Festivals & Events

Follow the sounds of Music City to discover a symphony of festivals, concerts, special events, and unique experiences taking place during your stay at Loews Nashville Hotel.

Just as music spans a variety of genres, so do Nashville's things to do. Find which one strikes a chord with you.

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Distance to:

  • International Airport (BNA) - 7.7 miles
  • Centennial Park: 0.5 miles
  • The Pinnacle: 1.5 miles
  • Fifth + Broadway (lower Broadway): 1.6 miles
  • Bridgestone Arena: 1.6 miles
  • Music City Center: 1.6 miles
  • Ryman Auditorium: 1.7 miles
  • Ascend Amphitheater: 2.3 miles
  • Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park: 2.5 miles
  • Nissan Stadium: 2.9 miles
  • First Tennessee Park: 2.6 miles
  • Geodis Park: 4.3 miles

Nashville Event Highlights

615 Indie Live | February 7

Night for independent music that spotlights local venues, showcases artists, and gathers fans who keep the music alive.

SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament | March 11-15

One of the biggest collegiate basketball events in the South, drawing sports fans from across the region to the Bridgestone Arena and downtown Nashville.

Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival | March 24-28

33rd annual 5-day celebration of songwriting bringing hundreds of performances across the city's music venues, spotlighting legendary and emerging artists.

Holi at Cheekwood | March 28

Indian "Festival of Spring" and "Festival of Colors" to celebrate Holi.

Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival | April 11

A beloved spring festival celebrating Japanese culture and the blooming cherry trees with performances, cultural activities, food vendors, and community energy.

East Nashville Beer Festival | April 11

A major craft beer celebration held at East Park every spring, with hundreds of beers, live music, and food trucks, drawing both local and visiting beer enthusiasts.

Nashville Earth Day Festival | April 18

This free family-friendly event offered guests a chance to explore interactive exhibits, discover local growers and makers, connect with environmental nonprofits, and more.

Music City Food and Wine Festival | April 24-26

Culinary festival showcasing Nashville's chefs, tastings, mixology events, and curated dinners.

Musicians’ Corner Festivals | May - June

Since 2010, Musicians Corner has provided free public access to live music in the heart of Music City. Located in beautiful Centennial Park, the series generally takes place in May / June and September each year. Over 1,500 artists have been showcased on the Musicians Corner stage, including legendary artists Emmylou Harris, Chris Stapleton, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Vince Gill, and Preservation Hall Jazz Band.

CMA Festival | June 4-7

The Ultimate Country Music Fan Experience began in 1972 as Fan Fair®, which drew 5,000 fans to Nashville’s Municipal Auditorium. The legendary CMA Fest has become the city’s signature Country Music event that hosts tens of thousands of fans from all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and 39 international countries. It is also the longest-running Country Music festival in the world! In 2022, CMA Fest featured more than 250 acts on 9 official stages – all to benefit music education.

Brew at the Zoo | June 12

Save Wildlife. Drink Beer - Nashville’s wildest beer event is back on Friday, June 12! Enjoy unlimited samples from local breweries & adult beverage vendors, food trucks, live music, up-close animal encounters, and more!

Nashville Festival & Pride Parade | June 27

You don’t want to miss this Pride Parade! The Nashville Pride Parade takes place on Broadway between 8th Ave and 2nd Ave and is completely free to attend. Parade kicks off at 10am.

Pilgrimage Festival | September

Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival was inspired by friendship, history, experience, and the desire to create an authentic music festival. The festival has grown in its tenth year to one known equally for its robust music programming - including legendary pairings and cameos - and diverse, rich patron experiences appreciated by all ages from around the country and the world. Pilgrimage has also focused attention on evolving its cultural focus by showcasing hundreds of local artisans, restaurants, food trucks, and makers that give context and authenticity to the Pilgrimage experience.