“Les Misérables” marks TPAC’s first Broadway production of the year. | Photo by Matthew Murphy
Take out your calendar — NASHtoday’s Plan Ahead is back in your inbox. From margarita and rosé festivals to stadium concerts and the rodeo, these events will keep you busy in May.
Seasonal events
Musicians Corner | Friday, May 16-Saturday, June 14 | Times vary | Centennial Park | Free+ | It wouldn’t be a Music City summer without this annual outdoor concert series — get there early for food truck eats and Kidsville activities.
Art shows and craft fairs
Harding Art Show | Thursday, May 1-Saturday, May 3 | Times vary | Harding Academy | Free+ | The 50th annual event showcases work from more than 75 artists. Don’t miss Family Day on Saturday for hands-on art activities and artist demonstrations.
Outdoors
HWEN Garden Tour | Sunday, May 11 | 1-4 p.m. | Hillsboro-West End Neighborhood | $10 | Stroll through residential gardens and the new Hillsboro-West End Arboretum — a hop-on/hop-off trolley will also be available.
Mutt Strutt 5K | Sunday, May 18 | 7:30 a.m. | Shelby Bottoms Greenway | $25+ | This dog-friendly race (1 mile and 5K) supports the Nashville Humane Association.
Beatles Trivia Night | 6:30 p.m. | Living Waters Brewing East | Free+ | Test your knowledge of the Fab Four over coffee, beer, and bites.
Author J.M. Hirsch | 6:30 p.m. | Parnassus Books | Free | Hear about the techniques, ingredients, and stories behind Italian dishes you know and love.
Friday, April 25
Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert | 8 p.m. | TPAC’s Polk Theater | $44+ | Celebrate the music of two legends as David Clark and Bill Connors perform everything from “Crocodile Rock” to “Piano Man.”
Saturday, April 26
National Go Birding Day | 11:30 a.m. | Long Hunter State Park | $5 | Join Ranger Leslie for a slow stroll around the Deer Trail to look for warblers — it’s BYOB (bring your own binoculars).
Bourbon & Bubbles Fest | 4-8 p.m. | Steeplechase Grandstand | $94+ | Not only will there be plenty of sips, you should don your big hat for the Iroquois Steeplechase Fashion Show.
Sunday, April 27
Guyanese Supper Club | 5-7:30 p.m. | 100 Taylor | $82+ | Experience a multi-course menu curated by The Pepper Pott alongside cocktails, live music, and storytelling.
Nashville Opera | 2:30 p.m. | Tennessee State Museum | Commemorate the 100th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s visit to Nashville with French operatic music, followed by a visit to the “Welcome Lafayette, Friend of Liberty” exhibition.
Monday, April 28
Cheese Party Wine Dinner | 7 p.m. | Culture + Co. | $65 | Spend an evening pairing artisan cheeses with five wines from PortoVino.
Friday, May 2
Nashville Ballet’s Attitude | Friday, May 2-Sunday, May 4 | Times vary | Tennessee Performing Arts Center | $47 | Nashville Ballet’s Attitude series of contemporary ballets brings stories of hope, struggle, connection, and the human spirit to life on stage.*
A rendering showcases the streetscape of Willow Ridge. | Rendering property of PulteGroup
Nestled in the thriving community of Nolensville and surrounded by picturesque nature, Willow Ridge by John Wieland Homes offers modern, executive-style homes on expansive homesites with breathtaking views.
The premier location ensures a seamless commute to the upcoming Nolensville Town Square, Franklin, and Nashville, while being zoned for the top-rated Williamson County Schools.
Pro tip: Join the VIP Interest List for the opportunity to purchase before the community’s grand opening to the public this Saturday.
We could see 90° days as soon as next week. WKRN says this is earlier than normal, as we usually see it crack that mark around the end of May. The record for the earliest 90°? April 9, 2011.
Opening
Add another new restaurant to your list.Tantisimo will have its soft opening Tuesday, April 29. Located in the old Vegan Vee building in Sylvan Park, the farm-to-table Latin American spot will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. (Nashville Scene)
Biz
Nashville Business Journal unveiled its 2025 Best Places to Work honorees. The list includes Iris Financial Group, Hello Truck Lease, and Ovation HealthCare. Tickets are still available for the celebration event on June 18 at Brooklyn Bowl. (Nashville Business Journal)
Development
A piece of Midtown is back up for sale. ELK Development bought 1804 and 1808 Patterson St. in 2022 for possible redevelopment — and has recently relisted the 0.64-acre spot for $6.65 million. (Nashville Post)
Ranked
Centennial Park was named one of the 10 best parks in the country by USA Today. It noted the park offers “peaceful retreats from the city’s honky-tonk energy.” Want to experience other amazing Nashville parks?We’ve got a guide for that.
Sports
Get ready for the ultimate summer experience at the 2025 Cincinnati Open. With top tennis legends, live music, delicious food, and a vibrant social scene, this event has it all. Plus, the newly upgraded venue brings twice the action. Learn more + snag tickets.*
Arts
If April showers are keeping you indoors this month, may we recommend taking a virtual museum tour via Google Arts & Culture? The Moogseum has some neat photos to look at. Like what is this?
Trending
A full pardon for music superstar Jelly Roll is now on Gov. Bill Lee’s desk. The Tennessee Board of Parole recommended a pardon, citing Jelly Roll’s community service and helping at-risk youth. The singer said he wants “to be an inspiration...to let them know change is truly possible.” (The Tennessean)
Number
$5,000. That’s how much your dog’s ACL surgery could cost if you don’t have pet insurance. With this plan, 90% of that could be reimbursed.*
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Spot songbirds, hawks, and waterfowl along the meadow trails + Barn Owls inside of old barns at Seven Islands State Birding Park — because birding is so in this year.
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