365 Things To Do in Nashville

February 2, 2012

329.2. Meet ‘N 3

Meet ‘N 3 combines food trucks, local artists and music at the Nashville Farmers’ Market this Friday, Feb. 3. The event is free and open to the public. 6-9pm. Food trucks attending: Riffs Fine Street Food, The Grilled Cheeserie, Hoss’ Loaded Burgers, Smoke Et Al, Yayo’s OMG, Jonbalaya Catering, Love Shack, Blackbird Heritage, Wrapper’s Delight and The Latin Wagon. Artists: Ashwood Estates, Atelier 427, Bennett Art, Daniel Lowell Corban Handcrafted Furniture, DREGstudios! The Artwork of Brandt Hardin, Emma Klingbeil, Genevieve Joyner and Sara Thomas, HAGGARD STONE STUDIO, Kim Radford, Lindsay Farrer/Simon and Ruby, m.florita jewelry, Merry Beth Myrick/ Hardwear Merry, Shelley McCoy Art, Sheri Oneal/Inspiration Avenue Art, Barbara Gronefeld. Local band Striking Matches will perform. So, there’s food, drinks, music and art. Dinner AND entertainment. On Friday night. Night on the town!

http://nashvillefarmersmarket.org/event/meet_n_3_w_local_artists_food_trucks_nfm

Meet ‘N 3 : Nashville Farmers’ Market : February 3, 2012

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February 1, 2012

328.2. Downtown Franklin

So, it’s not technically Nashville – but just a short drive down the road. In 1995, Franklin received one of five “Great American Main Street” awards in an annual competition held by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Since then, accolades have included the “Best Small Town in Tennessee,” “America’s Most Romantic Main Street” and “One of America’s Greatest Antique Destinations.” There are unique shops and great restaurants to stroll in and out of all along Main Street. It’s cute and friendly and a lovely afternoon, just 15 miles down Interstate 65 from Nashville.

http://downtownfranklintn.com/

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January 31, 2012

327.2. Get Married @ Belmont

Want to get married but don’t want to make the big plans? Get married at Nashville’s Belmont Mansion on Valentine’s Day. Just walk in with your Tennessee marriage license (and hopeful spouse) and tie the knot! No appointment necessary. You can do an elopement-style ceremony with brief, straight-to-the-point vows and no seating, music or decorations. Or you can do a bigger (but still not as big as it could be) ceremony with seating for up to 20 guests, music and decorations. Belmont Mansion is a beautiful historic landmark in Nashville and a lovely (and easy) place to get married on the most romantic day of the year!

http://belmontmansion.com/weddings-rentals/valentines/

Day of Walk-In Weddings and Vow Renewals : February 14, 2012 : Belmont Mansion

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January 30, 2012

326.2. Bravo Gelato

mmmmm…..gelato. Bravo Gelato is a Nashville-based, family-owned gelato shop with multiple locations – Village Green Shopping Center in Green Hills, The Mall at Green Hills, Gaylord Opryland Resort and Maryland Farms. They boast more than 170 flavors and changing Flavor of the Day gelatos. They’ll let you have a sample so take advantage before you buy. It will make it harder to choose, but well worth it for your taste buds.

http://www.facebook.com/bravogelatonashville

Bravo Gelato : 4 locations – visit their Facebook page for addresses and hours.

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January 29, 2012

325.2. Homes of the Stars Tour

Gray Line Nashville’s Homes of the Stars is a very popular tour around these parts – for locals AND visitors. Nashville is home to many of music’s greatest stars and this tour takes you by their houses. See where Trace Adkins, Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood, Ronnie Milsap, Dolly Parton, Martina McBride, and Taylor Swift call home. And drive by the former homes of late performers Hank Williams Sr., Minnie Pearl and Tammy Wynette. The driver will entertain you with stories and legends of these Nashville residents as you make your way through Music City. Tours last about 3.5 hours and they do two each day. Call 615-883-5555 or 800-251-1864 or visit their website to book your tour.

http://graylinetn.com/services/sightseeing/Homes-of-the-Stars

Homes of the Stars Tour, operated by Gray Line

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January 28, 2012

324.2. Arcade Museum at Game Galaxy

Do you miss hanging out at the arcade? Wasting away an afternoon on Pac-Man, pinball, Galaga and Asteroids? Game Galaxy Arcade at Hickory Hollow Mall has all of those and many more. All your favorite games. Dig Dug, Street Fighter, DDR, Excitebike, Wrestlemania, Duck Hunt, Super Punch Out and the list goes on. They have more than 100 arcade cabinets, pinball machines, and even a pay-to-play console area for Xbox 360, PS3 and Wii. On the last Saturday of every month, they have Arcade Museum. They’re open 10am-8pm. You pay $10 and play their classic games for free all day long. So, the next one is today. They are located on the upper level of the mall near the food court.

http://gamegalaxyarcade.com

Arcade Museum at Game Galaxy : Last Saturday of every month, 10am-8pm.
Hickory Hollow Mall, Upper Level
5252 Hickory Hollow Parkway, Ste. 2005, Nashville 37013

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January 27, 2012

323.2. Oscar Night America

The Belcourt Theatre’s annual Oscar Night America is officially sanctioned by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. There’s a Patrons Party and Silent Auction with a Red Carpet. The Oscars telecast starts at 7pm on the big screens. The event sold out last year, so you’ll want to get tickets soon if you want to go. There are 5 ticket levels: Superstar, Red Carpet, Glamour, Glitterazzi and Executive Producer. The levels get varying degrees of seating, open bar access, and gift bags. Dress up like the stars do and watch the Oscars in style – at the Belcourt Theatre.

http://www.belcourt.org/events?id=78315

Oscar Night America : February 26, 2012

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January 26, 2012

322.2. We’re All for the Hall

The annual benefit concert features Keith Urban & Vince Gill with very special friends performing at Bridgestone Arena to benefit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. The very special friends? Alabama, Rascal Flatts, Lady Antebellum, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Pistol Annies, The Band Perry, The Oak Ridge Boys, Little Big Town, Thompson Square, Diamond Rio, Exile, and Blue Sky Riders. Told you they were special. The show is April 10 in Nashville. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 27 at 10am CT. They have special packages, too, if you want to meet Keith Urban or get free parking or go to an after-party – things like that.

A little bird told me that the folks over at the Visit Music City Facebook page are giving away a big prize in February with a couple nights at a Nashville hotel, tickets to the show, and maybe some other good stuff. Maybe you check it out. Maybe you win. Maybe you have an awesome time. Just saying. (The little bird said it’s not public knowledge yet, so don’t tell anyone I told you.)

http://countrymusichalloffame.org/keithurban

We’re All for the Hall Benefit Concert : Bridgestone Arena : 501 Broadway, 37203 : April 10, 2012

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January 25, 2012

321.2. Chinese Dragon New Year Celebration

2012 is the Chinese Year of the Dragon. Chinese New Year Day was January 23, 2012, and the Chinese Arts Alliance of Nashville (CAAN) is celebrating! They’ll perform a traditional Chinese Dragon Dance with their newly restored 60-foot-long dragon, using more than 20 performers. The CAAN’s Lion Dance Group and Drumming Group will also be on site for a special performance. The event will take place at Centennial Park on Saturday, January 28 at 10am. It’s free and open to the public. And definitely something you’ll want to check out.

http://www.chineseartsalliance.org/event/chinese-dragon-new-year-celebrations

Chinese Dragon New Year Celebration : January 28, 2012 : Centennial Park

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January 24, 2012

320.2. Flyte World Dining & Wine

Flyte is an unassuming little restaurant off of 8th Avenue. The fine-dining establishment offers a menu of sustainable, organic ingredients presented in a uniquely beautiful way. The dishes themselves are almost too pretty to eat. But you’d really be missing out on a tasty meal if you resisted. The menu changes with the season and with what’s available at the time. You can try one thing from the soup menu or you can try a “flyte” and get a sampling of all three. “Flytes” are also offered for other starters and wine – for those of you that just can’t decide. And they’re really accommodating for anyone that has a special diet or food allergy. Just let your server know. Check out their menu online before you go to see if it sparks your appetite. It’s not very large and it does change quite often.

http://www.flytenashville.com/

Flyte World Dining & Wine : 718 Division Street, 37203