2022 will be a tough one to top, folks. | Photo by NASHtoday
If youâre anything like us, you werenât one of the few to secure tickets to Taylor Swiftâs âErasâ tour, which stops at Nissan Stadium on Friday, May 6-Sunday, May 7. But, lucky you, youâre a Swiftie âNASHtodayer.â Think: Someone whoâs super in tune with all thatâs happening in Music City+ loves to tell their friends about it.
To honor that, weâve put together a little âErasâ tour of our own based on some of your favorite stories from this year. Are you ready for it?
Sporty girlies era
We got in touch with our competitive side and challenged ourselves to try new hobbies.If you want to put the fun in fitness in 2023, cue our goat yoga + adult ballet class experiences. Prefer to put your eyes to work? The history buffs will enjoy these stories on Nashvilleâs defunct sports teams and Music City mascots + the creatives can make custom sports apparel with TWEAK.
Cheers to a new year full of new stories. | Gif by NASHtoday
We also got to welcome our entire 6AM City family to Nashville this year. | Photo by NASHtoday
Catch a flight and feelings era
We caught the feels and fell in love with places near and far during our summer âHit the Roadâ series. We explored a foodieâs paradise in Birmingham, AL + invited you to take an outdoor adventure at Lake Oconee, GA. We also made navigating the Nashville International Airport plane and simple, breaking down where to eat, what to know, and airport updates in this guide.
David Cookâs 40th Birthday Extravaganza | Tuesday, Dec. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | City Winery, 609 Lafayette St. | $20+ | The former âAmerican Idolâ winner will celebrate his birthday with an evening of music.
Wednesday, Dec. 21
Nashvilleâs Nutcracker | Wednesday, Dec. 21-Saturday, Dec. 24 | Times vary | TPAC, Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St. | $40+ | This annual Nashville Ballet production features live music by the Nashville Symphony and a reimagined snow scene.
The Longest Night Hike | Wednesday, Dec. 21 | 5-6 p.m. | Bells Bend Park, 4187 Old Hickory Blvd. | Free | Begin and end this short hike by the fire at the outdoor center.
Thursday, Dec. 22
Jingle Beats | Thursday, Dec. 22 | 6 p.m. | Small World Yoga, 1119 12th Ave. S. | Cost of purchase | Wear something festive to this holiday-themed yoga class.
Whiskey Jam | Thursday, Dec. 22 | 8 p.m. | Winners Bar & Grill, 1913 Division St. | Free | Watch a lineup of up-and-coming artists perform at this over 10-year Nashville tradition.
Friday, Dec. 23
Christmas Movie Trivia | Friday, Dec. 23 | 7 p.m. | Hossâ Loaded Burgers, 515 Burkitt Commons Ave., Nolensville | Free | Test your knowledge on all things holiday movies while enjoying a meal at Hossâ Loaded Burgers.
Reveillon | Friday, Dec. 23 | 5-10 p.m. | Margot Cafe & Bar, 1017 Woodland St. | Cost of purchase | Celebrate the season in high French style at this themed dinner.
Saturday, Dec. 24
Tennessee Titans vs. Houston Texans | Saturday, Dec. 24 | 12 p.m. | Nissan Stadium | $24+ | Watch the team take on the Texans with a home field advantage.
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.
U.S. Border Cantina, a Bellevue restaurant of nearly 30 years, is set to close on Friday, Dec. 23. The eatery is popular for its margaritas and queso, among other menu items. Send a well wish and make plans for one last dish. đŻ
Coming Soon
Vida-Flo is set to open its third Middle Tennessee location in Murfreesboro â 2909 Old Fort Pkwy, Ste. 101 â on Monday, Dec. 26. The wellness brand specializes in IV hydration and vitamin infusion + will offer limited time membership specials.
Sports
Vanderbilt will offer free admission to all college students â not just Vandy students â for basketball games scheduled on Wednesday, Dec. 21-Tuesday, Jan. 3. The offer is part of the universityâs âHome for the Holidaysâ program and is valid for anyone who presents a college ID. See the game schedule. đ
DYK
The music note drop featured at Nashvilleâs annual New Yearâs Eve celebration is 16 ft tall, ~400 pounds, and contains more than 28,140 LED pixels. The signage by MadeFirst will help ring in the new year at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park on Saturday, Dec. 31. Explore this yearâs free concert lineup.
Watch
Country superstar Brett Young and âbluegrass queenâ Rhonda Vincent will join the American Pops Orchestra for this yearâs âUnited in Songâ concert. The special airs on PBS on Saturday, Dec. 31 and features performances by Matt Doyle, Mandy Gonzalez, and Natalie Grant.
Number
$10,000. Thatâs how much Pennington Distilling Company donated to Music Health Alliance. The funds will be used to further the organizationâs mission, providing free healthcare advocacy and support to music industry professionals. đ°
Legacy
Charlie Monk has died. The 84-year-old music industry veteran and radio personality was known as the âMayor of Music Row.â Monk assisted artists like Kenny Chesney and Randy Travis land record deals + notable honors include his induction into the Country Radio Hall of Fame. (The Tennessean)
Learn
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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. đ*
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