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2022 New Year’s Eve events in Nashville
The Countrypolitan will be playing 60s and 70s country hits all night.
The Countrypolitan will be playing 60s and 70s country hits all night. | Photo via The Countrypolitan
It’s hard to believe 2023 is just around the corner. Now is the time to make plans to commemorate the occasion on New Year’s Eve.

Nashville’s annual celebration kicks off at 5:30 p.m. with performances by the Fisk Jubilee Singers, Brooks & Dunn, Zac Brown Band, and Kelsea Ballerini. If you’re looking for something else — perhaps a special dinner, rooftop champagne toast, or kid-friendly get together — we’re here to help with 16 ways to ring in the new year.

🎉 Rooftop gatherings

W Nashville, 300 12th Ave. S. | 7 p.m.-2 a.m. | $250 | Tickets include access to five special experiences, including a rooftop party, a champagne and bubbles bar, dueling pianos, and other activities throughout the hotel.

The Hampton Social, 201 1st Ave. S. | 9 p.m.-1 a.m. | $210+ | Ring in the new year on the heated rooftop with an open bar, bites, live music, and a midnight sparkling rosé toast.

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Stop by The Listening Room for food and a show. | Photo via The Listening Room

🎉 Celebrate with a meal

The Listening Room, 618 4th Ave. S. | 6-11 p.m. (seatings at 6 and 8:30 p.m.) | Cost of purchase | Start your New Year’s Eve with a barbecue bites and a show.

Yolan, 403 4th Ave. S. | 5 p.m.-1 a.m. (seatings at 5 + 8 p.m.) | $150+ | Guests will journey through multiple courses (think: caviar, duck, crab, and truffles) paired with rare pours and sparkling favorites.

Blue Aster, 1620 West End Ave. | 6:30-11 p.m. | $145+ | Roaring 20s attire is encouraged at this Gatsby-inspired celebration with a seated meal and live entertainment.

🎉 Ring in the new year early

Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd. | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Cost of admission | Experience themed activities and a special live science show (11:45 a.m.) concluding with a noon countdown.

A view of the stage at The Electric Jane.

A view of the stage at The Electric Jane. | Photo by Nathan Zucker via The Electric Jane

🎉 Music + cocktails

The Electric Jane, 1301 Division St. | 6 p.m.-1 a.m. | $40+ | Start things off with a supper club buffet and open bar ($150), followed by open seating at 11 p.m. with live music, a Prince tribute, and a midnight countdown.

The Countrypolitan, 301 Union St. | 8 p.m.-1 a.m. | $65 | Enjoy an evening of 60s and 70s country hits, passed appetizers, and craft cocktails available for purchase — plus, a champagne toast and party favors at midnight.

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Today, Dec. 21
  • 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.
  • Zoolumination: Chinese Festival of Light | Wednesday, Dec. 21-Saturday, Feb. 4 | 5-9 p.m. | Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Pk. | $16.50+ | Wander through one-of-a-kind, exquisitely constructed lantern structures featuring animals, colorful scenes, picturesque walkways, mythical beasts + more.*
Thursday, Dec. 22
  • Opry Country Christmas Show | Thursday, Dec. 22 | 7 p.m. | Grand Ole Opry House, 2804 Opryland Dr. | $40+ | See performances by Mandy Barnett, Charlie McCoy, Ricky Skaggs, and other Opry members.
Friday, Dec. 23
Saturday, Dec. 24
  • Nashville’s Nutcracker | Saturday, Dec. 24 | 2 p.m. | TPAC, Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St. | $38+ | This annual Nashville Ballet production features live music by the Nashville Symphony and a reimagined snow scene.
Sunday, Dec. 25
  • Dancing Lights of Christmas | Sunday, Dec. 25 | 5-10 p.m. | Wilson County Fairgrounds, 1033 Sparta Pk., Lebanon | $30+ | Load up the car to view this synchronized drive-thru light and music show.

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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Explore the charms of Charleston, SC during this month-long festival đŸ˜ïž
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Get an inside look at the iconic homes and gardens that define Charleston — and the history that endures. | Photo provided by Historic Charleston Foundation
We get it, holiday shopping can be tough. This year, shake up those usual stocking stuffers and give the gift of travel (and some pretty incredible memories).

As if exploring Charleston any time of the year isn’t reason enough, next spring’s Festival of Houses and Gardens will unravel all the charms of Charleston in a whole new way. With dozens of events wrapped up in one, the Historic Charleston Foundation’s 76th annual city-highlighting festival, happening March 15-April 16, features:
  • House & Garden Tours: Explore the rich history + architectural beauty of Charleston by touring the epic interiors and private gardens of some of the city’s most famous streets.
  • Live Like a Local Events: From wine tasting to artisan workshops to the new Festival Music Series, experience the best of Charleston’s culture — like a local.
  • Splendor Tours: Tour the city’s most splendorous gardens and architectural wonders.
  • Morning History Walks: Stroll Charleston’s historic districts on these guided walking tours.
  • Food For Thought Luncheon Lectures: Lunch and learn with expert speakers, who will elaborate on a variety of topics.*
SEE MORE EVENTS + SNAG TICKETS

Weather
  • 54Âș | Mostly cloudy | 10% chance of rain
Sports
  • Start the countdown, soccer fans. Nashville SC announced their full slate of games for the 2023 MLS season, including 17 home matches. The season opens at home on Saturday, Feb. 25 against New York FC. Tickets go on sale today at 12 p.m.
  • Need to know just enough of what happened during the World Cup for your next holiday party? Get The GIST.*
Transit
  • WeGo Transit will operate on a Sunday/holiday schedule on Sunday, Dec. 25-Monday, Dec. 26 + Sunday, Jan. 1-Monday, Jan. 2. Bonus: WeGo will offer free bus rides after 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve with extended service on 16 routes. 🚌
Outdoors
  • Metro Parks is planning a new park on 1st Avenue near Gay Street. Share your thoughts about park designs and future programming at a community meeting on Thursday, Jan. 12 (6-7:30 p.m.) at Morgan Park Community Center.
List
  • Colts Chocolates was named the best chocolate shop in Tennessee by 24/7 Wall St. The retailer is celebrated for its milk and dark chocolate Colts Bolts made with custom-blended peanut butter and roasted whole almonds. Visit the shop at 3611 Gallatin Pk. đŸ«
Nashvillian
  • Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp CEO Butch Spyridon was named to this year’s Top 100 Most Influential People in the Events Industry. The list — published annually by global event organization Eventex — is voted upon by industry peers. Spyridon has led the NCVC for nearly 32 years.
Number
  • 1 hours and 23 minutes. That’s how early you should arrive to the Nashville International Airport before a domestic flight. A recent study from Upgraded Points analyzed criteria including the number of gates and terminals, average TSA wait time + airport size to determine this metric. Pro tip: Read our guide to navigating BNA for parking tips and terminal eats.
Shop
  • Don’t stress over finding last-minute gifts. Make gifting easy by selecting a gift card to our NASHtoday shop, Six & Main. From candles to clothes, there’s something for everyone. Purchase a gift card today. 🎁
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Culture

Upcoming winter holidays
A paper calendar for December
Prepare for a packed December. | Photo by Olivia Gaines via Pexels
You’ve probably heard a lot of “happy holidays” this season — with good reason. Plenty of cultures celebrate the start of astronomical winter, the end of the year, or just the coming of cold weather by gathering with loved ones and giving thanks.

Look forward to:
  • Yule (begins today, Dec. 21), an ancient Germanic solstice festival. Celebrants mark the shortest day of the year and balance between light and dark.
  • Hanukkah (ongoing), the Jewish Festival of Lights which began the evening of Sunday, Dec. 18 and ends on Monday, Dec. 26.
  • Christmas (Dec. 25), a cultural and religious festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ — which, if you’ve put off gift shopping until now, there’s still time.
  • Kwanzaa (Dec. 26), a week of African American and pan-African celebration culminating in Karamu on Saturday, Dec. 31.
  • Lunar Bodhi Day (Dec. 30), celebrating the Buddha’s enlightenment through acts of kindness. “Secular” Bodhi Day was celebrated on Dec. 8.
You don’t need to celebrate them all — but let’s all celebrate together.
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Today’s issue was written by Dylan.

Editor’s pick: Earlier this week, we shared photos of the Lobby Bar & Lounge at Waymore’s Guest House and Casual Club. Speaking of New Year’s Eve, the new East Nashville hotel is hosting a party with drinks, Frothy Monkey snacks, and a special holiday rate — get more details.

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