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83º | 53% chance of precipitation | Sunrise 5:46 a.m. | Sunset 7:41 p.m.

 
⛱️ Here comes the sun
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This sea of red can only mean one thing: It’s almost time for Tomato Art Fest. | Photo via Tomato Art Fest
Summer’s here and Nashville is so ready. From live music and Fourth of July celebrations to outdoor movies and festivals, summer is when Music City comes alive.

Festivals and fairs

Nashville Pride Festival | Saturday, June 22-Sunday, June 23 | Times vary | Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park | $10+ | Activities include live entertainment (Tinashe, Billy Porter, G Flip, and more), Nashville Drag EXTRAvaganza, a parade, and vendors.

Williamson County Fair | Friday, Aug. 2-Saturday, Aug. 10 | Times vary | Williamson County Agricultural EXPO Park, 4215 Long Ln., Franklin | $14+ | New this year are four rides on the midway, as well as six daily entertainment options — like stilt walker Peter Brunette.

Tomato Art Fest | Friday, Aug. 9-Saturday, Aug. 10 | Times vary | Five Points | Free | The motto for the 21st annual event is, “The Tomato: A Uniter, NOT a Divider! — Bringing Together Fruits & Vegetables.”

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Cheers to 50 years — CMA Fest celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023. | Photo by NASHtoday

Live music

CMA Fest | Thursday, June 6-Sunday, June 9 | Times vary | Downtown Nashville | Free+ | The country music festival enters its 51st year with free performances across five stages and ticketed experiences to see headliners Kelsea Ballerini, Brothers Osborne, Luke Bryan, and more.

Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman | Thursdays, June 13-July 25 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $38+ | The 30-year tradition returns with a six-show series, all preceded by Pickin’ on PNC Plaza.

A black classic car sits parked on the Cheekwood grounds

Don’t miss the barbershop quartet at Cheekwood’s classic cars event. | Photo via Cheekwood

Seasonal happenings

Big Band Dances | Saturdays, June-Aug. | 7 p.m. | Centennial Park Event Shelter, 2500 West End Ave. | Free | Cut a rug with swing and jazz favorites and get lessons half an hour before the event starts.

Exposition of Elegance: Classic Cars at Cheekwood | Saturday, June 15-Sunday, June 16 | 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, 1200 Forrest Park Dr. | Cost of admission | Cruise to Cheekwood to view classic cars and vintage motorcycles on display from the early to mid-20th century.
 
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Events
 
Wednesday, May 8
  • Fido Street Eats | Wednesday, May 8 | 4-8 p.m. | Fido, 1812 21st Ave. | Cost of purchase | Every Wednesday evening, Fido will transform into an open air cafe with a curated street food-inspired menu.
Thursday, May 9
  • Amos Lee with the Nashville Symphony | Thursday, May 9-Saturday, May 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Pl. | $56+ | Amos Lee brings his blend of folk, rock, and soul downtown in collaboration with the Nashville Symphony.
  • Gabriel Iglesias | Thursday, May 9 | 8 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $48+ | The comedian brings his “Don’t Worry Be Fluffy” tour downtown.
Friday, May 10
  • Distillers’ Dinner | Friday, May 10 | 6 p.m. | Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery, 1414 Clinton St. | $265 | The evening highlights the Honey Cask Finish whiskey with hors d’oeuvres and a welcome cocktail before a four-course meal with cocktail parings.
Saturday, May 11
  • Rooftop Fitness with Barry’s Bootcamp | Saturday, May 11 | 10-11 a.m. | Harriet’s Rooftop, 710 Demonbreun St. | Free | Get your morning sweat on with this 45-minute total body workout by Barry’s Bootcamp — plus, a complimentary green juice shot from Neighbors Cafe.
  • Water Lantern Festival | Saturday, May 11 | 5-9 p.m. | The Parthenon, 2500 West End Ave. | $46+ | Enjoy food truck fare and music before making a wish and sending it away on a floating lantern.
Sunday, May 12
  • Garden Tour | Sunday, May 12 | 1-4 p.m. | Corner of Blair Blvd. and 25th Ave. | $11 | This year’s event will feature charming residential gardens on a strollable route, Certified Tennessee Naturalist Joanna Brichetto, a woodwind performance, and more.
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News Notes
 
Development
  • Details surrounding Lainey Wilson’s new Broadway bar, which will take the space formerly home to FGL House later this summer, are here. Bell Bottoms Up will boast two stages and four bars + offer a rooftop level with a 70s western aesthetic and dance floor. Plus, expect a Cajun-inspired menu. (Billboard)
Biz
  • Two West Nashville developments are expanding their rosters this summer and fall. The Nations’ Stateline is welcoming bridal retailer Glitz, fitness center Carbon Performance, and med spa Relive Health. Charlotte Park’s Breeze Block adds Selah James Children’s Boutique, Vigor Fitness, Elevate Med Spa, and Agave’s restaurant. (Nashville Post)
Real Estate
  • Developers officially broke ground on luxury Franklin community, Wyelea. The 600-acre project is situated along the West Harpeth River and will offer 68 homes. Prices begin at $1.5 million and include access to a private members club and amenities like the equestrian facilities. Site tours are available now.
Arts
  • Frist Fridays are back beginning May 31. The series kicks off at the Frist Art Museum with a celebration of the “Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous exhbition,” DJ sets, one-night-only art activations, and gallery talks. Secure your tickets.
Eat
  • Who’s ready for Heritage Fire? Nashville is once again a stop on the 12-city live-fire, food, and wine culinary tour. On Sunday, June 23 at Two Rivers Mansion, experience unlimited bites from Southeast family farms and purveyors, prepared by some of Nashville’s top chefs. Tickets are on sale now.
Concert
  • Miranda Lambert and Friends will stop by Ascend Amphitheater on Saturday, Oct. 5 for a show benefiting MuttNation. The organization, which is founded by the artist, celebrates its 15th anniversary. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 10 at 10 a.m.
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Wellness
  • Purple Carrot delivers plant-based meals right to your door. This month’s chef-prepared meal kits are spring-themed + filled with seasonal ingredients (think: Super Greens Fried Rice with Peanut Drizzle).*
 
 
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A bunch of people sit on the steps at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in front of a large outdoor movie screen.
Editor Skylar caught “The Devil Wears Prada” last season — here’s what you could experience. | Photo by NASHtoday
The race to get NightLight 615 tickets is on. The annual 21+ outdoor movie series that takes over Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in the summer returns from June through October.

It’s important to have a game plan because the event is notorious for selling out quickly. Before we get into the schedule, note that season passes are on sale now and general admission ticket sales open up tonight, May 8 at 7 p.m.

What to see

There are 10 movies queued up on Thursdays and Fridays, but we’ll share our editor picks.
  • June 14 | “Happy Gilmore”
  • July 18 | “Men in Black”
  • Aug. 8 | “Crazy, Stupid, Love”
  • Sept. 5 | “Bring It On”
  • Oct. 17 | “Hocus Pocus”

Eat, drink, listen

A pre-movie DJ will be spinning tracks (so arrive early and snag your spot). Once you’re settled, grab a sip from the featured breweries and a bite from local food trucks. Pro tip: Review some FAQs.
 
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