We don’t get northern lights like this in Nashville — but the planetarium show at Taste of Iceland comes close. | Photo by Snorri Thor Tryggvason via Taste of Iceland
Nashville’s new direct flight to Reykjavík, Iceland isn’t the only connection between the two cities this year. Later this month, a festival will bring Icelandic food and entertainment stateside to Music City.
From Thursday, June 26 to Saturday, June 28, Taste of Iceland plans to take over venues across town, including Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery, Cannery Hall, and the Adventure Science Center.
Here’s what you can check out:
A free concert featuring indie band superserious, folk singer-songwriter Árný Margrét, and DJ Hermigervill spinning Icelandic tunes
Bonus: Seek out Icelandair’s Wheel of Prizes during the festival for a chance to win a trip to Iceland and other items.
Events
Events
Wednesday, June 4
Wedgewood-Houston Farmers Market | 4-7 p.m. | The Outfield | Free+ | Check the market’s Instagram page for a list of this week’s vendors + food court offerings.
Thursday, June 5
Movies in the Park | 5-10 p.m. | Elmington Park | Free+ | Bring your own blanket and watch “Inside Out 2" under the stars.
Friday, June 6
Nashville Black Market | 6-10 p.m. | Nashville Farmers Market | $5 | This month’s rodeo-themed market features vendors, food trucks, live music, and a mechanical bull.
Saturday, June 7
Kitten Derby | 1-3 p.m. | The Catio Cat Lounge | $5+ | Cast your vote for the zoomiest kitten — if your chosen cat crosses the finish line first, you could win one of three prize baskets.
Franklin Cocktail Festival | 5-8 p.m. | Westhaven Lake, Franklin | $60+ | Sip on 10 sample-sized cocktails while taking in lake views.
Sunday, June 8
Awaken Your Senses | 4 p.m. | The Iberian Pig | $50 | Put your palate to the test at this guided tasting with four mystery pours and a Q+A.
Six businesses headquartered in the Greater Nashville area made this year’s Fortune 500 list. HCA Healthcare came in at No. 61 on this ranking of the biggest US companies by revenue, followed by Dollar General, Tractor Supply, and others. Ka-ching.
Opening
Pro golfer John Daly is teeing up a Midtown bar. John Daly’s Nashville is set to open Thursday, June 5 in the former Dogwood space next to Losers. There’s even a chance you could win two tickets to the a screening of “Happy Gilmore 2,” in which Daly makes a cameo.
Coming Soon
Fast-casual eatery Flower Child opens its first Tennessee location on Tuesday, June 24 at Franklin’s Southside at McEwen development. It’s part of Fox Restaurant Concepts, the team behind The Twelve Thirty Club and Pushing Daisies. Here’s what to expect from the new spot.
Eat
The temperature outside isn’t the only thing heating up. The 19th annual free-to-attend Music City Hot Chicken Festival returns to East Park on Friday, July 4. If you’re ready to throw your hot chicken recipe into the ring, applications are now open for the Amateur Cooking Competition.
Legacy
A bronze statue of George Jones has joined the Ryman Auditorium’s Icon Walk. The late country music star is honored alongside Charley Pride, Loretta Lynn, Bill Monroe, and Little Jimmy Dickens.
Seasonal
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Pets
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Post of the Day
“Something big is coming” to 305 Broadway, according to new signage next to Jason Aldean’s Kitchen and Rooftop Bar.
The bold orange-and-black panels tease a summer 2025 opening and promise, “We’ll keep ya posted” — but word got out yesterday that Post Malone is getting a Lower Broadway bar. The venue will span 26,000 sqft and feature six bars, three stages, a full-service dining room, and a rooftop.
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Here’s a sweet treat for making it to the end of the newsletter: The Cupcake Collection’s June flavors were made in collaboration with four local businesses.
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