Events & Guides

Nashville NYE draws 100,000+ to Broadway. Hotel rooms sell out by October. The guitar drops at midnight. Here’s how to plan it before everything sells out.

Touch of Brews Nashville is September 26 at Two Rivers Mansion in Donelson. Craft beer, live music, food trucks, kids zone. $36 GA, kids 12 and under free.

AmericanaFest Nashville runs September 16–21. Free outdoor showcase at Musicians Corner September 18. Awards show at the Ryman. Here’s how to experience it with or without a wristband.

Hot Diggity Dog Fest Nashville is September 19 at Capitol View. Free admission, Top Dog contest, pet adoption orgs, food trucks. Non-retractable leashes required.

Nashville Oktoberfest 2026 runs October 1–4 at Bicentennial Mall. Beer, brats, dachshund derby, stein contest. Kids 3 and under free. Here’s everything before you go.

Nashville Predators Parking Free Lot R at Nissan Stadium with shuttle. The $10 garage two blocks away. Every option near Bridgestone Arena for Predators game nights.

Official lots run $10–$15 for First Horizon Park Parking. Street parking goes free at 6pm — perfect for 6:35pm first pitches. Here’s every option near the ballpark in Germantown.

Right on the riverfront, shared with Broadway traffic. The Music City Center garage, the free street trick after 6pm, and when to book days in advance for Ascend Amphitheater Parking.

Tomato Art Fest parking guide: where to park near East Nashville’s Five Points, street parking tips, and how to book ahead through SpotHero.

Nashville bachelor party guide — where to stay, the best bars and activities, a sample weekend itinerary, and what to book before it sells out.