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Nashville events and things to do, from Broadway honky-tonks, the Grand Ole Opry and the Ryman to Titans and Predators games, concerts and Music City tours.
Nashville Events & Things to Do: Live Music, Broadway, the Opry, Sports & Tours
Quick answer: The best things to do in Nashville include catching a show at the Grand Ole Opry or the historic Ryman Auditorium, bar-hopping the honky-tonks on Lower Broadway, touring the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, eating Nashville hot chicken, and cheering on the Titans and Predators. Coming up: the Predators home opener (October 1), the CMA Awards (November 18, 2026), and New Year's Eve in Music City.
Looking for things to do in Nashville this weekend, for adults, or with kids? Music City runs on live music, from the neon honky-tonks of Lower Broadway to shows at the Grand Ole Opry and the historic Ryman Auditorium. Add the Country Music Hall of Fame, hot chicken, neighborhoods like The Gulch and East Nashville, and game days with the Titans, Predators, and Nashville SC, and there's something happening every night of the week.
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Upcoming Nashville Events in 2026 and 2027
- Predators home opener: Nashville hosts the Minnesota Wild at Bridgestone Arena on October 1, 2026.
- Titans home games: The Titans host Houston on October 11 and Cleveland on October 25, in their final season at Nissan Stadium before moving to a new stadium in 2027.
- CMA Awards: The 60th Annual CMA Awards broadcast live from Bridgestone Arena on November 18, 2026.
- New Year's Eve: Music City's big NYE celebration is a yearly tradition. See Visit Music City for updates.
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What Is the Difference Between the Grand Ole Opry and the Ryman?
They're not the same thing. The Grand Ole Opry is the long-running live country music show, now based at the Grand Ole Opry House. The Ryman Auditorium downtown is the Opry's most famous former home and still hosts concerts, tours, and some Opry shows. Both are must-sees for music fans.
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What Is There to Do on Broadway in Nashville?
Lower Broadway is Nashville's famous strip of honky-tonks, rooftop bars, and live music from morning to late night, often with no cover charge. Nearby, you'll find the Ryman, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the Johnny Cash Museum, and Bridgestone Arena.
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Nashville Sports Events & Game Day
- Tennessee Titans: NFL football at Nissan Stadium, across the river from downtown.
- Nashville Predators: NHL hockey at Bridgestone Arena, right on Broadway.
- Nashville SC: MLS soccer at GEODIS Park.
- College football: Vanderbilt in the city and Tennessee a few hours east.
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Where Should You Eat in Nashville?
Nashville is famous for hot chicken, meat-and-threes, barbecue, biscuits, and Southern comfort food. Neighborhoods like The Gulch, East Nashville, 12 South, and Germantown are packed with great restaurants and bars.
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Things to Do in Nashville With Kids
Traveling with kids? Nashville has plenty of family-friendly attractions and activities, including the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Adventure Science Center, the Nashville Zoo, the Parthenon in Centennial Park, the Opry, and Predators games.
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Free Things to Do in Nashville
- Lower Broadway honky-tonks: Most bars have live bands from late morning to 2 AM with no cover.
- Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park: A 19-acre park with Tennessee history exhibits and the Farmers' Market next door.
- John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge: The best skyline view in town, especially at sunset.
- Centennial Park: Walk the grounds around the full-scale Parthenon replica.
Things to Do in Nashville for Adults & Couples
- Grand Ole Opry or a Ryman show: The two most famous stages in country music.
- Honky-tonk crawl on Broadway: Tootsies, Robert's Western World, and the celebrity-owned bars.
- Printer's Alley: Speakeasy-style bars and live blues downtown.
- Bourbon and whiskey tastings: Distilleries in and around the city offer tours.
Things to Do in Nashville This Weekend & Today
Nashville weekends get busy, especially with bachelorette groups on Broadway. Book Opry and Ryman tickets early, eat in The Gulch or East Nashville, and check the Titans and Predators schedules for game days that fill downtown.
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Popular Nashville Questions
What are the best free things to do in Nashville?
Free favorites in Nashville include Lower Broadway honky-tonks, Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge, and Centennial Park. See the free things to do section above for details.
What are the best things to do in Nashville for adults and couples?
Popular picks for adults and couples in Nashville include Grand Ole Opry or a Ryman show, honky-tonk crawl on Broadway, Printer's Alley, and bourbon and whiskey tastings.
When are the 2026 CMA Awards?
The 60th Annual CMA Awards are Wednesday, November 18, 2026, live from Bridgestone Arena.
When is the Predators home opener?
The Predators open at home against the Minnesota Wild on October 1, 2026.
Is this the Titans' last season at Nissan Stadium?
Yes. 2026 is the Titans' final season at Nissan Stadium before the team moves to its new stadium in 2027.
Is the Ryman Auditorium the Grand Ole Opry?
No. The Ryman is the Opry's most famous former home. Today the Opry is mainly based at the Grand Ole Opry House, while the Ryman hosts concerts and tours.
Are the bars on Broadway free to enter?
Many honky-tonks on Lower Broadway have live music with no cover charge, though policies vary by venue and event.
When is the best time to visit Nashville?
Spring and fall bring mild weather and a packed event calendar. Summer is hot but busy with festivals, and December brings holiday events and New Year's Eve.
What is there to do in Nashville this weekend?
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See a show at the Opry or the Ryman, hop the honky-tonks on Broadway, tour the Country Music Hall of Fame, eat hot chicken, cheer on the Titans and Predators, or catch the CMA Awards.
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