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Festivals:

Nashville Film Festival (Spring)

One of the oldest film festivals in the U.S., typically held in April or May

Features hundreds of films from around the world

Includes competitions, premieres, and industry panels

CMA Music Festival (June)

Four-day country music festival held annually in downtown Nashville

Features performances by top country artists at multiple venues

Includes meet-and-greets, autograph signings, and fan activities

Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th (July)

Large Independence Day celebration in downtown Nashville

Features live music performances, culminating with the Nashville Symphony

Ends with one of the largest fireworks shows in the country

Nashville Pride Festival (June)

Two-day LGBTQ+ celebration usually held in Public Square Park

Includes a parade, live performances, vendors, and educational resources

Tennessee State Fair (September)

Held at the Nashville Fairgrounds

Features agricultural exhibits, carnival rides, food vendors, and live entertainment

Includes competitions in various categories like livestock, crafts, and baking

Oktoberfest Nashville (October)

Held in Germantown neighborhood

Celebrates German culture with traditional food, beer, music, and dancing

Includes activities like the bratwurst eating contest and dachshund races

Holiday Events:

Nashville Christmas Parade (December)

Annual parade through downtown Nashville

Features floats, marching bands, and celebrity grand marshals

Typically held on the first Saturday in

December

Gaylord Opryland's A Country Christmas (November-January)

Extensive holiday celebration at the Gaylord Opryland Resort

Features millions of lights, ice sculptures, shows, and holiday activities

Includes ICE!, a walk-through ice sculpture experience with changing themes yearly

Cheekwood Holiday Lights (November-January)

Held at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

Features over one million lights throughout the gardens

Includes special holiday-themed exhibits, activities, and performances

Music Events:

Live on the Green Music Festival (August-September)

Free outdoor music festival held at Public Square Park

Features a mix of national and local acts across various genres

Typically held on Thursday evenings and concludes with a three-day Labor Day weekend event

Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival (Spring)

World's largest songwriters festival

Features hundreds of performances at venues across Nashville

Showcases both well-known and up-and-coming songwriters

Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival (June)

Four-day multi-stage camping festival held in nearby Manchester, TN

Features a diverse lineup of musical performances across various genres

Includes art installations, comedy acts, and other activities

Food and Drink Events:

Nashville Wine and Food Festival (Spring)

Held at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park

Features tastings from local and national wineries and restaurants

Includes cooking demonstrations and educational seminars

Music City Hot Chicken Festival (July 4th)

Celebrates Nashville's signature dish, hot chicken

Held at East Park

Features local hot chicken vendors, live music, and eating contests

Nashville Whiskey Festival (Fall)

Typically held in October

Features whiskey tastings from local and international distilleries

Includes educational seminars and meet-and-greets with master distillers

Art Events:

First Saturday Art Crawl (Monthly)

Free event held in downtown Nashville on the first Saturday of each month

Features open houses at art galleries in the 5th Avenue of the Arts and the Arcade

Some galleries offer complimentary wine and snacks

Artober Nashville (October)

Month-long celebration of the arts in Nashville

Features hundreds of events across various art forms throughout the city

Includes performances, exhibitions, workshops, and more

Sports Events:

Rock 'n' Roll Nashville Marathon & 1/2 Marathon (April)

Annual marathon and half-marathon through Nashville

Course features live bands playing music along the route

Typically held in late April

Nashville Predators hockey season (October-April)

NHL team playing home games at Bridgestone Arena

Regular season typically runs from October to April, with potential playoff games extending into June

Tennessee Titans football season (September-January)

NFL team playing home games at Nissan Stadium

Regular season typically runs from September to early January, with potential playoff games

Business and Networking:

Nashville Chamber of Commerce monthly meetings

Regular gatherings for local business leaders

Features guest speakers, networking opportunities, and updates on local business climate

Specific events and dates vary, check their website for current schedule

Nashville Entrepreneur Center regular events

Hosts various events for entrepreneurs and startups

Includes workshops, pitch events, and networking opportunities

Schedule varies, check their website for current offerings

Cultural Events:

Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival (Spring)

Celebrates Nashville's Japanese ties and the blooming of cherry trees

Held in Public Square Park

Features Japanese cultural performances, food vendors, and a walk/run event

African Street Festival (September)

Three-day celebration of African and African-American culture

Held at Hadley Park

Features live music, dance performances, African cuisine, and artisan vendors

Markets:

Nashville Farmers' Market (Year-round)

Open daily, with special holiday markets

Features local produce, artisanal foods, and crafts

Includes a food hall with various local restaurants

Porter Flea Market (Bi-annual - Summer and Holiday)

Curated market featuring modern handmade goods

Held twice a year, typically in June and December

Showcases work from local and regional makers and designers

Memphis

Festivals:

Memphis in May International Festival (May) • Month-long celebration including Beale Street Music Festival, World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest, and

Great American River Run

Cooper-Young Festival (September) • One-day arts festival in the historic Cooper-Young neighborhood

Music Events:

Mempho Music Festival (October) • Multi-day outdoor music festival at Shelby Farms Park

Cultural Events:

Africa in April Cultural Awareness Festival (April) • Four-day festival celebrating African cultures

Holiday Events:

Zoo Lights at Memphis Zoo (November-December) • Holiday light display throughout the zoo

Knoxville

Festivals:

Dogwood Arts Festival (April) • Month-long celebration of art, culture, and natural beauty

Big Ears Festival (March) • Four-day festival of avant-garde music and art

Cultural Events:

Knoxville Opera Rossini Festival (April) • International street fair celebrating opera and Italian culture

Holiday Events:

Knoxville Christmas in the City (November-January) • Various holiday events throughout downtown, including ice skating and light displays

Chattanooga

Festivals:

Riverbend Festival (June) • Four-day music festival on the riverfront

3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival (October) • Free bluegrass music festival at Ross's Landing

Cultural Events:

Chattanooga Film Festival (April) • Four-day independent film festival

Holiday Events:

Rock City's Enchanted Garden of Lights (November-January) • Holiday light display at Rock City Gardens

Johnson City

Festivals:

Blue Plum Festival (June) • Three-day music and arts festival in downtown Johnson City

Holiday Events:

Candy Land Christmas (November-December) • Holiday light display at Founders Park

Murfreesboro

Festivals:

Main Street JazzFest (May) • Two-day jazz festival on the historic square

Cultural Events:

Uncle Dave Macon Days (July) • Old-time music and dance festival

Clarksville

Festivals:

Rivers & Spires Festival (April) • Three-day festival featuring music, arts, and family activities

Holiday Events:

Christmas on the Cumberland (November-January) • Holiday light display along the Cumberland River

Franklin

Festivals:

Main Street Festival (April) • Two-day street festival featuring arts, crafts, and music

Holiday Events:

Dickens of a Christmas (December) • Victorian-themed Christmas festival in historic downtown

Jackson

Festivals:

Jackson International Food and Art Festival (October) • One-day celebration of cultural diversity through food and art

Gatlinburg

Holiday Events:

Gatlinburg Winter Magic (November-February) • City-wide winter light display and events

Festivals:

Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair (July and October) • Large craft fair featuring artisans from across the country

Pigeon Forge

Festivals:

Dollywood's Harvest Festival (September-October) • Fall festival featuring seasonal activities and performances

Holiday Events:

Winterfest (November-February) • City-wide celebration with millions of holiday lights and special events

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