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12 days of Nashville
Holiday lights at Gaylord Opryland
Holiday lights at Gaylord Opryland | Photo by NASHtoday
It’s the time of year when holiday songs are stuck in our heads. We thought we’d contribute to the ever-growing canon of holiday content with our own semi-original song, featuring our favorite topic — yup, you guessed it — Nashville.

We could fill 100 verses with things we love about the 615, but to preserve your time — and all of our sanity — we’ll just stick to one. So, here you have it: NASHtoday’s 12 Days of Nashville.

On the 12th day of Christmas, Music City sent to me... 🎶

Twelve local farmers markets
Find local produce, baked goods, and more at Nashville’s year-round and seasonal farmers markets.

Eleven soul-warming soups
From melty, cheesy goodness to simmering bowls of broth, these piping hot soups are not to be missed.

Ten Nashville coffees
We tried an iced vanilla latte at 10 local coffee shops. And the roastery recognition goes to…

Nine $10 lunches
If you’re looking for tasty lunch spots that won’t break the bank, we have nine restaurants calling your name.

Eight local history accounts
Where are our local history buffs? These eight social media accounts serve up daily (or weekly) doses of Music City’s past.

Seven Nashville candy companies
Step aside, Willy Wonka. We explore the past and present of local confections.

Six Nashville love stories
Read about six times Cupid visited Nashville.

Five Music City fun facts
Maybe you’ve lived here your whole life and know some of these stories — or maybe you’ll learn something new.

Four Nashville sounds
What do live music, construction, the bells at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, and stadium chants have in common?

Three mouthwatering smash burgers
These three smash burger concepts hit Nashville’s food scene in 2021 and are still going strong. In fact, Bad Luck Burger Club upgraded to a food truck. Beep, beep.

Two NASHtoday City Editors
You see our names at the bottom of your morning newsletter, but who are we? Get to know Dylan + Skylar with this guessing game.

One Nashville skyline
There’s only one Nashville skyline — well, two, if you count the Bob Dylan album of the same name. Find out what’s going on inside Music City’s tallest buildings.
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Today, Dec. 13
Wednesday, Dec. 14
  • Trans-Siberian Orchestra | Wednesday, Dec. 14 | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $50+ | This progressive rock group makes its way back to Music City for another electric holiday performance.
Thursday, Dec. 15
  • Diskin Bingo Night | Thursday, Dec. 15 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Diskin Cider, 1235 Martin St. | Free | Bingo is free to play and guests can jump in on any round to win gift card prizes.
  • Gallery Talk: Astronomy and A Garden in the Flood | Thursday, Dec. 15 | 7-7:30 p.m. | Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway | Cost of admission | Join William Teets of Vanderbilt University’s Dyer Observatory for a gallery talk that will uncover astronomical concepts in “Matthew Ritchie: A Garden in the Flood.”
Friday, Dec. 16
  • The Gulch Holiday Market | Friday, Dec. 16 | 3-6 p.m. | Noble Park, 333 11th Ave. S. | Cost of purchase | Check out local vendors, hot chocolate, live music, and donation opportunities at this holiday market.

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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Weather
  • 60º | Cloudy | 10% chance of rain
Coming Soon
  • Edley’s Bar-B-Que plans to open at the Factory at Franklin in 2023. The 5,038-sqft restaurant is slated to be the largest Edley’s location and will feature an indoor dining area, full bar, outdoor patio space, and a dedicated catering kitchen. Stay tuned for updates.
Concert
  • Janet Jackson will bring her ninth concert tour, “Together Again,” to Nashville this spring with special guest Ludacris. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer is set to play Bridgestone Arena on Thursday, May 4. Tickets go on sale Friday at 11 a.m. 🎤
  • Walker Hayes is set to perform at Ascend Amphitheater on Friday, June 23. The “Fancy Like” singer will be joined by special guests Ingrid Andress and Ray Fulcher. Tickets for the “Duck Buck” tour stop go on sale Friday at 10 a.m.
Open
  • Poki Bowl Nashville is now open in Franklin — 1844 W. McEwen Dr. The restaurant allows customers to build their own poké bowls using sushi-grade ingredients.
Tech
  • Finalists for the Greater Nashville Technology Council’s annual awards have been announced. The awards recognize the local tech industry in categories such as company of the year + startup of the year. The winners will be revealed on Thursday, Feb. 16. 💻
Plan Ahead
  • Mark your calendars for La Bella Notte 2023, the annual black tie gala held in support of Nashville Opera’s education and engagement programs. Friends of Nashville Opera will host the event on Saturday, Feb. 4 at the Grand Hyatt Nashville. This year’s theme is La Primavera.
  • Save the dates. The 2023 Nashville Pride Festival is set to take place Saturday, June 24-Sunday, June 25. Vendor and parade applications will open in mid-January. Stay tuned for the lineup and ticket information.
Travel
  • Craving a trip? How about famously foggy mornings, boutique shopping, and Michelin-starred restaurants in San Francisco? We love this Presidio Heights two room + bath suite for its central location, cleanliness, and bay window breakfast nook. 🌉*
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Open: The Boba Bar 🧋

The Boba Bar opens in downtown Nashville
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The Boba Bar is located near Church Street Park. | Photo by @615goodeats
We’re bursting with excitement about a new boba shop opening — this time downtown at 700 Church St. Stop by The Boba Bar for a variety of drinks, including fruit and milk teas, Yakult-based beverages, and blended specialties. The family-owned business makes boba and syrups from scratch + offers one 24 oz size.

Here’s a sneak peek at three drinks you’ll find on the menu:
  • Brown sugar boba | Toasted brown sugar with milk, boba pearls, and a toasted milk cap
  • Korean strawberry milk | Strawberry puree with milk
  • Viet yogurt slush | A blend of sweet and tart Vietnamese yogurt made from scratch for 17 hours per batch
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Dylan.

Editor’s pick: If you love tomatoes and planning ahead, I have great news. The 2023 dates have been announced for the Tomato Art Fest, returning to East Nashville’s Five Points area on August 11-12, 2023. 🍅

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