Tips, time-savers and local info for Nashville visitors and newcomers
Does Nashville offer special Christmas activities? Indeed! Our celebrations start in November and culminate with our New Years Eve Bash featuring Keith Urban and fireworks. I've listed events in chronological order by start date but note that many have multi-day runs. #ChristmasInNashville (Photo credit: Gaylord Opryland Hotel) A Country Christmas at Gaylord Opryland The Opryland... Continue Reading →
Looking for an exciting festival or special event to add even more excitement to your Nashville visit? From live music to fine food and delightful art, weekends are crowded with something for the whole family. Thursday, September 26, 5-9pm, Centennial Park September Sundown In the final concert of the season, Musicians Corner hosts The New... 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 →
Summer's almost over. Move on to this rundown of festivals and special events for Fall 2019 in Nashville. Free music is everywhere in Nashville. Just drop in almost any honky tonk, bar or club. Even restaurants, hotel lobbies and the airport concourses are venues for live music. In addition to the daily offerings, here are... 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 →
Nashville has many alternatives to country--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 offer something a bit distinctive. (Photo credit: Will Trotman Band)... 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 →
If things are crowded on the so-called Honky Tonk Highway, take to the backroads. Unlike the bars on Broadway, you're likely to hit upon lower drink prices and happy hour specials. Let's take a look at the ones in the immediate area, then a few worth the drive. (Top photo: The George Jones 1st floor... 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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