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Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Nashville
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
October 27, 2025 12:27 PM
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Events
Craft your perfect weekend: Hendersonville Arts Festival by the lake
The inaugural event at Sanders Ferry Park runs Saturday, May 11 through Sunday, May 12 with demonstrations, artisans, community booths, and more.
May 3, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A small child stands next to a wood troll on its side. Another wood troll looms over a red smart car that's filled with grass. A large troll faces the camera.
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The Trolls take over Cheekwood
Six giant wooden trolls dot Cheekwood Estate in the latest whimsical installation from world-renowned artist Thomas Dambo.
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A group of 12 ballet dancers performing on stage in "Nashville's Nutcracker."
Culture
Nashville Ballet leaps into new season with 6 productions
Led by Artistic Director Nick Mullikin, the new season offers timeless classics such as “Nashville’s Nutcracker” and “The Sleeping Beauty.”
April 22, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A black and white photograph of an airplane parked on the ground with people standing in front of it and one person on the wing.
Travel and Outdoors
100 years later: One Nashvillian’s journey on the first world flight
The first flight to circumnavigate the world took off in Seattle on April 6, 1924 with Nashville local, Jack Harding, aboard. To celebrate the 100th anniversary, the Nashville Public Library unveiled a special exhibit.
April 17, 2024
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Skylar Webb
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Giveaway alert: Win two free tickets to Nashville Ballet’s “Romeo and Juliet”
See how to enter to win two free tickets to see Nashville Ballet’s fresh take on the classic tale.
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A sign reads, "Tennessee State Museum Bill Haslam Center" and in the background you can see the exterior of the museum building.
Culture
Step into the state’s home at Nashville’s newest temporary exhibit
Don’t table the Tennessee State Museum’s exhibit, “Tennessee Furniture,” which boasts 45 pieces and opens on April 20.
April 5, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A black-and-white historical photo from March 8, 1961 with Elvis Presley sitting with members of the Tennessee General Assembly.
Culture
Elvis Presley’s visits to Nashville through the years
Music City was all shook up when Elvis came to town.
March 21, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Giant troll sculpture with one arm raised and a bag of birdhouses carried over its back in a forest-like setting.
Arts
Upcoming exhibitions, art sales, and interactive experiences
From larger-than-life sculptures at Cheekwood to tomato-themed art in East Nashville, save the dates for these upcoming exhibitions and art sales.
March 18, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
The entrance to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum's "American Currents" exhibition.
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Celebrate country music’s latest chapter at this new exhibition
From Taylor Swift and Allison Russell to Morgan Wallen and Luke Combs, this annual exhibition recognizes some of 2023’s most notable artists.
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A group of people at an open mic night event in a darkly lit room at Love and Exile Winery and Bar in Nashville, TN.
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Showcase your talent at open mic nights in Nashville
Comedians, singer-songwriters, poets, and more are invited to take part in open mic nights across Music City.
February 16, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Your guide to CMA Fest
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The winners of Nashville’s 49th annual Preservation Awards
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May 27, 2025
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The annual America’s State Parks Photo Contest is back
America’s State Parks announced its ninth annual photo contest, so we’re breaking down the rules, how to enter, and the judging criteria.
May 23, 2025
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A hand holding up a waffle ice cream cone with two scoops of ice cream, one bright green (pistachio) and the other bright pink (watermelon).
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Your 2025 Nashville summer bucket list
Here are 10 must-do activities for your Nashville summer bucket list that are unique to the Middle Tennessee area and the summer season.
May 22, 2025
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Someone holding a Kindle in front of the downtown library's book sculpture. The book is titled, "The Last Chance Library."
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Join the Nashville Public Library’s Summer Reading Challenge
There’s something for everyone this summer at your local library branch.
May 20, 2025
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Where to get a Caesar salad, fries, and a martini in Nashville
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Ross Chastain stands on top of a blue race car in his uniform while strumming a guitar. Confetti is falling all around and other drivers are cheering him on.
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Cracker Barrel 400: What to know about NASCAR’s return to Nashville Superspeedway
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May 20, 2025
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