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The Orange Peel celebrates its 20th anniversary with two big headliners

Big Boi and Old Crowe Medicine Show will perform the weekend of Fri., Oct. 28 and Sat., Oct. 29.

The Flaming Lips Concert Orange Peel

American rock band the Flaming Lips performs at the Orange Peel on March 9, 2018.

Photo via The Orange Peel

Though The Orange Peel first got its name in 1974, it sat vacant for many years before it was reborn into the iconic venue we know and love today. After a stint as an auto parts warehouse, the club reopened on Oct. 25, 2002. Since then, it has been home to over 3,000 shows, including performances by legendary artists like:

  • Bob Dylan
  • Childish Gambino
  • The Flaming Lips
  • Cyndi Lauper
  • Wanda Jackson

Want to be a part of the birthday bash? The club will host a weekend of concerts from Fri., Oct. 28-Sat., Oct. 29. Outkast founding member + Atlanta emcee Big Boi will kick off the celebration the first night. The following evening, the club will host the Grammy-award winning group Old Crow Medicine Show.

Bonus: If you want access to all the fun, you can buy the VIP package which includes a free t-shirt, poster, and access to the pre-party.

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