If you live in Atlanta or you’re visiting for a game at State Farm Arena, you’ll see one palette over and over: the bold, high-energy Atlanta Hawks colors. Knowing what those colors are—and how to use them—can help you dress for game day, decorate your home, or simply feel a little more connected to the city’s NBA team.
This guide breaks down the official Hawks colors, what they mean, how they show up around Atlanta, and how locals typically use them in everyday life.
The Atlanta Hawks’ current look is built around three primary colors:
Here’s a simple overview you can reference when you’re planning outfits, signs, or decor.
| Element | Primary Colors Used | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Home jerseys | White, Hawks Red, Volt Green | White base with red/volt accents |
| Road/alternative | Hawks Red, Volt Green, White | Strong red base with bright volt trim |
| Team wordmarks/logos | Hawks Red, Volt Green, White | Volt adds a modern, energetic pop |
| Fan gear & merch | Hawks Red, Volt Green, White | Black and gray sometimes used as supporting neutrals |
You’ll see these colors everywhere in and around Downtown Atlanta, especially near State Farm Arena and Centennial Olympic Park on game nights.
Hawks Red is the foundation of the team’s identity.
If you only choose one color to represent the Hawks around town, go with red—you’ll instantly be recognized as a fan whether you’re in Buckhead, Midtown, or on the MARTA heading downtown for tip‑off.
Volt Green is the Hawks’ most distinctive modern color.
This bright green ties in with the energy of Atlanta’s nightlife, murals, and streetwear culture you’ll see in places like Edgewood, Old Fourth Ward, and the BeltLine.
White serves as the clean, balancing color in the Hawks palette.
White Hawks gear is common at daytime events, youth clinics, and community programs around the city because it’s cooler to wear in the Georgia sun.
If you’re paying attention, you’ll notice the Hawks colors woven into the city itself.
On game days, the area around State Farm Arena (1 State Farm Dr, Atlanta, GA 30303) turns into a sea of red and volt green:
If you’re heading there from Five Points or CNN Center MARTA stations, you’ll spot the colors on posters, banners, and fan gear well before you reach the entrance.
All across the Atlanta Public Schools system and surrounding counties, youth basketball teams often lean into Hawks-inspired color schemes:
You’ll especially notice this at community centers and gyms like MLK Jr. Recreation and Aquatic Center or Central Park Recreation Center, where kids show up in red gear that mirrors their hometown NBA team.
Atlanta’s fashion and music scenes often reflect pro team aesthetics, and the Hawks are no exception:
If you walk the Atlanta BeltLine on a game day, the Hawks colors are easy to spot mixed in with other Atlanta team gear.
Whether you’re going to State Farm Arena or watching from a bar in Inman Park, you don’t need official jerseys to look like a Hawks fan. These simple combinations work well using what you might already own.
Classic Fan Look
Volt Accent Look
Summer in Atlanta Look ☀️
Because Atlanta can be hot and humid, especially early in the NBA season and during playoff runs, many locals prefer lightweight fabrics in red or white with volt used sparingly.
Many Atlanta residents bring the team’s look home—especially in apartments near Downtown, Midtown, or around Georgia State University where students and young professionals tend to be strong Hawks supporters.
Balancing the bold red with neutral walls and furniture keeps your space from feeling overwhelming while still clearly signaling that you’re an Atlanta Hawks fan.
On game nights, particularly during the playoffs or major rivalry games, you’ll see Hawks colors all over the city:
If you’re new to the city and want to blend in as a fan, wearing Hawks Red to a bar or restaurant on game night is the easiest way to feel part of the crowd.
You don’t have to buy official merchandise to look on-theme. When shopping around Atlanta—whether at Atlantic Station, Lenox Square, or Ponce City Market—keep an eye out for:
Even generic items in these three colors will generally be recognized by locals as Hawks-inspired when worn together.
Across the metro area, fans typically look to a mix of:
In addition, many small businesses around State Farm Arena carry red-based clothing and accessories that photograph well in front of the arena and city skyline.
If you’re making a sign, poster, or banner for a Hawks game or viewing party in Atlanta, these tips help your colors read clearly from a distance:
For local school projects or kids’ crafts, sticking to red + white, then adding small volt accents, makes it easier to work with standard supplies while still feeling authentic to the Hawks brand.
Atlanta is a proud multi-team city, and each pro team has its own color identity:
For fans who support multiple Atlanta teams, it’s common to organize wardrobes so that Hawks gear = red/volt, while other colors align with the city’s additional franchises. Around town, seeing bright red and volt together is widely recognized as a Hawks-specific look.
Understanding the Atlanta Hawks colors—Hawks Red, Volt Green, and White—helps you blend in on game day, decorate with local pride, and recognize the team’s influence across the city. Whether you’re courtside at State Farm Arena, watching from a neighborhood bar, or just walking through Downtown, those colors are a clear signal you’re in Hawks territory.
