Things To Do
Cheekwood Botanical Garden
LIGHT: Bruce Munro at Cheekwood Featuring the work of British installation artist Bruce Munro, LIGHT: Bruce Munro at Cheekwood celebrates the 10th anniversary of an exhibition by the same name held at Cheekwood in 2013.
Big Drag Bus (Nashville Party Bus)
The Big Drag Bus is one of Nashville’s newest and most popular party on wheels. Nashville is known for its wide-variety of party buses, but this is the only one with drag queens as the guides! Guests can bring their own beverages while enjoying a cruise filled with games, performances, laughing, singing, and dancing around downtown Nashville. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, bachelor party, bachelorette party, or a night out with friends, The Big Drag Bus is sure to impress. Scroll down to learn more about this fun thing to do in Nashville.
Frist Art Museum
Frist Art Museum is Nashville’s iconic art destination providing fresh, one-of-a-kind exhibitions. It’s a fun and insightful way to spend a day in Nashville, especially with friends and family. Frist Art Museum showcases some of the most prestigious collections in the world. There’s also the family-friendly Martin ArtQuest Gallery featuring 30 interactive stations, an onsite cafe, and a gift shop.
Tennessee Craft Fair
The 52nd annual Spring Tennessee Craft Fair is Friday through Sunday, May 5-7, 2023, at Centennial Park. Over 150 craft artisans will fill the park, so stop by to do a little shopping. There will also be live demonstrations, kids’ activities, and food. Admission and parking are free.
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
Kids of all ages can enjoy a field trip to the Nashville Zoo, which has grown leaps and bounds since taking over the Grassmere property in 1996. Interactive exhibits like Critter Encounters and Lorikeet Landing as well as exhibits dedicated to African elephants, flamingos, and meerkats keep local animal lovers intrigued.
Fifth + Broadway
Fifth + Broadway is a mixed-use development conveniently located on Broadway in Downtown Nashville. The building combines restaurants, shops, office space, a museum, and residential units. Restaurants in this new destination include local favorites Slim + Husky’s and Hattie B’s as well as nationally-known eateries like Shake Shack and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. On the retail side, visitors can purchase Nashville-centric apparel at The Nash Collection or shop at one of the only brick-and-mortar Ariat stores in the world. Explore the 55,000-square-foot National Museum of African American Music or stay indefinitely at The Place.
Honky Tonk Central
Though they might complain about it, even locals have a hard time staying away from Nashville’s glittering main strip—it’s that much of a good time. Lined with perennial honky-tonks like Robert’s Western World and Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge, Lower Broadway has seen a revitalization with trendier establishments like Acme Feed and Seed, Miranda Lambert’s Casa Rosa, and Kid Rock’s Honky Tonk.
Radnor Lake State Park
Offering 1,300 acres of serene forests, trails, and wildlife, the Radnor Lake area is a literal breath of fresh air for cooped-up Nashvillians. And this natural treasure offers even more than just exercise and a break from daily stressors—the aviary and education center can turn your visit into a full-on learning experience.
I Believe In Nashville Mural
You won’t find a more “Nashville” photo-op than the “I Believe in Nashville” murals. Music City native Adrien Saporiti has created two of them across town—one each in 12 South and Marathon Village.