First City Live Opens Music Venue in Marietta
The new downtown performance space offers an all-ages, alcohol-free environment for local music fans.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Other — General
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First City Live has officially opened inside First City Records, providing a dedicated space for punk, hardcore, and indie rock acts. The new venue operates as an all-ages, alcohol-free facility in the heart of downtown Marietta.
Why it matters
The venue aims to fill a local void by providing a dedicated performance space for music genres that historically lack consistent stage time in the area. It creates a community-focused environment by welcoming all ages to enjoy live performances.
The venue hosted between 75 and 100 people during its opening night event on Oct. 24. It maintains an age-based policy requiring parental supervision for any children under the age of 14.
The players
First City Live
This newly opened music venue in downtown Marietta serves as a performance space dedicated to punk, hardcore, and indie rock music.
First City Records
This retail establishment serves as the physical home for the First City Live music venue.
The details
Located within the existing First City Records shop, the venue is currently equipped with a modular stage and lighting setup. The owner intends to further develop the space by installing a professional sound system, hosting charity movie nights, and partnering with other local businesses.
Timeline
The venue held its opening night performance on Oct. 24, 2026.
A Broadway musical dance party is scheduled for Nov. 20, 2026, at 7 p.m.
Industry Dynamics
This venue follows a pattern set by the DIY all-ages basement venue movement by prioritizing accessibility and genre-specific performance spaces. The integration of performance stages into retail record stores highlights a growing trend of multipurpose spaces in the independent music sector.
Local music fans can now attend live punk and indie rock shows in an alcohol-free setting that is open to all ages. Parents planning to attend with children should note that those under 14 years old must be accompanied by a guardian.
The takeaway
The opening of First City Live offers a sustainable model for niche musical genres to maintain a presence in the local downtown scene. Residents interested in supporting the local arts should check the venue calendar for updates regarding future charity events and business partnerships.
What happens next
The venue is scheduled to host a Broadway musical dance party on Nov. 20, 2026, at 7 p.m.
Further reading
For more on community developments, see the Other — General section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wtap.
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