Athens Entertainment Calendar: February 17-22
A diverse range of entertainment options are scheduled in Athens, Ohio, this week, spanning theatrical performances, cinematic releases, live music, and charitable events. From acclaimed stage productions to new film debuts, residents and visitors alike have ample opportunities for cultural engagement. Several events are also offering free admission, broadening accessibility to the arts.
On Tuesday, February 17th, the acclaimed, Oliver Award-nominated musical “The Choir of Man” will grace the stage at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium, located at 47 E. Union St., beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for this energetic performance are priced at $35. Simultaneously, film enthusiasts can enjoy a screening of John Carpenter’s adaptation of Stephen King’s novel, “Christine,” at the Athena Cinema, 20 S. Court St., as part of their “Enter the Kingdom” series, starting at 7 p.m., with admission set at $8.
Streaming & Live Music Highlights
Wednesday, February 18th marks the premiere of season one of “Being Gordon Ramsay” on Netflix, offering viewers an inside look at the life of the renowned chef. Local music lovers can also catch an early show featuring Play The Spaces at The Side Bar, 24 1/2 E. State St., with performances beginning at 6 p.m. This event boasts free admission, providing an accessible evening of live music.
Thursday, February 19th welcomes back folk musician Jake Xerxes Fussell to Stuart’s Opera House, 52 Public Square. Dougie Poole will open the show, with doors opening at 7 p.m. and music commencing at 8 p.m. Ticket prices range from $25 for reserved seating to $35 for box seats.
New Releases & Community Events
Friday, February 20th sees the global theatrical release of “How to Make a Killing,” a new film from A24 directed by John Patton Ford, and starring Glen Powell, Margaret Qualley, and Topher Grace. Additionally, Blackout Booking presents the first night of “The Biggest Cover-Up 2026” at The Union, 18 W. Union St., a fundraising event for the Athens County Humane Society, with doors opening at 7 p.m. and music starting at 8 p.m. Advance tickets are available online for $12.51.
The day also marks the worldwide release of Mumford & Sons’ sixth studio album, “Prizefighter,” with four of its fourteen tracks already available for streaming. Saturday, February 21st, continues the fundraising efforts with night two of “The Biggest Cover-Up 2026” at The Union, again with $12.51 advance tickets. The Caitlin Kraus Trio, featuring Mark Hellenberg and Matt Box, will perform at West End Ciderhouse, 234 W. Washington St., from 7-9 p.m., offering a free evening of jazz. Finally, on Sunday, February 22nd, the Ohio University CMDI Ensembles will present a concert at Glidden Hall, 3 Health Center Drive, at 4 p.m., also with free admission. For further information, contact es682521@ohio.edu.
