Tips, time-savers and local info for Nashville visitors
Amp up your excitement for Nashville with these online shows, podcasts and a documentary sure to whet your appetite for a visit. Unless otherwise noted, they're free. With Coronavirus-19 shutting down so many Nashville venues, I thought you might enjoy these online shows as options. Some have archives; others are temporarily shuttered. A growing number... Continue Reading →
POSTPONED UNTIL LATER IN THE YEAR DUE TO COVID-19. Let's get your St. Jude Rock'n'Roll Nashville Marathon (sometimes incorrectly called the Music City Marathon) adventure in Nashville off to a strong start. If possible, arrive on Wednesday so you can enjoy some of the most popular attractions before the hordes descend. *Scroll to the end... Continue Reading →
Spring brings typically Nashville to life with festivals, free outdoor concerts, the St. Jude Rock'n'Roll Marathon and the year's biggest musical event--the CMA Music Fest. UPDATED 3-27-20 (I'm trying to stay on top of changes due to COVID-19) Tin Pan South Thursday, March 24-Sunday, March 28. NEW DATES: OCTOBER 20-24 Our first major spring... Continue Reading →
With dozens of honky tonks on or near Lower Broadway, you might think these are your only options for live music in Nashville. Not true. Friends helped me curate this list of hidden treasures that won't be found on most "visit Nashville" websites. Mouse over the headers to find links to the websites. Although these... Continue Reading →
You're visiting Nashville with your cat or dog. Or you're trying to get a handle on all the pet resources Nashville offers. Here's one page covering lots about pet-centric topics. Emergency Pet Care Let's deal with crisis situations first. What if your pet gets really sick after hours? Although the headline at the top mentions... Continue Reading →
Often asked, "Is there anything in Nashville beside country music?" Absolutely, just pick your alternative: rock, pop, EDM, Americana, metal and more. They just don't get as much publicity. Most venues survive by booking a variety of acts. Organized by location, here are some of the venues that have strong cred, are high profile or... Continue Reading →
You probably know of the Titans, Predators and Sounds but Nashville has a wide range of spectator sports that covet your attention. A few listed below might even surprise you. Nashville Predators Yes, it's currently king of among Nashville spectator sports but which is more fun to watch: the team on the ice and the... Continue Reading →
There's no Nashville experience more authentic that hearing songwriters perform in listening rooms. No frills. No drum solos. No pyro. Just pure poetry set to music. They're a draw for both locals and visitors, especially in-the-round performances featuring three or more songwriters swapping songs and stories. I asked artist/songwriter-on-the-rise Lockwood Barr to make a list of... Continue Reading →
(MOST ARE CLOSED DUE TO COVID-19 SO CALL AHEAD) If things are crowded on the so-called Honky Tonk Highway, take a few extra steps to some of our Off-Broadway honky tonks where you're likely to find less overcrowding, lower drink prices and happy hour specials. Let's take a look at the ones in the immediate... Continue Reading →
With the glory of four seasons, adventure sports are a perfect fit for the middle Tennessee. Granted, we don't have a beach and it's a bit of a drive to the mountains but there's a lot to love when you get outdoors. Plus, check out 30+ Outstanding Outings for Children and Teens and Outdoor Activities Nashville-style. Let's start... Continue Reading →
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