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WINTER EVENTS

There's something going on in Nashville every day, even during the winter. Find activities and events in Nashville that will warm up any cold winter day!

  Check out Music City's attractions and restaurants, arts and historical sites, theatre and of course, live music! Winter vacation packages are conveniently designed for you or you can create your own. Book your trip today and warm up in Music City!

WE'RE NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED FOR BEING A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT IN WINTER.
COME FIND OUT WHY.
America's Best Cities for Winter Travel (Travel & Leisure)
Best Affordable U.S. Vacations (U.S. News & World Report)

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WINTER FUN IN MUSIC CITY
Nashville is a great place to visit, even during the coldest months of the year. Tour the grounds of Cheekwood Botanical Gardens, go indoor ice skating, or attend performances of the Nashville Ballet's Salsa Dreams and beat the winter blues! There are plenty of winter activities for you to enjoy.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH & MUSIC CITY SOUL SERIESMusic City Soul Series
JUST ANNOUNCED: Regi Wooten, Herschel Bailey, Kirk Whalum, and Ladies of Soul feat. Kim Fleming, Lo Carter & April Rucker will be performing in the Music City Soul Series this February. Get more information on this event, taking place at Jazz & Jokes, here.
Nashville's calendar in February (and January) is filled with events celebrating Black History Month. From art exhibits to musical performances, Music City is honoring the contributions of African Americans to our society. Visit our Black History Month page for more information on all the happenings.

THE ARTS IN NASHVILLE
With exciting new exhibits open at great attractions like the Frist Center for the Visual Arts, Nashville's arts community gives you plenty to do indoors during the cold winter months. Explore life's mysteries, desires, and fears at Fairy Tales, Monsters, and the Genetic Imagination or see world-famous paintings by American artists at To See As Artists See: American Art From The Phillips Collection. See Broadway performances of Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific or classic musical Mary Poppins at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center.
Visit our Arts in Music City page for more ways to discover the arts community in Nashville.

VALENTINE'S DAY WEEKEND
Baby, it’s cold outside! Plan a trip to Music City for Valentine’s Day for you and your special someone: see the dramatic and romantic Broadway production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific at TPAC or the fiery performance of Salsa Dreams at the Nashville Ballet. Take your sweetheart out to one of Nashville’s many fine dining restaurants for a romantic dinner.

Want to get married on the most romantic day of the year? Belmont Mansion will host elopement-style ceremonies on Valentine's Day between 7am and 11:30pm. Get married in a beautiful historic mansion in the heart of Music City. In 2011, a total of 8 couples said their vows on this day—help them beat that number in 2012. Visit belmontmansion.com for more details.


NASHVILLE PREDATORSNashville Predators
No trip to Music City is complete without a stop in “Smashville”! Nashville’s own National Hockey League team is known for its hard-hitting (we’re looking at you, Jordin Tootoo), never-give-up style of hockey as well as its loud and supportive fans. The winter months boast plenty of home games to choose from—purchase a ticket to games here. Stay close to the action and book a hotel package with your ticket!

 


Nashville Antiques Week 2012NASHVILLE ANTIQUE WEEK
Five shows make Music City the place to be in February! From the Heart of Country for Americana pieces to the Antiques and Garden Show for a classic find, you won’t want to miss a visit to Nashville this year. For more information, visit nashvilleantiquesweek.com.

ANTIQUES AND GARDEN SHOW OF NASHVILLE
In its 22nd year, the Antiques and Garden Show of Nashville will draw attendees to enjoy the largest show of its kind in the nation. The show will offer over 150 antique and horticultural booths as well as lectures from acclaimed decorators, designers, and landscape architects.

THE ART OF YAZOO AT TPACArt of Yazoo at TPAC
No trip to Nashville is complete without sampling local brewery Yazoo. Founded by brewmaster Linus Hall in 2003, Yazoo is now available through the Southeast and has gained a cult following. This event gives you a chance to learn about the “art” of brewing beer and find out where the brewery gets inspiration for its famous brews—from pale ales to smoky porters. "The Art of Yazoo Brewery" will take place at War Memorial Auditorium on Thursday, February 23 at 6pm. For more information, visit tpac.org.



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LIVE MUSIC
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The music's always playing in Nashville, and winter is no exception! Here are just a few of the live performances you can plan on seeing when you make your trip to Music City: Keith Urban, Drake, Lady Antebellum, and Jason Aldean. Visit our events calendar for a complete listing of upcoming concerts.

COMEDY
We’re not just home to great live music and theatre: Nashville’s got plenty of live comedy, too. Check out comedic performances from Bruce Bruce, Craig Ferguson, The Daily Show’s John Oliver, and Andrew Dice Clay this winter. For more information, check out our Upcoming Events page.

PRESIDENT'S DAY WEEKEND
Spend the long weekend in Music City. Eat at Nashville's hottest restaurants, go shopping and take advantage of holiday sales, take in the arts scene--it's your weekend to explore the city. Book a vacation package and get away for President's Day!

MAKE YOUR OWN WINTER FUN
Stop by the Visitor Information Center in downtown Music City (in the glass tower of the Bridgestone Arena) where you can shop for souvenirs, get free maps and one-on-one assistance. Get your Music City Total Access Pass here and see four attractions for one low price! Personalize your family vacation by letting everyone pick their top four choices from a list of 16 uniquely Nashville experiences.

For a complete list of events, take a look at our events calendar and see what's happening during your visit. There's always something going on!

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