“Les Misérables” marks TPAC’s first Broadway production of the year. | Photo by Matthew Murphy
It’s almost a new year and a new month. Welcome 2026 with these local event picks, including a touring Broadway production, a winter star party, and $8 hot chicken specials.
See it on stage
“Les Misérables” | Tuesday, Jan. 20-Sunday, Jan. 25 | Times vary | TPAC’s Jackson Hall | $73+ | Don’t miss your chance to see a Tony Award-winning musical right here in Music City.
Disney’s “Frozen” in Concert | Friday, Jan. 23-Sunday, Jan. 25 | Times vary | Schermerhorn Symphony Center | $50+ | Watch “Frozen” on the big screen accompanied by a full orchestra.
All about the action
Monster Jam Freestyle Mania | Saturday, Jan. 17-Sunday, Jan. 18 | Times vary | Bridgestone Arena | $34+ | Cheer on Monster Trucks like Grave Digger and El Toro Loco as they team up with motocross bikes to deliver gravity-defying stunts.
The Harlem Globetrotters: “100 Year Tour” | Saturday, Jan. 31 | Times vary | Bridgestone Arena | $52+ | Celebrate 100 years of Globetrotters basketball with slam dunks and trick shots.
Sprouts Farmers Market plans to put down roots in West Nashville, according to a Metro permit. If the project moves forward, the Sylvan Park location will span 23,231 sqft and operate near The Great Escape and Melissa’s Sir Pizza. (Nashville Post)
Coming Soon
In other west side news, Soy Cubano is expanding to the space last home to Tres Hermanos this spring. The new location will feature a cafe for coffee and pastries, a full-service restaurant, and a bar. Some menu items to look forward to: mojo pork and black bean chilaquiles. (Nashville Business Journal)
Transit
WeGo will implement system-wide service changes beginning Sunday, Jan. 4, including more frequent routes, expanded service hours, and a new WeGo Link zone in the East Thompson Lane area. Explore all the updates before hopping aboard.
Closing
TRUMAV Fitness is set to close on Sunday, Jan. 18 after seven years in the Gulch. Make note of these upcoming classes through the closing date.
Eat
Bagelshop’s new 2026 collaboration series, “Bagelshop & Friends: Spread The Love,” kicks off tomorrow with limited-time schmears made with local chefs + restaurants. First up is White Limozeen’s raspberry rose and white chocolate, available throughout January in honor of Dolly Parton’s birthday month.
Seasonal
As a reminder, NDOT’s Christmas Tree Recycling Program is now underway, with 14 drop-off sites across Davidson County operating through Friday, Feb. 13. Trees must be free of decorations and stands + artificial trees are not accepted.
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Looking for a place to order black-eyed peas, collard greens, and cornbread on New Year’s Day? Turkey and the Wolf Icehouse plans to serve “Good Luck Plates” from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. + Edley’s will have these items as well.
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