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40 of the best patios for outdoor dining in Nashville
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Nashville’s patios — which we’ve broken down by area.
April 22, 2026 01:46 PM
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
How to have a brat summer in Nashville
Thanks to Charli XCX’s hit pop album, we’re here to decode why “brat” is all over the airwaves, internet, and right outside your front door.
August 2, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
Your ultimate guide to tours of Nashville
Explore Music City through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
July 29, 2024
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Food
Four dreamy spots for afternoon tea around Nashville
From a cozy cottage to a hotel steeped in history, these four spots offer soothing sips (and sweet and savory bites) to remember.
July 25, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Local libations: A round of Nashville-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable Nashville nod there — these craft beers found around Music City take local pride seriously.
July 22, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Culture
TEDxNashville brings ‘ideas worth spreading’ to Music City
Tap, tap — is this thing on? Get ready for an afternoon of inspiring talks from 10+ speakers.
July 19, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Nashville.
July 19, 2024
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Monica Garske
People walk between white tents set up on either side of an asphalt path, which are filled with books by participating authors.
Culture
Guide to the 2024 Southern Festival of Books in Nashville
The annual literary festival welcomes 150 authors to Nashville for two days of public programming. Here’s what to know ahead of the event.
July 18, 2024
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STAFF
A holiday movie being filmed outdoors in downtown Franklin, TN, with production crew members holding cameras and mics. Some trees in the background are decorated with ornaments.
Culture
A ‘Little Women'-inspired holiday movie is filming in Franklin
Christmas in July? While there’s no snow in the forecast, don’t be surprised if you see downtown Franklin decked out for the holidays a few months early.
July 17, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Old + new in Nashville: 12 options for 6 activities
Explore some of Music City’s oldest establishments alongside new additions to the business + restaurant scene.
July 16, 2024
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Food
Raise a glass — Drink Up Week is coming
We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Nashville, TN from July 22 to July 26, 2024.
July 12, 2024
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