Opening day: Indoor attractions are open year round; outdoor attractions are open select dates mid-May through Labor Day
Highlights: Tube slides with LED lights, indoor surfing, rapid and lazy rivers, a splash pad, a multi-level play structure, and an adults-only pool and bar
Admission: Entry is only guaranteed with the SoundWaves Water Experience overnight package — local resident deals are offered on select dates.
Asked
Asked
Before Nashville Shores opened, the area was home to Hermitage Landing. What was the name of the annual music event held there on a floating stage?
A. SummerSound Splash B. One for the Sun C. Summer Lights D. Dancin’ in the District
TailGate University 103: Build the Perfect Pie | 6:30 p.m. | TailGate Brewery Headquarters | $38 | Learn how TailGate makes its pizza pies, then build your own and enjoy it with a craft beer included in your ticket.
Friday, May 9
Fridays by the River | 3-8 p.m. | Shelby Park Riverview Pavilion | Free+ | This pop-up beer garden with food trucks and live music benefits Shelby Park and Bottoms.
Saturday, May 10
Hendersonville Arts Festival | Saturday, May 10-Sunday, May 11 | Times vary | Sanders Ferry Park | Free+ | More than 40 artists from Middle Tennessee and beyond will showcase paintings, photography, fine jewelry, ceramics, and more.
Nashville SC vs. Charlotte FC | 7:30 p.m. | GEODIS Park | $22+ | The team celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with special performances, community spotlights, and limited-edition merch benefiting API Middle TN.
Sunday, May 11
Sunday Series | 12-9 p.m. | The Pizzeria at Frankies | Cost of purchase | Curry Boys BBQ joins the Frankies team for a “Remember the Thai-Tans” pizza collaboration.
Paul Simon | 8 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $125+ | The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer will perform his 2023 album, “Seven Psalms,” in its entirety, followed by solo tunes and Simon & Garfunkel hits.
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This month, we launched our 2025 Parents’ Gift Guide to showcase gifts that say I appreciate you to parents, grandparents, neighbors, mentors, and life-long friends.
While we’ve already filled all our slots ahead of Mother’s Day, we’ve opened up a few more for Father’s Day.
Whether your business offers a neat product, one-of-a-kind gift, or unique service that could be enjoyed by a father figure — we want to feature it. Secure your spot by Friday, May 23.
Cocktail bar Cultivar is set to open in Salemtown later this year. Expect herbal-infused drinks, a hi-fi listening setup, and a variety of cheeses, cured meats, and local bread sourced from local purveyors. These renderings offer an early look at the lush, plant-filled space. (Nashville Scene)
Biz
Amazon will take over about 100,000 sqft of office space in Asurion’s Gulch building as part of a sublease through WeWork. The tech giant, which has towers nearby at Nashville Yards, is expected to move into the space in July. (Nashville Business Journal)
Shop
A Texas clothing brand featured on “Yellowstone” and “Landman” is bringing its Western wear to Nashville. Schaefer Outfitter’s Fifth + Broadway pop-up shop will be open from early next week until the last day of CMA Fest on Sunday, June 8.
Festival
While CMA Fest is on our minds, more artists were added to this year’s lineup. Rodney Atkins, Deana Carter, Charles Esten, and Rita Wilson will kick off the nightly Nissan Stadium shows, which will also feature collaborations with Marcus King and Brooks & Dunn, Carín León and Cody Johnson + Carly Pearce and Rascal Flatts.
Community
Ryman Auditorium will host its annual Ryman Community Day on Sunday, May 25, complete with free tours, family-friendly activities, food truck fare, on-site printmaking + indoor and outdoor performances. Reserve free tickets using your zip code.
Number
17. That’s how many local deals are featured on NASHtoday’s Small Business Week map. Some of the discounts are even redeemable online, such as Dancin’ Dog’s buy two treats, get one free offer + 10% off Cloverbrook Candle Co. orders.
Pets
Bella, Daisy, Charlie, and Cooper. Those are the four most popular dog names in Tennessee, and we bet you’ll meet a few pups with those names while exploring dog-friendly spots in the Nashville area. (US News & World Report)
Watch
Here’s just one more reason to keep our coffee shop guide handy: Joe Jonas popped up at Cafe Babu yesterday to promote his upcoming solo album and serenaded the crowd with “Burnin’ Up” and other tunes. Don’t worry if you missed it, he’ll be back when the Jonas Brothers perform at Bridgestone Arena in October.
Featured Deal
Get more for mom this Mother’s Day. Now through Monday, May 12, Woodhouse Spa Franklin is offering 10% more on any gift card over $300 when you use the code MOMFTN at checkout. Snag the deal.*
Stat
$8,000+. That’s how much you could spend if your dog breaks a bone in a car crash, fall, or collision — from wound treatment and x-rays to emergency surgery and aftercare. Luckily,this pet insurance plan could reimburse you up to 90% of that cost.*
Festival
Looking for a coastal escape? Make your way to Mount Pleasant, SC, for the annual Sweetgrass Festival on Saturday, July 26. Celebrate Gullah Geechee culture, see sweetgrass basket weaving up close, and soak in the charm of the Lowcountry. Plan your trip.*
The Buy
It’s easy to support small businesses across the globe when you shop unique + one-of-a-kind products on Etsy. One of our favorite things to browse is Etsy’s selection of custom artwork. These are five of our favorites:
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