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Editor’s Pick
Crawls have gone from trend to tradition in Nashville, and I’m here for it. We’ve had coffee and bagel crawls, and now I’m excited to share a couple more happening in June: The Summer Roll Out Bakery Crawl and Tennessee Pride Chamber’s Inclusion Crawl.
Stay tuned for special treats like Baked on 8th’s Dubai chocolate cookies and other tasty surprises from participating spots.
Concert for Love & Acceptance | 7:30 p.m. | Category 10 | Free | Ty Herndon, David Archuleta, and Runaway June are among more than 15 artists performing at the 10th annual event.
Tuesday, June 3
Nashville Sounds vs. Gwinnett Stripers | Tuesday, June 3-Sunday, June 8 | Times vary | First Horizon Park | $10+ | Cha-ching — the first 1,000 fans in the ballpark on Wednesday will receive a free guitar-shaped bank.
Wednesday, June 4
Under the Stars | 7-9:30 p.m. | Cheekwood | $75+ | Settle in for an evening of storytelling and song as artist Rodney Crowell performs in the gardens.
Thursday, June 5
CMA Fest | Thursday, June 5-Sunday, June 8 | Downtown Nashville | Free+ | Experience four days of nonstop country music, including 150+ free daytime shows, nightly star-studded concerts, and Fan Fair X activities.
$35. That’s how much Southwest travelers have to pay for one checked bag after the airline implemented its new checked bag policy last week. Traveling soon? See our tips for flying out of BNA, including parking recommendations, nonstop flights, and airport eatery info. (Wall Street Journal)
Traffic
Speaking of the airport, ride-share drop-offs will move to the Ground Transportation Center (about a 10-minute walk to the terminal) beginning tomorrow, June 3. The move is intended to help ease congestion and improve traffic flow.
Outdoors
What’s that buzzing? Mosquito season is here, and according to Orkin data, Nashville ranks No. 21 on its list of cities with the biggest swarms — so be prepared for some pesky guests next time you head to the park.
Eat
As May — aka National Burger Month — comes to a close, DoorDash has released data on the most popular burger in each state. Turns out, Nashville is flipping out over chicken burgers. If this sparked a craving, substitute a chicken patty the next time you dine at The Pharmacy. (Food & Wine)
Mansion Monday
Ready to bask in nature? This 4-bedroom, 4-bath home near Leipers Fork sits on 12 acres and features wood-beam ceilings, two fireplaces, and a covered porch that opens to private hiking trails.
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Summer days call for a leisurely float ride down the lazy river. | Photo via Nashville Shores
We’re not kiddin’ around — there’s something in Music City for children of all ages. You’ll have no trouble entertaining the youngsters with this list of 45+ kid-friendly activities around the 615.
Fun in the sun
Nashville Shores, 4001 Bell Rd.
The water park located off Percy Priest Lake is open daily through early August and offers ~10 water slides, a wave pool, and a lazy river.
Indoor adventures
Puttshack, 138 12th Ave. N.
Escape the heat and get your game on with high-tech mini golf. There’s also a full food menu, so don’t forget to take snack breaks.
Thrill-seeking fun
Altitude Trampoline Park, 3432 Lebanon Pk.
Bounce around with the family at this 45,000-sqft venue featuring a foam pit and wall-to-wall trampolines.
SOAR Adventure Tower, 3794 Carothers Pkwy., Franklin
Spend hours exploring this four-level rope course with 100+ climbing elements. There’s mini golf, too.
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Did you see Reba at the Music City Rodeo last Thursday? If you missed it — or just want to keep the Reba energy going — CMA Fest is bringing “The Reba House” to Fan Fair X this week. Expect a recreation of the “Happy’s Place” tavern, her chair from “The Voice,” and a few other surprises.
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