Official World Famous Drive Invasion

09/13/2022

Unfortunately, the rumors you’ve been hearing are true. There are active talks between Point Center Partners and Third & Urban to demolish the building occupied by Star Community Bar which may be replaced with three story retail and office spaces.

We are in active talks with the development team regarding the proposed new venture and of the future of the Star Bar. Saving the building and preserving the history is the preferred option, but that may not be possible. They have offered us a place in the new development, but we have not made a decision on what the future may hold for us. Talks are active, and are amicable for all involved. Even though we may not be pleased with the current situation, we are looking at options, having talks, and determining the best path forward.

As the current owners of the business, we have kept up to date on all lease obligations per our agreement with Point Center Partners.

Thank you to all our friends, loyal supporters, bands and performers who have made the Star Bar an Atlanta institution for 31 years. Thank you also for all the kind words, the petitions, and the chatter on Social Media. Please make a point to come visit, we haven’t given up and neither should you!

When we have more information, we will let everyone know.


We ain’t dead yet,

Jackson, Dusty, Bruce & Luke

09/07/2018

Last year we set-up a drive-in (all labor and materials donated) for refugee children at International Community School in Atlanta and projected The Lion King. It was magical seeing the smiles of these wonderful children who have escaped the horrors of war-torn countries. We're doing it again. 100% of donations go directly to helping with their school lunch assistance and educational field trips. No administrative B.S. We donate the time, sweat and materials. So please join us in creating a new generation of drive-in fans. It's tax deductible and even $5 helps. We'll post tons of photos from the event this month. You can contribute here:
https://www.facebook.com/donate/480561809073521/10216518248166113/

04/24/2017

Get the whole picture - and other photos from Avondale MayHam Fest

04/11/2017

04/06/2017

03/24/2017

The Scragglers aren't trying to reinvent the wheel,just trying to keep it rolling

03/18/2017

Hailing from Austin TX, Thunderosa is coming to show a raucous, good time. Get ready to have your faces rocked off.

08/11/2016

This will be legendary!
http://www.fangoria.com/new/exclusiv-details-art-reveal-the-pandemonium-picture-show/

04/24/2016

04/23/2016

Do you have that one-of-a-kind Ham dish that everyone loves? Have you always wanted to compete in an ole-fashioned state fair competition? Come be a part of Avondale May Ham Fest Blue Ribbon Ham Competition!

Each contestant brings their favorite ham themed dish to be judged by our panel of local celebrity chefs and ham experts. The only rule: must contain ham. Disposable dishes are preferred and bring as much or as little as you like. Ham it up!

Set up is at 11, Judging at 11:30, and public tasting starts at noon. Stick around afterwards for the wild fun of Avondale May Ham Fest!

Sign up here {http://bit.ly/1Shjr3n} for only $10 and you'll also receive a limited edition "May Ham Blue Ribbon" t-shirt. Costumes are encouraged.

Grand Prize is a Giant box of Pine Street Market Meats with extra goodies from My Parents' Basement.

04/13/2016

You want action? Well, we got ya action!!

THE FORTY-FIVES!!!!

The Forty-Fives are Atlanta’s premiere hell-raising, true grit, blue collar, amped up, ready for action rock-n-roll combo.

Wake the kids, get the dog, phone the neighbors, and put on your dancing shoes : The Forty-Fives are here!

04/11/2016

In honor of Dusty Booze's birthday today, we present - Dusty Booze and the Baby Haters! Become a member of the Late Night Scumbag Revival and have your rock'n'roll soul saved!! Grab a beer and your dancing shoes, these Baby Haters will have you shakin' what your mama gave ya!

03/30/2016

Do you have a sweet 1971 or older hot rod that you would want to have our awed eyes gaze upon? There are going to be 5 trophy categories plus you get some awesome prime parking for the event! If you are interested contact Brian with Garage 71 at [email protected].

03/30/2016

Back to Mono rockin' rhythm and blues come the WILD INJUNS! Bringing UK Pub Rock to lower 40. Sound is raw and rough! Revel the revival! Liberate from the norm! The WILD INJUNS will rip the roof right off its foundation and drive 'em wild, man, wild!!

03/21/2016

You may be asking yourself, who is the next band to be featured for Avondale May Ham Fest? Well, it is a mystery to me.....

The Mystery Men?: The enigmatic figures of instrumental surf. Frenetic at times, dark and moody at others, the 5-piece conundrum takes you on a reverb drenched journey through the shadows. With their 3-guitar attack straddling the threshold of old and new, The Mystery Men? take elements of spy music, spaghetti western, a small hint of metal and blend them with the sensibilities of the traditional surf genre.

03/14/2016

From the city with the mountain with the laser show , BIGFOOT brings the click of the 8-track combined with fist in the air old style Rock-n-Roll Party in not only the music but in the attitude as well. A combination of classic rock and southern rock, BIGFOOT consists of twin guitars from Jim1 and Jim2 , bass and drums from Michael and Kevin and last but not least vocals and daredevil stunts from Jett.
BIGFOOT believes its better to ROCK with YOU and not at YOU.
It's LOUD.
It's PROUD.

03/11/2016

To start your weekend off right, we are proud to announce that Ghost Riders Car Club will be appearing at AMHF! These honky-tonkin' rednecks will be sure to get your feet tapping and swilling lots o' PBR.