Music in Music City

Nashville is home to the best musicians and best instruments in the world. Browse visitmusiccity.com/music to explore Nashville's music scene.

Music City July 4th

Music City July 4th is the party of the summer, offering two days of live music, family fun, and spectacular fireworks.

The Farm

Nashville's live music scene is alive and well with concerts taking the stage inside and out all over Music City.

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere - Carousel

The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere is a fantastic family destination in Music City, boasting mammals, birds, and reptiles of many kinds - with a Wild Animal Carousel for the kids!

Gaylord Opryland Delta River Boats

Take a ride on the Delta River Boats at Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center.

Gaylord Opryland - Findley's Irish Pub

Shake off a long day with a pint of Guinness in an authentic pub atmosphere at Findley's Irish Pub inside the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center.

Steel Guitar at Gruhn Guitars

Pick up a new or vintage steel guitar at Gruhn Guitars in downtown Music City.

Mafiaoza's in 12South

Mafiaoza's serves up pizza and Italian favorites with your favorite wine or cocktail in the heart of 12South.

The Parthenon

The Parthenon in Nashville's Centennial Park is the world's only full-scale replica of the Athenian original.

Honky-Tonks

From 11am to 2am each day, the honky-tonks of Lower Broad play live music for all comers.

Tootsie's Orchid Lounge

The world-famous Tootsie's Orchid Lounge has been churning out amazing music for over 50 years in downtown Nashville - a must-see on Honky Tonk Highway.

Music City Soul Series

Tommy Sims played the Music City Soul Series, a weekly concert series in February offering the best in soul, jazz, blues and R&B.

Guitar Playing in Music City

In Music City, there's a guitar for every tune, and a guitar player for every song.

Tiger at the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere

Nashville Concert

Nashville's live music scene is alive and well with concerts playing all day, every day.

Nashville Skyline

The Shelby Street Pedestrian Bridge is a lovely place to take a stroll and catch a stellar view of Nashville's skyline.

Ryman Auditorium

The historic Ryman Auditorium offers the best acoustics in the world, second only to the Mormon Tabernacle, and plays host to the best in every genre.

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Exhibit

Explore the exhibits at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and learn about country music's history.

Nashville Musician

Nashville musicians play sounds for every genre - making it the true Music City.

Sunset in Music City

The Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge offers a gorgeous picture of a Nashville sunset.

Live on the Green Concert Series

Live on the Green is just one of many outdoor concert series happening every year in Nashville.

Live Music 24/7/365

The Nashville music scene is like no other in the world.

Music City Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony

Keith Urban was inducted to the Music City Walk of Fame on May 15, 2011.

Meeting in Nashville

Meetings in Nashville offer fun and networking for all attendees.

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center boasts 2,881 guest rooms, more than 600,000 square feet of meeting space, and 15 restaurants.

SYTA Meeting in Nashville

Meetings always have an entertaining theme in Music City.

Meeting Luncheon in Nashville

Nashville meetings set a stage for excellent networking opportunities, learning, and fun.

Special Event at the Visitor Information Center

The Nashville Visitor Information Center is a great setting to have your next event.

Historic RCA Studio B

RCA Studio B is Home of 1,000 Hits - a place where your group can record a song as well!

Keith Urban at the Grand Ole Opry

Keith Urban was inducted to the Grand Ole Opry on April 12, 2012.

Kings of Leon

The members of Kings of Leon, along with countless artists of all genres, call Music City home.

Music City Center

The stage is set for the LEED-certified, 1.2 million-square-foot Music City Center, opening in downtown Nashville in May 2013.

Hatch Show Print

Explore iconic locations like Hatch Show Print that have contributed to Nashville becoming Music City.

The Songwriting Capital of the World

The artistic collaboration among Nashville's songwriters lends to the creative landscape of the city.

Douglas Corner Cafe

Douglas Corner has hosted live music on 8th Avenue South since 1987.

The Basement

The Basement, one of the hottest music venues in Nashville, is located on 8th Avenue South under Grimey's New & Pre-Loved Music.

Antique Shopping on 8th Avenue

The 8th Avenue Antiques District offers a concentration of unique antique shops to stroll between looking for that perfect piece.

Frothy Monkey

Frothy Monkey offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and delicious local coffee in a comfortable setting in the 12South neighborhood.

Imogene+Willie

Imogene + Willie is a custom denim designer and maker located in an old service station in the heart of 12South.

12South Dining

12South offers restaurants serving everything from barbecue, seafood, or gourmet burgers to pizza, organic local sandwiches, and Mexican popsicles.

12 South Neighborhood

12South is a great neighborhood to grab a drink with friends, kick back, and relax.

Mafiaoza's Pizzeria & Neighborhood Pub

Schermerhorn Symphony Center

Shopping in Green Hills

Bluebird Cafe

Songwriters at the Blue Bird Café

The Mall at Green Hills

Hill Center in Green Hills

Dining at Hill Center

Shopping in Green Hills

Hillsboro Village

Shopping in Hillsboro Village

Belle Meade Plantation

The Parthenon

Fisk Jubilee Singers

Hermitage, Home of President Andrew Jackson

Hatch Show Print

RCA Studio B

RCA Studio B

RCA Studio B

Tin Roof

Tennessee Titans

LP Field

Nashville Sounds

Golf in Nashville

Sylvan Park

Park Café

The Gulch

Watermark Restaurant

Historical Nashville

Experience an American adventure at the home of our nation's 7th President, Andrew Jackson.

Music in Music City

Music City has a sound for every listener.

The Arts in Music City

Dubbed the “Athens of the South” in the 1850s for its elegance, style and many academic institutions, Nashville is also home to a vibrant, ever-growing art scene with a variety of art museums, galleries, and performing arts institutions.

Live Music in Music City

You can hear live music of every genre throughout Music City.

New Year's Eve 2012

The Fray, Sixpence None the Richer, Love and Theft, and Striking Matches performed at the free 2012 Music City New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway. http://www.visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

Two Old Hippies

Two Old Hippies is a lifestyle shop and music venue in The Gulch.

The Belcourt Theatre

Concert at the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park Amphitheatre

View of the Capitol from Bicentennial Mall

Cabana

Cabana offers Southern Comfort Cuisine like crab hush puppies and blackened local catfish as you dine in your own private cabana.

The Parthenon at Centennial Park

The only full-scale replica of the Greek Parthenon stands in Centennial Park, a popular park on West End for picnics, kite flying, and frisbee throwing.

Fido

Loved equally for the coffee and seasonal food selections, Fido is a popular spot in Hillsboro Village for studying, working, and playing.

Jackson's Bar & Bistro

Cozy up next to the fireplace inside or either of the 2 bars or enjoy a seat on the expansive patio and watch the happenings of Hillsboro Village.

Holland House Bar and Refuge

With an inventive food and cocktail menu, Holland House has been named one of the best bars in the nation by Food & Wine, Details, Imbibe, and Entrepreneur.

I Dream of Weenie

I Dream of Weenie is located in the heart of East Nashville's 5 Points and serves delicious charcoal-grilled weenies out of their modified VW bus.

The Local Taco

The Local Taco combines Tex-Mex and Southern food for some of the best tacos around.

Lucchese

Lucchese offers high-end handcrafted leather boots, fashion, and apparel in The Gulch.

Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest is annually celebrated in Germantown, offering a day of live music, dancing, food, drink, and family fun.

Oktoberfest Celebration in Germantown

Oktoberfest Oompah Band

The Produce Place

The Produce Place handpicks products from local growers and producers for sale in their Sylvan Park store.

Guitar Player Songwriter

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Bluebird Cafe Microphone

Live Music at Tootsie's

The Fray

The Fray played the 2012 Music City New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway.

New Year's Eve Crowd on Broadway

Sixpence None The Richer

Sixpence None the Richer played the 2012 Music City New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway.

Will Hoge at the 2010 Music City New Year's Eve

Love and Theft

Love & Theft played the 2012 Music City New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway.

Berry Hill

Berry Hill is a lovely area of Nashville with tree-lined streets and creeks throughout.

Patterson House

Patterson House is a modern-day speakeasy serving exciting and unique cocktails, original and classic, in Midtown Nashville.

The Catbird Seat Dining Room

Thirty-two diners sit around the U-shaped kitchen as chefs Josh Habiger and Erik Anderson prepare the meal at The Catbird Seat in Midtown Nashville.

Ingram Hall at Vanderbilt University

Ingram Hall at Vanderbilt University host performances throughout the year from students and world-class performers alike.

Hutton Hotel

The balcony at the Hutton Hotel provides a gorgeous view down West End Avenue into downtown Nashville.

Nashville Opera presents Turandot

The Nashville Opera is Tennessee's largest professional opera company.

Opry Mills Mall

Opry Mills Mall Fashion District

J. Crew, Tommy Bahama, Calvin Klein, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, and Polo Ralph Lauren are just some of the amazing shopping found at Opry Mills Mall.

Rainforest Cafe

The Rainforest Cafe at Opry Mills Mall is a wild place to shop and eat!

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World offers the most comprehensive selection of Fishing, Hunting, Camping, Boating, Golf and Outdoor Gear, that you will find anywhere under one roof, and conveniently located at Opry Mills Mall.

The Band Perry

The Band Perry played the 2013 Music City July 4th: Let Freedom Sing! event in downtown Music City.

Nashville Symphony at Music City July 4th

Keb' Mo'

Keb' Mo' played the 2013 Music City July 4th: Let Freedom Sing! event in downtown Nashville.

Music City July 4th Family Fun Zone

Hank Williams, Jr.

Hank Williams, Jr. headlined the 2013 Music City New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway in downtown Nashville. http://visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

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Blackberry Smoke

Blackberry Smoke played the 2013 Music City New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway. visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

Brett Eldredge

Brett Eldredge played the 2013 Music City New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway. visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

Music City July 4th Fireworks

Music City July 4th is Nashville's largest single-day party in downtown Music City.

Music City July 4th Fireworks

The sky lights up every 4th of July for the annual Music City July 4th celebration in downtown Nashville.

Music City July 4th 2013 - The Band Perry & Crowd

The Band Perry played to a crowd of thousands at the 2013 Music City July 4th event.

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July 4th Fireworks

Nashville's July 4th fireworks are some of the best in the nation.

The Legendary Grand Ole Opry

The Grand Ole Opry plays to a packed audience every week in Music City.

Making Music in Music City

Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys has made Nashville his home to live and make music.

Live Music 24/7/365

Live music venue signs dot the landscape letting you know so many of the great places to catch live music in Nashville.

Big Music in Music City

The Band Perry played Music City 2013 July 4th celebration in downtown Nashville.

Music in Music City

Nashville is home to the best musicians and best instruments in the world.

Kangaroo Kickabout at the Nashville Zoo

Kangaroo Kickabout at the Nashville Zoo offers families the opportunity to view kangaroos from outside or within the habitat!

CMA Music Festival

CMA Music Festival is a 4-day festival of live music, autograph signings, special events, and more to showcase the best in country music - in the heart of downtown Nashville.

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is one Nashville's premier attraction spots to learn, listen, and enjoy.

Adventure Science Center

Space Chase at the Adventure Science Center gives kids the chance to experience zero gravity.

Music City Center

The Music City Center is Nashville's new convention center located in the heart of downtown.

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Opryland has it all - 2,884 guestrooms, a plethora of dining options, full-service spa, salon and fitness center featuring indoor and outdoor pools, unique shopping experiences, and live entertainment.

Meeting in Music City

Nashville meetings set a stage for excellent networking opportunities, learning, and fun.

Uniquely Nashville Venues in Music City

There are so many uniquely Nashville special event venues, like the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, available to host your next function.

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

The Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center boasts more than 9 acres of indoor gardens

Songwriters at The Bluebird Cafe

Hit songwriters like Tim Nichols, Rivers Rutherford, and Brett James play the world-renowned Bluebird Cafe in Nashville, TN.

Nashville Pickers

Incredibly talented Nashville pickers can be found on every street corner and in every club, making music on instruments with almost as much character as the player.

Emmylou Harris

Her distinctive voice and long, storied career make Nashvillian Emmylou Harris one of the most well-known and influential women in music.

Kings of Leon

The Kings of Leon play the 2015 Jack Daniel's Bash on Broadway: New Year's Eve in Music City! Details: visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

Live Music in Music City

Nashville is Music City where live music plays the soundtrack to life.

The Parthenon at Centennial Park

The Parthenon in Nashville's Centennial Park is the world's only full-scale replica of the Greek original.

Nashville - Music City

Nashville is Music City.

Patterson House

Located in an historic former residence at the corner of 17th Avenue South and Division Street in Midtown, The Patterson House offers a vibe and drink menu that suggests a throwback to the pre-Prohibition era when tempting cocktails and stimulating conversation highlighted a cosmopolitan American nightlife.

Hattie B's Hot Chicken

Music City's culinary scene is spiced up by Nashville staple hot chicken from popular hot chicken joints like Hattie B's.

Jim Sherraden at Hatch Show Print

Hatch Show Print is one of America’s oldest working letterpress poster shops. Since 1879, Hatch has created original art for Mumford and Sons, Elvis, Grand Ole Opry Stars, and more. Unique group experience available.

Grand Ole Opry House Concert

Music City hosts concerts of every size, from street corners to small listening rooms to large capacity concert halls - and everything in between.

Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art

Cheekwood's Botanical Garden is a spectacular showcase of color and horticultural diversity with eleven specialty display gardens and stunning natural landscape.

Lucchese

Located in The Gulch between downtown and Music Row, Lucchese's Nashville store is the third flagship for the renowned American luxury boot company.

Music City July 4th - Special for the Entire Family

Music City July 4th is a special event for every member of the family to share.

Music City July 4th Lights Up the Sky

Nashville's fireworks show is consistently one of the best Independence Day fireworks displays in the country!

Music City July 4th: Let Freedom Sing!

Music City July 4th: Let Freedom Sing! is a happy day for all in downtown Nashville!

Food from Jonathan Waxman

Nashville's food scene is definitely one to travel to experience. Jonathan Waxman prepared this colorful dish at the Music City Food + Wine Festival in 2013.

Lady Antebellum Played Nashville's 2014 New Year's Eve

Lady Antebellum headlined the 2014 Jack Daniel's Bash on Broadway: New Year's Eve in Music City! See who's playing this year: visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

New Year's Eve in Music CIty

The note drops, the confetti falls, and the fireworks explode, and we welcome the new year in downtown Music City! visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

New Year's Eve Fireworks from Lower Broad

Nashville's New Year's Eve fireworks can be seen from all over, with a prime spot on Lower Broad during the Bash on Broadway. visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

New Year's Eve in Music City

Nashville's New Year's Eve offers a free party with live music, fireworks, and the best way to ring in the new year! visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

The Apache Relay

The Apache Relay played the 2014 Jack Daniel's Bash on Broadway: New Year's Eve in Music City. http://visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

Gavin DeGraw

Gavin DeGraw played the 2014 Jack Daniel's Bash on Broadway: New Year's Eve in Music City. http://visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

Ben Folds at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center

Ben Folds is a Nashville resident and musician that helped to tell the Story of Nashville.

Live Music on New Year's Eve in Downtown Nashville

Nashville's New Year's Eve celebration is a stellar free concert and party in Downtown Music City.

Grand Ole Opry

The Grand Ole Opry is the longest-running radio show, turning out amazing live musical shows every week from Music City.

Nashville Visitor Information Center and Music City Marketplace

The Nashville Visitor Information Center, in the tower of the Bridgestone Arena at 5th & Broadway in Downtown Nashville, offers visitor information, guest assistance, live music, and the uniquely Nashville Music City Marketplace.

Hattie B's Hot Chicken

Hattie B's serves up some of Nashville's most famous hot chicken.

The Johnny Cash Museum

The Johnny Cash Museum is dedicated to the life and music career of the late "Man in Black" and features the largest and most comprehensive collection of Johnny Cash artifacts and memorabilia in the world.

New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway

Nashville's New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway features a free street party and concert with hours of live music, a midnight Music Note Drop, and fireworks to ring in the new year. visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

Tommys Sims Plays in Music City

Hit songwriter/musician Tommy Sims plays at a club in downtown Nashville.

Omni Nashville Hotel and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Hatch Show Print, and Omni Nashville Hotel sit just across 5th Avenue from the Music City Center.

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Special Event Space

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is a uniquely Nashville event and special event space in the heart of downtown Music City.

Live Band at Peter Nappi

Unique Nashville spots like Peter Nappi host special events and live music. This was taken at a GQ How-To Kickoff Weekend celebration in 2014. Photo credit: Tony Czech

Nashville's New Year's Eve Concert

Nashville's New Year's Eve celebration is a free party and concert in the heart of downtown Music City. visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

The Station Inn in The Gulch

The legendary Station Inn sits in the center of The Gulch neighborhood near downtown Nashville.

Nashville Rocks

Nashville plays live music of every kind. This picture is of Striking Matches at the 2013 New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway.

Giancarlo Guerrero and the Nashville Symphony

Giancarlo Guerrero conducts the Grammy-winning Nashville Symphony at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in downtown Nashville.

Honky Tonk Legends

The world-famous honky tonks that line Lower Broadway in downtown Nashville have so many musical stories to tell, it's written on their walls.

Peter Nappi

Peter Nappi is a luxury Italian footwear company based in Nashville and offering handcrafted footwear, bags and accessories curated alongside imported furniture and home goods. Photo credit: Tony Czech

New Year's Eve in Nashville

Nashville's New Year's Eve Celebration offers hours of free live music, a midnight Music Note Drop, and fireworks at the stroke the new year. visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

Bowling at Pinewood Social

Pinewood Social is a restaurant with a creative cocktail and coffee program, bowling alley, bocce ball court, and wading pool in downtown Music City.

Dining at Watermark Restaurant in The Gulch

Watermark Restaurant features a culinary emphasis on exceptional Southern product, classically prepared, and warm, professional service - serving to diners in The Gulch.

Jack Daniel Distillery

The Jack Daniel Distillery is just down the road from Music City - a perfect afternoon trip for unique Tennessee fun.

The Hermitage, Home of President Andrew Jackson

The Hermitage is the home of President Andrew Jackson, offering tours of the mansion and grounds.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at TPAC

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is one of the productions that are part of the Broadway series at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC).

Virago

Virago is Nashville's premier Asian fusion and sushi restaurant, located on MStreet in The Gulch.

Kristen Capolino

Kristen Capolino plays the 2014 Jack Daniel's Bash on Broadway: New Year's Eve in Music City! http://visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

4th of July 2014 Fireworks

Music City New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway

The 2014 Jack Daniel's Bash on Broadway: New Year's Eve in Music City was a spectacular party in downtown Nashville!

Nashville Hits the High Notes

Gaylord Opryland's A Country Christmas

Nashville's New Year's Eve

New Year's Eve Concerts

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Everyone Welcome

Music is the Universal Language

Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena

The NHL Nashville Predators play at the Bridgestone Arena in downtown Music City.

Ascend Amphitheater

Music City is a beautiful backdrop for an outdoor concert.

Music City July 4th

Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th is the best Independence Day celebration in the USA.

Nashville's Music Scene

Nashville is Music City

Downtown Nashville

Music City Walk of Fame

Free Music All the Time

Nashville offers amazing free live music every day all over town. But tip the bands if you like their sound!

Music City Marketplace

The Music City Marketplace offers a curated selection of gifts, home goods, and accessories for an authentic take on the creative culture that defines Nashville. Visit at 150 4th Avenue North at the corner of 4th Avenue North and Commerce Street. http://www.visitmusiccity.com/visitors/musiccitymarketplace

Nashville Hot Chicken

Hot chicken is a Nashville specialty. And you can't leave town without a taste. http://www.visitmusiccity.com/visitors/food/hotchicken

Kings of Leon at Nashville's New Year's Eve

Kings Of Leon played Nashville's New Year's Eve party in 2015. See who's playing this year: http://visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

Nashville Skyline

Music City Center

The Music City Center is Nashville's largest convention center, located in the heart of downtown.

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center boasts more than 2,880 guest rooms, more than 600,000 square feet of meeting space, restaurants, shopping, and more.

Inside Nashville

Honky Tonk Highway

Nashville's Honky Tonk Highway, located on Lower Broadway, is a row of clubs pumping out incredible live music from 10am to 3am. http://www.visitmusiccity.com/Music/thingstodo/honkytonkhighway

Nashville Concerts

Nashville has amazing concerts, like this one from Moon Taxi, every single day of the year.

Keith Urban at Nashville's New Year's Eve

Keith Urban played Nashville's New Year's Eve in 2016. See who's playing next year: http://visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve

Nashville Skyline

Hatch Show Print

LIve Music Scene

Nashville's Food Scene

Downtown Nashville on the Cumberland River

Hatch Show Print

Inside Nashville's Restaurants

Explore Nashville's delicious culinary landscape: http://www.visitmusiccity.com/visitors/food