You might think Nashville's calendar would be consumed with country-music concerts, but the cultural offerings in the city are much more varied. The Nashville Symphony offers high-caliber concerts, and there are also performances by the Nashville Ballet and Nashville Opera. Sports fans will find diversion at games by the NFL's Tennessee Titans and the NHL's Nashville Predators.
For detailed information about upcoming events in the Nashville area, contact the Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau. Phone 615-259-4700. Toll-free 800-657-6910. Visit its Web site at http://www.nashvillecvb.com.
To call any of the numbers listed in this calendar from outside the U.S. or Canada, you must first dial your country's international access code, followed by the U.S. country code, 1.
Information in this calendar is subject to change and should be confirmed.
August, 2008
Mid-Late August—Shakespeare in Centennial Park. At least one work by the Bard is presented Thursday-Sunday evenings in the open-air setting of Centennial Park, West End and 25th avenues. For information, call 615-255-2273. http://www.nashvilleshakes.org. Continues through mid September
Late August—Musical. The Tennessee Performing Arts Center presents a series of popular Broadway musicals. James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tpac.org. Continues through mid June 2009
Throughout August—Minor-League Baseball. The Nashville Sounds, Triple-A affiliates of the Milwaukee Brewers, play home games at Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St. For tickets, call 615-242-4371. http://www.nashvillesounds.com. Continues through early September
September, 2008
1 Sep—Labor Day. Public holiday.
5-14 Sep—Tennessee State Fair. Livestock, visual art and agricultural exhibits, crafts, antiques, rides, food and entertainment. Daily events start at 10 am. Tennessee State Fairgrounds, Wedgewood Avenue. For information, call 615-862-8993 or 615-862-8980. http://www.tennesseestatefair.org.
19-21 Sep—African Street Festival. This family-oriented festival entertains more than 100,000 people with art, fashion and classic-car shows; authentic African foods, crafts and wares from more than 150 vendors; live music, from African drumming, reggae and R&B to jazz and country; storytelling; educational programs; and children's activities. Tennessee State University main campus, 3500 John A. Merritt Blvd. For information, call 615-251-0007. http://www.africanamericanculturalalliance.com.
20 Sep—Belle Meade Fall Fest. The grounds of this early 19th-century plantation are filled with fine-antiques dealers from around the U.S., demonstrations of 19th- and 20th-century crafts, live music, children's activities, regional food and more. Belle Meade Plantation, 5025 Harding Road. For information, call 615-356-0501, or toll-free 800-270-3991. http://www.bellemeadeplantation.com.
26-28 Sep—TACA Crafts Fair. Annual juried event with nearly 200 artisans displaying functional and decorative pottery, sculpture, wood and leather pieces, handblown glass, jewelry, photographs and prints. Also artist demonstrations and live music. Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave. For information, call 615-385-1904. http://www.tennesseecrafts.org.
Early-Late September—Concert. The Nashville Symphony presents concerts at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information and tickets, call 615-783-1212. http://www.nashvillesymphony.org. Continues through late June 2009
Early-Late September—NFL Football. The Tennessee Titans play regular-season home games at LP Field, 1 Titans Way. For information, call 615-565-4300. For tickets, call 615-565-4200, or Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600. http://www.titansonline.com. Season continues through late December
Early September—Minor-League Baseball. The Nashville Sounds, Triple-A affiliates of the Milwaukee Brewers, play home games at Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St. For tickets, call 615-242-4371. http://www.nashvillesounds.com. Concludes early September
Early September—Franklin Jazz Festival. The annual Franklin Jazz Festival features jazz and blues music. On the Square, downtown Franklin (20 mi/32 km south of Nashville). For information, call 615-496-4333. http://www.franklinjazzfestival.com.
Early-Mid September—Shakespeare in Centennial Park. At least one work by the Bard is presented Thursday-Sunday evenings in the open-air setting of Centennial Park, West End and 25th avenues. For information, call 615-255-2273. http://www.nashvilleshakes.org. Concludes mid September
Early-Late September—Theater. The Tennessee Repertory Theatre presents classic, contemporary and off-Broadway productions at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call 615-782-6560, toll-free 800-410-4216 or Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tnrep.org. Continues through early May 2009
Throughout September—Musical. The Tennessee Performing Arts Center presents a series of popular Broadway musicals. James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tpac.org. Continues through mid June 2009
October, 2008
4 Oct—Celebration of Cultures. More than 50 cultures are represented at this family-oriented festival. Six stages host Cajun bands, storytelling, African drumming and belly dancing. Also an international market with crafts and cuisine, games from around the world and other children's activities. Scarritt-Bennett Center, 1008 S. 19th Ave. For information, call 615-340-7500. http://www.scarrittbennett.org.
13 Oct—Columbus Day. Public holiday.
25 Oct—Pumpkinfest. This popular, annual fall festival has food, music, hayrides and many activities for children. Free. Downtown Franklin (20 mi/32 km south of Nashville). For information, call 615-591-8500. http://www.historicfranklin.com.
Mid-Late October—NHL Hockey. The Nashville Predators play regular-season home games at Sommet Center, 501 Broadway. For information and tickets, call 615-770-7825, or Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600. http://www.nashvillepredators.com. Season continues through mid April 2009
Mid-Late October—Dance. The Nashville Ballet performs regularly at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-297-2966. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleballet.com. Continues through late May 2009
Mid-Late October—Opera. The Nashville Opera performs at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-832-5242. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleopera.org. Continues through mid April 2009
Throughout October—Theater. The Tennessee Repertory Theatre presents classic, contemporary and off-Broadway productions at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call 615-782-6560, toll-free 800-410-4216 or Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tnrep.org. Continues through early May 2009
Throughout October—Musical. The Tennessee Performing Arts Center presents a series of popular Broadway musicals. James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tpac.org. Continues through mid June 2009
Throughout October—NFL Football. The Tennessee Titans play regular-season home games at LP Field, 1 Titans Way. For information, call 615-565-4300. For tickets, call 615-565-4200, or Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600. http://www.titansonline.com. Season continues through late December
Throughout October—Concert. The Nashville Symphony presents concerts at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information and tickets, call 615-783-1212. http://www.nashvillesymphony.org. Continues through late June 2009
November, 2008
11 Nov-Veterans Day. Public holiday.
14-30 Nov—A Country Christmas. There are holiday shows, a Yule-log lighting ceremony, arts and crafts, and an antiques fair, but people really go to see the lights: More than 2 million adorn the hotel and grounds. The Fantasy in Ice display features more than 1 million pounds of ice sculpted by 40 artisans into an ice slide and the majestic Cathedral of Ice. Gaylord Opryland Hotel, 2800 Opryland Drive. For information and tickets, call 615-458-1400, or toll-free 888-777-6779. http://www.gaylordhotels.com/gaylordopryland. Continues through 4 Jan 2009
27 Nov—Thanksgiving Day. Public holiday.
Throughout November—Theater. The Tennessee Repertory Theatre presents classic, contemporary and off-Broadway productions at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call 615-782-6560, toll-free 800-410-4216 or Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tnrep.org. Continues through early May 2009
Throughout November—NHL Hockey. The Nashville Predators play regular-season home games at Sommet Center, 501 Broadway. For information and tickets, call 615-770-7825, or Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600. http://www.nashvillepredators.com. Season continues through mid April 2009
Throughout November—Dance. The Nashville Ballet performs regularly at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-297-2966. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleballet.com. Continues through late May 2009
Throughout November—Concert. The Nashville Symphony presents concerts at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information and tickets, call 615-783-1212. http://www.nashvillesymphony.org. Continues through late June 2009
Throughout November—NFL Football. The Tennessee Titans play regular-season home games at LP Field, 1 Titans Way. For information, call 615-565-4300. For tickets, call 615-565-4200, or Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600. http://www.titansonline.com. Season continues through late December
Throughout November—Musical. The Tennessee Performing Arts Center presents a series of popular Broadway musicals. James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tpac.org. Continues through mid June 2009
Throughout November—Opera. The Nashville Opera performs at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-832-5242. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleopera.org. Continues through mid April 2009
December, 2008
6, 7 Dec—Dickens of a Christmas. Novelist Charles Dickens' Victorian-era London is re-created in the streets of downtown Franklin. Features Christmas carolers and minstrels in Victorian costumes, demonstrations of 19th-century crafts, period cuisine and street vendors. (15 mi/24 km south of Nashville.) For information, call 615-591-8500. http://www.historicfranklin.com.
25 Dec-Christmas Day. Public holiday.
31 Dec—Music City Bowl. Southeastern Conference and Big Ten teams clash in this annual collegiate showcase football game. Adelphia Coliseum, 116 First Ave. S. For information, call 615-743-3130. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600. http://www.musiccitybowl.com.
Throughout December—Opera. The Nashville Opera performs at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-832-5242. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleopera.org. Continues through mid April 2009
Throughout December—Musical. The Tennessee Performing Arts Center presents a series of popular Broadway musicals. James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tpac.org. Continues through mid June 2009
Throughout December—NFL Football. The Tennessee Titans play regular-season home games at LP Field, 1 Titans Way. For information, call 615-565-4300. For tickets, call 615-565-4200, or Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600. http://www.titansonline.com. Season concludes late December
Throughout December—Concert. The Nashville Symphony presents concerts at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information and tickets, call 615-783-1212. http://www.nashvillesymphony.org. Continues through late June 2009
Throughout December—A Country Christmas. There are holiday shows, a Yule-log lighting ceremony, arts and crafts, and an antiques fair, but people really go to see the lights: More than 2 million adorn the hotel and grounds. The Fantasy in Ice display features more than 1 million pounds of ice sculpted by 40 artisans into an ice slide and the majestic Cathedral of Ice. Gaylord Opryland Hotel, 2800 Opryland Drive. For information and tickets, call 615-458-1400, or toll-free 888-777-6779. http://www.gaylordhotels.com/gaylordopryland. Continues through 4 Jan 2009
Throughout December—NHL Hockey. The Nashville Predators play regular-season home games at Sommet Center, 501 Broadway. For information and tickets, call 615-770-7825, or Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600. http://www.nashvillepredators.com. Season continues through mid April 2009
Throughout December—Dance. The Nashville Ballet performs regularly at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-297-2966. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleballet.com. Continues through late May 2009
Throughout December—Theater. The Tennessee Repertory Theatre presents classic, contemporary and off-Broadway productions at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call 615-782-6560, toll-free 800-410-4216 or Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tnrep.org. Continues through early May 2009
January, 2009
1-4 Jan—A Country Christmas. There are holiday shows, a Yule-log lighting ceremony, arts and crafts, and an antiques fair, but people really go to see the lights: More than 2 million adorn the hotel and grounds. The Fantasy in Ice display features more than 1 million pounds of ice sculpted by 40 artisans into an ice slide and the majestic Cathedral of Ice. Gaylord Opryland Hotel, 2800 Opryland Drive. For information and tickets, call 615-458-1400, or toll-free 888-777-6779. http://www.gaylordhotels.com/gaylordopryland. Concludes 4 Jan
1 Jan-New Year's Day. Public holiday.
8 Jan-Commemoration of the Battle of New Orleans. A ceremony at the Hermitage honors native Tennessean Andrew Jackson and his role in defeating the British during the War of 1812. 4580 Rachel's Lane, Hermitage (12 mi/19 km east of Nashville). For information, call 615-889-2941. http://www.thehermitage.com.
19 Jan—Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Public holiday.
Throughout January—Concert. The Nashville Symphony presents concerts at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information and tickets, call 615-783-1212. http://www.nashvillesymphony.org. Continues through late June
Throughout January—Musical. The Tennessee Performing Arts Center presents a series of popular Broadway musicals. James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tpac.org. Continues through mid June
Throughout January—Opera. The Nashville Opera performs at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-832-5242. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleopera.org. Continues through mid April
Throughout January—NHL Hockey. The Nashville Predators play regular-season home games at Sommet Center, 501 Broadway. For information and tickets, call 615-770-7825, or Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600. http://www.nashvillepredators.com. Season continues through mid April
Throughout January—Dance. The Nashville Ballet performs regularly at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-297-2966. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleballet.com. Continues through late May
Throughout January—Theater. The Tennessee Repertory Theatre presents classic, contemporary and off-Broadway productions at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call 615-782-6560, toll-free 800-410-4216 or Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tnrep.org. Continues through early May
February, 2009
5-8 Feb—Antiques and Garden Show of Nashville. Ranked one of the top 20 events in the southeast U.S. by the Southeastern Tourism Society. Features 150 antiques and horticultural booths, 10 innovative landscaped gardens and a lecture series. Nashville Convention Center, 601 Commerce St. For information and tickets, call 615-352-9064, or toll-free 800-891-8075. http://www.antiquesandgardenshow.com.
16 Feb—Presidents Day. Public holiday.
Throughout February—Theater. The Tennessee Repertory Theatre presents classic, contemporary and off-Broadway productions at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call 615-782-6560, toll-free 800-410-4216 or Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tnrep.org. Continues through early May
Throughout February—Dance. The Nashville Ballet performs regularly at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-297-2966. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleballet.com. Continues through late May
Throughout February—NHL Hockey. The Nashville Predators play regular-season home games at Sommet Center, 501 Broadway. For information and tickets, call 615-770-7825, or Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600. http://www.nashvillepredators.com. Season continues through mid April
Throughout February—Opera. The Nashville Opera performs at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-832-5242. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleopera.org. Continues through mid April
Throughout February—Musical. The Tennessee Performing Arts Center presents a series of popular Broadway musicals. James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tpac.org. Continues through mid June
Throughout February—Concert. The Nashville Symphony presents concerts at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information and tickets, call 615-783-1212. http://www.nashvillesymphony.org. Continues through late June
March, 2009
Early-Late March—Concert. The Grand Ole Opry hosts shows to record top country-music singers for its radio program Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights, in addition to special concerts throughout the year. 2802 Opryland Drive. For information and tickets, call 615-871-6779. http://www.opry.com. Continues through late December
Throughout March—Dance. The Nashville Ballet performs regularly at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-297-2966. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleballet.com. Continues through late May
Throughout March—NHL Hockey. The Nashville Predators play regular-season home games at Sommet Center, 501 Broadway. For information and tickets, call 615-770-7825, or Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600. http://www.nashvillepredators.com. Season continues through mid April
Throughout March—Theater. The Tennessee Repertory Theatre presents classic, contemporary and off-Broadway productions at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call 615-782-6560, toll-free 800-410-4216 or Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tnrep.org. Continues through early May
Throughout March—Concert. The Nashville Symphony presents concerts at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information and tickets, call 615-783-1212. http://www.nashvillesymphony.org. Continues through late June
Throughout March—Musical. The Tennessee Performing Arts Center presents a series of popular Broadway musicals. James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tpac.org. Continues through mid June
Throughout March—Opera. The Nashville Opera performs at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-832-5242. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleopera.org. Continues through mid April
April, 2009
16-23 Apr—Nashville Film Festival. Screenings of more than 200 international independent features, documentaries, shorts, animations, experimental and children's films, as well as premieres by local talent. Seminars and workshops focus on the films' songwriters and musicians. Regal Green Hills 16 Cinema, 3815 Green Hills Village Drive. For information and tickets, call 615-742-2500. http://www.nashvillefilmfestival.org.
25 Apr—Country Music Marathon and Half Marathon. Amateur and world-class athletes compete in this annual event. At least 50 bands play on 28 stages along the course, as well as at a postrace concert. A two-day expo features more than 75 exhibits with the latest in sports equipment and health products. The course starts at Centennial Park and ends at Adelphia Coliseum. For information, call 615-742-1660, or toll-free 800-311-1255. http://www.cmmarathon.com.
Early-Late April—Minor-League Baseball. The Nashville Sounds, Triple-A affiliates of the Milwaukee Brewers, play home games at Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St. For tickets, call 615-242-4371. http://www.nashvillesounds.com. Continues through early September
Early-Mid April—NHL Hockey. The Nashville Predators play regular-season home games at Sommet Center, 501 Broadway. For information and tickets, call 615-770-7825, or Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600. http://www.nashvillepredators.com. Season concludes mid April
Early April—Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival. The nation's largest festival dedicated to songwriters and their craft showcases legendary writers, hit makers, new talent and surprise appearances by established artists. More than 70 performances take place at nightclubs and other intimate venues across the city. For information and tickets, call 615-256-3354, or toll-free 800-321-6008. http://www.tinpansouth.com.
Early-Mid April—Opera. The Nashville Opera performs at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-832-5242. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleopera.org. Concludes mid April
Throughout April—Musical. The Tennessee Performing Arts Center presents a series of popular Broadway musicals. James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tpac.org. Continues through mid June
Throughout April—Concert. The Nashville Symphony presents concerts at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information and tickets, call 615-783-1212. http://www.nashvillesymphony.org. Continues through late June
Throughout April—Dance. The Nashville Ballet performs regularly at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-297-2966. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleballet.com. Continues through late May
Throughout April—Concert. The Grand Ole Opry hosts shows to record top country-music singers for its radio program Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights, in addition to special concerts throughout the year. 2802 Opryland Drive. For information and tickets, call 615-871-6779. http://www.opry.com. Continues through late December
Throughout April—Theater. The Tennessee Repertory Theatre presents classic, contemporary and off-Broadway productions at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call 615-782-6560, toll-free 800-410-4216 or Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tnrep.org. Continues through early May
May, 2009
1-3 May—Tennessee Crafts Fair. The state's premier crafts show features works by 175 artists from across Tennessee, as well as craft-making demonstrations and lessons, international food, live entertainment and children's activities. Attended by nearly 50,000 people and named a top-20 event by the Southeast Tourism Society. Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave. For information, call 615-385-1904. http://www.tennesseecrafts.org.
25 May—Memorial Day. Public holiday.
Early May—Nashville River Stages. More than 60 top national and local rock and pop bands perform on five stages at Riverfront Park, First Avenue and Broadway. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600.
Early May—Theater. The Tennessee Repertory Theatre presents classic, contemporary and off-Broadway productions at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call 615-782-6560, toll-free 800-410-4216 or Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tnrep.org. Concludes early May
Throughout May—Dance. The Nashville Ballet performs regularly at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-297-2966. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.nashvilleballet.com. Concludes late May
Throughout May—Concert. The Grand Ole Opry hosts shows to record top country-music singers for its radio program Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights, in addition to special concerts throughout the year. 2802 Opryland Drive. For information and tickets, call 615-871-6779. http://www.opry.com. Continues through late December
Throughout May—Minor-League Baseball. The Nashville Sounds, Triple-A affiliates of the Milwaukee Brewers, play home games at Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St. For tickets, call 615-242-4371. http://www.nashvillesounds.com. Continues through early September
Throughout May—Musical. The Tennessee Performing Arts Center presents a series of popular Broadway musicals. James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tpac.org. Continues through mid June
Throughout May—Concert. The Nashville Symphony presents concerts at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information and tickets, call 615-783-1212. http://www.nashvillesymphony.org. Continues through late June
June, 2009
Early June—CMA Music Festival. More than 125,000 country-music fans converge on Nashville for 45 hours of concerts and picture and autograph sessions with at least 40 of their favorite stars. Venues include Adelphia Coliseum, Riverfront Park and the Nashville Convention Center. For information and tickets, call toll-free 800-262-3378. http://www.cmafest.com.
Early-Mid June—Musical. The Tennessee Performing Arts Center presents a series of popular Broadway musicals. James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information, call 615-782-4000. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 615-255-2787. http://www.tpac.org. Concludes mid June
Throughout June—Concert. The Grand Ole Opry hosts shows to record top country-music singers for its radio program Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights, in addition to special concerts throughout the year. 2802 Opryland Drive. For information and tickets, call 615-871-6779. http://www.opry.com. Continues through late December
Throughout June—Minor-League Baseball. The Nashville Sounds, Triple-A affiliates of the Milwaukee Brewers, play home games at Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St. For tickets, call 615-242-4371. http://www.nashvillesounds.com. Continues through early September
Throughout June—Concert. The Nashville Symphony presents concerts at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, James K. Polk Cultural Center, 505 Deaderick St. For information and tickets, call 615-783-1212. http://www.nashvillesymphony.org. Concludes late June
July, 2009
4 Jul—Independence Day. Public holiday. Fireworks over the Cumberland River and live music by the Nashville Symphony Orchestra and top names in rock 'n' roll and country music. Riverfront Park. Phone 615-862-8400.
Throughout July—Minor-League Baseball. The Nashville Sounds, Triple-A affiliates of the Milwaukee Brewers, play home games at Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St. For tickets, call 615-242-4371. http://www.nashvillesounds.com. Continues through early September
Throughout July—Concert. The Grand Ole Opry hosts shows to record top country-music singers for its radio program Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights, in addition to special concerts throughout the year. 2802 Opryland Drive. For information and tickets, call 615-871-6779. http://www.opry.com. Continues through late December
