02.26.2024

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Let it out, Nashville

Best places to have a good cry around Nashville

A look down Broadway at night as people walk through the crosswalk and cars are stalled on the street. You can see Robert's Wester World, Jack's Bar-B-Que, and The Stage neon signs clearly on the exterior of the buildings.

You won’t hear any tiny violins playing here. | Photo by Chad Morehead via Unsplash

Carrie Underwood said you can’t cry pretty, and that may be the case, but a solid public breakdown just hits the spot every now and then.

Here are the best places in town to let the dam doors open.

Broadway

Bear with us, we know what you’re thinking. “Broadway is the most populated area of the city, why would we go there?” To that, we raise you two key reasons: Most people are visiting, so you won’t have to see them again + “Friends in Low Places” will drown out the wails.

Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave.

Wallow along Lake Watauga with some Taylor Swift in your headphones. We personally suggest setting up shop beneath the willow seen in the photo below to really set the tone.

A tree's green branches hang down into the water at Centennial Park. In the Green, mature trees line the background and a fountain sits turned on in the middle of the lake. — Cue the waterworks.
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Photo by NASHtoday

Fahrenheit Yoga, 2909 12th Ave. S.

Is it sweat? Tears? No one will ever know when you take the heated power vinyasa flow by candlelight. Pro tip: Take an extra beat in child’s pose for yourself.

Cry Baby Hair Salon, 1219 17th Ave. S., Ste. 4

I mean, need we say more? If you’re also looking to vent, tea is best spilled in a salon chair with an active listener — aka your stylist. Plus, you get a cut and to talk it out for the price of one.

Grandpa Bar, 1501 Herman St. #123

Have a good old fashioned cry in one of the dark corners of this moody bar + reflect on your sorrows. Optional: sipping on a strong Manhattan.

Now it’s time to pass the tissues to you. Where would you suggest having a cry in Nashville? Let us know at the button below.

Bring us to tears

Events

Monday, Feb. 26

Puzzle Challenge | Monday, Feb. 26 | 8-11 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing Nashville, 810 Division St. | Free | The three fastest teams to complete their 500-piece puzzle will win a Hi-Wire gift card.

Tuesday, Feb. 27

Nashville Predators vs. Ottawa Senators | Tuesday, Feb. 27 | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $42+ | Cheer on the Preds at the first of three home games this week.
Organize and Thrive | Tuesday, Feb. 27 | 5-7:30 p.m. | California Closets Franklin, 420 Cool Springs Blvd., Franklin | Free | Join expert organizers for tips, tricks, and hacks to declutter your space.

Wednesday, Feb. 28

StateMint Nashville Spring 2024 Sale | Wednesday, Feb. 28-Saturday, March 2 | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | Hermitage Golf Course, 3939 Old Hickory Blvd. | Free entry | Shop men’s and women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories at this pop-up consignment sale.
Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull, Ricky Martin | Wednesday, Feb. 28 | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $49+ | Don’t stop the party — the global powerhouses bring “The Trilogy” tour to Music City.

Thursday, Feb. 29

Hunger Games: Movie Marathon | Thursday, Feb. 29-Saturday, March 2 | Times vary | Diskin Cider, 1235 Martin St. | Free | May the odds be ever in your favor for this epic movie marathon.

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News Notes

Development

Metro Council will consider a deal with The Fallon Company to redevelop 30 acres of the East Bank. The proposal requires the Boston-based developer to deliver 1,550 housing units, of which 695 would be affordable. Revisit our parcel-by-parcel breakdown of the project area.

Civic

In other East Bank news, Mayor O’Connell announced a Memorandum of Understanding with TPAC to advance the performing arts center’s move to the East Bank. The MOU, set for Metro Council review on Thursday, March 7, allows TPAC to begin designing a new location set for the base of the pedestrian bridge.

Closing

Harding House Brewing Co. announced plans to permanently close its taproom in the Nations. The last day for a pour is Saturday, March 2, though the brewery said it will “continue to be present in the market” and is working on future plans. Read the full statement.

Sports

Nashville SC opened the 2024 season last night with a scoreless draw against the New York Red Bulls. In case you missed it, get a recap of the game. The team’s next home match is on Wednesday, Feb. 28 against Moca FC in the Concacaf Champions Cup. (The Tennessean)

Open

Standard Hat Works, a Texas-based company specializing in custom hats, is now open in East Nashville. Visit the shop at 306 Wilburn St. to check out its collection, which ranges from “classic cowboy hats to contemporary styles.” Take a peek inside.

Drink

Sip on this news. Cheekwood’s Cafe 29 will offer spring-inspired tableside tea service on select days in March and April. Parties of two or four people can reserve a time slot to enjoy seasonal teas and sweet and savory bites.

Community

This Friday, March 1 is National Employee Appreciation Day, and, to celebrate, Nashville Downtown Partnership is hosting Work Perks in the Park: Pizza Party edition, offering free pizza from The Stillery, drinks + giveaways at Church Street Park from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. — for the first 100 downtown workers only. See details.*

Eat

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What’s your favorite pizza around Music City? | Graphic by 6AM City

With the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments just around the corner, we’re joining the fun of bracket competitions with a faceoff of our own with our NASHtoday pizza bracket.

But first, we need your help nominating the places you think should be in the bracket.

Using the nomination form below, submit the local spot that has your favorite slice of pie, and we’ll use your nominations to create a bracket and battle it out in our newsletter and on socials.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

Meet Eli Gold, the “Voice of the Nashville Kats.” If you’re a fellow Crimson Tide fan, Gold needs no introduction. After 35 years with Alabama, he’ll be the play-by-play announcer for all Nashville Kats games this season. Tune in on either 102.5 The Game or 93.3 Classic Hits.

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