It’s our time to shine (and sing), Music City. Make Music Day Nashville returns Wednesday, June 21 as a citywide celebration of music open to all ages, all genres, and all skill levels.
Did you know Make Music Day isn’t just local? It’s held annually on the summer solstice in cities across the world — and unlike your typical ticketed concert or festival — events are free and open to anyone who wants to take part.
From harmonica and guitar workshops to collaborative jam sessions, here’s how to join in on the festivities.
Plan your day
As of now, this year’s celebration will host ~30 musical events around the city. This interactive map includes the locations and times of each performance — from the airport, music stores, and libraries to local breweries like Yazoo and Jackalope. Use the tabs to search the artists, and use filters to find what fits your schedule and proximity.
Join the band
Don’t just listen this year. Take note of workshops and jam sessions that allow participants to hum, strum, and sing along — no experience needed.
Flowerpot Music | 1-2:30 p.m. | Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Shelby Bottoms Greenway | Each participant will bring one flowerpot or other household container for a community performance — filling out this form is encouraged.
Free Group Guitar Lesson | 7-8:30 p.m. | Guitar Center Nashville, 721 Thompson Ln. | The shop’s instructors will guide you through rock, country, or blues — RSVP required.
Harmonica Workshop with Carlos DeFord Bailey | 12-1 p.m. | Plaza Mariachi, 3955 Nolensville Pk. | Join this group harmonica lesson inspired by the late DeFord Bailey, also known as the “Harmonica Wizard.”
Recording Studio Petting Zoo | 1:30-3 p.m. | Studio NPL, 615 Church St. | Experiment with making beats, composing melodies, and recording vocals using computer-based audio production software.
Ukulele Strum-Along | 6-7 p.m. | Fanny’s House of Music, 1101 Holly St. | Bring your uke or just yourself for a ukulele porch jam session lead by The Ukedelics.