Checking in on the new Nissan Stadium | The 1.8 million-sqft development broke ground next to the existing stadium on Feb. 29, 2024 — here’s where construction stands one year later.
See inside Nashville’s newest concert venue | Kacey Musgraves took the stage for The Pinnacle’s inaugural concert this week, and there are 40+ more events to look forward to through October.
Nashville’s Mardi Gras celebrations | Mardi Gras is Tuesday, March 4, and while Nashville’s celebrations might not be as bustling as New Orleans, these treats and events have plenty of Big Easy flair to spare.
Events
Events
Saturday, March 1
Crawfish Boil | Saturday, March 1-Sunday, March 2 | Times vary | Tennessee Brew Works | Cost of purchase | Visit the taproom for live music + 2,000 pounds of Louisiana crawfish, andouille sausage, corn, and potatoes — all boiled in the brewery’s Hippies & Cowboys IPA.
“Dog Man: The Musical” | Saturday, March 1-Sunday, March 2 | Times vary | TPAC’s Polk Theatre | $38+ | Join Dog Man on an epic musical adventure that brings Dav Pilkey’s beloved characters to life
Winter Concert Series | 7 p.m. | Cheekwood | $35+ | The Crescent City Hoodoo All-Stars will perform a Mardi Gras-inspired show with classic jazz, blues, and soul tunes.
Sunday, March 2
Musician Spotlight: Kristen Rogers | 1-1:45 p.m. | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum | Cost of admission | Hear from background vocalist Kristen Rogers, who has toured or worked in the studio with Zach Bryan, Eric Church, Hozier, Post Malone, and more.
“Hadestown” | Friday, March 7-Sunday, March 9 | Times vary | TPAC’s Jackson Hall | $48+ | See the eight-time Tony Award-winning love story live on stage.
Thursday, March 13
Nashville Elvis Festival | Thursday, March 13-Sunday, March 16 | Times vary | Liberty Hall at the Factory at Franklin | $49+ | More than 20 Elvis performers from around the world will compete for the ultimate tribute artist title.
Starbucks will cut 13 drinks from its offerings next week, with plans to shrink its menu by 30% by September. If you were faithful to the Chocolate Cookie Crumble Crème Frappuccino (say that five times fast), find your fix at a local coffee shop instead. (Business Insider)
Closing
In case you missed it, Joann Fabrics is closing all of its stores — including area locations in Madison, Franklin, Mt. Juliet, and Murfreesboro. After shopping the Joann discounts, you can find us hitting up local fabric stores like Fabric House. (Fast Company)
Sports
Robot umpires are in training. The MLB is testing an automated ball-strike challenge system in about 60% of spring training games. We were there first — the Sounds tried out the system in 2023. (NPR + WTVF)
Festival
Tickets to the second Fyre Festival, “Fyre 2,” went on sale earlier this week. According to the website, a $1,400+ ticket will get you access to a currently unannounced lineup of musical artists + activities like extreme sports and wellness events — or, you could play it safe and just grab tickets to Tin Pan South or CMA Fest.
The Word
Telephobia. It’s a word to describe the fear some people — primarily Generation Z — have of making or getting phone calls. If your friend would prefer the written word over a call, send them this newsletter as a subtle message that you’d like to hang out this weekend. (CNBC)
City Guide
City Guide
A doggone good time
This dog-friendly guide will have your pup cheesin’ real big. | Photo by @sutlersays
Round of a-paws, please. From dog-focused shops like The Modern Dog Company to spoiling your pup with royal treatments at Yardstick, it makes sense that Nashville ranks in the top 50 on WalletHub’s “Most Pet-Friendly Cities” list.
Pro tip: You can use BringFido to find more dog-friendly restaurants, pet-friendly hotels, and events, too.
🐾 Coffee shops
Red Bicycle | A Google review says not only is this spot open to pets, the pup cups even have bacon.
Steadfast Coffee | Work remotely from the large outdoor patio during warm weather and you’re sure to spot plenty of pups.
🐾 Shops
Draper James | Don’t forget to snap a photo of your furry friend at the mural outside after you’ve purchased something for them from the Draper James pet collection.
Last call for Restaurant Week. You only have today and tomorrow to enjoy special menus at 50+ participating businesses. Not sure where to begin? Revisit our recommendations.
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