There’s nothing ruff about a walk in the park. | Photo by @two.broke_beaches
Round of a-paws, please. From dog-focused shops like The Modern Dog Company to spoiling your pup with royal treatments at Yardstick, it makes sense that Nashville ranks in the top 50 of WalletHub’s Most Pet-Friendly Cities list.
Whether you’re in need of a drinking paw-tner at a local brewery, hitting the farmers markets, or just dining out, well bone appétit. Get ready to dig into this guide for dog-friendly spots around the 615.
Pro tip: You can use BringFido to find more dog-friendly restaurants, pet-friendly hotels, and events, too.
🐾 Parks and trails
Radnor Lake State Park, 1160 Otter Creek Rd. | Pets are allowed on the Otter Creek Road trail.
Gulch Dog Park, 1216 Pine St. | Be sure to snap a photo of your pup in front of the locally-painted murals.
Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave. | Explore the 132-acre park, plus offer your pup some off-leash socialization at the dog park.
🐾 Breweries, cideries, and wineries
Diskin Cider, 1235 Martin St. | Fire pits during cooler weather, cornhole, and water bowls for your pup? Say less.
The Co-Op, 2005 Belcourt Ave. | Frosé all day on patio and porch spaces at the Hillsboro Village location and the forthcoming Gulch eatery, which opens in April.
Harding House Brewing Co., 904 51st Ave. N. | You’ll frequently spot pups on the outdoor patio, and 51 Dog Park is conveniently located right across the street.
🐾 Coffee shops
Elegy Coffee, locations vary | You can ask for a pup cup for your furry friend.
Frothy Monkey, locations vary | According to TripAdvisor, this coffeehouse with locations all over the city is “one of those excellent places that is truly dog friendly (not just tolerant).”
Fido, 1812 21st Ave. S. | Legend has it, a dog by this name actually discovered coffee.
Radnor Lake Hike | Monday, March 20 | 4-6 p.m. | Radnor Lake State Park, 1160 Otter Creek Rd. | Free | Enjoy a 5-mile, brisk walk — there are two steep ridges.
Alex Belew Pop-Up | Monday, March 20 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Bastion, 434 Houston St., Ste. 110 | $150 | Enjoy a seven-course dinner with “Hells Kitchen” Season 21 winner Alex Belew.
Tuesday, March 21
Ain’t Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations | Tuesday, March 21-Sunday, March 26 | Times vary | TPAC, Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St. | $35+ | The Broadway musical follows The Temptations’ journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Lord of the Rings Trivia Night | Tuesday, March 21 | 7 p.m. | Von Elrod’s Beer Hall & Kitchen, 1004 4th Ave. N. | Free | Compete for prizes at this family-friendly trivia night.
Wednesday, March 22
An Evening with They Might Be Giants | Wednesday, March 22 | 8 p.m. | Brooklyn Bowl Nashville, 925 3rd Ave. N. | $35 | The group will perform “All of Flood.”
Thursday, March 23
Swig Cocktail Competition | Thursday, March 23 | 6-8 p.m. | City Tap House Nashville, 204 3rd Ave. S. | $35 | Music City’s top bartenders will be competing for best craft cocktails — you’ll get to sample them and then cast your vote.
John Mayer Solo & Acoustic | Friday, March 24 | 8 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $149+ | This tour features solo performances by Mayer, leaning heavily on his acoustic guitar work with special performances on piano and electric guitar.
Comedy Show | Friday, March 24 | 8-9:30 p.m. | Diskin Cider, 1235 Martin St. | $10 | Host Corie Kellman keeps the laughs going all night while showcasing hilarious comics from Nashville and all over the country.
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.
Developers submitted plans for a Costco in Mt. Juliet — ~20 acres at the corner of Legacy Pointe Boulevard and Rutland Drive. The project, if approved by the city commission, would span more than 160,000 sqft and bring ~275 jobs to Wilson County. (The Tennessean)
Announced
The Country Music Association is expanding its membership criteria today. Changes include student memberships, more opportunities for businesses with large numbers of employees, part-time touring professionals, and more. (The Tennessean)
Sports
Vanderbilt’s men’s basketball defeated Michigan by a single point in Round Two of the NIT on Saturday. The Commodores advance to the quarterfinals, which will be held at Memorial Gymnasium on Wednesday, March 22 against UAB. Tickets are on sale.
The Belmont women’s basketball team lost 101-86 to Ball State in Round One of the WNIT Thursday night. This game marked the program’s third consecutive postseason appearance. (Nashville Post)
Read
OZ Arts Nashville and Parnassus Books will host an intimate conversation with Joan Baez and Emmylou Harris in celebration of Baez’s new book of drawings, “Am I Pretty When I Fly.” The Saturday, April 8 event includes your seat to the discussion and a signed copy of the book.
Cause
The Nashville Zoo will host an adult-only fundraiser on Friday, April 28. A ticket for Sips For Species gets you samples from 30+ alcoholic beverage vendors, live music, and animal encounters. Plus, local food truck fare will be available for purchase.
State
Flora Tydings was named Tennessee’s honoree for USA Today’s “Women of the Year” list. Tydings is the Chancellor of the Tennessee Board of Regents, where she oversees 37 community and technical colleges in the state. Explore this Q+A and see the full list.
Finance
Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*
Shop
If your vacuum isn’t picking up dirt and debris like it used to, it may be time for a new one. This handheld Shark vacuum is lightweight, cordless, and highly rated on Amazon. Or splurge on the Dyson V11 Cordless Vacuum that sucks up particles as small as allergens and bacteria.
To celebrate the first day of spring, refresh your home with tea towels by Jessica Reynolds and find your city print by Signet Sealed, which can all be found in our online shop (Six & Main). Now, that’s how you start the new season.
Seasonal
🌱 Happy first day of Spring
Spring equinox in Nashville, TN
We’re ready for warmer temperatures and added daylight. | Gif by RALtoday
Today marks the spring equinox (aka the first day of Spring).
Technically speaking, it’s the day that the sun crosses the Earth’s equator from the Southern Hemisphere into the Northern Hemisphere. The shift marks the astronomical start of Spring and days will become “longer” because there will be more time between sunrise and sunset.
Looking to celebrate the season? Head to our events page to see community events happening this week and beyond.
If you’re in the mood for some spring cleaning, here are the essentials we recommend:
Speaking of our furry friends, DYK there are also rentable dog parks in Nashville? I came across Sniffspot last spring — think: Airbnb for off-leash dog parks.
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