Dylan Aycock

Dylan Aycock

Senior City Editor, NASHtoday

Dylan is based in Nashville, TN and has worked in local media since 2015. In her free time, she enjoys spending her weekends at the Belcourt Theatre and strolling through Centennial Park with her dog, Ranger.

A group of 12 ballet dancers performing on stage in "Nashville's Nutcracker."
Culture
Nashville Ballet leaps into new season with 6 productions
Led by Artistic Director Nick Mullikin, the new season offers timeless classics such as “Nashville’s Nutcracker” and “The Sleeping Beauty.”
April 22, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A close up image of a sign reading "local authors" at a bookstore.
Culture
Where to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Nashville
We rounded up local book events to attend on Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 27.
April 22, 2024
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Small Business
How to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day
This one’s a page turner.
April 22, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A cat mascot pointing its finger at the camera while standing in front of the Nashville skyline.
Sports
Nashville Kats are back to action in Music City
On November 1, 2023, the Arena Football League announced the highly anticipated return of the Nashville Kats for the 2024 season. Now, they’re ready to play.
April 18, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A hand holding an ice cream cone with two ice cream sculptures in the background.
Business
Shop local: Nashville’s 2nd Avenue is open for business
Here’s where to shop, eat, and experience downtown Nashville as 2nd Avenue rebuilds through 2025.
April 16, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A blue bin with stacks of vinyl records.
Business
Where to celebrate Record Store Day in Nashville
Local record stores are celebrating the big day with special releases, live music, local eats, and more.
April 16, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A group of 10-12 people wearing white jerseys with blue and red stripes raising up their arms in a huddle.
Events
Here’s who’s playing the 2024 Rock N’ Jock Celebrity Softball Game
We won’t leave you hanging in the outfield. Jelly Roll, Riley Green, and more will play in this year’s celebrity softball game.
April 12, 2024
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Participants at last year's event sprawl out across the grass on blankets and in chairs.
Travel and Outdoors
All the free, eco-friendly fun you can have at Nashville Earth Day
The annual Earth Day event is hosted at Centennial Park’s Bandshell.
April 12, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A birds eye view of the Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival with vendor tents set up around the park.
Culture
Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival blooms downtown this weekend
The festival returns to Nashville’s Public Square Park — where beautiful cherry blossoms bloom every year — on Saturday, April 13.
April 10, 2024
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Radnor Lake in Nashville
Travel and Outdoors
State parks and natural areas to explore around Nashville
Hit the trails on your own time or bookmark upcoming events, including a night hike, backpacking trip, and caving adventure.
April 8, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
An upclose photo of two fish tacos covered in slaw with a plate of fries and two beers out of focus in the background.
Food
Asked: Nashville’s best brewery bites
The food is just as good as the beer at craft breweries across Nashville.
April 8, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
View of the 2017 solar eclipse captured in Gordonsville, Tennessee on Aug. 21, 2017.
Events
Where to watch the April solar eclipse in Nashville
Music City isn’t in the path of totality this time (who remembers where they were on Aug. 21, 2017?), but the region will see 95% coverage at its peak.
April 6, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Two people standing in front of a mural reading "nashville looks good on you" with three number balloons reading "615."
Culture
Celebrating our birthday at NASHtoday
Happy birthday to us. We’re looking back on three years of bringing you Nashville’s top news and events.
April 4, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A red coffee mug reading "Tim Hortons" next to a plated donut.
Business
Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons expanding to Middle Tennessee
Plans are in the works for two Tim Hortons in Mt. Juliet — but the Volunteer State could be getting 40+ more locations in the years to come.
April 4, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Dwayne The Rock Johnson posed in fron of Tootsies in Nashville.
Culture
Did you know Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson called Nashville home?
The actor and WWE Superstar is back in the ring this weekend for WrestleMania 40. We’re looking back on his time in Music City.
April 2, 2024
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paper bags filled with bagels of different flavors
Food
Find perfectly golden bagels at these 8 spots in Asheville
For when you knead to know where to get the perfect breakfast.
April 2, 2024
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Grace Powers
Standup comic Nate Bargatze holding a microphone onstage with thousands of phone lights illuminating from the audiance.
Culture
Nashville Comedy Festival celebrates 10 years of laughs
The festival brings together Nashville acts and national headliners for 10 days of comedy at Bridgestone Areana, Zanies, and other local venues.
March 29, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A rendering of a barbecue restaurant with a bar area and a disco ball hanging above table seating.
Food
Rooftop barbecue is coming to Lower Broadway
Rodney’s Scott Whole Hog BBQ will occupy the top two floors of Eric Church’s new bar, Chief’s, as well as offer a street-level walk-up window.
March 29, 2024
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street view of Madison Children's museum.
Play
Kid-friendly activities in Madison
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Madison, WI has to offer — complete with art classes, public beaches, and outdoor fun.
March 28, 2024
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Staff
A graphic with a light red background and a baseball glove holding a baseball with the word "NASHtoday."
Sports
Charlotte, Nashville, Raleigh: Who’s on deck for a MLB team?
All three cities are pitching themselves for a MLB team.
March 27, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A produce shelf stocked with leafy greens, radishes, and other vegetables.
City
Make a difference during Food Waste Prevention Week
Nashvillians can get involved with the statewide and national campaign by participating in a coffee crawl and attending events.
March 27, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A person using chopsticks to hold up a piece of nigiri from a platter of similar bites.
Food
Detroit’s Experience Zuzu is expanding to Nashville
Here’s what to expect when Experience Zuzu arrives in Music City.
March 26, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A graphic with orange and purple hues for Cirque du Soleil's "Songblazers" production that features a carnival-like atmosphere in front of a full moon rising on the horizon.
Culture
Cirque du Soleil’s country music-themed show premieres this summer
Immerse yourself in a world that, for Nashvillians, is quite familiar when Cirque du Soleil’s “Songblazers” arrives at TPAC.
March 25, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Kids in a pottery class.
Play
Kid-friendly activities in Greenville
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Greenville, SC has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
March 25, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A black-and-white historical photo from March 8, 1961 with Elvis Presley sitting with members of the Tennessee General Assembly.
Culture
Elvis Presley’s visits to Nashville through the years
Music City was all shook up when Elvis came to town.
March 21, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A child paints a canvas hanging on a wall.
Play
Kid-friendly activities around Lexington
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Lexington, KY has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
March 20, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A view of a walking trail in Centennial Park with lush green trees and grass as the sun peeks through them.
City
The state of Nashville’s tree canopy
A new Urban Tree Canopy Assessment by Metro looks at canopy loss and opportunities to expand it.
March 19, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Giant troll sculpture with one arm raised and a bag of birdhouses carried over its back in a forest-like setting.
Arts
Upcoming exhibitions, art sales, and interactive experiences
From larger-than-life sculptures at Cheekwood to tomato-themed art in East Nashville, save the dates for these upcoming exhibitions and art sales.
March 18, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Kids standing in front of a table at the Thinkery.
Play
Kid-friendly activities in Austin
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Austin has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
March 14, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A plated shepherds pie and glass of frothy beer placed on a counter.
Food
Celebrate Pi Day with a slice of these Nashville pies
We’re putting the spotlight on Music City’s sweet and savory pies this Pi Day, Thursday, March 14.
March 13, 2024
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