We’ll be sending you our newsletter for the next five days, but if you’re not feeling it after that, we’ll call it quits — no action required. If you like what you see, click any link in this email, and each morning, we’ll keep sending the most relevant news, events, and updates from around Nashville. Our newsletters are completely free to receive and you can unsubscribe at any time.
📚 Book it to these festivals
The registration link for Book Fest is expected to go live this month. | Photo by NASHtoday
Everyone knows the big Nashville festivals that date back decades, such as CMA Fest, Tomato Art Fest, the Southern Festival of Books. These are some of the smaller, newer, or more niche ones coming up in 2026 that you might not already have on your radar.
MNPS Book Fest | March 28
Spend the day at this inaugural festival designed for middle grade and young adult readers. The free event at James Lawson High School will have author panels, book signings, and programming for students, families, and educators.
Nashville Spring Festival | April 10-12
This fest is centered on Nashville’s new Chinatown development and will feature food vendors, live performances, tea tastings, and family-friendly activities.
Waterfest | June 26
Learn more about our local streams and rivers at Cumberland River Compact’s annual water-themed event at Peay Park in Goodlettsville. And yes — there will be waterslides, a splash pad, and snow cones.
🦢 This date night idea features swans, spells, and serious drama
Presented by Nashville Ballet
With elegant choreography inspired by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov, this production captures the soul of classical ballet at its most captivating. | Photo by Karyn Photography
Prepare to be swept away and experience “Swan Lake” as only Nashville Ballet can present it.
Paul Vasterling’s acclaimed production returns to TPAC’s Jackson Hall, Friday, Feb. 27 through Sunday, March 1, for the first time since 2018, bringing classical authenticity, world-class artistry, and Tchaikovsky’s legendary score performed live by The Nashville Symphony.
From moonlight magic to grand ballroom drama, this unforgettable night of romance is “Swan Lake” as it was meant to be experienced. Secure your seat below.
The new owners of the 47-acre East Bank scrapyard site unveiled early redevelopment ideas, including a grocery store, family-focused entertainment, hundreds of apartments, and a large central open area. (Nashville Business Journal)
Coming Soon
Good news, froyo fans. A frozen yogurt spot named Culture Club is set to open in Wedgewood-Houston sometime this spring. Details are limited for now, though customers can expect “premium Greek yogurt and chef-inspired toppings.” (Nashville Business Journal)
Eat
Insomnia Cookies, the bakery known for serving cookies and other sweet treats late into the night, is expanding to Nashville. The opening date hasn’t been shared, but the shop will be located in Midtown’s Kenect building. (Nashville Post)
Watch
The men’s hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics begins today, Feb. 11, and five members of the Predators organization will be part of the action, including head trainer Dr. Kevin Morley for Team USA. (WSMV)
Learn
Itching to pick up a new skill? Spring registration is open for Vanderbilt’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), a no-credit, no-grades program designed for adults age 50 and up. The course catalog includes a mix of 30+ in-person and virtual classes covering music, games, history, writing, and more.
Number
6,000. That’s the estimated number of trees damaged or destroyed in Metro Parks during last month’s winter storm. As of yesterday afternoon, Warner Parks, Joseph Brown Mullen Park, and Sevier Park remained closed due to damage. (WKRN)
Real Estate
Need your property to sell fast? Feature it here, in front of our thousands of highly engaged readers. Visit our business portal to get started and see your property here in as little as two days.
Older Adults
Did you know you could be saving hundreds (and building wealth) with these easy senior discounts? From savings with Amazon Prime to discounted rates with AT&T, we found 20 hacks all older adults should know about.*
Finance
Credit card debt hit record highs in 2025. The answer? This game-changing card with 0% intro APR on balance transfers through 2027 — that’s up to 21 months interest-free. Learn more and apply.*
Fact or Fiction
Leading audiologists are calling this best-selling hearing device “nothing short of a miracle.” Fact. It’s powered by cutting-edge German engineering, making conversation effortless even in noisy places — no wonder 540,000+ customers love it. Learn about a 45-day no-risk trial.*
Wellness
Stop guessing what your routine is doing to your body and know.Hume Body Pod shows you fat and muscle tracking in under 90 seconds, so your effort has direction — not just discipline. Shop while the site’s 35% off sale lasts, and get an extra 20% off with code GOAL20.*
Community
Community
Swipe right on local journalism
Graphic by 6AM City
We love our readers — this Valentine’s Day and always.
Every week, we receive hundreds of thank-you emails, and often you ask how you can support us. While the simplest way is to keep reading + sharing our work, consider supporting us in a more direct way by making a contribution to our team.
Your contribution will help sustain thoughtful reporting, curated guides, and creative storytelling. Plus, it keeps our content free for all and never behind a paywall.
Womanizer’s pleasure-packed Valentine’s Day collection. Deepen intimacy through a shared experience with a sex toy that blends sleek design and clinically backed performance for a feel-good upgrade you’ll both be excited to unwrap.
🐇 Hop to it. Cheekwood is accepting art submissions for its 2026 Great Spring Art Hop through Friday, Feb. 13 at 4 p.m. Selected designs will be turned into bunnies hidden throughout the grounds, and artists who live or work in the Nashville area can apply using the official bunny template.
}})
