch of vintage design but with modern conveniences. Hang backstage with a rare portrait of Mick & Paul. Play a little guitar on a 1957 Danelectro. Set the mood as you get ready and vibe with your wedding party.

Our Dedication

We know that event planning can sometimes be overwhelming, but don’t fret. At Live Wire Athens, we are eager to demonstrate our exceptional customer service to give you the individual attention you deserve for your custom occasion!

We stand by our tagline:

Family Hospitality with Professional Service for Your Custom Occasion.


Facilities and Capacity
Couples can host up to 250 guests in the venue's indoor and outdoor areas with multiple stages, which make for the ideal reception, ceremony or rehearsal dinner location. Your guests will feel the romance in the air as they watch you say your vows in the spacious Garden Courtyard surrounded by natural beauty of the outdoors. The indoor performance stage makes this space the perfect area for your wedding band to jam the night away.

Services and Amenities
Live Wire Athens provides various wedding and event planning services to assist in planning a memorable day that you will treasure for a lifetime. For couples looking to add fun items to enhance their wedding experience, photo booths, and corn hole are available. See all the reasons to choose Live Wire Athens:

  • Privacy Suite
  • Outdoor and Indoor Ceremony options
  • All-inclusive Packages with Staffing
  • Packages for Rehearsal Dinners & Welcome Parties
  • Set-up/Clean-up by LWA Staff
  • Event Rentals
  • Fully Stocked In-house Bar
  • Liability Insurance
  • Entertainment Booking
  • Fully Equipped Mainstage
  • Additional Pro Lighting and Sound
  • Chair & Table Options
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Tenting
  • Outside vendors with incentives for booking Preferred Vendors

    Distinguishing Features:
  • Privacy with exclusive use of the entire property
  • Staff who are solely focused on you and your event
  • Expansive outdoor Garden Courtyard
  • Urban chic vibe
  • Convenience to bars, hotels, and downtown
  • Professionally installed state of the art sound system
  • Late night availability until 2 am
  • Extensive bar selection with over 300 beverages
  • Custom bar packages
  • Dog Friendly


  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$4,995

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,995

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,000

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Banquet Hall
Brewery
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail Reception
Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

July
August

Reviews of Live Wire Athens

B
B Campbell Sent on 11/17/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Livewire Athens

Erin was excellent in helping to recommend vendors and general guidance. All of the staff members were very professional and exceeded my expectations for service, including helping with on the fly changes.
Julia
Julia Sent on 07/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue in Downtown Athens

We couldn't imagine getting married anywhere else! Live Wire is a family owned business with a true family feel. All of their staff were incredible leading up to and on our big day. As an Athens local it was incredible to get to regularly visit Live Wire at their public events (shout out to Tiki Taco Tuesday) as it made the space feel like home. If you are looking for a unique venue for an amazing party - this is the spot!!
Kellie
Kellie Sent on 12/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience, professional staff

We chose Live Wire Athens for our wedding reception because of its location, aesthetic, and positive reviews from previous weddings. The staff was responsive and provided helpful recommendations for additional vendors. Erin and co. were fast to communicate and respond to our questions and helped us coordinate and plan from across the country. We loved the space (before and after the remodel) and the way it reflected our personal style. Folks loved the customized marquee sign, as well. The lush greenery outside was gorgeous for our early November reception. Many thanks to Erin and her staff for making our day magical; Go Dawgs!
L
Lauren Sent on 12/27/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Elegance + Athens Charm = Perfect Venue

We could not be more excited for our big day, and feel that we couldn't have found a better venue for our wedding. As lovers of the Athens music and bar scene, LiveWire Athens offers the perfect balance between elegance and Athens charm. There isn't a venue in the world that is more "us"! Erin has been incredible in helping us customize our day by offering a variety of packages that fit our wishlist for a reasonable price. As soon as Erin gave us the tour and went over their packages, there wasn't a need to look at other venues. Erin is super responsive with communications and so easy to work with. We are over the moon excited for our big day! Thank you Erin, and everyone at LiveWire Athens!
A
Alyssa Sent on 12/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Easiest decision we made!

Live wire and their staff are so easy to work with. Erin has answered all of our questions along the way and has made wedding planning a breeze. Can’t wait to see our reception night unfold.
Michael
Michael Sent on 12/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Venue for Wedding Anniversary Party

My wife Morgan and I have enjoyed working with Live Wire. We decided to have an anniversary party since we didn't have a wedding due to COVID. After speaking with different vendors it was clear the Live Wire Athens was the right choice. They offer great flexibility and are very responsive to all our questions.
E
Elise Sent on 12/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Exactly what we were looking for

LiveWire was exactly the venue we were looking for! Erin has been extremely responsive and flexible. They allow you to build your dream wedding, and have a lot of customizable options. Our wedding has not happened yet, but we have had a great experience so far and can’t wait to have it at LiveWire!
Melanie
Melanie Sent on 12/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

They were very responsive, affordable, and positive.

We are having a unique wedding experience, and Live Wire was amazing and supportive of our plans. When we went by to show our family the venue, they invited us in to see all the amazing new renovations and share their story. We are very excited to start our life together there!
J
Jeni Sent on 06/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Smooth planning process with Erin and Erika at Live Wire made for a relaxing and enjoyable rehearsal dinner !!

Erin and Erika at LiveWire made planning my first ever and very special rehearsal dinner for my son and daughter in law. They explained the timeline and deadlines for head-counts, menus and other items needed well in advance so that I never felt rushed or unprepared!!

By the time we got to a week away from the event we had everything settled and had communicated each and every detail. We were able to enjoy the evening with the help Of Live Wires attentive staff.
A
Anna Sent on 12/21/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Really Easy Process and Beautiful Venue

We have been impressed with LiveWire's responsiveness, thoroughness, integrity, and flexibility. We can't wait to celebrate there!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
In Good Spirits, Bartending & Photo Booths In Good Spirits, Bartending & Photo Booths Wedding Caterers

Having worked with Live Wire Athens through a variety of events, including weddings, concerts, festivals, and corporate parties, we have seen first hand their attention to detail and their willingness to put the customer first. The Robertson family goes above and beyond, not only for their clients, but treats all vendors and employees with respect and gratitude. In the 4 years we have worked with Live Wire Athens we have only had positive experiences. We highly recommend the venue and those who run it, for any of your event needs!

Clack Bartending Clack Bartending Bar Services & Beverages

An awesome venue with amazing hospitable owners. A very unique location close to the heart of downtown Athens. Plenty of room for your guests in addition to a world class sized patio and deck outside.

Trumps Catering Trumps Catering Wedding Caterers

Live Wire is a wonderful space for all types of events! It's amazing downtown location can't be beat, especially when you see their outdoor space. They also have great existing equipment for live music!

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5.0 out of 5 rating , 75 reviews
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Trumps Catering
4.9 out of 5 rating , 219 reviews
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Gardenia Floral Design
4.9 out of 5 rating , 73 reviews
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In Good Spirits, Bartending & Photo Booths
5.0 out of 5 rating , 64 reviews
· Wedding Caterers

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Live Wire Athens frequently asked questions

Live Wire Athens includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Live Wire Athens includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
The space offered by Live Wire Athens for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Banquet Hall
  • Brewery
  • Garden
Live Wire Athens offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Live Wire Athens offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Live Wire Athens offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Live Wire Athens offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
Live Wire Athens is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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