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Spring is in bloom
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Public Square Park and other areas of downtown will soon look like this. | Photo via Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival
Ready to see Nashville in bloom? From flower displays and craft fairs to beer festivals and dog-friendly events, spring is where Music City thrives.

Get ready to experience the natural beauty of the region and all spring has to offer with this guide featuring 44 spring events happening between March and early June.

Festivals and fairs

Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival | Saturday, April 13 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Public Square Park | Free | Festival highlights include Japanese music and dance, martial arts demonstrations, a group cherry blossom walk, children’s activities, a pup parade, and more.

VIVA Spring Festival | Saturday, April 13 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave. | Cost of purchase | Conexion Americas and El Jefe co-host a day of food trucks, craft beer, music, and lawn games.

Spring Tennessee Craft Fair | Friday, May 3-Sunday, May 5 | Times vary | Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave. | Cost of purchase | Shop pieces made from clay, leather, wood, glass, and other materials at the 53rd annual event.

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 Iroquois Steeplechase. | Photo by Wade Payne Photo via Iroquois Steeplechase

Seasonal happenings

Iroquois Steeplechase | Saturday, May 11 | 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | Percy Warner Park, 2500 Old Hickory Blvd. | $75+ | The annual event attracts thousands for a day of horse racing and tailgating in support of Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt.

Strawberry Jubilee | Saturday, May 11 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Nashville Farmers Market, 900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd. | Cost of purchase | Enjoy live music, family activities, and strawberry-themed specials in the Market House and farm shed.

20th Annual Tour de Nash | Saturday, May 18 | 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Routes vary | $34+ | Take on the City Tour (9 miles), Local Tour (25 miles), or Grand Tour (45 miles) to suit your riding style.

Multiple tents set up on a lawn just after the sun sets.

Sleep under the stars at the zoo. | Photo via Nashville Zoo

Family-friendly fun

Solar Eclipse | Monday, April 8 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd. | Cost of admission | Visit the science center for solar eclipse-themed indoor and outdoor activities, as well as a partial eclipse viewing.

Spring Zzzoofari Slumber | Saturday, May 25 | Overnight | Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Pk. | Price TBA | Join the zoo for a unique camping experience that includes activities during the evening and breakfast the next morning.

Click the button below for 36 more events, including dog-friendly dates, spring markets, and festivals for the 21+ crowd.
 
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Thursday, March 14
  • Kids Snow Show | Thursday, March 14 | 12-2 p.m. | Plaza Mariachi, 3955 Nolensville Pk. | Free | This kid-friendly snowy spectacle has everything — a dance party, story time, and face painting.
  • SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament | Thursday, March 14-Sunday, March 17 | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $18+ | Catch all the action as the conference’s top student-athletes battle it out for the tournament title.
Friday, March 15
  • Spring Break Puppet Show | Friday, March 15 | 10-10:30 a.m. | Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson St. | Free | Make your very own stick puppet after this seasonally-themed show.
Saturday, March 16
  • Spring Vendor Market | Saturday, March 16 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Red Caboose Park, 684 Colice Jeanne Rd. | Cost of purchase | Get a jumpstart on spring shopping with ~30 local small businesses in attendance.
  • Cyanide Cider Release Party | Saturday, March 16 | 12-10 p.m. | Crazy Gnome Brewery, 948 Main St. | Cost of purchase | Get a sneak peek at what’s to come when Cyanide Cider’s taproom opens later this year.
Sunday, March 17
  • Floral Workshop 101 Workshop | Sunday, March 17 | 2-4 p.m. | Napier Elementary School, 67 Fairfield Ave. | $82 | Join Creative Girls Rock for this class covering color coordination, flower types, and the basics of floral design.
Monday, March 18
Plan Ahead
  • Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival | Tuesday, April 2-Saturday, April 6 | Times vary | Locations vary | The Annual Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival returns to Music City, April 2-6. Hear 400+ songwriters across 98 shows and learn about the stories behind your favorite songs. Tickets are on sale now.*
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News Notes
 
Development
  • Starling, the mixed-use development bordering First Horizon Park, is expected to open in May. The seven-story apartment building will also house fitness studio Solidcore, Retrograde Coffee + restaurant chains Toastique and Social Cantina, though individual opening dates will vary. (Nashville Post)
Traffic
  • The I-40 exit ramp for Donelson Pike (Exit 216C) will permanently close tomorrow, March 15 at 8 p.m, according to TDOT. Once the closure is in place, drivers will take Exit 216B and utilize a stoplight to go north toward Donelson or south toward the airport.
Show
  • Kacey Musgraves is hosting an album release show at Ryman Auditorium tomorrow, March 15. Get ready to snag tickets beginning at 10 a.m. today to be the first to hear the album played live in its entirety. As a reminder, Musgraves will play two nights at Bridgestone Arena in December.
Arts
  • Installation is underway for “Loqui,” a large-scale sculpture coming to The Fairgrounds Nashville. The megaphone-shaped piece by artist Blessing Hancock will feature color patterns that play against the surface of the sculpture. Stay tuned for the public unveiling and dedication this summer.
Announced
  • The 2024 CMT Music Awards nominations are out, and Kelsea Ballerini, Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, and Megan Moroney lead the list with three nominations. Tyler Childers + Ashley Cooke are among the 14 first-time nominees. Tune into the fan-voted awards show on Sunday, April 7.
Eat
  • Downtown’s 1 Hotel Nashville unveiled a new guest chef series set to take place at its onsite restaurant, 1 Kitchen, and other local venues throughout the year. The series kicks off in late April with chef Dan Churchill, followed by chefs Nyesha Arrington and Nancy Silverton later this year.
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🥧 Keep your eyes on the pies
A plated shepherds pie and glass of frothy beer placed on a counter.
Bowl up an appetite? Order the shepherd’s pie from Clark’s Landside Diner, located in the bowling alley. | Photo via Eastside Bowl
Every year on March 14, mathematicians and pie lovers alike celebrate Pi Day.

The faux holiday honors the mathematical constant pi — its first three digits are 3.14 — but we prefer to commemorate the day with the edible type of pie. Here are a few spots serving sweet and savory varieties.
  • Dozen Bakery | Dozen’s pastry menus rotate seasonally, so order the coconut passionfruit, lemon lavender, and mini s’mores pies while you can.
  • Eastside Bowl | The shepherd’s pie comes with a side of history — the Family Wash favorite is now served at the bowling alley’s diner.
  • Homegrown Taproom & Kitchen | Check the restaurant’s Facebook page for pie of the day specials, like banana cream and pineapple ricotta.
  • Sunflower Bakehouse | Order the vegan pot pie made with red potatoes, veggies, and a creamy sauce.
  • Schrock Family Farm | Pick up apple, peach, and chess varieties from The Produce Place.
 
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Speaking of Pi Day, I’m partial to a warm slice of cherry pie, but maybe that’s just the Twin Peaks fan in me. If you know where to find the best cherry slice in Nashville, please let me know!
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