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events THIS MONTH’S FEATURES: General Jackson Showboat 2812 Opryland Drive. All aboard for a memorable family outing on the world’s grandest showboat, the magnificent General Jackson! Stroll the four massive decks, and enjoy panoramic views of Nashville. During your three-hour river cruise, you will experience a mouthwatering southern style meal along with dynamic live entertainment in the beautiful two-story Victorian Theater. The Midday Cruise includes the country music variety show, Nashville Live! The show’s repertoire spans classic hits by Patsy Cline, George Jones and Tammy Wynette through chart-topping hits by today’s hottest artists. On the Evening Cruise, Perry Danos hosts Hot Country Nights, featuring great production numbers with the music that made Nashville famous – country music. It’s a fast paced, rollicking, country music journey from the roots of country to today’s award-winning country superstars. Spend Sunday on the Gospel Brunch Midday Cruise with General Jackson Jubilee, and experience the inspirational sounds of today’s contemporary Christian music. Tickets, showtime info, menus, cast bios and more details are available online, or call (615) 458-3900. generaljackson.com
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays – Grand Ole Opry Grand Ole Opry shows are performed every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday in July. Plus, catch a show on Wednesday nights beginning June 17 through August 12. Since 1925, country’s best have mesmerized audiences at the Opry, the show that made country music famous. While performances from both legendary entertainers and the latest country music acts are the norm, when you go to the Opry, you’ll also enjoy bluegrass bands, comedy, and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month include Thompson Square, The Willis Clan, Craig Morgan, Michael Ray, Lee Greenwood, Charley Pride, Neal McCoy, Josh Thompson, Crystal Gayle, Joe Diffie, Suzy Bogguss (pictured), Oak Ridge Boys, Terri Clark, Little Big Town, Chase
Bryant, Frankie Ballard, Maddie & Tae, Phil Vassar, A Thousand Horses, David Nail, Tracy Lawrence, Craig Wayne Boyd, and more! For Opry tickets and information visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.
July 1-3, 16-19, 24-31 – Nashville Sounds Home Games First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson Street. Take the family out to the ballgame at the city’s new minor-league ballpark. The Nashville Sounds home games are July 1-3 vs. Colorado Springs; July 16-19 vs. Omaha; July 24-27 vs. New Orleans; July 28-31 vs. Iowa. This season, fans are encouraged to park at the Metro Courthouse Garage at 101 James Robertson Parkway ($5/parking, free shuttle). nashvillesounds.com
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – Family Night Out at Cheekwood Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art, 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Gather your family together for fantastic performances and shows, a ‘kids dance zone,’ and magical memories made in the beautiful gardens! Enjoy Coal Train Railroad on July 2; The WannaBeatles on July 9; Mr. Steve, The Music Man on July 16; Nashville Public Library Puppet Truck presents Anansi the Spider on July 23; Cowboy Dan on July 30. Ben & Jerry’s plus a different food truck each week! 6:30–7:30 pm. cheekwood.org
July 3 – Soccer: U.S. MNT vs. Guatemala LP Field, 1 Titans Way. The U.S. Men’s National Team will face Guatemala at 5:30 pm. The matchup will serve as the final tune-up for the team before it starts play at the 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup. Expect a fantastic crowd at LP Field. ussoccer.com
July 3 – Downtown Nashville Art Crawl Fifth Avenue of the Arts, Historic Arcade, Eighth Avenue, Broadway. Presenting local and world-renowned artists and artwork, various galleries offer rare opportunities to view diverse exhibitions featuring every genre of art. The festive atmosphere and participating venues welcome you to experience downtown Nashville as a center for art. 6–9 pm. nashvilledowntown.com/play 3
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July 3 – Fireworks at Nashville Shores 4001 Bell Road. It’s like seeing two shows in one with the beautiful reflections of color on Percy Priest Lake. Fireworks are included with a season pass or that day’s waterpark admission. Fireworks will begin at dusk. nashvilleshores.com
July 4 – Music City Hot Chicken Festival East Park, 700 Woodland Street. Celebrate the uniquely-Nashville dish, Hot Chicken, beginning at 11 am with a parade of fire trucks and free Hot Chicken samples to the first 500 people in line. Live music from local bands all day long and visitors can look on while six teams try their hand at cooking up their version of Hot Chicken in the Amateur Cooking Contest. Other edible options will also be available. The event ends at 3 pm when visitors make their way downtown for the annual fireworks display. hot-chicken.com
July 4 – Let Freedom Sing! Riverfront Park, 100 First Avenue North. Enjoy a full day of family fun and an incredible fireworks show that has become one of the best July 4th events in the country! Climbing walls, water slides, samples, games, and so much more will keep every member of your family having a great time. An all-star lineup of Martina McBride, Mikky Ekko, the Nashville Symphony, The Weeks, Gabe Dixon, and more are among the musical acts to perform, leading up to the incredible fireworks display accompanied to music from our Grammy-winning Nashville Symphony. musiccityjuly4th.com
July 4 – Red, White & Boom Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Boulevard. Celebrate the 4th with an unobstructed view of Nashville’s downtown fireworks, from our rooftop or lawn. Bring your family and enjoy this exclusive nighttime event, including a live feed of the Nashville Symphony’s accompaniment to the fireworks. There will be live science demonstrations outside (giant elephant toothpaste, liquid nitrogen “bombs” and balloon bursts!) adventuresci.com
July 11 – Red, White and Brew Sevier Park, 3021 Lealand Lane. 3–6 pm. Celebrate America and freedom at this mid-summer fest with red and white wine, local brews, tasty food, music, and a few carnival games. Proceeds support The Tomorrow Fund, which builds community awareness and responsibility in Middle Tennessee young professionals. cfmt.org
events July 11, 18, 25 – Summer Saturdays at Ellington Agricultural Center 440 Hogan Road. Free, special fun-filled activities will spotlight Tennessee farm life, 9 am–2 pm. From wagon rides and horse shows to a grist mill and gardens, there will be different activities each weekend. Groom and ride miniature donkeys, milk goats, make soap or stop by the cabins to see sheep shearing and spinning wheels. tnagmuseum.org
July 11 – Fairgrounds Speedway Fairgrounds Speedway, 625 Smith Avenue. Come out and join us! Admission: $10; $8 seniors, kids 12 and under; $5 military. The pit ticket gate opens at 9:30 am, first practice at 12 noon, the grandstand officially opens at 3 pm, the green flag racing slated for 4 pm. fairgroundsspeedwaynashville.com
July 11 – The Glo Run LP Field, 1 Titans Way. 5K Evening Run through a dreamworld of glowing wonders dancing to music, with a live DJ at the finish. Create a team of at least 5 members, get free neon sunglasses, invite your friends. theglorun.com
July 11 – Second Saturday Laser Shows at Sudekem Planetarium Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Boulevard. After-hours showings of stunning planetarium and special laser music shows, with millions of stars and digital visual effects. See a single show or make it a full evening and buy tickets for all three shows! Join us for Laser America, featuring music by Neil Diamond, James Brown, Johnny Cash, and more at 8:30 pm; the iconic Music of Michael Jackson at 9:30 pm; ElectroPop is a hot pop cosmic concert featuring favorite tunes by Lady Gaga, Bastille, Pharrell Williams, Lorde, Demi Lovato, and Lil Jon & DJ Snake, at 10:30 pm. Tickets available at the door, at the admission desk on the day of the event or online at sudekumplanetarium.com.
July 11, 18, 25 – Big Band Dances Centennial Park Event Shelter. Spend your Saturday nights this summer dancing and listening to live big band music played by some of Nashville’s finest musicians. There are two free group dance lessons held 7–7:30 pm and again 8:30–8:50 pm. One savory and one sweet food truck will be on-site. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket. 5
events July 11: The Merchants of Cool (Rumba); July 18: The Paul Ross Orchestra (Salsa); July 25: The Jazz Alliance (Cha-Cha). nashville.gov
July 12 – Sundays LIVE! at The Hermitage 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Home of President Andrew Jackson. Come explore the 19th century early republic with our compelling living history series, 1–5 pm. Meet Judge John Overton and hear about his close friendship with Jackson, and how they won the Presidency. thehermitage.com
July 18 – Nashville Rollergirls Nashville Municipal Auditorium, 417 Fourth Avenue North. Doubleheader vs. Ohio Roller Girls. nashvilleauditorium.com
July 18 – Music in the Meadow Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood. Bring food and friends for an evening with the fabulous Joe Freel, backed by a band of Nashville Jazz Workshop musicians. Enjoy a hike and meet Owl’s Hill’s non-releasable live owls! 5:30–9:30 pm. $20/person, $75/car owlshill.org
July 19 – Jazz on the Cumberland Concert Series Cumberland Park Amphitheater, 592 South First Street. Enjoy great live music, the Nashville sunset, and watch the downtown skyline light up overlooking the Cumberland River. You’ll hear some of the area’s best local, regional, and national jazz artists. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome, and food will be available for purchase from local food trucks. Fun for the entire family, with a kid’s play zone, including a climbing wall, playground, and water slides. This is a free evening event (5:30–8 pm) with plenty of free parking in Lot R, under the pedestrian street bridge.
July 24-26 – Nashville Flea Market Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Avenue, (615) 862-5016. You’ll find a huge variety of gifts, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, arts and crafts, tools, housewares, handmade clothing, and hundreds of thousands of other items each month, at one of the top ten flea markets in the country. Dealers and vendors from 30 states offer their wares to the buying public. Admission is free; parking $5. Friday 8 am–5 pm; Saturday 7 am–6 pm; Sunday 7 am– 4 pm; nashvilleexpocenter.org 6
July 25 – Nashville Zoo’s Ice Day Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, 3777 Nolensville Road. Chill out with the animals at this annual event with cool activities and icy treats for both guests and animals. Lots of fun events including ice cream eating contests and an inflatable water slide. Included with same day admission, free for members, and some activities have additional fees. nashvillezoo.org
July 25 – Nashville Rib & Jazz Festival Cumberland Park, 592 South First Street. Jazz & blues artists scheduled to perform include Tom Hemby, Denny Jiosa, Annie Sellick, Michael Whitaker and the Bottom 40, David Wells, and more. Proceeds after expenses will help keep music alive in the Nashville Metro area. The music begins at 3 pm. Tickets: $20 advance; $30 gate; $10 children 6–12; free for children 5 and under; musicfestival.city/nashville
July 25 – Music City Brewer’s Festival Walk of Fame Park, 121 Fourth Avenue South. Sample some of the most respected brews from over 40 local, regional, national, and imported breweries at one of the biggest and best beer festivals in the country! You can try beer here that is not normally available in Nashville. Live music entertainment all day. Two sessions, 12–4 pm, 6–10 pm. musiccitybrewersfest.com
July 26 – Carnton Sunset Concert Series: Vinyl Radio Carnton Plantation, 1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin. These historic grounds serve as a unique venue for friends and families to relax and listen to some of the area’s most talented musicians. Food and drinks are available for purchase or bring your own (including alcohol). Gates open at 4:30 pm, concert 6–8 pm. No tents, grills or pets. Admission: $10 adults/advance, $12/gate; $5 children 6-12; free for 5 and under. Free parking. boft.org
July 31 – Full Moon Pickin’ Party Warner Park Equestrian Center, 2520 Old Hickory Boulevard. Bluegrass and roots pickers jam in circles under the trees and around the grounds, while three headlining acts perform on the main stage. No glass, large coolers, or alcohol. Bring blankets or camping chairs. Family-friendly. Dogs on a leash welcome. 7–11 pm, Tickets: $5–$20, include water, soft drinks and beer (adults 21+). Food available. friendsofwarnerparks.com
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July at the Nashville Symphony Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place. Packages may be purchased from the Patron Services hotline at (615) 687- 6401. Concerts this month: The Texas Tenors with the Nashville Symphony on July 2 at 7:30 pm; Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture: A Star Spangled Evening with the Nashville Symphony on July 3 at 8 pm; Rock My Soul featuring The Fairfield Four and The McCrary Sisters (without orchestra) on July 10 at 8 pm; An Evening with America on July 23 at 7:30 pm; An Intimate Evening with Shirley MacLaine (without orchestra) on July 30 at 7:30 pm; An Evening with The Monkees featuring Micky Dolenz & Peter Tork (without orchestra) on July 31 at 8 pm. For tickets and showtimes, call the box office at (615) 687- 6400 between 10 am and 6 pm Monday through Friday or 10 am and 2 pm Saturday, or go to the website at nashvillesymphony.org.
July at the Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Avenue North. This stellar venue is a sixtime winner of Pollstar’s Concert Theatre of the Year award and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of Country Music’s Venue of the Year. This month’s outstanding lineup includes Red, White and Bluegrass Night with Del McCoury and Sierra Hull on July 2*; Hot Rize featuring Brian Sutton, Nick Forster, Pet Wernick & Tim O’Brien with The Gibson Brothers on July 9*; Dailey & Vincent on July 16*; American Idol Live on July 17; Fifth Harmony with Debby Ryan + The Never Ending, Natalie La Rose and Bea Miller on July 21; Rob Thomas (pictured), with the Plain White T’s on July 22; Robert Earl Keen with The SteelDrivers on July 8
120 Second Avenue North. Three floors of fun with five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. The Wildhorse boasts extraordinary talent, fine house bands and memorable performers. Fun, complimentary line dancing lessons are offered daily. wildhorsesaloon.com
July at the Darkhorse Theater Darkhorse Theater, 4610 Charlotte Avenue. The Darkhorse is host to a variety of theater groups who perform new works, classical theater, live music, dance and multimedia shows. KB Productions takes the stage on July 3–11 with The Trials and Tribulations of a Trailertrash Housewife. Destiny Theatre Experience performs July17–25. Umbrella, an original musical by Len Cohen and Steve Leslie begins its run on July 31. darkhorsetheater.com
July 4, 11, 18, 25 – Bye Bye Liver: The Nashville Drinking Play Blue Bar and Rack Room, 1911 Broadway. This fastpaced sketch comedy takes a satirical look at the drinking culture. Audience members choose sides in a game of Would You Rather, guess songs in Name That Tune, or find love as different contestants are tested in Match Maker. Tickets are $12 each. Must be 21 or over. Call 1-800-650-6449 or go to byebyeliver.com/nashville.
July 5, 12, 19, 26 – Sunday Bluegrass Jam Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. Free admission every Sunday evening at Nashville’s premiere listening room for bluegrass and roots music. “Cold beer, hot pickin’ and friends you won’t meet until you get here.” The evening entertainment begins at 8 pm. (615) 255-3307, stationinn.com
July 7 – Anthony Bourdain: Close to the Bone Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Chef, author, and raconteur Anthony Bourdain is best known for traveling the globe on his stomach, daringly consuming some of the world’s most exotic dishes on his hit TV shows. Bourdain will spend the evening sharing candid insights about his life’s work and
travels, including an audience question and answer session. tpac.org
July 7, 8, 15, 22, 29 – Music City Roots The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road. Jim Lauderdale hosts Wednesday night’s weekly, twohour live radio show, showcasing Nashville’s rich music scene, from country to Americana. Extra show on Tuesday, July 7 – A Tribute to Chet Atkins, CGP (certified guitar player). $15 reserved seats; $10 general admission; free for 5 and under; musiccityroots.com
July 7, 14, 28 – The Doyle and Debbie Show Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. This hilarious love letter to the country music community and its stars is hysterical, and the music is finely-crafted. The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton, have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off beautifully. Tickets are $20 and the show begins at 7 pm. doyleanddebbie.com
July 10 – The Bacon Brothers City Winery Nashville, 609 Lafayette Street. Michael Bacon and his brother Kevin Bacon are joined by
bandmates Paul Guzzone, Joe Mennonna, Frank Vilardi and Ira Siegel. Their infectious music has fans dancing in their seats and singing along at every show. Tickets $50–$75, Doors open at 6 pm, show at 8 pm. citywinery.com
July 11 – Where Did I Go Wrong? James K. Polk Theater, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. A young youth minister is faced with having to raise his two children by himself when his wife leaves him for another man while trying to pursue a music career. Fifteen years later, his wife, after drug and other abuse, now seeks to find her children, and rebuild the life that she left behind. The story explores how one man’s faith can help bring restoration to what seems to be a hopeless situation. tpac.org
July 13 – Barenaked Ladies The Woods Amphitheater at Fontanel, 4225 Whites Creek Pike. The tour is called “Last Summer On Earth Summer 2015,”and the group is joined by special guests Violent Femmes and Colin Hay of Men At Work. The natural amphitheater space of the Whites Creek valley is a mustsee and hear venue in the greater Nashville area,
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performing arts featuring state-of-the-art sound in a cozy wooded setting, Tickets $39.50 and up. 7 pm–11 pm. fontanelmansion.com
July 16-19 – Sideshow Fringe Festival Various locations: Belmont’s Black Box Theater, Actors Bridge Studio @ LeQuire Gallery, Darkhorse Theatre, Global Education Center, Richland Park Library. Nashville’s progressive performing arts event is a 4-day celebration featuring theater and related live presentations with a special emphasis on original and innovative forms and formats. Dance, music, puppetry, aerial arts, juggling, poetry, and more is showcased in a multi-venue setting. It’s fast-paced, and purposefully low-tech, to allow the spectacle of raw talent and innovation to take center stage. sideshowfringe.com
July 17 – Thursday Night Things At Oz OZ, 6172 Cockrill Bend Circle. OZ Arts is a destination for innovative contemporary art experiences. Artist and filmmaker Cory Basil will create two “cineplexes” in the Grand Salon that will show dozens of his film animations. Audience members are welcome to come and go as the animations loop. Celebrated pianist and award-winning singer-songwriter Brooke Waggoner will perform original works and accompany Basil during a live reading of excerpts from The Perils of Fishboy: A Tale Split in Two. oznashville.com
July 17 – Music City Improv The Building (formerly Billups Art), 1008-C Woodland Street, East Nashville. This high octane show features a variety of short and long-form improv, as well as live and video sketch comedy. Book tickets in advance, as space is limited in our intimate theatre and often sells out. Every show is unique, so come often and have a blast with us for less than the price of a movie. All shows are “PG-13.” musiccityimprov.com
July 19 – The Wizard of Oz Sing-along presented by the Nashville Opera Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin. 1:30 and 6:30 pm, $15 per person, $20 VIP. Experience opera in new ways in this fun and unique setting. Channel your inner Dorothy and travel with the Nashville Opera down the Yellow Brick Road! Sing along to each and every song, aided by the subtitles. The fun starts with a vocal warm-up led by Nashville Opera singers, who will take you through 10
your free bag of goodies and props to be used throughout the film. Come as you are, or dress up as your favorite character! franklintheatre.com
July 23, 30 – Music at the Frist Frist Center Cafe, Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway. Join guitar virtuosos Joe Brunelle and Barry Coggins on July 23, and Larry and Nancy Mechem for an evening of traditional jazz on July 30. 6 pm, fristcenter.org
July 25 – The Ugly Duckling Belcourt Theatre, 2202 Belcourt Avenue. Olde Worlde Theatre brings this Hans Christian Andersen classic tale to life with colorful characters, farcical whimsy and magical storytelling. Follow our feathered friend as he learns to survive the bullies in the barnyard. Performed in the spirit of English pantomime, this lively interactive comedy has a poignant message. For all ages. General admission $8. oldeworldetheatre.com
July 25 – Bluebird on the Mountain Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive (off Granny White). Picnic dining, an outdoor concert, and the opportunity to stargaze through the grand telescope on one of the tallest hilltops in Nashville. Lari White, Chuck Cannon, and another to be announced will perform under Dyer’s open-air canopy. A “carload ticket” allows you to bring up to 8 people in your car. dyer.vanderbilt.edu
July 31 – Legally Blonde the Musical Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton. Harvard’s beloved blonde takes the stage by pink storm in this fun, upbeat story of self-discovery. This action-packed musical explodes on the stage with memorable songs and dynamic dances featuring NCT’s most advanced students. nashvillechildrenstheatre.org
July 31 – Frist Friday Concert Series Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway. Enjoy live music, light snacks and beverages as well as the diverse exhibitions on view in the Frist Center’s galleries. The Long Players will perform David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust album, plus more Bowie favorites throughout the evening. The LP’s are a multi-talented group of Nashville-based musicians who perform classic albums live in their original sequence. Admission $10; Members free; $7 for College students, 65+, Military w/ID. fristcenter.org
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“ You were AWESOME! I had so much fun tonight!” —Wynonna • 2 Hour Musical Biography • 3 Decades (50s, 60s, 70s) • 6 Eras of the King’s Career • 30 Songs • 5 Costume Changes • 1 Performer! “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again.” —DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer
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Opry Mills Mall. Sensational seafood in a unique setting. Dine around a 200,000 gallon tank featuring more than 100 species of colorful tropical fish including sharks and stingrays. Delicious menu selections from burgers to seafood platters. After your meal, visit the Treasure Chest Gift Shop. You can make Aquarium part of your next field trip, birthday party or special event. Reservations recommended. (615) 514-FISH, aquariumrestaurants.com
592 12th Avenue South. Delicious margaritas, fresh guacamole made at the table, and authentic Mexican food prepared with the freshest and finest ingredients make this restaurant in the Gulch a great destination for lunch, dinner or special events. (615) 259-9282, cantinalaredo.com
Café Lula at the Ryman 116 Fifth Avenue North. 615-458-8700. Café Lula is now open! Located just outside the Ryman’s main entrance with floor to ceiling glass windows on three sides and a covered patio, Café Lula puts you in the middle of the excitement. The menu features fresh, healthy fare with an emphasis on rotisserie cooking and locally sourced ingredients available for both dine-in and grab-and-go service. Open daily 7 am to 7 pm with extended hours during nighttime Ryman events. ryman.com
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Claim Jumper Opry Mills Mall. Celebrate special occasions, host a business lunch or gather with friends and family. Open daily for lunch and dinner, with a vast selection of freshly prepared items including fish, rotisserie chicken, baby-back pork ribs, freshly baked pot pie, specialty salads, pizzas, burgers and our famous Six-Layer Chocolate Motherlode Cake. Relax in the saloon with cocktails and Claim Jumper’s own craft beers. (615) 649-0785, claimjumper.com
Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive, Music Valley Village, across from Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand Ole Opry.
Nashville’s premier Country Music Dinner Theater features The Best of Country Music Show, with songs made famous by legendary artists and today’s superstars. See stars including Opry Star Jeannie Seely, “The Fiddle Man” Tim Watson, Diana Murrell and others. Great Southern Buffet is at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Reservations recommended. Dinner and show is $43.95, show only is $26. Tour groups welcome. (615) 885-4747, nashvillenightlife.com
Rainforest Café This unique dining concept located in Opry Mills is an adventure through a realistic indoor rainforest with lush foliage, cascading waterfalls and giant aquariums. The menu has Mexican, Italian, Cajun and Caribbean flavors, ranging from exotic to traditional. The children’s menu will please your little “wild ones.” Don’t forget to stop by the Retail Village for a wide selection of unique souvenirs! (615) 514-3000, rainforestcafe.com
The Smiling Elephant
both with great views of downtown. Open Monday –Saturday, 11 am–2:30 pm. Two Twenty • Two 2Go offers soups, salads, sandwiches, bakery items and beverages seven days a week from 9 am – 5 pm. The 2Go bar accepts orders by phone and fax. Call (615) 291-6759 or fax (615) 291-6761.
Wildhorse Saloon Historic Second Avenue, downtown. Three floors of action-packed fun, five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. Hear the hottest bands and learn the latest dance steps, with complimentary dance lessons nightly. Open for lunch every day except Monday. Open for dinner nightly. Try the award-winning barbecue and world famous fried pickles. For current concert information call (615) 902-8211 or go to wildhorsesaloon.com. Hours subject to change due to private events. 2213 8th Ave. S. (615) 891-4488
Open lunch and dinner— Mon.-Fri. Open for dinner Sat.
2213 8th Avenue South. A gem of a Thai restaurant regaled by the locals. The specialty of the house is Pad Thai. All dishes use the freshest ingredients. Enjoy exquisite food and the gentle spirit that you feel upon entering. Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday. Open for dinner on Saturday. (615) 891-4488, thesmilingelephant.com
Two Twenty • Two Grill and Catering 222 Fifth Avenue South, in the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum. Serving Southern comfort food with a twist, made from fresh, mostly local foods. Indoor and outdoor seating is available,
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360 Bistro
Great wine and food 6000 Highway 100 (615) 353-5604
Josephine
American bistro cuisine 2316 12th Avenue South (615) 292-7766
where the locals go
The 404 Kitchen Margot EatsS. with local flair Open lunch and Dining fabulous – five stars 2213 8th Ave. dinner— 404 12th Avenue South 1017 Woodland Street Mon.-Fri. (615) 891-4488 (615) 251-1404 227-4668 Open for(615) dinner Sat. Etch Miel
Silo
Gourmet farm food 1121 Fifth Avenue North (615) 750-2912
Silly Goose
Fresh and delicious 1888 Eastland Avenue (615) 915-0757
The Southern Steak & Oyster
Unique delicious creative 303 Demonbreun Street (615) 522-0685
Fresh French cuisine 343 53rd Avenue North (615) 298-3663
Giovanni Ristorante
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Rolf And Daughters
Virago
Splurge worthy Italian 909 20th Avenue South (615) 760-5932
Husk
Brilliant fresh food 37 Rutledge Street (615) 256-6565
Vestige of generations past 401 Broadway (615) 254-1892 Innovative brilliant food and wine 700 Taylor Street (615) 866-9897
Delish 150 Third Avenue South #110 (615) 724-1762
Fabulous French 3821 Green Hills Village Drive (615) 739-6900 Sushi gets stylish 1126 McGavock Street (615) 254-1902
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The Cat Shoppe 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. Unique toys, the world’s strongest catnip cigars, handmade dragonfly toys, locally made cat-scratching posts (recommended by feline behaviorist). For cat lovers: jewelry, statues, Laurel Burch purses, ceramics, books and frames. Be sure to visit the rescued cats awaiting adoption. Open Monday–Saturday 10 am– 6 pm; Sunday 1–4 pm. Call (615) 297-PURR (7877).
Cotton-Eyed Joe Located on the corner of Second Avenue and Broadway in the District, Nashville’s easy-to-find tourist hot spot. On the main floor, you are surrounded by a vast selection of gifts, souvenirs, t-shirts, jewelry and novelties at low prices. The Bargain Attic Area upstairs has close-out souvenirs, gifts, jewelry and t-shirts priced 50% off. Visit the Gift Gallery section, featuring new and unusual home decor and gift items. Tour buses welcome. Call (615) 726-3302 for more information.
Country Music Hall of Fame Museum Store 222 Fifth Avenue South. There’s no admission fee to shop the Museum Store. Here you’ll find autographed items, apparel, books, souvenirs, Hatch Show Prints, and exhibit related merchandise.
The Dog Store 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. A large selection of gifts for people in your favorite breed including mugs, frames, statues, and books. And for the special dog in your life, all natural treats, leather collars, bowls, toys and food. Open Monday–
Saturday 10 am–6 pm and Sunday 1–4 pm. Call 279-WAGS (9247).
Gas Lamp Antique Mall 100 Powell Place, across from 100 Oaks Mall in Berry Hill. Voted “Nashville’s Best Antique Mall” for the past six years in the Nashville Scene’s Best of Nashville poll, Gas Lamp Antique Mall houses 160 dealers in 25,000 square feet of space, and is open seven days a week. Antique, retro and vintage furniture and home accessories are all featured. Call (615) 297-2224. The second location, Gas Lamp Too, is located at 128 Powell Place, less than a half mile down the same street in the last building, with parking in front and also under the I-65 overpass. Call (615) 292-2250. For more information, go to the website at gaslampantiques.com.
The Great Escape Featuring a huge selection of current and outof-print DVDs, CDs, video games, comic books, records, CCG and role-playing items, posters, books, memorabilia and more. Low, low prices! Two locations: Superstore in West Nashville at 5400 Charlotte Avenue, (615) 385-2116; and near Opry Mills at 111-B Gallatin Road North at Old Hickory Boulevard, (615) 865-8052. Open 10 am–9 pm, Monday–Saturday and 11 am–7 pm, Sunday. Need cash? The Great Escape also buys!
Hatch Show Print Store 224 Fifth Avenue South. You’ll find a wide assortment of iconic and newly designed prints and posters, as well as other paper goods, Hatch logo apparel, and more. hatchshowprint.com
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Home of President Andrew Jackson, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, (615) 889-2941. A lovely selection of decorative accessories, books and videos, toys and collectibles, home décor, and gourmet gifts including Hermitage preserves and Lynchburg BBQ sauce. All proceeds from the sale of merchandise support the activities and programs of the museum.
2804 Opryland Drive. Enjoy the Grand Ole Opry experience anytime with a stop at The Opry Shop, located within the Grand Ole Opry House. It’s the place for great Opry gifts and collectibles for all ages. Open seven days a week.
The Johnny Cash Museum Store 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring Johnny Cash merchandise including t-shirts and other apparel, mugs, backpacks, tote bags, and more. Call (615) 256-1777 or visit johnnycashmuseum.com.
Opry Mills Mall Tennessee’s largest outlet and value retail shopping, dining and entertainment destination with more than 200 stores, including several first-inmarket name-brand additions. Opry Mills’ impressive roster of designer outlet stores include: Coach Factory Store, G by GUESS, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Tommy Bahama Outlet, Vera Bradley and more. Other popular value retailers include Bed Bath & Beyond, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Disney Store Outlet, LEGO, RCC Western Wear and Under Armour Factory House. Opry Mills is home to a variety of family dining and entertainment venues: Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest Cafe, Claim Jumper and Dave & Buster’s. And in true Nashville fashion, live performances and musical entertainment are regularly provided on Opry Mills’ Entertainment Stage.
65 South Located in Opry Mills Mall just steps away from the permanent home of the Grand Ole Opry, 65 South has everything Nashville all in one place, including items from The Bluebird Café, the Nashville television show and, of course, fashion apparel and accessories you need to outfit your southern style.
Opry Originals Located in the heart of downtown at 300 Broadway (Broadway at Third Avenue). Nashville’s famous “Lower Broadway” area known around the world for its honky tonks and one-of-a-kind authentic country music attractions, Opry Originals brings together the iconic roots of the Grand Ole Opry and country music’s contemporary culture for a shopping experience like no other.
Ryman Auditorium Gift Shop 116 Fifth Avenue North, (615) 458-8700. Find exclusive Ryman merchandise you can’t get anywhere else including CDs, DVDs, posters, prints, books and apparel. Make your own custom t-shirt at the all new activity station! Open seven days a week.
Wildhorse Saloon Gift Shop 120 Second Avenue North, (615) 902-8200. This nationally recognized store offers a vast selection of shirts, hats, hard goods and Nashville memorabilia.
Woodcuts Gallery and Framing 1613 Jefferson Street, (615) 321-5357 telephone and (615) 321-2134 fax. Offering hundreds of open and limited edition prints, serigraphs, original pieces, framed art, cards, figurines, and fast custom framing. woodcutsfineart.com
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trail, Lake Watauga, Centennial Art Center, historical monuments, arts activity centers, beautiful gardens, band shell, dog park, exercise trail and much more. Cheekwook Botanical Garden and Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Fine art collection includes American art, American and British decorative arts, outdoor Woodland Sculpture Trail, and the Cheek Mansion itself. Each spring brings a new outdoor
Bicentennial Mall State Park 600 James Robertson Parkway. A public park with statues, monuments, fountains, trails, bell towers, an amphitheater and home to the Nashville Farmers’ Market. Get a taste of Tennessee’s history, geology, and scenic wonder as you walk along an inscribed timeline. Each of the 31 erupting geyser fountains represent a Tennessee major river. The war monument, an 18,000-pound granite globe, floating on water and rotating, pays tribute to the Tennessee World War II veterans. Free tours Monday and Wednesday at 10 am, 1 and 3 pm. (615) 741-5280 or 888-TNPARKS. Bike the Greenway Bicycle Rentals Briley Parkway (TN-155) at Two Rivers Parkway (Exit 10). Two Rivers Park Trailhead is within minutes of Gaylord Opryland Resort, Music Valley Drive Hotels, and Nashville Airport Hotels, and offers miles of dedicated greenway. Hourly or half-day rentals. Call (615) 920-1388 or visit bikethegreenway.net to arrange your bike rental and transfer to trailhead (if needed). Carnton Plantation 1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin. Carnton Plantation, home of The Widow of the South, was a field hospital following the Battle of Franklin, fought in 1864. Plantation includes a home tour, museum, The McGavock Confederate Cemetery, a fully restored garden and slave quarters. Open 9 am–5 pm on Monday–Saturday and noon–5 pm on Sunday. Closed most major holidays. For more information, visit BattleofFranklinTrust.org. Centennial Park 2500 West End Avenue. Nashville’s premier park features the iconic Parthenon, a one-mile walking
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installation, and this year the dramatic sculptures in Jaume Plensa: Human Landscape will be on display throughout the estate’s historic grounds and Museum of Art. Open Tuesday–Sunday 9 am–5 pm. (615) 356-8000, cheekwood.org
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Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum 2222 Fifth Avenue South. YouUnique haven’t seen Gift Nashville Items if you haven’t visited the Country Music of Fame® RetroHall Clothing Star Treatment and Museum, the largest popular music museum in Western Wear the world. Experience the history of America’s mu2407 12th Ave. South Stage Wear (615) 297-4242 sic through exciting new exhibits, entertaining films, katykdesigns@bellsouth.net interactive displays, and an incredible array of coswww.katyk.com 7 Days a Week tumesphoto: and SingOpen Me Back Home, the Carieinstruments. Thompson museum’s permanent exhibit, tells the story of councont. from pg. 27 try music from its pre-commercial roots in the nineryMAN AuDiToriuM teenth century through its vibrant life today. Peruse 2003 and 2004 Pollstar Concert Industry Awards "Theater Of artifacts and memorabilia of one of country music’s The Year". Located in downtown Nashville, 116 Fifth Avenue most Ainfluential femaleLandmark, artists inthe theRyman exhibit Trisha North. National Historic continues Yearwood: The Song When,the openits more-than-100-year musicRemembers tradition by offering best in Built as a church in 1892, ingentertainment. July 3. Ronnie Milsap: A Legend In the MyRyman Time famously served as the home of the Grandawards, Ole Opryrhinefrom will feature stage costumes, various 1943-1974, and was completely renovated in 1994. By day, stone sunglasses, Braille labels, and much more. you can take a museum tour that showcases the legendThestars summer exhibition Dirtevening, Road ary who have graced its Luke stage. Bryan: Then in the Diary examine singer-songwriter’s you canwill return to thethe premier performance hall roots for oneand of many shows and concerts scheduled year-round. Travelocity rise to stardom. Fans will see stage clothes, instruhas named the Ryman one ofand the "10 coolest venues in the ments, awards, photos, world," and CitySearch.com has voted it one of the five "Best other unique memorabilia Places to Hear Live Music" in America for the third year in a fromCallBryan’s personal colrow. (615)889-3060, or log onto www.ryman.com for an lection. Dylan, Cash, And event schedule. The Nashville Cats: A New SECONd FIddLE Music lives Cityat Second will explore Tradition Fiddle. One step inside this Lower Broadway Honky Tonk you're Nashville. the magical time ofand theyou lateknow 1960s andinearly ’70s. This is what imagined to be,$24.95 great country Open dailyyou've 9 am–5 pm. Nashville Admission: adults music friendly people. Antique memorabilia (agesand 13+); $14.95 youth (agesradios 6-12);and free for chilfrom the old Country Music Hall of Fame line the walls of dren 5 and under; $22.50 seniors (ages 6 0+), stuthis real deal country music honky tonk. CMT filmed their dents, $21.50 military. to a Gold show "40AAA; Greatest Drinking Songs"Upgrade staring Wynonna Judd package tour) or Platinum package, here at The (audio Second Fiddle. And Second Fiddle was thewhich location by Tima McGraw’s Monday RCA NightStudio FootballB,Halftime alsoused includes tour of historic where Show theothers NFL 2006 season. over Visit35,000 the website at Then www. Elvis for and recorded songs. thesecondfiddle.com. shop at the Museum Store and savor a made-fromThE STAGE broADwAy scratch mealoN at Two Twenty • Two Grill and Catering. The Stage On Broadway is Lower Broadway’s hottest, edgiest Call (615) 416-2001 for more information or log onto place to party hard with all your rowdy friends. See and countrymusichalloffame.org. be seen at The Stage where there’s live country music daily and never a cover charge. Check out the huge mural of great General Jackson Showboat country music legends. And be sure to look at the original oil Climb aboard the General for painting of The Highwaymen that Jackson hangs overShowboat the front door. a unique entertainment This 300-foot Hank Williams, Jr., Pam Tillis,experience! Brooks & Dunn, Montgomery Gentry and many more of Country Music’sthe greatest have used paddlewheel riverboat cruises Cumberland The Stage for filming videos shows and TV specials. You never know River offering fantastic and delicious meals. who'll show up tonight at The Stage On Broadway. Visit the Sumptuous Southern fare as well as an entertainweb site at www.TheStageOnBroadway.com.
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Grand Ole Opry 2804 Opryland Drive. The world’s longest-running live radio show features the best in country, bluegrass, comedy and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month Thompson Square, The Willis Clan, Craig Morgan, Michael Ray, Lee Greenwood, Charley Pride, Neal McCoy, Josh Thompson, Crystal Gayle, Joe Diffie, Suzy Bogguss, Oak Ridge Boys, Terri Clark, Little Big Town (pictured), Chase Bryant, Frankie Ballard, Maddie & Tae, Phil Vassar, A Thousand Horses, David Nail, Tracy Lawrence, Craig Wayne Boyd, and more! Shows: Friday and Saturday at 7 pm. Tuesday shows through December and Wednesdays now through August 12 at 7 pm. For tickets, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Pass Tours 2804 Opryland Drive. Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400-seat venue and country’s most famous show, including themed dressing rooms,
attractions the artists’ entrance, the Opry stage, and more. Daytime tours are available seven days a week February-October featuring Blake Shelton as your video tour guide. Tours are also available following most Opry performances with video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. The Hermitage Home of President Andrew Jackson, 4580 Rachel’s Lane. A tour of this 1837 mansion by guides in period costume will enchant you. The tombs of Andrew and Rachel are located in the beautiful heirloom garden. Other historic buildings include slave quarters and the church that Jackson built for his family. Special garden and farm tours are given seasonally as well as tours through active archaeology sites. Shop the museum store for unique gifts and dine in the delightful restaurant. Admission is $19 for adults, $16 for seniors, $14 for students 13–18, $9 for children 6–12 and children under 6 are free. A family pass for 2 adults and 2 children is $45. Active military are admitted free (ID required). (615) 889-2941, thehermitage.com.
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attractions Historic Collinsville Step back in time to an era when the work was hard but satisfying, and the fun was found in simple things. From the 1830s Visitor Center to the 1870s Double-Pen Dogtrot House and in between, see what life was like when time seemed to move at a slower pace. Sixteen separate, original, perfectly restored buildings in a living history, nineteenthcentury 40-acre settlement. Self-guided, group and school tours available. Special programs and activities throughout the year. Civil War Battle Reenactment, Battle of Riggins Hill, takes place in October. Located 12 miles south of Clarksville off Hwy 48. Follow signs to site in Southside, TN. Open Thursday through Sunday 1–5 pm. (931) 6489141. historiccollinsville.com Historic RCA Studio B 1611 Roy Acuff Place, Music Row. Known as one of the world’s most important recording studios where more than 35,000 songs were brought to life, like Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” and many hits by Elvis. Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum today to learn how you can experience historic RCA Studio B. Call (615) 416-2001 or visit the website at countrymusichalloffame.com. Johnny Cash Museum 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring the largest collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia in the world, the museum has everything from his earliest childhood artifacts to the last song he wrote. Exhibits chronicle The Man in Black’s life with stunning graphics, artifacts and interactive technology and include stage costumes, instruments, personal letters, artwork and handwritten songs as well as artifacts from family members and notable friends. Experience a three-dimensional walk through the life and legend of this international icon. From handwritten lyrics for “I Walk the Line” and “Folsom Prison Blues,” to a stone wall from Johnny and June’s home in Hendersonville, this museum holds the very essence of the man. The Museum Store features the largest selection of Cash souvenirs, apparel and rare collectibles. Staff members include Cash family members and friends who love to share stories with guests. No trip to Nashville would be complete without a visit to the Johnny Cash Museum. The Bongo Java Cafe serves coffee and coffee drinks as well as gourmet cafe foods. Open 8 am–7 pm seven days a week. 26
For more information call (615) 256-1777 or see johnnycashmuseum.com. Lane Motor Museum 702 Murfreesboro Pike. Discover unique vehicles from A to Z at Lane Motor Museum. One of the few museums in North America to specialize in European cars, with over 150 cars and motorcycles on display from all over the world. “100 Years of Leyat”, is a fascinating exhibit that explores the many ideas of Marcel Leyat – from propeller-driven cars and flight trainers to his invention of an alternative method to musical notation – is on permanent display. Over 45 marques representing North and South America, Asia, and Europe – not your typical car museum! Open Thursday–Monday, 10 am–5 pm. Admission is $9 for adults, $6 for seniors (age 65+), $3 for ages 6–17, and free for kids 5 and under. Call (615) 742-7445 for more information or visit the website lanemuseum.org. The Lotz House 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin. Come to The Lotz House for the compelling story of the Battle of Franklin, the Lotz family and the fine antiques of the Civil War era. Trip Advisor’s #1 attraction in Franklin features guided tours daily. There is a value ticket available which includes Carnton Plantation and The Carter House, located across the street. For more information, call (615) 790-7190 or visit LotzHouse.com. Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive, in Music Valley Village, across the street from the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand Ole Opry. Nashville’s premier Country Music Dinner Theater features The Best of Country Music Show. Voted Nashville’s #1 Dinner Show, the show features songs made famous by legendary artists and today’s superstars. Many guest stars appear such as Opry Star Jeannie Seely, “The Fiddle Man” Tim Watson, Diana Murrell and others. There is entertainment for the entire family. The Great Southern Buffet is at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Admission for the dinner and show is $43.95, show only is $26. Don’t miss this Nashville tradition. Tour groups are welcome. Reservations recommended. Call (615) 885-4747 or go to nashvillenightlife.com. Nashville Zoo at Grassmere 3777 Nolensville Road. From African elephants and Caribbean flamingos to Bengal tigers and red pandas, Nashville Zoo is home to more than 2,100 ani-
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attractions lenging hikes for a day hiker plus flat, mulched and paved trails for those who want to just stroll and see the scenery. Wildlife and plants are abundant – it is not unusual at all to see deer, heron, ducks, turkeys and turtles during your walk.
The Parthenon Located in Centennial Park off of West End Avenue, this Nashville treasure is recognized as one of the world’s most impressive scale reproductions of an ancient classic. It houses Alan LeQuire’s magnificent 42-foot statue of Athena, the largest indoor sculpture in North America. There are also fine art exhibits in the Parthenon Museum.
Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Avenue North. Six-time winner of Pollstar’s Theatre of the Year and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of Country Music’s Venue of the Year, The Ryman continues a more than 100-year music tradition by presenting a wide variety of world-class entertainment year round. Established in 1892 as the Union Gospel Tabernacle, Ryman Auditorium is a National Historic Landmark and must see for any Nashville visitor. Most famous as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943–1974. For tickets, call (615) 889-3060, visit the Ryman Box Office, or ryman.com.
Radnor Lake State Park 1160 Otter Creek Road. A great place for an energetic hike up steep ridge trails, or a leisurely walk along paved roads, Radnor has some of the highest hills in the Nashville Basin. There are chal-
Ryman Auditorium Tours 116 Fifth Avenue North, downtown. Established in 1892 as the Union Gospel Tabernacle, Ryman Auditorium is a National Historic Landmark and must-see for any Nashville visitor. Most famous as
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attractions the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943–1974, the Ryman is the very epicenter of Music City. Take a self-guided tour and learn the fascinating story of the building’s construction as you peruse artifacts from more than a century of entertainment history. Guided Backstage Tours are available on a limited basis, check the box office for details. New expanded Gift Shop with exclusive Ryman merchandise, make-your-own t-shirt activity station as well as Café Lula at the Ryman are now open! Open seven days a week. ryman.com Tennessee State Capitol Charlotte Avenue, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues. The historic Tennessee State Capitol stands today much as it did when completed in 1859. Several areas, including the first floor hallway, library and Supreme Court chamber, have been restored to their 19th-century, Greek Revival appearance. Free guided tours leave from the first floor Information Desk every hour, with the first tour at 9 am, and the final tour at 3 pm. Self-guided tours are also available at the Information Desk. Tennessee State Museum 505 Deaderick Street, downtown. The museum’s Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation. Of special interest are Sam Davis’ boot (cut open to search for hidden papers when he was charged with spying for the Confederate Army), and an 1864 presidential campaign poster for Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. Closed Mondays. Free admission. (615) 741-2692, 1-800-407-4324; tnmuseum.org Tribute To The King 1953–1977 Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive. On Mondays and Thursdays this high-energy, live musical biography starring John Beardsley
features all six eras of the King’s career, including over 30 songs and five costume changes, and has thrilled audiences of all ages from New York to Russia. The legend lives on in Nashville’s first and only continuously running show paying tribute to the King in Music City, where he recorded over 300 songs. “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again,” raved DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer. Audiences continue to give standing ovations at every show. A must-see show while in Nashville. To order tickets, which is recommended, call (615) 758-0098. Seating at 6:30 pm. Showtime is 7 pm. Box office opens at 10 am, day of show. Plenty of free parking! thenashvilleking.com The Upper Room 1908 Grand Avenue, midtown. An active chapel and museum, The Upper Room features a nearly life-size wood carving of da Vinci’s The Last Supper. There are permanent exhibits, as well as a peaceful garden. Special seasonal exhibits include an exhibit of 100 nativity scenes during the Christmas holidays, a Madonna and Child Gallery exhibit, and a Ukrainian egg display during Lent and Easter. Come experience the tranquility of the Upper Room amid the city’s tumult. Open Monday–Friday, 8 am–4:30 pm. Closed holidays and weekends. Call (615) 340-7207 or visit upperroom.org/chapel. Wildhorse Saloon Second Avenue, downtown. The Wildhorse offers three floors of action-packed fun, five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. The Wildhorse is the place to hear the hottest bands and learn the latest dance steps with complimentary dance lessons nightly. Be sure to try the award winning barbecue and world famous fried pickles. For current concert information, call (615) 902-8200 or go to the website at wildhorsesaloon.com.
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