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
Nashville Whiskey Festival | October 10
The Nashville Whiskey Festival is a one-day celebration of whiskey culture, craftsmanship, and community. Held in the heart of Music City, the festival brings together leading distillers, passionate consumers, industry experts, and local culinary talent for a dynamic weekend of tastings, education, and entertainment.
Boo at the Zoo | October 16 - November 1
Enjoy fall themed scenes and activities, trick or treating for the kids, special animal shows and more at the Nashville Zoo!
Southern Festival of Books | October 17 - 18
The Southern Festival of Books: A Celebration of the Written Word is among the oldest literary festivals in the country, annually welcoming hundreds of authors and thousands of visitors to downtown Nashville each October.
USA Rugby International Series | October 24
Nashville is set to host one of the major rugby events in the United States this year as the USA Women’s and Men’s Eagles take center stage in a huge international doubleheader at GEODIS Park on October 24. The day begins with the USA Women’s Eagles facing Italy in World Rugby’s WXV Global Series before the USA Men’s Eagles take on Australia XV in a highly anticipated international matchup. With one ticket providing access to both matches, fans can enjoy a full day of elite international rugby while experiencing one of America’s premier sporting and entertainment destinations.
Holiday LIGHTS - Cheekwood | November 21 - January 4
Stroll through the gardens aglow on a one-mile twinkling trail featuring more than a million lights. A 28-foot Pixel Pine Tree welcomes you on a journey through Cheekwood transformed into a winter wonderland. Warm up with hot cocoa and seasonal libations, roast s’mores by a fire, and explore the Holiday Marketplace. Tour the Historic Mansion, festively decorated by former Chief White House Florist Laura Dowling.
Nashville Ballet Nashville's Nutcracker | November 27 - December 27
Featuring Tchaikovsky’s enduringly iconic score performed live by the Nashville Symphony, Artistic Director Emeritus Paul Vasterling’s Emmy Award-winning retelling takes you on a uniquely-Nashville adventure filled with swirling snowflakes, whimsical wonders, and timeless storytelling. From the sweetest Sugar Plum Fairy to the tiniest baby mouse, this heartwarming holiday ballet is sure to delight audiences of all ages. Join us to create magical memories that will last for years to come!
Opry Country Christmas | Select Dates November 30 - December 22
The merriest show in Music City is back for another festive year! Step into the Opry’s winter wonderland as your favorite stars bring holiday hits to life on our world-famous stage.
Nashvillage Holiday Market | December 3 - 6, 10 - 13
Enjoy a holiday cocktail while you shop for thoughtful gifts from the curated selection of local artisans, participate in a community tree lighting, capture the perfect group photo, warm up around a campfire while listening to live music, and so much more.
Jacksonian Christmas Festival at Tulip Grove | December 5
Celebrate the season at the Jacksonian Christmas Festival at Tulip Grove, a festive day of holiday fun for the whole family at Andrew Jackson's Hermitage. Enjoy live entertainment, hands-on activities, festive food and drinks, visits with Santa Claus, and a charming Christmas Market as Tulip Grove comes alive with the sights, sounds, and spirit of the season.
Little Big Town: The Christmas Shows | December 8 - 10
Little Big Town will bring their holiday magic to Nashville’s famed “Mother Church of Country Music,” The Ryman Auditorium, for a three-night holiday residency this December. “The Christmas Shows” Ryman Residency will take place December 8-10, 2026, and will feature a mix of holiday classics and fan favorites from the chart-topping vocal group. Little Big Town has a long-standing connection to the Ryman, including their historic 2017 residency, which marked the venue’s first time hosting a yearlong artist residency. This will be Little Big Town’s second year hosting “The Christmas Shows” Ryman Residency following an enchanting run of holiday performances there in 2025.
Mutal Music City Bowl | December 30
The Liberty Mutual Music City Bowl, today announced the 2026 Liberty Mutual Music City Bowl will kick off on Wednesday, Dec. 30 at 2 p.m. CT / 3 p.m. ET inside Nashville’s Nissan Stadium, home of the Tennessee Titans, broadcast nationally on ESPN.