Plus, the zoo's tiger cubs make their public debut.
 
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🌎 Go planet, it’s (almost) your Earth Day
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Find a spot on the lawn to listen to live music. | Photo via Centennial Park Conservancy
Earth Day is Monday, April 22, but Music City is getting an early start. The Nashville Earth Day festival returns to Centennial Park on Saturday, April 20 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

It’s family-friendly

The event features live music at the Bandshell, local eats, and Kidsville programs for all ages. Here are a few activities to make note of:
  • Stretch with Small World Yoga in front of the event stage from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
  • Go on an electric car ride-along (11 a.m.-2 p.m.) at the EV Car Show.
  • Kidsville: Expect activities like a nature sculpture area, passport sketchbook, and storybook walk — plus, the Kidsville Earth Day Parade at 3:45 p.m.
  • Other activations include puppet shows (12:15 + 3 p.m.), a Reuse Village to make crafts out of recycled materials, and an Earth Day Pub for festival-goers age 21 and older.
Bonus: Nashville Tree Foundation will distribute 850 free trees while supplies last.

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Thousands of Nashville residents gather at Centennial Park for Earth Day each year. | Photo by Von Reisch Photography via Centennial Park Conservatory

It’s educational

Home composting, sustainable cooking, gardening, and recycling are just a few topics you can learn about at the EarthTalks Tent, which features local experts every ~30 minutes. The educational opportunities don’t stop there — visit with 75+ vendors and exhibitors, including nonprofits, sustainable businesses, and government agencies.

Getting there

Consider riding your bike for an eco-friendly travel choice and take advantage of Walk Bike Nashville’s free bike valet parking. For those opting for public transit, utilize WeGo’s trip planner to find the best route. Onsite parking is free, but may be limited.
 
 
Events
 
Monday, April 15
  • Bluebird On 3rd | Monday, April 15 | 12:30 p.m. | 3rd and Lindsley, 818 3rd Ave. S. | $19 | This special lunch time show features Lance Miller, Marla Cannon-Goodman, and three other songwriters.
Tuesday, April 16
  • Nashville Sounds vs. Omaha Storm Chasers | Tuesday, April 16-Sunday, April 21 | Times vary | First Horizon Park, 19 Junior Gilliam Way | $10+ | Cheer on the Nashville Sounds with your pup at Tito’s Tail Waggin’ Tuesday.
  • Nashville History Club | Tuesday, April 16 | 1-2 p.m. | Fort Negley Visitors Center, 1100 Fort Negley Blvd. | Free | This week’s history presentation is titled, “The Magic of the Warner Parks.”
Wednesday, April 17
  • Music on the Farm | Wednesday, April 17 | 6 p.m. | Glen Leven Farm, 4000 Franklin Pk. | $150+ | Tickets include dinner and drinks before performances by Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway and special guest Wyatt Ellis.
Thursday, April 18
  • Tyler Childers Pre-Party | Thursday, April 18-Friday, April 19 | 4:30-7 p.m. | Acme Feed & Seed, 101 Broadway | Free+ | Enjoy live music, drinks specials, and a fun atmosphere with fellow fans before the show.
Friday, April 19
  • Toast Nashville Celebrity Chef’s Collab Dinner Experience | Friday, April 19 | 6:30-10 p.m. | Evelyn’s Nashville, 1808 West End Ave. | $145 | Toast Nashville kicks off with food and cocktail pairings by Maneet Chauhan, Kevin Des Chenes, Alex Belew, and more chefs.
  • Taylor Swift Silent Disco | Friday, April 19 | 8 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing Nashville, 810 Division St. | Free+ | Celebrate the release of Swift’s new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” at this silent disco dance party.
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Eat
  • Otaku Ramen Izakaya, a concept inspired by the former Bar Otaku menu, debuts today at the East Nashville location. In addition to the full ramen menu, order okonomiyaki, skewers, blue crab hand rolls, and more nightly from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Bonus: Expect DJ + karaoke nights this summer.
Open
  • A new Music City Gyros location opens today, April 15 inside East Nashville’s Hunters Station food hall — 975 Main St. Check out the menu, which includes popular items like gyro cones and platters and loaded fries.
Announced
  • The Nashville Zoo’s three Sumatran tiger cubs made their public debut on Friday. See Bulan, Zara, and Kirana explore the Tiger Crossroads habitat with mom, Anne, daily from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Felix, the cubs’ father, will roam in the afternoon.
Outdoors
  • Cheekwood is bringing back its Thursday Night Out series on May 2. Visit the gardens on Thursday evenings through October (5:30-9 p.m.) for live music, food trucks, and family fun. Check out the May lineup, which features guitarist Les Sabler on opening night.
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Hey, batter, batter — it’s time to play ball. | Photo via First Horizon Park
We won’t leave you hanging in the outfield. Jelly Roll, Riley Green, and more will play in this year’s celebrity softball game.
 
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Here’s a fun block party to put on your calendar. Frankies Nashville will be serving up pizza and cold beer, hosting a salumi and wine bar, and offering up lawn games on Sunday, April 28. The party starts at 12 p.m. at 925 Cherokee Ave.
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