Music City's calendar is blooming with an array of celebrations you must attend. From lively music festivals to cultural events, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
February-March, 2026
Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball is a women's professional league featuring 40 of the world's top players. It offers more opportunities for women to play professionally in the U.S. and allows WNBA players to stay year-round. This year, AU Pro Basketball is bringing world-class women's basketball talent to the Nashville Municipal Auditorium.
March 11-15, 2026
The 2026 SEC Men's Basketball Tournament will be held at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena and feature top teams competing for the championship. Don't miss the action as the best of the SEC clash for the title.
March 24-28, 2026
Tin Pan South is the world's largest songwriter festival. Over the course of five days, hundreds of songwriters and performers take the stage at various venues throughout Music City. This annual event is dedicated to celebrating songs and the artists who write them, allowing fans to enjoy a unique, up-close experience with the music they love. Each night, showcases are held at different venues across the city, creating a vibrant atmosphere filled with diverse musical talent.
March 28, 2026
Experience an unforgettable evening of great food, great company, and exceptional spirits. This elevated event is designed for whiskey aficionados and newcomers alike, with distillers pouring samples of premier whiskey, bourbon, and scotch while providing education for those looking to learn more.
Saturday & Sunday, April-October, 2026
Live jazz and bluegrass bands play every weekend during Music in the Vines at the beautiful Arrington Vineyards. Do a wine tasting and have a picnic with great music and gorgeous scenery.
April 5, 2026
Celebrate Easter in Music City with your loved ones and create unforgettable memories. Discover a variety of exciting egg-hunting activities for the kids that will keep them entertained for hours. Satisfy your cravings with scrumptious brunch specials that are perfect for the whole family to indulge in. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this Easter holiday a truly special one in Music City!
April 12, 2026
The East Nashville Beer Festival, presented by M.L. Rose Craft Beer & Burgers, began in April 2011 with two main goals: to showcase the best craft beer in Nashville and to raise funds for a local nonprofit organization. Join us in East Nashville for live music, live wrestling, and delicious food!
April 9-19, 2026
Experience Nashville with a laugh at the Nashville Comedy Festival! This event showcases some of the world's funniest comedians, all taking place in Music City. This year, you'll be able to see performances by Heather McMahan, David Spade, Kevin James, Kathy Griffin, and many more.
April 11, 2026
The Annual East Nashville Beer Festival, presented by M.L. Rose Craft Beer and Burgers, is returning! Join us at East Park for a celebration featuring over 150 unique beers from 50 local and regional breweries. Enjoy live music, vendors, food trucks, and a great atmosphere!
April 11, 2026
In 2009, Nashville set a goal to plant 1,000 cherry trees over the course of ten years, and we achieved it! Each spring, we celebrate these cherry trees and the friendship between Japan and America with the Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival. The festival begins with a Cherry Blossom Walk, followed by festivities at Public Square Park, which include demonstrations and exhibits of Japanese culture, activities for children, and live entertainment.
April 18, 2026
Families and friends walk through Centennial Park yearly for the Earth Day Festival. This FREE festival features live music and interactive exhibits, a chance to discover local growers and makers, connect with environmental nonprofits, and much more!
April 18, 2026
Record Store Day is set to be even bigger and better than before. Across the country, independently owned record stores will offer special releases and promotional products created exclusively for this event. Additionally, many stores will host concerts and other unique activities to celebrate the vibrant culture of local indie record shops. What better place to honor this occasion than Music City? Nashville's record stores, like Grimey's New & Preloved Music and Third Man Records, are sure to provide an unforgettable experience for this exciting day.
April 24-26, 2026
Celebrate Nashville's cuisine and culture at the Music City Food & Wine Festival at Centennial Park and restaurants across the city. Enjoy culinary delights from local restaurants at the Grand Tasting, a lively chef competition, the Food Faire vendor market, sips from top wine and spirits brands, pairings dinners and entertaining brunches happening throughout the city, and so much more. Tickets are selling fast!
