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For events and things to do in Nashville, TN, the city's rhythm revolves around live music that spills out from honky-tonks, intimate listening rooms, and outdoor stages. Beyond the constant soundtrack, a strong local culture supports neighborhood art crawls, unique annual festivals, and community gatherings. From the high-energy crowds on Broadway to the creative vibe of East Nashville, each area offers a distinct way to experience the city.

Explore East Nashville for its eclectic scene, from rock shows at The Basement East to the annual Tomato Art Fest and local artist showcases during the East Side Art Stumble.
Experience the iconic sound of Music City at historic downtown venues like the Ryman Auditorium or the world-famous Grand Ole Opry.
Catch a stand-up performance at Zanies Comedy Club or enjoy a unique night out with music and bowling at Brooklyn Bowl in Germantown.

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LOST IN THE 90’s and EARLY 2000’s

Sat, Oct 3 • 9:00 PM

1316 Antioch Pike Nashvillle TN 37211

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Venue: She's Lost Control Presents: BLOODRAVE with Dildox

Sat, Oct 3 • 10:00 PM

Cobra Nashville

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Delta House Party 2026: R&B Crimson Session

Sat, Oct 3 • 8:00 PM

The Fairgrounds Nashville

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TSU HOMECOMING 2026 - LEVELS & VIBES | Alumni Night Party | Nashville, TN

Thu, Oct 15 • 10:00 PM

Vibes Bar & Lounge

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LOST IN THE 90’s and EARLY 2000’s

Sat, Oct 3 • 9:00 PM

1316 Antioch Pike Nashvillle TN 37211

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Venue: She's Lost Control Presents: BLOODRAVE with Dildox

Sat, Oct 3 • 10:00 PM

Cobra Nashville

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Delta House Party 2026: R&B Crimson Session

Sat, Oct 3 • 8:00 PM

The Fairgrounds Nashville

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TSU HOMECOMING 2026 - LEVELS & VIBES | Alumni Night Party | Nashville, TN

Thu, Oct 15 • 10:00 PM

Vibes Bar & Lounge

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Full Moon Pickin' Party

Tomorrow • 5:30 PM

Warner Parks Equestrian Center

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TN Maker Fest

Saturday • 10:00 AM

The Wond'ry

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Author event with John Green

Wednesday • 6:30 PM

Montgomery Bell Academy

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Appraisals are Changing - What Every Agent Needs to Know

Wednesday • 10:00 AM

Lending Hand Mortgage

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Third Annual Vanderbilt MS Symposium: From Lifestyle to Research

Sat, Oct 10 • 9:00 AM

Southwestern Conference Center

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TSU Homecoming 2026 presents ROAR ON THE YARD/Pep Rally

Fri, Oct 16 • 10:00 AM

William J. Hale Stadium

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FOODEESFEST Nashville, Tennessee (40+ food trucks and craft vendors!)

Fri, Oct 16 • 1:00 PM

Opry Mills

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Women's Night

Fri, Oct 23 • 7:00 PM

Citipointe Church Nashville

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Full Moon Pickin' Party

Tomorrow • 5:30 PM

Warner Parks Equestrian Center

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TN Maker Fest

Saturday • 10:00 AM

The Wond'ry

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Author event with John Green

Wednesday • 6:30 PM

Montgomery Bell Academy

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Appraisals are Changing - What Every Agent Needs to Know

Wednesday • 10:00 AM

Lending Hand Mortgage

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Third Annual Vanderbilt MS Symposium: From Lifestyle to Research

Sat, Oct 10 • 9:00 AM

Southwestern Conference Center

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TSU Homecoming 2026 presents ROAR ON THE YARD/Pep Rally

Fri, Oct 16 • 10:00 AM

William J. Hale Stadium

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FOODEESFEST Nashville, Tennessee (40+ food trucks and craft vendors!)

Fri, Oct 16 • 1:00 PM

Opry Mills

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Women's Night

Fri, Oct 23 • 7:00 PM

Citipointe Church Nashville

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Marketing Breakthrough: 40X Your Holistic Business [$297 Value]

Sunday • 10:00 AM PDT

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Online Group Reading - September 27

Sunday • 8:00 PM ADT

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Barnes & Noble and Waterstones Virtually Presents: Madeline Miller

Tuesday • 2:00 PM EDT

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Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition

Sat, Oct 3 • 12:00 AM CDT

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A Norman stitch-up? The story behind the Bayeux Tapestry

Wed, Oct 7 • 7:30 PM GMT+1

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International Webinar on Ultrasound Imaging in Physiotherapy

Sat, Oct 10 • 10:30 AM GMT+1

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(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tue, Oct 27 • 11:30 AM EDT

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Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

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Marketing Breakthrough: 40X Your Holistic Business [$297 Value]

Sunday • 10:00 AM PDT

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Online Group Reading - September 27

Sunday • 8:00 PM ADT

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Barnes & Noble and Waterstones Virtually Presents: Madeline Miller

Tuesday • 2:00 PM EDT

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Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition

Sat, Oct 3 • 12:00 AM CDT

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A Norman stitch-up? The story behind the Bayeux Tapestry

Wed, Oct 7 • 7:30 PM GMT+1

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International Webinar on Ultrasound Imaging in Physiotherapy

Sat, Oct 10 • 10:30 AM GMT+1

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(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tue, Oct 27 • 11:30 AM EDT

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Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

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WNXP Summer Line Series presented by TennPop: Ratboys, Ovven

Tomorrow • 6:00 PM

131 10th Ave N

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Too Marvelous for Words: Monica Ramey Sings The Music of Johnny Mercer

Tomorrow • 7:30 PM

Nashville Jazz Workshop

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Full Moon Pickin' Party

Tomorrow • 5:30 PM

Warner Parks Equestrian Center

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30 & Up Nashville Presents Day Vibes #SunsetEdition at Love & Exile

Saturday • 6:00 PM

Love and Exile Bar

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Pour Into You

Saturday • 4:00 PM

Centennial Park

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Artemis: Lunar Flyby

Saturday • 7:30 PM

Hermitage Dance Academy

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Board Game Comedy Night at Game Point Board Game Cafe

Saturday • 7:00 PM

Game Point - A Board Game Cafe

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NASH Puzzle Competition - September 27th

Sunday • 1:00 PM

Monday Night Brewing - Preservation Co.

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WNXP Summer Line Series presented by TennPop: Ratboys, Ovven

Tomorrow • 6:00 PM

131 10th Ave N

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Too Marvelous for Words: Monica Ramey Sings The Music of Johnny Mercer

Tomorrow • 7:30 PM

Nashville Jazz Workshop

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Full Moon Pickin' Party

Tomorrow • 5:30 PM

Warner Parks Equestrian Center

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30 & Up Nashville Presents Day Vibes #SunsetEdition at Love & Exile

Saturday • 6:00 PM

Love and Exile Bar

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Pour Into You

Saturday • 4:00 PM

Centennial Park

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Artemis: Lunar Flyby

Saturday • 7:30 PM

Hermitage Dance Academy

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Board Game Comedy Night at Game Point Board Game Cafe

Saturday • 7:00 PM

Game Point - A Board Game Cafe

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NASH Puzzle Competition - September 27th

Sunday • 1:00 PM

Monday Night Brewing - Preservation Co.

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Frequently asked questions about Nashville

Where can I find free events in Nashville?

Centennial Park's Musicians Corner offers free concerts during its spring and fall series. Additionally, monthly gallery events like the First Saturday Art Crawl downtown and the East Side Art Stumble provide free access to local art and community gatherings.

What are some fun date night ideas in Nashville?

A great date night could involve a show at The Bluebird Cafe for an intimate songwriter experience. Alternatively, enjoy dinner and live jazz at Skull's Rainbow Room in Printer's Alley for a classic speakeasy atmosphere.

Are there family-friendly events in the city?

The Nashville Farmers' Market offers year-round activities and food that appeal to all ages. Many annual events, like the Celebrate Nashville Cultural Festival in Centennial Park, also provide a fun and engaging environment for families.

How can I experience Nashville's live music scene beyond country?

Venues like The Basement East in East Nashville host a variety of rock and indie bands. For jazz and blues, check out the performances at Skull's Rainbow Room, or see what's on at Brooklyn Bowl for a diverse lineup.

Where are the best spots for nightlife events in Nashville?

Downtown Broadway is the hub for high-energy honky-tonk bars with non-stop live music. For a different scene, The Gulch offers chic rooftop bars, while East Nashville provides more relaxed neighborhood spots like The 5 Spot.

What kind of food and drink events happen in Nashville?

Nashville hosts several annual food and drink festivals that celebrate local tastes. Look for events like the Nashville Rosé Festival or the long-running Oktoberfest in Germantown, which feature specialized drinks, food vendors, and entertainment.

Which Nashville neighborhoods are best for art events?

Downtown and East Nashville are central to the city's art scene. The monthly First Saturday Art Crawl is focused on downtown galleries, while the East Side Art Stumble highlights the creative community and local businesses in East Nashville.

What are some popular outdoor events?

The Musicians Corner concert series brings free outdoor performances to Centennial Park each spring and fall. The Downtown Nashville Makers' Market is another popular outdoor event, held monthly at Riverfront Park with local artisans and music.

After 8pm

LOST IN THE 90’s and EARLY 2000’s

Venue: She's Lost Control Presents: BLOODRAVE with Dildox

Delta House Party 2026: R&B Crimson Session

TSU HOMECOMING 2026 - LEVELS & VIBES | Alumni Night Party | Nashville, TN

LOST IN THE 90’s and EARLY 2000’s

Venue: She's Lost Control Presents: BLOODRAVE with Dildox

Delta House Party 2026: R&B Crimson Session

TSU HOMECOMING 2026 - LEVELS & VIBES | Alumni Night Party | Nashville, TN

Popular in Nashville

Full Moon Pickin' Party

TN Maker Fest

Author event with John Green

Appraisals are Changing - What Every Agent Needs to Know

Third Annual Vanderbilt MS Symposium: From Lifestyle to Research

TSU Homecoming 2026 presents ROAR ON THE YARD/Pep Rally

FOODEESFEST Nashville, Tennessee (40+ food trucks and craft vendors!)

Women's Night

Full Moon Pickin' Party

TN Maker Fest

Author event with John Green

Appraisals are Changing - What Every Agent Needs to Know

Third Annual Vanderbilt MS Symposium: From Lifestyle to Research

TSU Homecoming 2026 presents ROAR ON THE YARD/Pep Rally

FOODEESFEST Nashville, Tennessee (40+ food trucks and craft vendors!)

Women's Night

Online Events

Marketing Breakthrough: 40X Your Holistic Business [$297 Value]

Online Group Reading - September 27

Barnes & Noble and Waterstones Virtually Presents: Madeline Miller

Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition

A Norman stitch-up? The story behind the Bayeux Tapestry

International Webinar on Ultrasound Imaging in Physiotherapy

(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Marketing Breakthrough: 40X Your Holistic Business [$297 Value]

Online Group Reading - September 27

Barnes & Noble and Waterstones Virtually Presents: Madeline Miller

Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition

A Norman stitch-up? The story behind the Bayeux Tapestry

International Webinar on Ultrasound Imaging in Physiotherapy

(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

This Weekend

WNXP Summer Line Series presented by TennPop: Ratboys, Ovven

Too Marvelous for Words: Monica Ramey Sings The Music of Johnny Mercer

Full Moon Pickin' Party

30 & Up Nashville Presents Day Vibes #SunsetEdition at Love & Exile

Pour Into You

Artemis: Lunar Flyby

Board Game Comedy Night at Game Point Board Game Cafe

NASH Puzzle Competition - September 27th

WNXP Summer Line Series presented by TennPop: Ratboys, Ovven

Too Marvelous for Words: Monica Ramey Sings The Music of Johnny Mercer

Full Moon Pickin' Party

30 & Up Nashville Presents Day Vibes #SunsetEdition at Love & Exile

Pour Into You

Artemis: Lunar Flyby

Board Game Comedy Night at Game Point Board Game Cafe

NASH Puzzle Competition - September 27th

Points of Interest near Nashville

Where can I find free events in Nashville?

What are some fun date night ideas in Nashville?

Are there family-friendly events in the city?

How can I experience Nashville's live music scene beyond country?

Where are the best spots for nightlife events in Nashville?

What kind of food and drink events happen in Nashville?

Which Nashville neighborhoods are best for art events?

What are some popular outdoor events?