Things To Do
Live on the Green
If you plan to arrive a day or two early, you can catch FREE concerts in downtown Nashville at Live on the Green
Belcourt Theatre
If you want to escape the heat check out the selection of indie movies at the Belcourt. The theater was originally built 1925 but recently underwent an extensive renovation. Located in Hillsboro Village next to great restaurants and shops.
Breakfast Recommendations
Need some suggestions for some good grub in the AM? Here are some of our favorites plus some well known local establishments Pancake Pantry 1796 21st Ave S Nashville, TN 37212 This establishment is quite popular all days of the week. Located in Hillsboro Village with plenty of small shops nearby. Fido 1812 21st Ave S Nashville, TN 37212 A few doors down from Pancake Pantry, this is a solid option for breakfast fare. The groom enjoys Sweet Potato French Toast if you are looking for a suggestion, but really you cannot go wrong. Great coffee as well. Five Daughters 1110 Caruthers Ave Nashville, TN 37204 If you want to really be festive and celebrate our special day by eating breakfast in ring form then check out this bakery. Amazing donuts, but be warned they do sell out. Located in 12 South Frothy Monkey 2509 12th Ave S Nashville, TN 37204 Well known for good coffee, this establishment also has some solid breakfast options.
Shakespeare in the Park
In the mood for the theatre? The Nashville Shakespeare Festival will be in full swing at Centennial Park. For full details visit http://nashvilleshakes.org/shakespeareinthepark.htm The Winter's Tale Directed by Santiago Sosa Shakespeare's fanciful story will be set in a fairy tale world of contrasting peoples inspired by the diverse South American cultures during the Gran Colombia era and will feature original music. Centennial Park: August 10-13, 24-25, September 2-4, 7-8, 16-17 Antony & Cleopatra Directed by David Ian Lee This taut thriller is a tale of new love in later years as well as a cautionary tale of political brinksmanship in a power struggle that brings war and ruin. Centennial Park: August 17-20, 26-27, 31 and September 1, 9-10, 14-15
Local Breweries
Nashville is home to an ever expanding number of craft breweries. Here are some suggestions on where to get started. Black Abbey 2952 Sidco Dr Nashville, TN 37204 Yazoo 910 Division St Nashville, TN 37203 Tennessee Brew Works 809 Ewing Ave Nashville, TN 37203 Bearded Iris 101 Van Buren St Nashville, TN 37208 (If you find yourself in what appears to be a vacant lot, don't worry you are in the right place)
Frist Center for Visual Arts
Museum with rotating exhibitions. Please visit their website to learn about current exhibits.
L.A. Jackson
If you are staying through the weekend then every Monday the rooftop bar L.A. Jackson has a Vinyl Night. Check out the website closer to the event for full details
Broadway/Printer's Alley
If you want the full Nashvegas experience then check out Lower Broadway and visit some of the Honkey Tonk bars. Printer's Alley is just around the corner and boasts a few bars as well, notably Skull's Rainbow Room and Bourbon Street Blues and Boogie Bar (see website for reservations: http://www.bourbonstreetbluesandboogiebar.com/)