Hello Friday.
April 18 2025
This Thurs., Nov. 11 is Veterans Day — the day set aside to honor the brave men + women who have fought to protect our country.
To emphasize the community’s thankfulness, several events are taking place around town to celebrate our veterans, active military, and their families. ⬇️
- Field of Honor | Thurs., Nov. 4-Sat., Nov. 13 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, Victory Field | Free | $18 | The historic site will feature 1,000 American flags honoring veterans + active military.
- Marines & Others: A Birthday Celebration and Veterans Day | Wed., Nov. 10 | 5 p.m. | Red Phone Booth, 136 Rosa L. Parks Blvd. | Free | Gather for a silent auction, food, drinks, games, and cake benefitting Hero Hunt.
- Veterans Day at the Museum | Thurs., Nov. 11 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum | Free | Veterans and active military can visit the museum with up to 3 guests for free.
- Veterans Day Ceremony | Thurs., Nov. 11 | 11 a.m. | Veterans Memorial Park, 115 Floyd Mayfield Dr., La Vergne | Free | Attend a ceremony honoring those who have served in the military.
- Veterans Day Virtual Race | Thurs., Nov. 11-Tue., Nov. 30 | Times Vary | Virtual | $20 | Head out to a local trail or park + support veterans by running or walking a distance of your choice.
- 95.5 NASH ICON’s Salute To Veterans Concert | Tues., Nov. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | 3rd and Lindsley, 818 3rd Ave. S. | $20 | The concert featuring Shane McAnally, Caitlyn Smith, and Matt Jenkins will benefit the Folded Flag Foundation.
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Today
- Madison Beer | Tues., Nov. 9 | 8 p.m. | Brooklyn Bowl Nashville, 925 3rd Ave. N. | $37.50 | The artist will perform with Audriix + Maggie Lindmann on “The Life Support” Tour.
- Loteria Night | Tue., Nov. 9 | 6-9 p.m. | Plaza Mariachi, 3955 Nolensville Pk. | Free | Play the Mexican bingo-style game with a potential to win cash prizes. 🎴
Wednesday
- BEST Fest 2021 | Wed., Nov. 10 | 6-9 p.m. | The Cordelle, 45 Lindsley Ave. | $60 | Enjoy music, food, a live auction, and other activities benefiting the families of Blind Early Services TN.
- Crowder | Wed., Nov. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $35+ | The Christian artist will perform with special guest Sean Curran on “The Milk & Honey” Tour.
Thursday
- Ragtime: The Musical | Thurs., Nov. 11-Sun., Nov. 14 | Times vary | TPAC, James K. Polk Theater | $50+ | This musical based on the book by Terrnace Mcnally focuses on 3 different families in New York City at the turn of the century. 🎼
- Fisk Jubilee Singers | Thurs., Nov. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $46.50+ | The GRAMMY Award-winning group from Fisk University is celebrating 150 years of music.
Friday
- Christmas Village | Fri., Nov. 12 | 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | The Fairgrounds Nashville | $10 | Shop for toys, clothing, and other gift items from over 200 merchants. 🎄
- Kenny G | Fri., Nov. 12-Sat., Nov. 13 | 8 p.m. | Schermerhorn Symphony Center | $60+ | The jazz icon will perform with the Nashville Symphony. 🎷
We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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Weather
- 73Âş | Mostly cloudy | 10% chance of rain
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Coming Soon
- Tex-Mex chain Chuy’s is slated to set up shop at 17 White Bridge Rd. (formerly O’Charleys) in West Nashville. A final site plan for the restaurant’s fourth Nashville location will be determined during a Metro Planning Commission meeting next month. 🌮 (Nashville Post)
Sports
- Nashville SC is now the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference after finishing the regular season with a draw against the New York Red Bulls on Sunday. Nashville will have a first-round matchup against the No. 6 seed Orlando City SC at Nissan Stadium. (Nashville Post)
Award
- The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee has awarded the 27th annual Joe Kraft Humanitarian Award to Susan and Luke Simons. The local leaders are known for their philanthropy in the arts, healthcare, and nonprofit organizations. Get tickets to the honorary luncheon set for Thurs., Dec. 2 at the Music City Center. 🏆
Listen
- Nashville Music Equality has launched its new “Dear Music City” podcast, featuring local and global music professionals. Learn more + listen to the first episode by “Color Me Country” host and artist Rissi Palmer. (Music Row)
Cause
- The Nashville Heart Walk raised $1.6 million for heart disease research on Saturday. The fundraising event took place in person on TSU’s campus for the first time since the pandemic started. (WTVF)
Job
- Passionate about storytelling, news, and Nashville? NASHtoday (yep, that’s us) is hiring a City Editor to plan, write, edit, and publish the most relevant + conversational daily content about our city. See details + apply.
Arts
- A ballroom in Belmont’s new Fisher Center for the Performing Arts is being named to recognize the work that alumni Brad Paisley and Kimberly Williams-Paisley are doing with their local nonprofit, The Store. The ballroom can be utilized for acoustic and amplified performances, as well as a rehearsal space.
Coronavirus
- Rutherford County officials are offering several bonuses to retain school district employees who have taken on additional tasks during the COVID-19 pandemic. The first payment will be given to employees who have been with the district from Oct. 1 to Dec. 17. (The Hill)
Home
- Which home improvements add the most value? Calculate which home improvement, renovation + remodeling projects can have the biggest increase on your home value with Opendoor’s Home Improvement Value Calculator. 🏡 Ⓟ
Travel
- Looking to plan a holiday getaway or give an experiential gift? Greenville, SC is a convenient, festive + affordable road trip destination with plenty to do for the holidays. 🎄Ⓟ
They’re singing! They’re at Fifth + Broadway and they’re singing!
You may have noticed an odd abundance of dancing elves at the downtown development over the weekend, and if you didn’t, take a look at this video. 🎄
An “Elf”-themed flash mob came to spread holiday cheer and mark the 12-day countdown to Gaylord Opryland Resort’s new, interactive exhibit “Mission Save Christmas Featuring Elf” opening on Fri., Nov. 19
Whether or not you’ve set up your decor, this video is sure to bring holiday cheer.
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