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5 events to kickstart 2025

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The Flying Caceres will also soar on the criss-cross trapeze at “The Greatest Show On Earth.” | Photo via Feld Entertainment
New year, same great happenings. If one of your resolutions is to get more involved in Nashville + explore our city, we’ve got you covered.

Nashville Home Expo, The Fairgrounds Nashville

Whether you’re planning a remodel or landscaping project, you’ll gain inspiration from industry experts, exhibits, and how-to seminars the weekend of Saturday, Jan. 11.

Ringo Starr and Friends, Ryman Auditorium

The star makes a stop Tuesday, Jan. 14 and Wednesday, Jan. 15 after releasing “Look Up,” his first full-length album in six years.

Dolly Parton Birthday Bash, Tennessee Brew Works

Wear your pink on Saturday, Jan. 18 for four performances, including Erin Hazelrig and the Dolly Parton Tribute Band.

“The Greatest Show On Earth,” Bridgestone Arena

The last weekend of January brings 75 performers showcasing over 50 circus acts, like the never-before-seen triangular highwire and BMX bike stunts.

Nashville Scene’s Hot Chicken Week, Locations vary

Heat things up beginning Monday, Jan. 27 when 30+ restaurants offer $8 hot chicken specials.
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Events

Friday, Jan. 3

Opry at the Ryman: Opry 100 | 7 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $43+ | Bill Anderson, the longest-serving Opry member, will open the first show of the institution’s milestone year.

Saturday, Jan. 4

Monster Jam | Saturday, Jan. 4-Sunday, Jan. 5 | Times vary | Bridgestone Arena | $29+ | The unscripted motorsports experience returns to Nashville with world champion athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks.

Sunday, Jan. 5

Tennessee Titans vs. Houston Texans | 12 p.m. | Nissan Stadium | $21+ | Be in the crowd for the team’s last game of the regular season.

Pink Bride Wedding Show | 12-3 p.m. | The Fairgrounds Nashville | Free+ | Brides will have a chance to speak to wedding professionals about pro tips for the big day.

Monday, Jan. 6

Author Event: Sarah Adams | 6:30 p.m. | Nashville Public Library’s Main Branch | $23 | Each general admission ticket includes one seat in the main auditorium and a pre-signed copy of “Beg, Borrow, or Steal” — overflow viewing tickets are also available.

Tuesday, Jan. 7

New Year, All Year Collab: Soy Cubano | Tuesday, Jan. 7-Thursday, Jan. 9 | 7 a.m.-2 p.m. | Bagelshop | Cost of purchase | Bite into two limited-time sandwiches — Good Morning Elena and Pan Con Lechon Cubano.
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News Notes

Weather

Brace for the brr. A wintry mix with freezing rain is expected to impact Middle Tennessee from Sunday night through Monday, according to the National Weather Service. Monday’s cold front will bring the “coldest temperatures so far this winter” by the middle of the week. (The Tennessean)

Biz

Kelsea Ballerini helped West Hollywood’s Craig’s Restaurant announce its Nashville opening date. Previous reporting by the Nashville Business Journal shows the restaurant will take the Gulch space formerly home to The Chef & I at 611 9th Ave. S. Order the truffle bolognese or chicken paillard by this fall.

Open

Brentwood’s former Bricks Cafe space has a new tenant. The owners behind Germantown Cafe opened Karrington Rowe for lunch and dinner service. Small plates include veal ricotta meatballs and butternut squash fritters + mains range from salmon with chili plum glaze to hoisin marinated pork chops. Sunday brunch launches Jan. 19.

Ranked

Looking for love in Nashville? You’re in the right place. Our city ranks No. 72 according to WalletHub’s list of “Best Cities for Singles.” Impress your future sweetheart with these date night ideas.

Listen

Did you hear that? Unlike most hearing aids, the Horizon IX uses dual processors to separate speech from noise, delivering twice the speech clarity and crispness. Experience the ultimate hearing solution.*

Wellness

🏋️ Workin’ on our fitness

Two wooden benches stacked on top of one another in a sauna with a cylinder heat lamp filled with coals sitting on the floor.
Framework’s Wedgewood-Houston flagship location is now open. | Photo by Jessica Steddom via Framework
Whether you enjoy lifting weights or dancing to hip hop tunes for a little cardio action, you can find your workout fit at the button below. Pro tip: Not sure which to try first? Try out multiple gyms with a free trial on ClassPass.

If you’re already sore from yesterday’s gym sesh, focus on active recovery, first.

Framework, 1411 4th Ave. S.

The 5,000-sqft flagship location offers seven saunas and 13 cold plunge tubs. Plus, the studio is home to The Café at Framework, which serves tea, coffee, juice, and non-alcoholic beverages from local partners.

Pause, 3822 Bedford Ave.

From LED light therapy and cryotherapy to the cold plunge and IV vitamin drips, Pause’s Green Hills community is the ultimate spot to recharge after your workout.

Lolu, 807B Main St.

Lolu began hosting pop-up collaborations and now offers a 40-person sauna, 20-person cold tub room, lounge area, and coffee shop in its first brick-and-mortar.
Where to workout

Asked

What’s your biggest gym pet-peeve?

A. Loud grunting/noises
B. Not wiping down equiptment
C. Not re-racking weights
D. Other
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The Wrap

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Signage is officially up for The Loading Dock’s new North Nashville location at 906 Buchanan St. While we continue to await new updates, browse our coffee guide to get inspiration for your next brew.

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