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Saddle up: Your guide to Iroquois Steeplechase
Racers on horses are seen circling the track and the crowd is blurred in the background with many standing under colorful tents.
Read up on the history of the event. | Photo by Wade Payne Photo via Iroquois Steeplechase | Wade Payne/Wade Payne Photo
If you haven’t started planning for the 82nd annual Iroquois Steeplechase, giddy up and get going. The event takes over Percy Warner Park (2500 Old Hickory Blvd.) on Saturday, May 13 and we have your need-to-know information. Still don’t have tickets? Explore your options.

👜 Bring it vs. leave it

Pack:

If you purchased a tailgate ticket, you’re allowed one 10x10 tent, a table, and chairs. Box seat and tailgaters can BYOB (just make sure nothing is glass). Also recommended is sunscreen, hats, and bottled water.

Ditch:
  • Propane grills
  • Glass containers
  • Firearms and fireworks
  • Advertising banners + signs
Pro tip: Pets are also not allowed on the grounds, with the exception of service animals.
A graphic of the parking map for this year's Steeplechase event showing icons that represent food stands, medical aid, tracks, and more.

Print out this handy map for easy navigation.

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Graphic via Iroquois Steeplechase

🚘 Parking + transportation

If you’re driving yourself:
  • You must print the parking pass and have it clearly displayed on your windshield when you get to your gate — no electronic passes are accepted. Parking passes are now sold out.
If you’re using rideshare:
  • Rideshare pick-up and drop-off is designated to Lot S, Gate 4. The parking map above shows an additional location near the family area at the hillside entrance off of Highway 100.

🌭 Food truck fare

Steeplechase will offer 13 food trucks in the family area and Steeplechase central — here are some local options we’ll be looking for:

🛍️ Outfit inspo

Suits + bowties:
Dresses+ skirts:
Hats:
Bonus: Enter the Nfocus Steeplechase Style Contest.
JW Marriott Nashville c/o Turnberry Associates
 
Events

Today, May 3
  • Wedgewood-Houston Farmers Market Opening Day | Wednesday, May 3 | 4-7 p.m. | The Outfield, 410 Chestnut St. | Cost of purchase | The market enters its second year featuring 40+ local farmers, bakers, chefs, and more — expect weekly operation hours on Wednesdays through Nov. 1.
  • Tequila Pairing Dinner | Wednesday, May 3 | 6:30 p.m. | Stationairy at Union Station Hotel Nashville Yards, 1001 Broadway | $150 | This five-course dinner is paired with Casa Noble Tequila aged in French oak.
Thursday, May 4
  • Visiting Artist Series | Thursday, May 4 | 5-7 p.m. | RE/MAX Homes and Estates, 2002 Richard Jones Rd., Ste. C-104 | Free | The 14th Visiting Artist Series Event hosted by RE/MAX Homes and Estates, Lipman Group will showcase artist Justin Sigel’s gallery.
  • Paint Your Own Eras Tour Jacket with Denim Canvas Nashville | Thursday, May 4 | 7-9 p.m. | The Countrypolitan, 301 Union St. | $90 | Guests can bring their own jacket, or purchase one on-site, and paint one of three Taylor Swift “Eras-inspired” designs to wear to the show.
Friday, May 5
  • The Sleeping Beauty | Friday, May 5-Sunday, May 14 | Times vary | Studio A at the Martin Center for Nashville Ballet, 3630 Redmon St. | $25+ | All ages will be swept away with the timeless tale of how the villainous Carabosse and noble Lilac Fairy cast dueling spells over Princess Aurora, which can only be broken by a dashing prince’s kiss.
  • Strictly 80s Dance Party | Friday, May 5 | 9 p.m. | The 5 Spot, 1006 Forrest Ave. | $5 | This 80s-themed dance party takes place on the first Friday of every month.
Saturday, May 6
  • May Day Festival at Capitol View | Saturday, May 6 | 12-6 p.m. | Nelson Merry Street, 500 11th Ave. N. | Free+ | Enjoy live music, street vendors, food trucks, and more at this 70s-themed, family-friendly block party.
  • Nashville SC vs. Chicago Fire FC | Saturday, May 6 | 7:30 p.m. | GEODIS Park, 501 Benton Ave. | $19+ | Watch the Boys in Gold play on “Soccer for All Night.”
Sunday, May 7
Events calendar here
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News Notes

Traffic
  • Looking for a Swift weekend commute? Review the eight road closures (daily, 1 p.m.-12 a.m. on Friday, May 5 through Sunday, May 7) downtown for the “Eras” tour. Additionally, TSU, Belmont, and Lipscomb will host graduation ceremonies, which may cause traffic congestion. (WTVF)
Development
  • Work is underway on an area of Second Avenue between Church and Union streets. Construction on the north block will take ~1 year and include new trees, streetlights specialized for light pollution, and outdoor dining. The project aims to maintain the district’s historic charm. (WTVF)
  • Developers began construction on a 96-townhome project near The Fairgrounds Nashville. Oxenfree at WeHo (341 Herron Dr. and 510 Interstate Blvd. S.) will offer rentable two- to three-story townhomes with single-car garages + a swimming pool and green spaces. (Nashville Post)
Opening
  • Prickly Pear Coffee will open its first storefront on Monday, May 15 in the iconic Batman Building — 333 Commerce St. The coffee company, which was established in 2020 as a traveling espresso bar, will be open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. this summer.
Concert
  • We’re “Burnin’ Up” after this announcement. The Jonas Brothers will perform five albums in one night at Bridgestone Arena on Monday, Oct. 9. If you’re a “Sucker” for their music like we are, snag tickets on Friday, May 12.
  • Best-selling and most-awarded female gospel artist CeCe Winans will join Belmont as the university’s Artist in Residence this fall. She will perform at the Fisher Center on Friday, Sept. 15 + students can attend soundcheck and join a Q+A session.
Finance
Fun Fact
  • National Beverage Day is this Saturday, May 6. In celebration, we’re featuring some of our Six & Main beverage brands across our markets including Blanchard’s Coffee, a|dash, Sarilla, Matcha Nude, and more. Start sipping now.
Kids
  • The perfect family-friendly activity does exist, and you can even do it all spring and summer long, rain or shine. We’re talking about Kids Bowl Free — a national program that connects you with local bowling alleys where kids can receive two free games of bowling each day. Learn more + sign up.
 
Transit

🚏 This might be your stop

Finished 12th Avenue South Complete and Green Street Project unveiled in Nashville
A WeGo bus is parked at a bus stop on the completed project route and people exit the bus to pass through a median and bike lane to the sidewalk.
Have you had the opportunity to see the completed project in action? | Photo via @nashvilledot
Word on the street is, the Edgehill area just got a facelift by way of bikeways, greenery, and pedestrian infrastructure — all thanks to the completion of the 12th Avenue South and Green Street project.

Construction on the project began last May at a section of 12th Avenue South between The Gulch and 12 South neighborhoods — through Edgehill. The area was identified as the No. 1 bikeway project priority via the 2017 WalknBike Plan. While most of this 1.5-mile section of roadway included bike lanes, community engagement sessions proved many thought the lanes were not comfortable or safe for all ages and abilities.

Ride through the changes
  • Slimmed lanes
  • Protected bike lanes by use of bioswales
  • Improved pedestrian crossings
  • Upgraded bus stops
 
Asked

Outside of driving, what form of transportation do you utilize most often?
A. Walk
B. Bike
C. Bus
D. Scooter
Take the wheel and let us know
The Wrap
 
Skylar

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From the editor
Speaking of farmers market opening days — Farmin’ In The Hall is also joining the club this week, celebrating the season launch tomorrow, May 4. If you haven’t already, bookmark our guide to Nashville area markets so you can always eat fresh + local.
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