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Ryman Auditorium’s Haunted History Tours are back for two nights only this summer. Editor Dylan went last year on a night so stormy it felt scripted, and the thunder added to the suspense as we moved through the venue.
This after-hours tour shares eerie accounts from the Ryman’s 133-year history and even takes you beneath the stage. Guided 45-minute tours run every 15 minutes between 6 and 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 12 and Friday, Aug. 1. Tickets are on sale now and typically sell out.
Asked
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Nashville’s hottest day on record was June 29, 2012. How warm did it get?
Nashville Flea Market | Friday, June 27-Sunday, June 29 | Times vary | The Fairgrounds Nashville | Free | Explore unique finds and score deals at the monthly market — parking is $10 cash.
Preds Draft Party | 5:30 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | Free | Reserve your spot for giveaways, games, and alumni autographs as Nashville makes three first-round picks.
Saturday, June 28
Nashville Pride Parade | 10 a.m. | Broadway | Free | Join grand marshals Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Joy Oladokun as the parade travels down Lower Broadway.
Poetry at the Park: A Generative Poetry Workshop | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Church Street Park | Free | Join this poetry workshop with prompts, guided exercises, and inspiration from the downtown setting.
Sunday, June 29
Dolly Parton Impersonator Brunch | 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Halls Chophouse | Cost of purchase | Add some sparkle to brunch, whether you’re craving omelettes, fried green tomatoes, or sweet potato pancakes.
John Oates and The Good Road Band | 7 p.m. | Analog at Hutton Hotel | $52+ | Catch John Oates on the first stop of his tour, featuring fresh material like his new single “Enough Is Enough.”
Monday, June 30
Monday Matinee Movies | 4:30 p.m. | Nashville Shores | $30+ | Float in the pool while “Toy Story” plays on the big screen.
Apparel brand Vince is set to open its first Tennessee store at Ashwood 12South later this summer. The California-born label will join retailers like Reformation and Birkenstock at the new mixed-use development. (Nashville Post)
Open
Here’s the scoop: Andy’s Frozen Custard just opened a new location in Mt. Juliet. The dessert shop serves concretes, shakes, and sundaes from 11 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. most days and even later on weekends.
Development
Tennessee State University broke ground yesterday on a $90 million project that will house its food and animal sciences + environmental sciences programs. The two buildings, expected to open in fall 2026, will include classrooms, teaching labs, and research areas. (WKRN)
Number
12 matches. That’s Nashville SC’s unbeaten streak, the longest in club history, following this week’s 3-2 win vs. the New England Revolution. That’s not the only news to celebrate — defender Andy Najar was just named to the MLS All-Star team.
Drink
Buddy’s Backroom, a once-private speakeasy tucked inside Jelly Roll’s Goodnight Nashville, is now open to the public on Friday and Saturday nights. The third-floor lounge named after his late father serves agave-forward cocktails and a separate menu from the rest of the venue.
Watch
Netflix’s “Hitmakers” drops Thursday, July 24 and features three Nashville talents: Jenna Andrews, Stephen Kirk, and Ben Johnson. The music competition-meets-docuseries follows songwriters and producers as they craft songs for artists like Shaboozey and John Legend. (The Tennessean)
Health
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Featured Deal
Athleta’s Semi-Annual Sale is on. Take up to 70% off bestsellers, workout staples, and everyday favorites built to move with you. Hurry — the sale ends Sunday, June 29.*
Post of the Day
Traveling to Knoxville this summer? Have a friend who knows every word of “Rocky Top” and bleeds Tennessee Orange? In case you missed it, our parent company launched a new newsletter in the Volunteer State. As of this week, 865today is covering all things Knoxville.
You can subscribe now and be among the first readers. And in the spirit of sibling rivalry, we’ll see y’all at Neyland Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 29 — that’s the Vanderbilt vs. Tennessee game, after all.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Labubus are having a moment. The creepy-but-cute collectibles are popping up on TikTok, hanging from bags and purses, and now they’ll be at Music City Vintage this Sunday, June 29. Shoppers can purchase $1 raffle tickets, and at least 12 people will go home with surprise dolls. Plus, you can even bring your own to buy, sell, or trade.
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