July 1–4
Thurs., July 1
Show
○ Rainsticks, Brody Price, Ellie Turner, and Jack Schneider | Thurs., July 1 | 9 p.m. | The Basement, 1604 8th Ave. S. | $10+ | Nashville-based band comprised of members from Sun Seeker, Teddy & The Rough Riders, and others
○ Ricky Skaggs + Kentucky Thunder | Thurs., July 1 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $67+ | Enjoy this session of Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman
○ Thelma and the Sleaze | Thurs., July 1 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Exit/In, 2208 Elliston Place | $15 | An independent all-female, queer southern rock band from Nashville
○ Panfest | Thurs., July 1 | 6 p.m. | 3rd and Lindsley 818 3rd Ave. S. | $10+ | Panfest feat. Sam Banks, Gabe Lee, John Goolsby, Dan Alley, Harper O’Neill, and more
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Louisville Bats | Thurs., July 1 | 7:05 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+ | Kick off the first day of July with a ballpark hotdog + America’s favorite pastime. ⚾
Active
○ Capitol Steps Workout | Thurs., July 1 | 6-7 p.m. | 600 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. | Free | You can find parking around the other side of the Capitol along the street. 👟
Fri., July 2
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Louisville Bats | Fri., July 2 | 7:05 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+ | The Sounds will face off against the Louisville Bats. ⚾
Show
○ The Avett Brothers | Fri., July 2-Sun., July 4 | 8 p.m. | Bonnaroo Farm, 1560 New Bushy Branch, Manchester | $49+ | 3 nights of the Avett Brothers at Bonnaroo Farm
○ Alabama at Bridgestone Arena | Fri., July 2 | 7-10 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $40+ | 50th anniversary show featuring special guest Martina McBride 🎙️
○ Sister Hazel + Pam Tillis | Fri., July 2 | 7-9 p.m. | Grand Ole Opry | $89+ | Lineup also includes Darin + Brooke Aldridge, John Berry + more.
○ Bullet the Blue Sky — U2 Tribute | Fri., July 2 | 8 p.m. | City Winery Nashville, 609 Lafayette St. | $12+ | Doors open at 6 p.m. for this U2 tribute band.
○ Airshow | Fri., July 2 | 9 p.m. | Exit/In, 2208 Elliston Pl. | $15+ | Doors open at 8 p.m. for this Jamband.
○ An East Nashville Tribute To The Traveling Wilburys | Fri., July 2 | 9 p.m. | Exit/In, 2208 Elliston Pl. | $15+ | A tribute to the supergroup featuring Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne, Roy Orbison + Tom Petty.
○ Nashville Children’s Theatre’s Charlotte’s Web | Fri., July 2t-Sat., July 17 | 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m. | West Glow Farm, 1296 Brush Creek Rd., Kingston Springs | $20 | See Wilbur’s story of finding an unexpected new family with the help of a remarkable spider performed outdoors on an actual working farm — a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience for the family. Ⓟ
Dish
○ Pasta Making Class + Lunch | Fri., July 2 | 12-2 p.m. | Yolan, 403 4th Ave. S. | $175+ | A hands-on lesson in making pasta with award-winning Chef Tony Mantuano. 🍝
○ Pop Up Bakery | Fri., July 2 | 4-7 p.m. | Donelson Farmers Market, 3130 McGavock Pk. | Free | Pro-tip: check the website for a menu + place a pre-order. 🧁
Sat., July 3
Holiday
○ 4th of July Rosé + Music Festival | Sat., July 3-Sun., July 4 | 1-11 p.m. | 400 Davidson St. | $55+ | Local festival celebrating the 4th of July with food, music, and wine 🥂
○ Red, White, Booze Broadway Bar Crawl | Sat., July 3 | 6 p.m.-1 a.m. | Broadway | $25 | Patriotic bar hop with a special after party 🇺🇸
○ Ryman Street Party | Sat., July 3-Sun., July 4 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. + 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | Free | Enjoy live music, local vendors, food trucks + activities.
Show
○ Alabama At Bridgestone Arena | Sat., July 3 | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $21+ | 50th anniversary show featuring special guest Martina McBride 🎙️
○ The Avett Brothers | Fri., July 2-Sun., July 4 | 8 p.m. | Bonnaroo Farm, 1560 New Bushy Branch, Manchester | $49+ | 3 nights of the Avett Brothers at Bonnaroo Farm
○ John Berry + Janelle Arthur | Sat., July 3 | 7-9 p.m. | Grand Ole Opry | $88+ | A collection of some of Nashville’s best singer-songwriters 🎙️
○ Naturally 7 | Sat., July 3 | 6 p.m. | Virtual | $15 | City Winery will host a virtual concert featuring a vocal acapella group 🎤
○ Beer + Hymns | Sat., July 3 | Sat., July 3 | 7 p.m. | Mercy Lounge, 1 Cannery Row | $20+ | Tickets are for standing room only. Must be 18+ to attend.
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Louisville Bats | Sat., July 3 | 7:05 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+
TheBuy
○ Nashville Black Market | Sat., July 3 | 12-5 p.m. | Hadley Park Community Park, 1037 28th Ave N. | Free | Empowering Black entrepreneurs + businesses with vendors, giveaways, and a live DJ
TryThis
○ Show Me Reptile + Exotics Show | Sat., July 3 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Farm Bureau Exposition Center, 945 E Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon | $6+ | An event showcasing snakes + other reptiles 🐍
Drink
○ Slushee Saturday | Sat., July 3 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Nashville Farmers Market | Cost of purchase | Enjoy $6 wine slushees from Natchez Hills all day. 🥤
Sun., July 4
Holiday
○ Let Freedom Sing! Music City | Sun., July 4 | 12-10 p.m. | Broadway | Free | A celebration full of entertainment including Brad Paisley, the Nashville Symphony + the country’s largest firework display. 🎆
○ Ryman Street Party | Sat., July 3-Sun., July 4 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. + 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | Free | Enjoy live music, local vendors, food trucks + activities.
○ 4th of July Rosé + Music Festival | Sat., July 3-Sun., July 4 | 1-11 p.m. | 400 Davidson St. | $55+ | Local festival celebrating the 4th of July with food, music, and wine 🥂
○ Nashville Underground 4th of July Party | Sun., July 4 | 6 p.m.-3 a.m. | Nashville Underground, 105 Broadway | $150 | What better way to watch the largest firework show than on top of Broadway’s largest rooftop?
Show
○ The Avett Brothers | Fri., July 2-Sun., July 4 | 8 p.m. | Bonnaroo Farm, 1560 New Bushy Branch, Manchester | $49+ | 3 nights of the Avett Brothers at Bonnaroo Farm
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Louisville Bats | Sun., July 4 | 7:05 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+
Dish
○ Lit + Fit Brunch | Sun., July 4 | 9:30 a.m. | Flamingo Cocktail Club, 509 Houston St. | $20 | Join instructor Ashley Danford for a yoga session + brunch.
July 5–11
Mon., July 5
Show
○ Chris Young | Mon., July 5 | 7 p.m. | Let Freedom Sing Stage, 1st and Broadway | Free | Keep the 4th of July festivities going with a concert by country star Chris Young, who will be filming a music video for his new album. 🎤
○ Monday Night Jazz | Mon., July 5 | 7 p.m. | Local Distro, 614 Garfield St. | Cost of purchase | Featuring musical and visual artists, vendors, and new craft beverage, Guidance Whiskey 🎷
Active
○ Capitol Steps Workout | Mon., July 5 | 6-7 p.m. | 600 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. | Free | You can find parking around the other side of the Capitol along the street. 👟
TryThis
○ Ultimate Comedy Open Mic Night | Mon., July 5 | 8 p.m. | The East Room, 2412 Gallatin Ave. | Free | ProTip: if you arrive before 8 p.m., you can even try your own jokes out on the audience. 🎤
Tues., July 6
Show
○ Jimmy Buffett | Tues., July 6 | 8 p.m. | Ascend Amphitheater | $53+ | Find that lost shaker of salt + head on out to listen to Jimmy Buffett’s beachy tunes.
○ Brad Paisley, Dustin Lynch + More | Tues., July 6 | 7 p.m. | Grand Ole Opry | $55+ | Tuesday Night Opry also featuring Henry Cho, Alex Hall, Parmalee + more.
○ DJ Lord Chuck | Tues., July 6 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | Bar Sovereign, 514 5th Ave. S. | Cost of purchase | Late-night DJ set featuring hip-hop + R&B 🎛️
Learn
○ Social Media Email Marketing Strategies for Small Business Owners | Tues., July 6 | 1 p.m. | Nashville Entrepreneur Center | Free | Join Ashley Garth of Garth Media as she shares skills on amplifying + elevating your brand through social media and email marketing. 📱
TryThis
○ Carnton Classic House Tour | Tues., July 6 | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Carnton, 1345 Eastern Flank Cir., Franklin | $15+ | 60-minute guided tour through the house and grounds at Carnton. 🏡
Wed., July 7
Network
○ July Veteran Meet Up | Wed., July 7 | 5-7 p.m. | Bold Patriot Brewing Company, 410 39th Ave. N. | Free | Nashville veterans + their families will have the opportunity to connect and build relationships with one another.
○ Greater Nashville Networking | Wed., July 7 | 12-1 p.m. | 360 Cool Springs Blvd. #102, Franklin | Free | All local professionals are welcome to network and enjoy a free lunch. Be prepared to come with business cards + a 60-second pitch about who you are and what you do.
Active
○ Free Yoga in the Park | Wed., July 7 | 6-7 p.m. | Shelby Park Playground, Shelby Ave. + S. 20th St. | Free | It’s recommended to bring a mat, bug spray, and water. 🧘
Show
○ Jax Hollow | Wed., July 7 | 7 p.m. | Exit/In’s Out/Back | Free | Anyone 18+ can head out to Exit/In’s patio for a show. Donations are encouraged + go to Gideon’s Army.
Thurs., July 8
Network
○ Nashville Job Fair | Thurs., July 8 | 11 a.m.- 2p.m. | Virtual | Free | A virtual job fair for local employment opportunities + on-the-spot interviews. 💼
Show
○ Jimmy Buffett | Thurs., July 8 | 8 p.m. | Ascend Amphitheater | $56+ | Find that lost shaker of salt + head on out to listen to Jimmy Buffett’s beachy tunes.
○ Rhonda Vincent & the Rage | Thurs., July 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $30+ | Award-winning bluegrass artist
○ SNBRN at Nashville Underground | Thurs., July 8 | 9 p.m. | Nashville Underground, 105 Broadway | $20 | Lineup includes Jack Vice, Adrienne Irvin + Christian McFall.
○ The Change Up — Namir Blade + SeddyMac | Thurs., July 8 | 6-10 p.m. | Acme Feed & Seed, 101 Broadway | $10 | Local R&B artists
Active
○ Capitol Steps Workout | Thurs., July 8 | 6-7 p.m. | 600 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. | Free | You can find parking around the other side of the Capitol along the street. 👟
Fri., July 9
Show
○ Craig Morgan + Tenille Townes | Fri., July 9 | 7-9 p.m. | Grand Ole Opry House | $88+ | Lineup includes Craig Morgan, Tenille Townes, and Rhett Walker + more.
Dish
○ Pop Up Bakery | Fri., July 9 | 7 p.m. | Donelson Farmers Market, 3130 McGavock Pk. | Free | Pro-tip: check Berries ‘n Cream Bakery’s website for a menu + place a pre-order. 🧁
TryThis
○ Nashville Video Speed Dating — Filter Off | Fri., July 9 | 8-9 p.m. | Virtual | Free | 90-second speed dating. ❤️
Cause
○ Christmas in July | Fri., July 9 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Nashville Shores, 4001 Bell Rd., Hermitage | Free | Bring an unwrapped toy to donate to Toys for Tots + receive discounted park admission. 🎁
Sat., July 10
Show
○ Bellamy Brothers + MercyMe | Sat., July 10 | 7-9 p.m. | City Winery Nashville, 609 Lafayette St. | $25+ | Lineup also includes Chase Bryant, and Henry Cho + more.
○ Soul of Music City Vol. III | Sat., July 10 | 8 p.m. | City Winery Nashville, 609 Lafayette St. | $25+ | Featuring Writers’ Block + QMM
○ 36th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards | Sat., July 10 | 5 p.m. | Schermerhorn Symphony Center | $180+ | Attend the “greatest night in gospel music” to celebrate artists in the genre. 🏆
ForKids
○ First Lady of Jazz, Ella Fitzgerald | Sat., July 10 | 10-11 a.m. | Hadley Park 103, 28th Ave. North | Free | A new series for children and families to learn about jazz music. 🎷
○ Charlotte’s Web | Sat., July 10 | 10-11 a.m. | West Glow Farms, 1296 Brush Creek Rd., Kingston Springs | $20+ | A live performance of Charlotte’s Web on a farm with food + refreshments. 🕸️
Biz
○ Small Business Expo 2021 | Sat., July 10 | 1-8 p.m. | Gaylord Springs Golf Links, 18 Springhouse Ln. | Free | Prizes every 30 minutes for registered ticket holders + cash prizes for vendors.
Dish
○ Jerk + Caribbean Food Festival | Sat., July 10 | 1-8 p.m. | Walk of Fame Park, 121 4th Ave. South | $5 | A day of authentic Caribbean cuisine with authentic recipes from various vendors.
Cause
○ Sarah’s Charity Birthday Bash | Sat., July 10 | 7-10 p.m. | Flash Me Xperience, 1048 Jefferson St. | $25 | An evening of celebration benefitting local nonprofit Everybody vs. Racism.
Outdoors
○ Nature Hikes | Sat., July 10 | 8 a.m-1 p.m. | The Land Trust for Tennessee’s Glen Leven Farm, 4000 Franklin Pk. | $5 | A self-guided hike through a historic urban farm not regularly open to the public.
TryThis
○ Beginner’s Welding | Sat., July 10 | 1:30-4:30 p.m. | Make Nashville, 620 Davidson St. | 70+ | Learn the basics of MIG welding, safety precautions + more.
ForKids
○ Free Kids’ Saturday at Plaza Mariachi | Sat., July 10 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Plaza Mariachi, 3955 Nolensville Pk. | Free | Bring the kids out for an afternoon of free entertainment including storytime, music + more.
Sun., July 11
TheBuy
○ We-Ho Makers and Growers Market Summer Fest | Sun., July 11 | 2-7 p.m. | The Loading Dock, 2028A Lindell Ave. | Cost of purchase | 30+ local vendors, food trucks, cocktail bar, axe throwing + more.
Active
○ Lit + Fit Brunch | Sun., July 11 | 9:30 a.m. | Flamingo Cocktail Club, 509 Houston St. | $20 | Join instructor Miranda Fuller for a yoga session + brunch.
○ Acme Rooftop Yoga Buzz | Sun., July 11 | 10-11 a.m. | Acme Feed & Seed, 101 Broadway | $10 | Yogis of all skill levels are invited to bring a mat to Acme’s rooftop. 🧘
ForKids
○ Kids Stand Up Open Mic | Sun., July 11 | 3-6 p.m. | Out East Comedy Club, 1401 Gallatin Ave. Unit B | Free | Kids 15 and under can flaunt their comedy talents while learning valuable skills in confidence and public speaking. 🎤
Dish
○ Bluegrass Brunch | Sun., July 11 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Sutler Saloon, 2600 8th Ave. S. #109 | Cost of purchase | Enjoy bottomless mimosas, biscuits, brisket hash, biscuits and gravy + more.
July 12–18
Mon., July 12
Show
○ Michael W. Smith Live Album Recording | Mon., July 12 | 7 p.m. | Allen Arena, 4021 Granny White Pk. | Nashville native + Christian singer Michael W. Smith will record a reimagined version of his 20-year-old album WORSHIP. 🎤
○ Monday Night Jazz | Mon., July 12 | 7 p.m. | Local Distro, 614 Garfield St. | Cost of purchase | Featuring musical and visual artists, vendors, and new craft beverage, Guidance Whiskey 🎷
Active
○ Capitol Steps Workout | Mon., July 12 | 6-7 p.m. | 600 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. | Free | You can find parking around the other side of the Capitol along the street. 👟
○ Ultimate Comedy Open Mic Night | Mon., July 12 | 8 p.m. | The East Room, 2412 Gallatin Ave. | Free | ProTip: if you arrive before 8 p.m., you can even try your own jokes out on the audience. 🎤
Tues., July 13
Show
○ Chris Janson + Gary Mule Deer | Tues., July 13 | 7 p.m. | Grand Ole Opry | $55+ | Lineup includes American Aquarium, Tommy Emmanuel, Chris Janson + more.
○ DJ Lord Chuck | Tues., July 13 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | Bar Sovereign, 514 5th Ave. S. | Cost of purchase | Late-night DJ set featuring hip-hop + R&B 🎛️
ForParents
○ What You Need to Know About Water Birth | Tues., July 13 | 2:15-3:15 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Hear from a Vanderbilt Birth Center registered nurse about the safety, benefits, and details of waterbirths. 🛁
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Louisville Bats | Tues., July 13 | 7:05 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+ | Bring your furry BFF out to First Horizon Park for some baseball + Tito’s Tail Waggin’ Tuesday. ⚾
Wed., July 14
Show
○ School of Rock | Wed., July 14 | 7 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $12+ | Performances by Nashville School of Rock students 🎶
○ Toubab Krewe | Wed., July 14 | Thurs., July 14 | 6:30 p.m. | City Winery, 609 Lafayette St. | $20+ | Asheville, NC-based instrumental group
Active
○ Free Yoga in the Park | Wed., July 14 | 6-7 p.m. | Shelby Park Playground, Shelby Ave. + S. 20th St. | Free | It’s recommended to bring a mat, bug spray, and water. 🧘
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Louisville Bats | Wed., July 14 | 7:05 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+ | Featuring a Johnny Cash wind-up racer giveaway ⚾
Thurs., July 15
Network
○ Summer NAMM | Thurs., July 15-Fri., July 16 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. + 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Music City Center | Free | Join the National Association of Music Merchants for a weekend of networking + events.
Active
○ Capitol Steps Workout | Thurs., July 15 | 6-7 p.m. | 600 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. | Free | You can find parking around the other side of the Capitol along the street. 👟
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Louisville Bats | Thurs., July 15 | 7:05 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+ | Head out to Throwback Thursday at First Horizon Park ⚾
ForFamilies
○ Thrilling Thursdays at the Zoo | Thurs., July 15 | 9 a.m. | Nashville Zoo | Prices vary | Family Zoo Day where discounted tickets will be offered. Tickets will be distributed outside the zoo at 9 a.m. 🎟️
Fri., July 16
Dish
○ Diva Royale Drag Queen Show | Fri., July 16 | 6 p.m. | BigShotz, 115 2nd Ave. N. | $20 | Purchasing food is not required, but only prepaid dinner or brunch packages will be served.
TheBuy
○ Pop-Up Bakery | Fri., July 16 | 4-7 p.m. | Donelson Farmers Market, 3130 McGavock Pk. | Cost of purchase | Try classic, vegan + gluten free cakes and pies. Pre-orders accepted. 🎂
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Louisville Bats | Fri., July 16 | 7:05 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+ | Stick around for post-game fireworks. ⚾
Sat., July 17
Awards
○ Nashville Junior Chamber Gala | Sat., July 17 | 6-10 p.m. | Nashville City Club, 201 4th Ave. N | $70+ | A night celebrating local movers-and-shakers and philanthropists
Show
○ A celebration of Rep. John Lewis | Sat., July 17 | 11 a.m. | Ryman Auditorium | Free | Following a formal dedication ceremony for Rep. John Lewis Way (formerly 5th Ave.), the Ryman will host a celebration featuring performances by Ruby Amanfu, Leigh Nash, and others.
○ Saturday Night Opry | Sat., July 17 | 7 p.m. | Grand Ole Opry | $80+ | Featuring Bill Anderson, Sara Evans, and Vince Gill
○ Greyson Chance | Sat., July 17 | 8 p.m. | The High Watt, 1 Cannery Row | $25+ | The 23-year-old singer-songwriter went viral in 2010 for covering Lady Gaga’s “Paparazzi.”
TryThis
○ Monster Jam | Sat., July 17 | 1 + 6:30 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $20+ | High-flying stunts and other thrilling tricks
Family
Jefferson Street Summer Kickback | Sat., July 17 | 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. | Hadley Park 1037 28th Ave. N. | Free | All-day festival featuring retail vendors, live music + more
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Louisville | Sat., July 17 | 7:05 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+ | The Sounds will face off against the Louisville Cardinals baseball at home + the first 500 fans receive a stainless steel tumbler. ⚾
○ Nashville SC vs. Chicago | Sat., July 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Nissan Stadium | $24 | Nashville SC will face off against Chicago Fire FC at home. ⚽
Sun., July 18
Active
○ Lit and Fit Brunch | Sun., July 18 | 9:30 a.m. | Flamingo Cocktail Club, 509 Houston St. | $20 | Music-driven yoga class + brunch
○ Acme Rooftop Yoga Buzz | Sun., July 18 | 10-11 a.m. | Acme Feed & Seed, 101 Broadway | $10 | Yogis of all skill levels are invited to bring a mat to Acme’s rooftop.
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Louisville | Sun., July 18 | 6:15 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+ | The Sounds will face off against the Louisville Cardinals baseball at home. ⚾
Show
○ Sparkle & Drag Show | Sun., July 18 | 2:30 p.m. | Assembly Food Hall, 5055 Broadway | $5+ | Grab a cocktail + Head up to Assembly Food Hall’s rooftop Showcase Stage.
ForKids
○ Kids Stand Up Open Mic | Sun., July 18 | 3-6 p.m. | Out East Comedy Club, 1401 Gallatin Ave. | Free | Comedy show by children, for children
Family
○ Main Street Festival | Sat., July 17-Sun., July 18 | Times vary | Historic Downtown Franklin | Cost of purchase | The 37th annual festival is expected to attract ~85,000 visitors + feature live music, food, and over 200 vendors.
TryThis
○ Monster Jam | Sun., July 18 | 1 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $20+ | High-flying stunts and other thrilling tricks
July 19–25
Mon., July 19
Outdoors
○ Member Appreciation Day | Mon., July 19 | 2-8 p.m. | Cheekwood Estate and Gardens | Free, with reserved tickets | Receive discounts + win prizes at this special event recognizing Cheekwood members.
Learn
○ Elizabeth Gilpin | Mon., July 19 | 6 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Hear from author Elizabeth Gilpin on her new book “Stolen: A Memoir.” 📖
Show
○ Ultimate Comedy Open Mic Night | Mon., July 19 | 7:30-11:20 p.m. | The East Room, 2412 Gallatin Ave. | Free | Come watch comedians try out new stand-up material. 🎙️
○ The Round Downtown | Mon., July 19 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | Cost of purchase | Enjoy live music + sip on featured cocktails at Assembly Food Hall. 🎶
Active
○ Capitol Steps Workout | Mon., July 19 | 6-7 p.m. | 600 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. | Free | You can find parking around the other side of the Capitol along the street.
ForKids
○ Origami Animal Bookmarks Craft | Mon., July 19 | 3-5 p.m. | Nolensville Public Library, 915 Oldham Dr., Nolensville | Free | Take the kids to the library for a craft project.
Tues., July 20
Network
○ Marketing Professionals Networking Mixer | Tues., July 20 | 5-7 p.m. | Sonny’s Patio Pub and Refuge, 1322 6th Ave. N. | $10 for non-members | Join the American Marketing Association’s Nashville chapter to network over food and drinks.
Show
○ The Black Crowes | Tues., July 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Ascend Amphitheater | $32.50+ | The band’s “Shake Your Money Maker” 30th anniversary reunion tour
○ DJ Lord Chuck | Tues., July 20 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | Bar Sovereign, 514 5th Ave. S. | Cost of purchase | Late-night DJ set featuring hip-hop + R&B 🎛️
Learn
○ Brad Thor | Tues., July 20 | 6 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Hear from author Brad Thor on his new book “Black Ice” with signed copies available for purchase. 📖
Outdoors
○ 12 South Farmers Market | Tues., July 20 | 4-7 p.m. | Sevier Park, 3021 Lealand Ln. | Cost of purchase | Browse a variety of local vendors at the market’s 10th anniversary season. 🍅
○ Old Hickory Village Farmers Market | Tues., July 20 | 4-7 p.m. | 1106 Hadley Ave, Old Hickory | Cost of purchase | Weekly farmers market ~20 minutes northeast of downtown Nashville
TryThis
○ Loteria Night and Retro Tuesday | Tues., July 20 | 6-9 p.m. | Plaza Mariachi, 3955 Nolensville Pk. | Cost of purchase | Play retro games + enjoy live music, food, and $2 beers.
Wed., July 21
Active
○ Yoga in the Park | Wed., July 21 | 6-7 p.m. | Shelby Park | Free | Bring your own mat + unwind with a yoga session in the park. 🌳
Show
○ The Black Crowes | Tues., July 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Ascend Amphitheater | $32.50+ | The band’s “Shake Your Money Maker” 30th anniversary reunion tour
○ Wildheart Wednesdays | Wed., July 21 | 6:30 p.m. | 3rd and Lindsley, 818 3rd Ave. S. | $12 | Celebrate the craft of songwriting + live music at a show featuring everything from blues and bluegrass to pop and jazz. 🎶
TryThis
○ Colorful Hat Circus & Variety | Wed., July 21-Sat., July 24 | Times vary | Jamison Theatre, The Factory at Franklin | $25+ | Watch high-flying acrobatics, juggling, and comedy at this traveling circus.
Art
○ Paint Your Own Pup | Wed., July 21 | 6 p.m. | Grain & Berry, 1806 20th Ave. S. | $55 | Email a high res, front-facing photo of your pet from the chest up at least 3 days before class. 🐩
Learn
○ Rob Rufus in conversation with Jeff Zentner | Wed., July 21 | 6 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Hear from author and musician Rob Rufus on his new book “Paradise, WV.” 📖
Thurs., July 22
Show
○ Dailey & Vincent | Thurs., July 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $30+ | The Springer Mountain Farms Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman series is an annual tradition 🪕
○ Leftover Salmon | Thurs., July 22 | 6th & Peabody, 423 6th Ave. S. | 6-9 p.m. | $45+ | The jamgrass band (bluegrass + jam band) will be joined by the Davisson Brothers Band and Southern Rounds at the venue’s outdoor beer garden stage.
Outdoors
○ Full Moon Hike: Buck Moon | Thurs., July 22 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd. S., Brentwood | $15 | Go on a guided night hike through the forests of Owl’s Hill 🌕
TryThis
○ Colorful Hat Circus & Variety | Wed., July 21-Sat., July 24 | Times vary | Jamison Theatre, The Factory at Franklin | $25+ | Watch high-flying acrobatics, juggling, and comedy at this traveling circus. 🎪
○ Moonlight Disco | Thurs., July 22 | 7-10 p.m. | Virgin Hotels Nashville, 1 Music Sq. W. | Free reservations | DJ sets + $25 bottles of rosé
Fri., July 23
Show
○ Back to Amy | Fri., July 23 | 6:30 p.m. | Virtual | $30 | Celebrate Amy Whinehouse + watch tribute performances on the 10th anniversary of the singer’s death.
○ Diva Royale | Fri., July 23 | 6 p.m. | BigShotz, 115 2nd Ave. N. | $20 | Prepaid dinner is available for purchase.
○ Red Not Chili Peppers | Fri., July 23 | 8 p.m. | Mercy Lounge, 1 Cannery Row | $12+ | A Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute band 🌶️
Dish
○ Pop Up Bakery | Fri., July 23 | 4-7 p.m. | Donelson Farmers Market, 3130 McGavock Pk. | Free | Pro-tip: check Berries ‘n Cream Bakery’s website for a menu + place a pre-order. 🥧
TryThis
○ Colorful Hat Circus & Variety | Wed., July 21-Sat., July 24 | Times vary | Jamison Theatre, The Factory at Franklin | $25+ | Watch high-flying acrobatics, juggling, and comedy at this traveling circus.
Sat., July 24
Show
○ Dave Barnes | Sat., July 24 | 8 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $30+ | Dave’s “God Gave Me You” was later covered by Blake Shelton. 🎶
Dish
○ Goo Goo Cluster Pop-up | Sat., July 24 | Time TBA | Fairlane Hotel, 401 Union St. | Cost of purchase | Stop by for sweet treats while the candy company’s shop is under construction.
Learn
○ Carnegie Writers’ Group Workshop | Sat., July 24 | 3-5 p.m. | Nashville Public Library Green Hills, 3701 Benham Ave. | Free | Meet other writers and hear from guest speakers at this bi-monthly workshop. ✒️
Active
○ Music City Triathlon | Sat., July 24 | 7:15 a.m. | 2 Victory Ave. | $90+ | Swim in the Cumberland River + bike on a closed portion of Ellington Pkwy. 🌊
TryThis
○ Colorful Hat Circus & Variety | Wed., July 21-Sat., July 24 | Times vary | Jamison Theatre, The Factory at Franklin | $25+ | Watch high-flying acrobatics, juggling, and comedy at this traveling circus. 🎪
Sun., July 25
Dish
○ Nashville Beatles Brunch featuring Forever Abbey Road | Sun., July 25 | 12 p.m. | City Winery Nashville | $15 | A high-energy Beatles experience featuring a special brunch menu. 🍽️
○ Lit and Fit Brunch | Sun., July 25 | 9:30 a.m. | Flamingo Cocktail Club, 509 Houston St. | $20 | Music-driven yoga class + brunch
Show
○ Rubiks Groove ‘80s and ‘90s Dance Party | Sun., July 25 | 6-8 p.m. | Crockett Park, 1500 Volunteer Pkwy., Brentwood | Free | Bring your own chair and blankets + prepare for a night of ‘80s and ‘90s hits.
○ Josh Wolf & Friends | Sun., July 25 | 9:15 p.m. | Zanies, 2025 8th Ave. S. | $20 | Two items minimum; 18+ event.
July 26–31
Mon., July 26
ForKids
○ Edmonson’s Got Energy | Mon., July 26 | 10:30-11 a.m. | Virtual | Free | Nashville Public Library’s Edmondson Pike branch will offer a virtual program featuring puppets, interactive songs + storytime. 📚
○ Monday Storytime | Mon., July 26 | 11-11:30 p.m. | Barnes & Noble, 2615 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro | Free | Stop by the children’s section for a story + coloring.
Show
○ Ultimate Comedy Open Mic Night | Mon., July 26 | 7:30-11:20 p.m. | The East Room, 2412 Gallatin Ave. | Free | Come watch comedians try out new stand-up material. 🎙️
○ The Round Downtown | Mon., July 19 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | Cost of purchase | Enjoy live music + sip on featured cocktails at Assembly Food Hall. 🎶
Active
○ Capitol Steps Workout | Mon., July 26 | 6-7 p.m. | 600 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. | Free | You can find parking around the other side of the Capitol along the street.
Tues., July 27
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Columbus | Tues., July 27 | 7:05 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+ | Bring your furry bff for Tito’s Tail Waggin’ Tuesday at First Horizon Park. ⚾
Show
○ DJ Lord Chuck | Tues., July 27 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | Bar Sovereign, 514 5th Ave. S. | Cost of purchase | Late-night DJ set featuring hip-hop + R&B 🎛️
○ Grand Ole Opry | Tues., July 27 | 7 p.m. | Grand Ole Opry | $65+ | A night of music + comedy featuring Trace Adkins, Tenille Arts + Killer Beaz.
Outdoors
○ 12 South Farmers Market | Tues., July 27 | 4-7 p.m. | Sevier Park, 3021 Lealand Ln. | Free | Browse a variety of local vendors at the market’s 10th anniversary season. 🍅
Network
○ Lunch, Learn & Grow: Green Hills | Tues., July 27 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Food Company, 2211 Bandywood Dr. | Cost of purchase | Grab lunch + share a 1-minute elevator pitch.
Parents
○ City-wide baby shower | Tues., July 27 | 1-4 p.m. | Centennial Park Event Shelter | Free | Donate bottles, car seats + other baby items for new and expecting mothers. 🍼
Wed., July 28
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Columbus | Sat., July 28 | 7:05 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+ | The Sounds will face off against Columbus at home. ⚾
ForKids
○ Virtual TechShop: Student Edition | Wed., July 28 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Virtual | $30 | Join TPAC’s technical crew, artists + other theatre professionals to learn about lighting, sound, auditioning, directing, and costuming at this 2-day virtual workshop. 🎭
Active
○ Yoga in the Park | Wed., June 28 | 6-7 p.m. | Shelby Park | Free | Bring your own mat + unwind with a yoga session in the park. 🌳
○ Boxing at East Park | Wed., July 28 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | East Park, 700 Woodland St. | Donations accepted | BeWell in School + Punches n’ Bunches are partnering to offer community boxing classes for all levels.
Show
○ King Crimson | Wed., July 28 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $55+ | Prog-rock band King Crimson last played the Ryman in late 2019.
○ Fat Kat Slims Comedy Open Mic | Wed., July 28 | 7-10 p.m. | Fat Kat Slims, 730 8th Ave. S. | Cost of purchase | This ‘50s style diner hosts comedy shows every Wednesday.
○ 21c Writer’s Round | Wed., July 28 | 6-7 p.m. | 21c Museum Hotel Nashville, 221 2nd Ave. N. | $7 + $15 food or drink minimum | A writer’s round featuring Ava Paige, Bobby Tomerlin, and BRASSFIELD 🎶
Network
○ Connect East Nashville | Wed., July 28 | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | BoomBozz Craft Pizza & Taphouse, 1003 Russell St. | Free | Prepare a 1-minute pitch about who you are + what you do professionally.
Art
○ R&B Paint-N-Sip | Wed., July 28 | 6-9 p.m. | 8eight8 Hookah Bar and Lounge, 888 Murfreesboro Pk. | $20 | Enjoy food + cocktails followed by a 2-hour painting session. 🎨
Learn
○ Sustainable Fashion | Wed., July 28 | 12 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Metro Public Works + Urban Green Lab’s “Sustainable in the City: Thinking Upstream” educational series continues. 💡
Thurs., July 29
Show
○ Lifest | Thurs. July 29-Sat., July 31 | Times vary | Hideaway Farm, 9676 Old Hwy. 46, Bon Aqua | $36+ | 3-day Christian music festival featuring headliners Newsboys, Skillet, Michael W. Smith, Matthew West + more.
WaterCooler
○ Nashville Sounds vs. Columbus | Sat., July 28 | 7:05 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $15+ | Throwback Thursday theme ⚾
TryThis
○ Virtual TechShop | Thurs., July 29-Fri., July 30 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Virtual | $100 | Join TPAC’s technical crew, artists + other theatre professionals to learn about lighting, sound, auditioning, directing, and costuming at this 2-day virtual workshop. 🎭
Active
○ Capitol Steps Workout | Thurs., July 29 | 6-7 p.m. | 600 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. | Free | You can find parking around the other side of the Capitol along the street.
Nashvillian
○ Nashvillian of the Year | Thurs., July 29 | 7:15-10 p.m. | Hilton Nashville Downtown, 121 4th Ave. S. | $275+ | Join business leaders at an event honoring Agenia Clark, the president and CEO of the Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee. 🏆
Fri., July 30
Show
○ Lifest | Thurs. July 29-Sat., July 31 | Times vary | Hideaway Farm, 9676 Old Hwy. 46, Bon Aqua | $36+ | 3-day Christian music festival featuring headliners Newsboys, Skillet, Michael W. Smith, Matthew West + more.
○ Corey Smith | Fri., June 30 | 8:30 p.m. | Marathon Music Works | $25+ | Upgrade to Lux Loft for side-stage viewing
TryThis
○ Roma Drama | Fri., July 30-Sun., Aug. 1 | Times vary | The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin | $60+ | Meet-and-greet with stars from “General Hospital,” “Charmed,” and other TV shows + films. 📺
○ Virtual TechShop | Thurs., July 29-Fri., July 30 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Virtual | $100 | Join TPAC’s technical crew, artists + other theatre professionals to learn about lighting, sound, auditioning, directing, and costuming at this 2-day virtual workshop.
Dish
○ Pop Up Bakery | Fri., July 30 | 4-7 p.m. | Donelson Farmers Market, 3130 McGavock Pk. | Free | Pro-tip: check Berries ‘n Cream Bakery’s website for a menu + place a pre-order.
Drink
○ Red, White & Zoo | Fri., July 30 | 6:30-10:30 p.m. | Nashville Zoo | $75+ | Sample wine from 30+ brands + enjoy a variety of spirits, craft beer, and ciders 🍷
Sat., July 31
Show
○ Garth Brooks | Sat., July 31 | 7 p.m. | Nissan Stadium | $84+ | The best-selling artist in US history plays Nissan Stadium for the first time.
○ Lindsey Stirling | Sat., July 31 | 7 p.m. | Ascend Amphitheater | $29.50+ | You may recognize Lindsey from her choreographed violin performances on YouTube. 🎻
○ Lifest | Thurs. July 29-Sat., July 31 | Times vary | Hideaway Farm, 9676 Old Hwy. 46, Bon Aqua | $36+ | 3-day Christian music festival featuring headliners Newsboys, Skillet, Michael W. Smith, Matthew West + more.
Drink
○ 2021 Music City Brewer’s Fest | Sat., July 31 | 5-9 p.m. | Music City Walk of Fame Park, 121 4th Ave. S. | $20+ | The 20th annual event features local, regional, national, and imported brews, seltzers + spirits. 🍻
Dish
○ Goo Goo Cluster Pop-up | Sat., July 31 | Time TBA | Fairlane Hotel, 401 Union St. | Cost of purchase | Stop by for sweet treats while the candy company’s shop is under construction.
Family
○ Dino Stroll | Sat., July 31-Sun., Aug. 1 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Music City Center | $20 | Nearly 75 life-size dinosaurs on display 🦖
Holiday
○ Franklin Pride Festival | Sat., July 31 | 12:30 p.m.-6 p.m. | Harlinsdale Park, 239 Franklin Rd., Franklin | Donations accepted | Attend Franklin’s first-ever Pride fest + enjoy entertainment, vendors, food + more.
TryThis
○ The Dinner Detective | Sat., July 31 | 6-9 p.m. | Franklin Marriott Cool Springs, 700 Cool Springs Blvd., Franklin | $65 | Enjoy a full-course dinner + participate in a murder mystery show. 🔎
○ Roma Drama | Fri., July 30-Sun., Aug. 1 | Times vary | The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin | $60+ | Meet-and-greet with stars from “General Hospital,” “Charmed,” and other TV shows + films. 📺
