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Memorial Day Weekend is here. Take a break with a long weekend in Music City. There's a lot going on. From family fun at the water park to a night on the town at live music clubs, there's something for everyone in the family.
Take a look below at just a sampling of some of the great happenings over the weekend. For more ideas, browse our Events Calendar and area Attractions and Tours. With so much going on in Music City, you don't want to miss out on some unique Family Fun, the Arts In Nashville or Fun & Free things to do around town.
Come early. Stay late. Book your trip today.
Look for things to do on Thursday - Friday - Saturday - Sunday - Monday - Tuesday
Chely Wright Book Signing of Like Me: Confessions of a Heartland Singer @ Davis-Kidd Booksellers
The award-winning country music singer/songwriter signs her new biography.
Bill Bellamy @ Zanies Comedy Club
The stand-up comic that has hit the stage, the television screen and the silver screen now hits Zanies with his Ladies Night Out Tour.
Opry Country Classics @ Ryman Auditorium
John Anderson, T.G. Sheppard, Chris Young, David Frizzell, Rhett Akins, Shelly West and more play classic country hits.
Chihuly Nights @ Cheekwood
Explore the grounds through illuminated Chihuly installations.
Cosmic Concerts @ Adventure Science Center's Sudekum Planetarium
Enjoy any of the three laser shows, That (mostly) 70s Laser Show, Queen or Led Zeppelin, that put lasers and special effects to the music.
Frist Fridays: The Dirt Drifters @ Frist Center for the Visual Arts
One of summertime's most popular happenings invites you to jam out to the music of The Dirt Drifters in the Turner Courtyard of the Frist.
Grand Ole Opry @ Ryman Auditorium
Old Crow Medicine Show, John Michael Montgomery, Lee Greenwood, Mel Tillis and others play the world-famous show.
Nashville Sounds vs. Iowa Cubs @ Greer Stadium
AAA baseball team plays on their home turf for the weekend.
Bill Bellamy @ Zanies Comedy Club
The stand-up comic that has hit the stage, the television screen and the silver screen now hits Zanies with his Ladies Night Out Tour.
Strawberry Jubilee @ Nashville Farmers' Market
Celebrate the strawberry season with merchants sharing ideas for strawberry concoctions, strawberry specials and more.
Zzzoofari Slumber @ Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
An overnight camp session for families, giving campers an outdoor adventure just a short distance away from the sleeping animals.
Cosmic Concerts @ Adventure Science Center's Sudekum Planetarium
Enjoy any of the three laser shows, That (mostly) 70s Laser Show, Queen or Led Zeppelin, that put lasers and special effects to the music.
"Amazing Feats of Aging" Grand Opening @ Adventure Science Center
This is the Adventure Science Center's newest exhibit and to celebrate its grand opening, an entire day of fun has been scheduled. There will be displays, activities and even a visit from some of the animals from the Nashville Zoo! The grand opening is from 10am-4pm on May 29 and the exhibit will run through September 6.
Grand Ole Opry @ Ryman Auditorium
Dan Tyminski & Ronnie Bowman, Exile and more play the world-famous show.
Salute to Freedom @ Nashville Shores
Take the Navy Seal Challenge, slide the slides and wade in the wave pool. All veterans and members of the Armed Forces and their families receive discount admission all weekend.
Hands Together in Flatrock Music & Arts Festival @ Coleman Park
Live music, local artisans, children's activities, food and multi-cultural fun.
Songwriter Session: Alan Rhody @ Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum
Rhody's written for The Oak Ridge Boys, Lorrie Morgan, Ricky Van Shelton, George Jones and more.
Breast Cancer Awareness Benefit @ Exit/In
The Features, Cortney Tidwell and The Hotpipes play the benefit concert.
Nashville Sounds vs. Iowa Cubs @ Greer Stadium
AAA baseball team plays on their home turf for the weekend.
Tennessee Renaissance Festival @ Castle Gwynn
Travel back to 16th century England with live music, artisans, food, magic, jousting and more.
Bill Bellamy @ Zanies Comedy Club
The stand-up comic that has hit the stage, the television screen and the silver screen now hits Zanies with his Ladies Night Out Tour.
Full Moon Zip Tour @ Adventureworks
Take a zip line tour through the forest by the light of the full moon.
Grassmere Bicentennial Picnic Celebration @ Historic Grassmere Home at the Nashville Zoo
Celebrate the bicentennial birthday with live music, animal programs, bbq picnic, birthday cake and more.
Nashville Sounds vs. Iowa Cubs @ Greer Stadium
AAA baseball team plays on their home turf for the weekend.
Daughtry @ Bridgestone Arena
Daughtry plays with Lifehouse and Cavo.
Tennessee Renaissance Festival @ Castle Gwynn
Travel back to 16th century England with live music, artisans, food, magic, jousting and more.
Bill Bellamy @ Zanies Comedy Club
The stand-up comic that has hit the stage, the television screen and the silver screen now hits Zanies with his Ladies Night Out Tour.
The Annual Memorial Day Blues Festival @ Centennial Park
Beginning at 10am and lasting until 6pm, enjoy some free music in one of Nashville's beautiful parks. Admission is free
Nashville Sounds vs. Iowa Cubs @ Greer Stadium
AAA baseball team plays on their home turf for the weekend.
Tennessee Renaissance Festival @ Castle Gwynn
Travel back to 16th century England with live music, artisans, food, magic, jousting and more.
Tuesday Night Opry @ TPAC's Jackson Hall
Justin Moore, Cherryholmes and more play the world-famous show.
Nashville Sounds vs. Albuquerque Isotopes @ Greer Stadium
AAA baseball team plays on their home turf for the weekend.
The Statler Brothers: Havin' Quite a Time @ Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
The exhibit opens June 1 and runs through May 2011.
Neil Young @ Ryman Auditorium
The legend plays solo at the historic Ryman.
Chihuly @ Cheekwood
Renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly displays his work inside and outside the grounds.
Book a package or a combo ticket to see the exhibit at Cheekwood and at the Frist.
Chihuly @ Frist Center for the Visual Arts
Glass works designed specifically for the Upper Level galleries will be on display.
Book a package or a combo ticket to see the exhibit at Cheekwood and at the Frist.
Sing Me Back Home: A Journey Through Country Music @ Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
The museum's core exhibit has just recently been expanded to highlight the evolution of country from the 60s to the present.
American Impressionists in the Garden @ Cheekwood
The exhibition features sculptures and paintings depicting European and American gardens by American Impressionist artists.
Click here to see a complete calendar of events.
Enjoy the summer at Nashville Shores.
Book a room for your Memorial Day Weekend in Music City.
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