Be sure to follow Bagelshop on Instagram for special events like collabs and workshops. | Photo by Casey Mabry via Bagelshop
If you’re looking to get that crispy-on-the-outside, chewy-on-the-inside, cream cheese-smothered, perfectly-golden fix — keep drooling er, we mean reading.
Bagelshop
Get hand-rolled bagels served fresh daily at Bagelshop’s Donelson digs. The shop is open seven days a week and offers bagels, schmears, sandwiches, and coffee. Bonus: Remote work is made easy with free parking and plenty of outlets.
Ugly Bagel
The shop opened inside The Arcade in late 2024 with hopes to “embrace the art of imperfection and celebrate individuality.” Expect a fully customizable menu of hand-rolled bagels, including vegan options and a monthly flavor drop. Plus, don’t miss a peek into the “rolling window.”
615 Deli
A Google review calls 615 Deli the “Elvis Presley of delis, the king.” As for a bagel sammy? We’ll let this cheese pull tell you everything you need to know.
The War and Treaty | Thursday, Jan. 16-Saturday, Jan. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Schermerhorn Symphony Center | $36+ | Be in the crowd for the Grammy-nominated duo’s first-ever concerts with a symphony orchestra.
Friday, Jan. 17
Opry at the Ryman: Opry 100 | 7 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $59+ | Opry members Jeannie Seely and Gary Mule Deer take the stage alongside LANCO and Suzy Bogguss.
Saturday, Jan. 18
Dolly’s Birthday Celebration | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Graduate by Hilton Nashville | Free+ | Visit the hotel for a live book reading, crafts, birthday treats, and Dolly-inspired giveaways.
Nashville Predators vs. Minnesota Wild | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $77+ | “Blue Ain’t Your Color,” but gold is. The first 10,000 fans in attendance will receive a Keith Urban bobblehead.
Sunday, Jan. 19
Movement Lounge’s 3rd Anniversary | 12 p.m. | Movement Lounge | Free | Wear your best Sophia, Blanche, or “Golden Girls” cast member attire to this all-levels vinyasa class.
When Goodnight Nashville’s doors open tomorrow, Jan. 16, Jelly Roll will become the first Nashville native with a celebrity-branded bar on Lower Broadway. Next door to Bootleggers, the over 27,000-sqft space features a floor dedicated to his wife + an area named Buddy’s Backroom after his late father. (The Tennessean)
Closed
After four years in East Nashville, Eastwood Deli Co. announced its closure in an Instagram post yesterday. The restaurant, adjacent to Rosepepper Cantina, served breakfast items, specialty sandwiches, soups, and salads.
Travel
Yesterday, construction began at Nashville International Airport’s Ground Transportation Center. Through the spring, travelers are encouraged to review airport signage as ride-share, bus, and shuttle service pick-up areas may shift.
Sports
Check, check. This thing is on. The Nashville Sounds will host Sound Check Fan Fest for its second year on Saturday, Feb. 1. The free-to-attend event at TailGate Brewery’s headquarters promises a Q&A + autograph session, as well as a silent auction. RSVP now.
Show
“Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman” enters its 32nd year on Tuesday, June 17 with a performance by Dan Tyminski. Take a look at the lineup, which concludes on Tuesday, July 22 with Country Music Hall of Fame member Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder. Single ticket sales begin Friday, Feb. 21.
Try This
We’ll have more on our Picture of the Year Contest tomorrow. For now, keep USA Today’s 10Best music museums at top of mind. Voting is open for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Johnny Cash + Pasty Cline Museums, and National Museum of African American Music.
Job
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From showstopping music events like CMA Fest to unique celebrations like Tomato Art Fest, we understand why Nashville is a top travel pick. | Photo by @mikestuckey
Music City is no stranger to accolades, and we’ve done it again, folks.
Nashville landed on Tripadvisor’s 2025 top US destinations list — coming in hot at No. 6. That’s one spot above last year’s ranking. Of course, we know why Nashville is great, but what local attractions make Music City a top destination according to travelers? Our city earned high marks for its:
Speaking of the restaurant landscape, Nashville ranked No. 7 on the company’s 2025 list for top food destinations in the US. Some of the highest-rated local spots on the platform are Pelato, Henley, Central Bar + Kitchen, and Luogo.
The Buy
The Buy
Bananagrams. The award-winning family game is travel-friendly + perfect for all ages. Bonus: Add a little chaos to family game night when you try the party edition features 14 new tiles with challenges and hijinks.
Soon we’ll be replacing this snow with rain — the whole April showers bring May flowers, right? It’s not too early to start thinking about your garden, especially because Metro Water Services’ annual rain barrel sale is back. Order yours before the Thursday, March 6 deadline.
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