| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | 8 off 8th: Apocalyptic LovePresented by Mercy Lounge at Mercy Lounge February 13, 2012 8 Off 8th is a great entry point into the Nashville music scene. Whether it's launching fledging acts fresh out of the garage or showcasing the latest buzz bands, 8 off 8th's rapid-fire three-song sets satisfy audiences chasing the next big thing. Sponsored by BMI, Yuengling, and New Belgium, 8 Off 8th is every Monday night and is always free! This is a 21 and up show.
This week's show features:
The Electric Hearts
Buffalo... | Mercy Lounge | 02/13/12 | Nashville |
Valentine's with Johnny MathisPresented by Nashville Symphony at Schermerhorn Symphony Center February 14, 2012 Johnny Mathis, Vocals; Scott Lavender, Conductor
Chances are this will be a Valentine’s you’ll never forget! With his unmistakable voice, Johnny Mathis is responsible for some of the most romantic songs ever recorded. When he joins the orchestra for this one-night-only evening of musical magic, he’ll sing some of his biggest hits and share songs from his latest album of classic tunes, Let It Be Me – Mathis in Nashville. | Nashville Symphony | 02/14/12 | Nashville |
Winter After-School Club at Discovery CenterPresented by Discovery Center at Murfree Spring at Discovery Center at Murfree Spring January 10-February 14, 2012 Engage in hands-on activities and experiments as you learn about biology, ecology, chemistry, and physics. Use your creativity and problem solving skills, investigate the lives of the Discovery Center animals and learn how to make cool things like paper, weather stations, terrariums, rockets and magnet cars! Plus, enjoy free time in the museum, and much more!
Winter After-School Club
Tuesdays • January 10 – February 14 • 3:00pm-6:00pm
Who:... | Discovery Center at Murfree Spring | 01/10/12-
02/14/12 | Murfreesboro |
Intimate Dinner & Show With Mandy BarnettPresented by Natchez Hills Vineyard at Natchez Hills Vineyard February 14, 2012 Love they say is one of the most beautiful feelings... Express your love on Valentine's Day with a memorable evening at Natchez Hills Vineyard. Join us as we host an intimate, romantic candlelight dinner and concert featuring the amazing Mandy Barnett (star of the Ryman's Always Patsy Cline). Don't delay - space is limited. This event will sell out!
| Natchez Hills Vineyard | 02/14/12 | Hampshire |
Valentine's Day Walk-In WeddingsPresented by Belmont Mansion at Belmont Mansion February 14, 2012 Belmont Mansion’s Director of Weddings & Rentals, Rev. Brandon Rich, will host our second annual Day of Walk-In Weddings on Valentine’s Day 2012. Couples will be able to walk-in with marriage license in hand, without making an appointment, and get married! Married couples will also be welcome to come and renew their wedding vows. Rev. Rich will provide ceremony vows and officiating services, plus our premier photographer, Ladak Productions, will be on-site with Rev. Rich... | Belmont Mansion | 02/14/12 | Nashville |
Singing ValentinesPresented by Music City Chorus January 23-February 14, 2012 This is the annual fundraiser for the Music City Chorus.... Singing Valentines.
Where we come to you with a Barbershop Quartet to blend in romantic harmony and serenade that special someone with a couple of songs, just from you. She will remember this for a lifetime… the sound of the music, the smell of the roses, and as a special touch, a video of the entire serenade is available.
For guys or gals, who have tried to find that unique Valentine’s gift this is it. | Music City Chorus | 01/23/12-
02/14/12 | Nashville |
Love Is Deaf 4Presented by Anna & Michael Webb and Douglas Corner Cafe at Douglas Corner Cafe February 14, 2012 Celebrate Valentine's Day Nashville style! Love Is Deaf returns to Douglas Corner Cafe for a fourth year. Professional musicians and songwriters take the stage with their "better" half on this special night to perform one love song of their choice as a duet and with no backing band. Who plays what and who sings what is all up to them. You'll see some of Nashville's best and brightest have a ball helping their mates experience the roar of the crowd. The performances are clever,... | Anna & Michael Webb | 02/14/12 | Nashville |
Special Valentine's Day Improv Comedy ShowPresented by Nashville Comedy Theater at The Next Level-Arts & Entertainment Mindset February 14, 2012 One of the most unique and memorable ways to spend this Valentine’s Day. We are offering the best in improvised comedy, games and more. Spend an evening laughing and appreciating the best in life and love as we bring your suggestions to life on stage. Bring that special someone, enjoy a beer or glass of champagne from the lobby, and share a laugh together. Single people are welcome as well to this yearly special event! | Nashville Comedy Theater | 02/14/12 | Nashville |
The Hollywood Kills w/ Look What I Did & Little VikingPresented by Exit/In at Exit/In February 14, 2012 The Hollywood Kills are a Nashville-based four piece led by Jonathon Jircitano's vast vocal range and deft guitar technique that teams tastefully with the keen background vocals and vigorous guitar riffs from guitarist Brent Powelson. Backed by the pulsing undertones of bassist Preston Jackson and held tightly together by the command of drummer Brandon Jenkins, The Hollywood Kills produce a seamless and... | Exit/In | 02/14/12 | Nashville |
Anti-Valentine's Day Black + White Party EXTRAVAGANZA!!!Presented by Mercy Lounge at Mercy Lounge February 14, 2012 Black + White Dance Party Extravaganza --
Music from Telecommunicators, Dance Rock Sellouts, Bobby Exodus + friends
Burlesque performances, art exhibit, photo booth, live karaoke and prizes!
Black and white attire strongly encouraged! | Mercy Lounge | 02/14/12 | Nashville |
Valentine's Dinner & Show with Chris Janson and Locash CowboyPresented by Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Nashville at Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Nashville February 14, 2012 Singer Songwriter, Chris Janson, originally a Missouri native, has been in Nashville for four years. In 2006 he signed a publishing deal with Chrysalis Music Group, and began writing songs. Chris has toured the world, with such acts as Lynyrd Skynyrd, Hank Jr, Sugarland, and Shooter Jennings to name a few.... In late 2009 he signed a record deal with Sony Music's BNA Records. His first single/music video, "Til A Woman Comes Along" is currently streaming on CMT and... | Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Nashville | 02/14/12 | Nashville |
Valentine's Dinner & Show: Buddy Greene with Ron Block & Jeff TaylorPresented by Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Franklin at Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Franklin February 14, 2012 Buddy Greene brings a wide variety of southern Americana influences to his music to create a unique hybrid of country, bluegrass, folk, gospel and traditional blues. In addition to his solid reputation as a singer-songwriter and guitarist, Buddy has established himself as on of Nashville’s finest harmonica stylists. Buddy collaborated with Mark Lowry to write Mary, Did You Know?, which has become something of a modern-day Christmas standard, with recordings by superstars from Kenny... | Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Franklin | 02/14/12 | Franklin |
| 2012 Fat Orange Tuesday | Williamson County Chapter of the University of Tennessee Alumni | 02/21/12 | Brentwood |
18th Annual Spring Craft ShowPresented by Williamson County Parks and Recreation at Longview Recreation Center March 3, 2012 Spring into Spring and choose from a variety of original handmade crafts, gifts, Easter decorations and beautiful home decor items. The Easter Bunny will be available for photos at 1:00 p.m. Chick-fil-A will be on site selling delicious food. | Williamson County Parks and Recreation | 03/03/12 | Spring Hill |
| Gypsy | Steeple Players Community Theatre | 02/16/12-
03/04/12 | Hendersonville |
| Dropkick Murphys St. Patrick's Day Tour w/ Frank Turner and the Sleeping Souls | AEG/TMG | 03/07/12 | Nashville |
President Jackson's 245th BirthdayPresented by The Hermitage at The Hermitage March 15, 2012 President Jackson's Birthday: Half-Price Admission ALL DAY! On Wednesday, March 15, 2012 The Hermitage, Home of President Andrew Jackson is proud and excited to celebrate the 245rh birthday of President Andrew Jackson. Admission is HALF PRICE all day.
| The Hermitage | 03/15/12 | Nashville |
| Main Street Brew Fest | The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson | 03/17/12 | Franklin |
St. Patty's Day FestivalPresented by Dan McGuinness Irish Pub at Dan McGuinness Irish Pub March 17, 2012 One of Nashville’s biggest nights is St Patty’s Day (Saturday, March 17, 2012). With two Dan McGuinness locations and two of Clear Channel’s biggest stations, we expect to see over 5,000 people in one day! Starting with “Kegs and Eggs” in the morning and extending late in the night with all the traditional Irish festivities, this will be the Biggest St. Patty’s Day Nashville has ever seen! | Dan McGuinness Irish Pub | 03/17/12 | Nashville |
St. Patty's Day Keg & Eggs 5K Run/WalkPresented by I Run For The Party at Tin Roof March 17, 2012 Celebrate St. Patty's Day I Run for the Party style. Join us for a fast and flat 3.1 mile run down Music Row and enjoy your post- run reward with a beer and eggs breakfast at the famous Tin Roof Bar on Demonbreun Street!
FREE STUFF!
Every participant will receive a complimentary t-shirt, collector's cup, food, and Michelob Ultra (runners over 21) | I Run For The Party | 03/17/12 | Nashville |
| 14th Annual Eggstravaganzoo and Bunny Breakfast | Nashville Zoo at Grassmere | 04/07/12 | Nashville |
Spring Art HopPresented by Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art at Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art April 7, 2012 Cheekwood is celebrating the return of spring with one of the region’s most popular family holiday events. Among the day-long entertainment and activities will be face painting, garden scavenger and Easter egg hunts, balloon artists, and crazy Easter ears.
FOOD
• Pineapple Room Restaurant • Serving Lunch from 11:am to 2:pm
Location: Restaurant & Gift Shop Building
• The Grill Cheeserie • Gourmet Grilled Sandwiches | Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art | 04/07/12 | Nashville |
Christmas 4 Kids Golf TournamentPresented by Provost at Pine Creek Golf Course April 10, 2012 The 1st annual Christmas 4 Kids Celebrity Golf Tournament presented by Prevost will take place on April 10th at the Pine Creek Golf Course in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. The annual event will be hosted by the newly-awarded ICM Bluegrass Artist of the Year recipients, brother and sister duo The Roys. “We are thrilled to lend our name to such a great organization. We love giving back, and helping kids just warms our hearts. It'll be a fun day and the best part is we are helping kids... | Provost | 04/10/12 | Mount Juliet |
To Kill A MockingbirdPresented by Steeple Players Community Theatre at Steeple Players Community Theatre April 12-April 22, 2012 Scout, a young girl in a quiet southern town, is about to experience the dramatic events that will affect the rest of her life. She and her brother, Jem, are being raised by their widowed father, Atticus, and by a strongminded housekeeper, Calpurnia. Wide-eyed Scout is fascinated with the sensitively revealed people of her small town, but, from the start, there's a rumble of thunder just... | Steeple Players Community Theatre | 04/12/12-
04/22/12 | Hendersonville |
The 71st Annual Iroquois SteeplechasePresented by The Iroquois Alliance at Steeplechase Barn in Percy Warner Park May 12, 2012 The sound of hooves pounding on turf...the sight of colorful silks flying over jumps...the scent of spring blooms carried by the balmy breeze...the taste of epicurean delicacies under the warm Tennessee sun. The Iroquois Steeplechase satisfies all the senses. Come to Percy Warner Park for the 71st running of the Iroquois Steeplechase presented by Bank of America. The Iroquois is one of the oldest, most prestigious, and most challenging steeplechase races in the country.
| The Iroquois Alliance | 05/12/12 | Nashville |
Soul of a Woman Wine TourPresented by Nashville Wine Tours at Nashville International Airport May 12, 2012 This fabulous day tour getaway for women is a celebration of the life, beauty, courage, and love that flow from the soul of a woman. Shopping, fine dining, wine tasting, great conversations, and relaxation set the stage for an unforgettable day amid the breathtaking backdrop of the wine vineyards in the Middle Tennessee countryside! *Mother's Day weekend event. | Nashville Wine Tours | 05/12/12 | Nashville |
| Frist Fridays | Frist Center for the Visual Arts | 05/25/12 | Nashville |
| Wave Country Memorial Day Kick-Off | Wave Country | 05/25/12-
05/28/12 | Nashville |
| Heaven Can Wait | Steeple Players Community Theatre | 05/31/12-
06/10/12 | Hendersonville |
| Frist Fridays | Frist Center for the Visual Arts | 06/29/12 | Nashville |
| 2021 Music City Hot Chicken Festival | Music City Hot Chicken Festival | 07/04/12 | Nashville |
| Frist Fridays | Frist Center for the Visual Arts | 07/27/12 | Nashville |
Ice DayPresented by Nashville Zoo at Grassmere at Nashville Zoo at Grassmere July 28, 2012 Looking for a chilly place to pass the "dog days of summer?" Come to Nashville Zoo and chill out with the animals! This mid-summer event is ice-packed with fun activities, including: popsicle treats for the animals, free ice cream samples for our human guests provided by Blue Bell Ice Cream, an ice cream eating contest, a water slide inflatable and much, much more!
Helpful Information: This event is included in regular admission. | Nashville Zoo at Grassmere | 07/28/12 | Nashville |
| Wave Country Summer Season | Wave Country | 06/01/12-
08/13/12 | Nashville |
| Frist Fridays | Frist Center for the Visual Arts | 08/31/12 | Nashville |
15th Annual Harvest DaysPresented by Nashville Zoo at Grassmere at Nashville Zoo at Grassmere September 22-September 23, 2012 Step back to the days of yore, and help the Zoo celebrate its favorite "past" time, Harvest Days. Taking place on the lawn around the Zoo’s Historic Home and Farm, Harvest Days is a celebration of life at harvest time in the 1800s. Crafts people and artisans will be demonstrating 19th century trades, such as yarn spinning, weaving, blacksmithing, pottery, woodcarving and more.
There will be a Civil War display, storytelling and several musical groups performing... | Nashville Zoo at Grassmere | 09/22/12-
09/23/12 | Nashville |
MACABARETPresented by Street Theatre Company at Street Theatre October 4-October 25, 2012 If you are tired of the same old Halloween fare, come to Macabaret for an irreverent, racy evening of gallows humor, song, and dance! This cabaret-style show will make you laugh ‘til it hurts with its outrageous look at the morbid and the macabre. Join your host, Phil Graves, and his cadaverous cohorts as they perform songs such as “Marriage is Murder,” “Grave Mistake,” and “Dead End Job” that deal with love gone bad, obsessions, and strange things... | Street Theatre Company | 10/04/12-
10/25/12 | Nashville |
29th Annual PumpkinfestPresented by The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson at Historic Downtown Franklin October 27, 2012 Pumpkinfest, the Heritage Foundation's annual fall festival, attracts a crowd of 50,000 local and out-of-town visitors for a full day of autumn-inspired food, children’s activities, music, storytelling, hayrides, a chili cook-off, a costume contest, All Things Pumpkin and outstanding arts and crafts from 50 vendors.
The family oriented street festival held around the public square is going green for Halloween... | The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson | 10/27/12 | Franklin |
| Franklin's Battle of the BBQ | The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson | 10/27/12 | Franklin |
Halloween Movie Night - Featuring Nosferatu with organist Tom TrenneyPresented by Nashville Symphony at Schermerhorn Symphony Center October 29, 2012 Thrills and chills galore! Organ whiz Tom Trenney returns for this annual tradition at the Schermerhorn — a screening of a scary silent movie classic, accompanied by the seat-shaking sound of the Martin Foundation Concert Organ. This year, we’re featuring Murnau’s vampire thriller Nosferatu. Come in costume and get ready to hold on to your seat! | Nashville Symphony | 10/29/12 | Nashville |
| Dickens of A Christmas | The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County | 12/08/12-
12/09/12 | Franklin |
Mrs. Bob Cratchit's Wild Christmas BingePresented by Boiler Room Theatre at Boiler Room Theatre November 30-December 22, 2012 Mrs. Bob Cratchit’s Wild Christmas Binge is a playful, cracked look at the perennial Dickens Christmas classic about mean Ebenezer Scrooge and his discovering the true meaning of Christmas through the visitation of Three Ghosts. In Duran's giddy version, the Ghost's magic is off, and Scrooge and the Ghost keep showing up at Bob Cratchit’s house way too early, where Mrs. Bob Cratchit – a long suffering saint in the Dickens – is in a state of fury, hating her life and... | Boiler Room Theatre | 11/30/12-
12/22/12 | Franklin |
Scrooge: The MusicalPresented by Towne Centre Theatre at Towne Centre Theatre November 30-December 22, 2012 book, music and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse
In 1970, renowned writer-composer-lyricist Leslie Bricusse adapted the classic Charles Dickens tale A Christmas Carol into the hit screen musical Scrooge! Now available as a charming stage musical, Scrooge! has enjoyed a hugely successful tour of England and a season at London's Dominion Theatre starring the late Anthony Newly. Included are six new songs not performed in the film. | Towne Centre Theatre | 11/30/12-
12/22/12 | Brentwood |
Handel's MessiahPresented by Nashville Symphony at Schermerhorn Symphony Center December 20-December 22, 2012 Nashville Symphony
Nashville Symphony Chorus
Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor
soloists to be announced
The Nashville Symphony and Chorus ring in the holiday season with their annual performances of Handel’s inspiring oratorio Messiah. This Baroque-era masterpiece gives expression to universal thoughts and emotions through an astonishing range of music, with moments of tranquillity, darkness and exuberance — and there’s no better place to hear it... | Nashville Symphony | 12/20/12-
12/22/12 | Nashville |
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