The Milk Carton Kids live in Atlanta

Experience The Milk Carton Kids live on September 17th

The Milk Carton Kids will perform at Variety Playhouse in Atlanta, Georgia on September 17, 2026. The duo, Kenneth Pattengale and Joey Ryan, are known for their intricate and harmonically rich folk music. Their style often features just two acoustic guitars and close vocal harmonies, creating a minimalist yet emotionally resonant sound. Emerging in 2011, they gained prominence through extensive touring and self-released albums before signing with Merge Records. Their songwriting frequently explores themes of loneliness, longing, and the complexities of human relationships.

Variety Playhouse originally opened as a movie theatre in 1935, showcasing films during the Golden Age of Hollywood. It underwent renovations and transitioned into a live music venue in the late 1980s. Located in the Little Five Points neighborhood of Atlanta, it has become a significant fixture in the city’s music scene. The venue is recognized for its intimate atmosphere and excellent acoustics, hosting a diverse range of nationally and internationally touring artists across genres including rock, folk, blues, and Americana. It maintains its art deco architectural details from its original construction and has a capacity of approximately 1000 people.