Re-visit this page for the chance to audition to become part of a house team. | Photo via Third Coast Comedy Club
It began as a Kickstarter in April 2016, raising $32,480 in 30 days. Today, Third Coast Comedy Club remains Nashville’s only venue dedicated to improv comedy.
In the spirit of quick thinking, we asked Third Coast Comedy Club pros to share their best (or worst) Nashville-themed jokes with us.
“Remember, it’s not illegal to Venmo request the bride-to-be that cut you off on I-40.” — Bill Hillsman, Third Coast Training Center teacher and improviser, The Third Coast Comedy Show
“Nashville is the only place where your bartender, Uber driver, and barista all have the same debut album dropping next week.” — Miriam Kirk, comedian and host of Roast the Host
“Some of the greatest performers got their start in Nashville - Dolly Parton... Taylor Swift... Bob from improv class.” — Dave Strumfeld, musician and improviser, The Third Coast Comedy Show
Champagne Henriot Wine Tasting | 5-7 p.m. | Harvest Wine Market | Free | Guests ages 21+ can try five different wines as managing director Guillaume Deglise provides pairing advice.
An Evening with Jessa Hastings | 6:30 p.m. | Books-A-Million Madison | $24 | The author of “The Conditions of Will” leads a Q+A before the book signing.
Wednesday, April 2
Generous Helpings | 6-8:30 p.m. | Marathon Music Works | $82 | The 21+ tasting showcase highlights Nashville restaurants and benefits Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee — complimentary valet included with tickets.
Thursday, April 3
Flow and Grow | 7 p.m. | Jade & Clover | Cost of purchase | Reset with an hour of yoga by candlelight, then plant some herbs.
Friday, April 4
Nashville Kats vs. Oregon Lightning | 6:30 p.m. | Nashville Municipal Auditorium | $15+ | The arena football team will host their second home contest of the 2025 season.
Saturday, April 5
Crafty Bastards Arts & Crafts Fair | Saturday, April 5-Sunday, April 6 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | oneC1TY | Free+ | Shop over 100 artisan vendors while you enjoy craft cocktails, food trucks, and activities.
“Diary of a Wimpy Kid” Opening Weekend | Saturday, April 5-Sunday, April 6 | 2 p.m. | Nashville Children’s Theatre | $28+ | Jeff Kinney’s popular book character takes center stage through May 18 in this 60-minute production.
Parking updates are in progress at Cheekwood. For now, guests can continue to park in a portion of the adjacent parkland and temporary Lot E. Discounted tickets are available for rideshare users, an off-site shuttle service will run on key weekends, and non-members will be charged a $5 parking fee.
Closing
Christie Cookie Co. will close its doors in 12 South on Friday, April 18, following a recent change in building ownership. While the business is open to a new bakery location in Nashville, there aren’t additional plans to share at this time. (Nashville Business Journal)
Biz
Nashville Sundae Club closed in the Gulch after two years in business, but another Van Leeuwen Ice Cream location is set to take its place. This will mark the New York-based scoop shop’s third storefront, with one open in Egehill Village, and another planned for Neuhoff. (Nashville Business Journal)
Drink
The Well Coffeehouse is debuting a new location in Cool Springs — and it’s sporting a rebrand. The shop around Carothers and Cool Springs Boulevard will showcase the business’ new logo and updated interior, though an exact opening date wasn’t shared.
Sports
Nashville SC will host the team’s first Lamar Hunt US Open Cup match at GEODIS Park on Tuesday, May 6. This marks the Boys in Gold’s third time playing in the tournament, with an opponent to be determined during the Round of 32 draw on Thursday, April 17. Tickets go on sale today, April 1.
Concert
Ryman Auditorium added a fifth night to “An Evening with Vince Gill” due to high demand. The dates are now Aug. 7-9 and Aug. 15-16. The daughter of Gill and Amy Grant, Corrina, will also open each show. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 4.
Wellness
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Announced
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Development
🏗️ Coming around The Bend
Of the retail tenants already in the district, Moonshot Coffee Bar and Top Note occupy space in TownePlace Suites. | Rendering via S9 Architecture/Metro
In addition to the 8-story, 188-room Moxy hotel building, a 10-story residential tower will combine Marriott Bonvoy executive stay units (The Delle at The Bend) and rentable apartments (The Residences at The Bend).
A groundbreaking for this phase, which totals 550,000 sqft, is set for later this month. At the time of its completion in fall 2026, a paseo connecting the two buildings will offer 17,000 sqft of retail.
For additional updates as work progresses, follow the mixed-use district on Instagram.
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