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Nashville

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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Night at the Museum: Halloween at the Parthenon

Friday • 8:00 PM

The Parthenon

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AlumniNati Kush & Blue n Gold Juice

Fri, Nov 6 • 8:00 PM

Love and Exile Bar

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Ashley Monroe & Charlie Worsham Live at Station Inn

Mon, Nov 16 • 8:00 PM

The Station Inn

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Redneck Riviera's New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway!

Thu, Dec 31 • 9:00 PM

Redneck Riviera

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Night at the Museum: Halloween at the Parthenon

Friday • 8:00 PM

The Parthenon

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AlumniNati Kush & Blue n Gold Juice

Fri, Nov 6 • 8:00 PM

Love and Exile Bar

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Ashley Monroe & Charlie Worsham Live at Station Inn

Mon, Nov 16 • 8:00 PM

The Station Inn

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Redneck Riviera's New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway!

Thu, Dec 31 • 9:00 PM

Redneck Riviera

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The Champions: A World Bass Championship

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Sanders Ferry Park, The Pinnacle

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All Hallows East

Sat, Oct 31 • 4:00 PM

110 S 11th St

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Nashville Public Radio Jam

Thu, Nov 5 • 6:00 PM

Nashville Public Radio

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Girls Rock STEM+ Summit

Fri, Nov 6 • 9:00 AM

Neely's Bend K-8 School

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Ole Smoky Roadshow w/ Pynk Beard

Sun, Nov 8 • 7:00 PM

6th and Peabody

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Bake Club Nashville — Golden Hour

Sun, Nov 8 • 3:30 PM

Vannie's Table

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615 Asia Fest | Korea Edition

Sat, Nov 14 • 11:00 AM

Two Rivers Mansion

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

Fri, Mar 5 • 1:00 PM

Opry Mills

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The Champions: A World Bass Championship

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Sanders Ferry Park, The Pinnacle

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All Hallows East

Sat, Oct 31 • 4:00 PM

110 S 11th St

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Nashville Public Radio Jam

Thu, Nov 5 • 6:00 PM

Nashville Public Radio

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Girls Rock STEM+ Summit

Fri, Nov 6 • 9:00 AM

Neely's Bend K-8 School

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Ole Smoky Roadshow w/ Pynk Beard

Sun, Nov 8 • 7:00 PM

6th and Peabody

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Bake Club Nashville — Golden Hour

Sun, Nov 8 • 3:30 PM

Vannie's Table

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615 Asia Fest | Korea Edition

Sat, Nov 14 • 11:00 AM

Two Rivers Mansion

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

Fri, Mar 5 • 1:00 PM

Opry Mills

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(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tuesday • 11:30 AM EDT

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Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

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No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

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Better Landscapes: Essential Camera Skills in the Field with Adam Edwards

Wed, Nov 11 • 6:30 PM GMT+11

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Lean Global Connection 2026

Thu, Nov 12 • 2:00 PM UTC

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Physicians Financial Wellness Conference 2026

Sat, Nov 14 • 1:00 PM EST

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The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Fri, Nov 27 • 2:00 PM GMT

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Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

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(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tuesday • 11:30 AM EDT

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Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

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No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

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Better Landscapes: Essential Camera Skills in the Field with Adam Edwards

Wed, Nov 11 • 6:30 PM GMT+11

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Lean Global Connection 2026

Thu, Nov 12 • 2:00 PM UTC

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Physicians Financial Wellness Conference 2026

Sat, Nov 14 • 1:00 PM EST

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The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Fri, Nov 27 • 2:00 PM GMT

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Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

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Everything Food An Art Show

Today • 4:00 PM

Thistle Farms

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Self Care Sunday: Yoga & Sound Bath Session

Today • 4:00 PM

The Knox

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Nashville F1 Watch Party: United States Grand Prix at Hoppin' River North

Today • 3:00 PM

Hoppin River North

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Kundalini Activation Session Nashville KAP!

Today • 6:00 PM

Southern Crystal Company

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Venue: Wraithbearer, Mesifus, Chunder, Narrowfaith

Today • 7:00 PM

The Cobra

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Floral Pumpkin Design Class

Today • 4:30 PM

Em & Me Cafe

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Everything Food An Art Show

Today • 4:00 PM

Thistle Farms

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Self Care Sunday: Yoga & Sound Bath Session

Today • 4:00 PM

The Knox

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Nashville F1 Watch Party: United States Grand Prix at Hoppin' River North

Today • 3:00 PM

Hoppin River North

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Kundalini Activation Session Nashville KAP!

Today • 6:00 PM

Southern Crystal Company

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Venue: Wraithbearer, Mesifus, Chunder, Narrowfaith

Today • 7:00 PM

The Cobra

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Floral Pumpkin Design Class

Today • 4:30 PM

Em & Me Cafe

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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

Night at the Museum: Halloween at the Parthenon

AlumniNati Kush & Blue n Gold Juice

Ashley Monroe & Charlie Worsham Live at Station Inn

Redneck Riviera's New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway!

Night at the Museum: Halloween at the Parthenon

AlumniNati Kush & Blue n Gold Juice

Ashley Monroe & Charlie Worsham Live at Station Inn

Redneck Riviera's New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway!

Popular in Nashville

The Champions: A World Bass Championship

All Hallows East

Nashville Public Radio Jam

Girls Rock STEM+ Summit

Ole Smoky Roadshow w/ Pynk Beard

Bake Club Nashville — Golden Hour

615 Asia Fest | Korea Edition

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

The Champions: A World Bass Championship

All Hallows East

Nashville Public Radio Jam

Girls Rock STEM+ Summit

Ole Smoky Roadshow w/ Pynk Beard

Bake Club Nashville — Golden Hour

615 Asia Fest | Korea Edition

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

Online Events

(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Better Landscapes: Essential Camera Skills in the Field with Adam Edwards

Lean Global Connection 2026

Physicians Financial Wellness Conference 2026

The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Better Landscapes: Essential Camera Skills in the Field with Adam Edwards

Lean Global Connection 2026

Physicians Financial Wellness Conference 2026

The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

This Weekend

Everything Food An Art Show

Self Care Sunday: Yoga & Sound Bath Session

Nashville F1 Watch Party: United States Grand Prix at Hoppin' River North

Kundalini Activation Session Nashville KAP!

Venue: Wraithbearer, Mesifus, Chunder, Narrowfaith

Floral Pumpkin Design Class

Everything Food An Art Show

Self Care Sunday: Yoga & Sound Bath Session

Nashville F1 Watch Party: United States Grand Prix at Hoppin' River North

Kundalini Activation Session Nashville KAP!

Venue: Wraithbearer, Mesifus, Chunder, Narrowfaith

Floral Pumpkin Design Class

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?