| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | 104-5 The Zone's SportsFestPresented by 104-5 The Zone at Nashville Convention Center June 23, 2012 The 3rd Annual SportsFest returns to the Nashville Convention Center on Saturday, June 23, 2012. Celebrate all things sports with lots of vendors and representatives from your favorite sports teams. Plus a great speaker series and more. There will be plenty of family fun!
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Tennessee Titans
MTSU …and more to... | 104-5 The Zone | 06/23/12 | Nashville |
| 10th Annual Catfish Rodeo | Cumberland River Compact | 06/09/12 | Nashville |
| 11th Annual Music City Brewer's Festival | Music City Brewer's Festival | 07/28/12 | Nashville |
13th Annual Down the Garden Path Garden Tour Presented by Lupus Foundation of America, Mid-South Chapter at Headquarters at Corner of Belle Meade Blvd. and Honeywood Ave. May 19-May 20, 2012 The 13th Annual Down the Garden Path Garden Tour & Plant Sale benefitting the Lupus Foundation of America, Mid-South Chapter, is Saturday, May 19th and Sunday, May 20th. Go behind the scenes to tour nine of Nashville's most exquisite, private gardens. Proceeds from the tour benefit the Lupus Foundation of America, Mid-South Chapter.
The mission of the Lupus Foundation of America, Mid-South Chapter is to improve the diagnosis and treatment of lupus, support individuals and... | Lupus Foundation of America, Mid-South Chapter | 05/19/12- 05/20/12 | Nashville |
| 13th Annual Latin Dance Festival | Global Education Center | 06/01/12- 06/03/12 | Nashville |
14th Annual Grand Old Dulcimer Club FestivalPresented by Grand Old Dulcimer Club and Buchanan Log House at Buchanan Log House May 20, 2012 A traditional day of musical fellowship. Tradition continues with a DULCIMER DAY PICNIC and celebration of the mountain dulcimer with outstanding performances by dulcimer professionals, local area dulcimer groups and jammin' on the porch. Houston's will be on the grounds for food and drink as well. | Grand Old Dulcimer Club | 05/20/12 | Nashville |
| 18th Annual RC Moon Pie Festival | Bell Buckle Chamber of Commerce | 06/16/12 | Bell Buckle |
2012 Bellevue Community Picnic Presented by KrogerPresented by Bellevue Chamber of Commerce at Bellevue Red Caboose Park Amphitheatre May 19, 2012 The 35th annual Bellevue Community Picnic Presented by Kroger is set for Saturday, May 19. Thanks to Applebee’s, the fireworks are back! The entertainment is better than ever, thanks to “Larry’s Country Diner” and Sam’s Club! And thanks to Nashville Smiles and Pinnacle Financial Partners there will be more games, rides and activities for kids of all ages!
The “2012 Bellevue Community Picnic Presented by Kroger” also features a day of live... | Bellevue Chamber of Commerce | 05/19/12 | Nashville |
2012 Billboard Country Music SummitPresented by Billboard at Cannery Ballroom June 4-June 5, 2012 Two days of provocative discussion of issues critical to success for all stakeholders in the country music business, including panels, keynotes and roundtables on sponsorships, publishing/songwriting, touring, recording, radio, digital/social, artist development, and how to build, maximize and sustain careers. Networking opportunities, superstar artist Q&As, and showcases make the
3rd Annual Billboard Country Music... | Billboard | 06/04/12- 06/05/12 | Nashville |
| 2012 City of Hope Celebrity Softball Challenge presented by Staples | City of Hope | 06/09/12 | Nashville |
| 2012 Music City Hot Chicken Festival | Music City Hot Chicken Festival | 07/04/12 | Nashville |
2012 Wilson County FairPresented by Wilson County Fair at James E. Ward Agricultural Center August 17-August 25, 2012 Tennessee’s largest fair, the Wilson County Fair, features rides and games, exhibits, delicious food, contests, Demolition Derby, Tractor and Truck pulls, lawn mower racing and various fun events.
Wilson County Fair's mission is to promote, encourage, and stimulate the civic welfare and betterment of Wilson County, Tennessee, and the surrounding geographical area, through the promotion, ownership... | Wilson County Fair | 08/17/12- 08/25/12 | Lebanon |
| 23rd Annual White Oak Crafts Fair | Arts Center of Cannon County | 09/08/12- 09/09/12 | Woodbury |
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 |
| 31st Annual Native American Indian Association Pow Wow & Fall Festival | Native American Indian Association | 10/19/12- 10/21/12 | Hermitage |
| 34th Annual TACA Fall Craft Fair | Tennessee Association of Craft Artists - TACA | 09/21/12- 09/23/12 | Nashville |
| 35th Annual Uncle Dave Macon Days Festival | Uncle Dave Macon Days | 07/13/12- 07/15/12 | Murfreesboro |
3rd Annual HHV Car ShowPresented by Hip Hop in the Ville July 21, 2012 Come out on Saturday, July 21 at 2:00pm to the old Bell Forge Movie Parking Lot Theater, located at 5400 Bell Forge Lane East, Antioch,TN for the 3rd Annual HHV Car Show. Cars, trucks and vans can register for $5.00 at hiphopintheville.com, Hifi Buys (3724 Nolensville Pike, Nashville) or 12 Gauage Audio (1009 Gallatin Ave, Nashville,TN). | Hip Hop in the Ville | 07/21/12 | Antioch |
42nd Annual American Artisan FestivalPresented by American Artisan Festival at Centennial Park June 15-June 17, 2012 In 2012, the festival will host the work of 165 exhibitors from 35 states across America. Each has been selected for excellence within their medium including jewelry, pottery, wood, blown glass, photography, clothing, metal, outdoor furniture, toys, candles, batiks, handmade paper, leather, hats and more. Find an incredible gift for Dad, or the perfect gift for yourself – there is amazing artistry this year and something for everyone.
Each year we make sure to have some of... | American Artisan Festival | 06/15/12- 06/17/12 | Nashville |
| 74th Annual Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration | Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration | 08/22/12- 09/01/12 | Shelbyville |
Annual Jack Daniel's World Championship Invitational BarbecuePresented by Jack Daniel Distillery at Lynchburg Square October 27, 2012 There is nothing quite like the fourth Saturday of October in Lynchburg, Tennessee. That’s when thousands of people head to the Hollow for the annual Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue, an event that began in 1989 and is today considered one of the most prestigious barbecue competitions in the world. Teams from across the United States and around the world compete in the... | Jack Daniel Distillery | 10/27/12 | Lynchburg |
Artfusion 2012Presented by Arts Council of Williamson County at The Factory at Franklin June 8-June 10, 2012 Featuring 60 artists in mediums such as painting, jewelry, ceramics, mixed media, wood, glass, sculpture, and more!
Opening Wine Reception takes place on Friday, 06/08 from 6:00pm until 9:00pm. Sponsored by Del Rio Wine & Spirits, the reception features music by the two-time Grammy winning production team of Drew Ramsey and Shannon Sanders as "Meat & 3". | Arts Council of Williamson County | 06/08/12- 06/10/12 | Franklin |
| Artober 2012 | Metro Arts | 10/01/12- 10/31/12 | |
| Beethoven is Back! "Emperor" Piano Concerto | Nashville Symphony | 06/22/12 | Nashville |
| Beethoven is Back! Beethoven's Ninth | Nashville Symphony | 06/30/12 | Nashville |
| Beethoven is Back! Beethoven's Triple Concerto | Nashville Symphony | 06/15/12 | Nashville |
Bonnaroo 2012Presented by Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival at Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival June 7-June 10, 2012 The 11th year of the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival will take place Thursday, June 7, through Sunday, June 10. Bonnaroo is a four-day, multi-stage camping festival held on a beautiful 700-acre farm in Manchester, Tennessee every June. It brings together some of the best performers in rock and roll, along with dozens of artists in complementary styles such as jazz, Americana, hip-hop, electronica, and... | Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival | 06/07/12- 06/10/12 | Manchester |
Brew at the ZooPresented by Nashville Zoo at Grassmere at Nashville Zoo at Grassmere June 1, 2012 Nashville Zoo and Rhizome Productions are teaming up for Brew at the Zoo on Friday, June 1. Animals, live music, local food trucks, and 75 craft beers are on tap at this unique after-hours, adults only event.
At Brew at the Zoo, guests can wander the Entry Village, Festival Field and African Savannah exhibit areas while sampling beer from more than 25 craft breweries. The Zoo’s hyacinth macaw, meerkat,... | Nashville Zoo at Grassmere | 06/01/12 | Nashville |
Celebration of NationsPresented by Sister Cities of Franklin & Williamson County, TN, Inc. at O'More College of Design September 29, 2012 This unique affair will consist of 25 - 30 cultural booths featuring ethnic food and wares. There will be performances throughout the day along with the showing of international films. All booths will provide an authentic sensory representation of one or more cultures. Funds from the festival will be utilized to support cultural student exchange opportunities, global travel scholarships for students within Williamson County, and the various global/cultural missions of each... | Sister Cities of Franklin & Williamson County, TN, Inc. | 09/29/12 | Franklin |
Clarksville Writers ConferencePresented by Clarksville Arts and Heritage Development Council at Austin Peay State University June 7-June 8, 2012 The Eighth Annual Clarksville Writers Conference features two days of excellent writing workshops and presentations with MARSHALL CHAPMAN, TRACY BARRETT, ALICE RANDALL, SENA JETER NASLUND, AMANDA AUCHTER, PEGGY DeKAY, KEVEN McQUEEN, A. SCOTT PEARSON, CHUCK SAMBUCHNIO and MARIANNE WALKER; a keynote banquet with Pulitzer Prize-winner ALEX S. JONES; and consultations with literary agents DEBBIE CARTER and BARBARA SCOTT. For... | Clarksville Arts and Heritage Development Council | 06/07/12- 06/08/12 | Clarksville |
Clay County FairPresented by Clay County Chamber of Commerce at Downtown Celina June 5-June 9, 2012 Join Clay County for the 2012 Clay County Fair this June 5th through 9th. Gates open at 4:00pm! It will be Family Fun for the Young & Old, including Exhibits, Agricultural Products, Entertainment and Fun Events for all ages. Come join us at the Clay County Recreation Complex Fairgrounds to celebrate won't you? | Clay County Chamber of Commerce | 06/05/12- 06/09/12 | Celina |
| CMA Music Fest: Dierks Bentley, Alan Jackson, Martina McBride, Scotty McCreery, Rascal Flatts, and more | Country Music Association - CMA | 06/10/12 | Nashville |
| CMA Music Fest: Fan Alley - Thursday through Sunday | Country Music Association - CMA | 06/07/12- 06/10/12 | Nashville |
| CMA Music Fest: Jason Aldean, Glen Campbell, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, Zac Brown Band, and more | Country Music Association - CMA | 06/07/12 | Nashville |
| CMA Music Fest: Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Faith Hill, Kenny Rogers, Little Big Town, Hunter Hayes, and more | Country Music Association - CMA | 06/09/12 | Nashville |
| CMA Music Fest: The Band Perry, Brantley Gilbert, Jake Owen, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, and more | Country Music Association - CMA | 06/08/12 | Nashville |
| CMA Music Fest: The Buckle - Thursday through Sunday | Country Music Association - CMA | 06/07/12- 06/10/12 | Nashville |
CMA Music Festival 2012 ft. Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, Faith Hill, Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley, and morePresented by Country Music Association - CMA at LP Field June 7-June 10, 2012 CMA Music Festival is the ultimate destination for Country Music fans from around the globe, featuring non-stop concerts, autograph signings, celebrity events, and more. In 2011, Nashville's signature music event celebrated 40 years of providing unique artist/fan interactions since starting as Fan Fair® in 1972. Plans are underway for surprises and special events to commemorate the occasion.
Slated to perform at the 2012 CMA Music festival: ... | Country Music Association - CMA | 06/07/12- 06/10/12 | Nashville |
CMA Music Festival 2013Presented by Country Music Association - CMA at LP Field June 6-June 9, 2013 CMA Music Festival is the ultimate destination for Country Music fans from around the globe, featuring non-stop concerts, autograph signings, celebrity events, and more.
Slated to perform at the 2013 CMA Music festival: TBA.
CMA Music Festival 2013 four-day ticket packages include:
Star-packed NIGHTLY CONCERTS at LP Field, home of the Tennessee Titans
DAILY CONCERTS at Riverfront Park, including early... | Country Music Association - CMA | 06/06/13- 06/09/13 | Nashville |
Country Throwdown Tour 2012Presented by The Woods Amphitheater at Fontanel at The Woods Amphitheater at Fontanel July 8, 2012 Country Throwdown Tour 2011 will make a highly anticipated stop in Nashville on Sunday, July 8 when top country acts and emerging singer/songwriters take the stage at The Woods Amphitheater at Fontanel for a one-of-a-kind-festival experience.
The only tour of its kind in the world of country music features Gary Allan, Sunny Sweeney, Corey Smith, Eric Paslay, Jonathan Singleton and the Grove, Drake White,... | The Woods Amphitheater at Fontanel | 07/08/12 | Whites Creek |
Creativity Moves NashvillePresented by Playing By Air Productions at Belmont University - Black Box Theatre in Troutt Theatre Complex May 24-May 27, 2012 Creativity Moves Nashville is a 4-day event that will bring the Nashville community together around a vision of giving back through creativity. The event serves as a catalyst for creative professionals, entrepreneurs, non-profits and the entire community to develop lasting programs and relationships that will shape and transform the city throughout the year.
The event features a half-day conference and networking for creative leaders and non-profit organizations, city-wide creative... | Playing By Air Productions | 05/24/12- 05/27/12 | Nashville |
Crossroads Celebrity ConcertPresented by Grand Ole Opry at Grand Ole Opry House July 12, 2012 One of Country's top hit-makers/Songwriter Jamie O'Neal, Metropolitan opera star Kallen Esperian, and Broadway lead-Lawrence Hamilton join artistic director Martha Wright, Dr. Sandra Snow, members of the Nashville Symphony and the fabulous Crossroads Children's Chorus for a night at the Grand Ole Opry... | Grand Ole Opry | 07/12/12 | Nashville |
Cumberland River Dragon Boat FestivalPresented by Cumberland River Compact at Riverfront Park September 29, 2012 A fun, unique cultural event featuring adrenaline-pumping action, dragon boat racing grows in popularity each year. Teams of 20 paddlers, a drummer and steerer race in authentic Hong Kong-style, 46-foot-long dragon boats, often wearing costumes. All ages, skill levels and physiques can participate, making it the ultimate team building sport, requiring synchronicity and finesse, more than power to win. Mayor Karl Dean calls this cultural festival and boat race the city’s premiere river... | Cumberland River Compact | 09/29/12 | Nashville |
| Dickens of A Christmas | The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County | 12/08/12- 12/09/12 | Franklin |
Fall Folk Festival & Buchanan MarketplacePresented by Buchanan Log House at Buchanan Log House September 15, 2012 Join the Buchanan Log House for a Free Early 19th Century Gathering featuring interactive activities and demonstration.
Many guests dress in period costumes for this special occasion. There will be a visit from President Abe Lincoln. Of course, you won't want to miss the following: Quilting, Weaving, Spinning, Country Dancing, Candle Making, Stitching, Embroidery, Basket Weaving, Blacksmithing, Soap Making, Wood Carving, and... | Buchanan Log House | 09/15/12 | Nashville |
| Franklin Wine Festival | Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee | 10/19/12 | Franklin |
| Franklin's Battle of the BBQ | The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson | 10/27/12 | Franklin |
Friends of Haiti 2012Presented by First Church of the Nazarene at First Church of the Nazarene May 19, 2012 This event is to celebrate recovery and say thank you to friends and partners from the Nashville community for the support and ongoing efforts to help hurting families in Haiti. First Church of the Nazarene’s “Friends of Haiti” has been a leader in Haiti relief for the past two years in Nashville and FOH is a community event. There will be games and entertainment for children and adults, good food, and information about how to assist in Haiti relief. Proceeds from the... | First Church of the Nazarene | 05/19/12 | Nashville |
Future Break OutdoorsPresented by Southern Word at Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art May 19, 2012 This event features the work of poet Bill Brown and other top youth and adult writers.
In Future Break, Nashville's writers, musicians, & thinkers come together for 7 unique performances to determine the city's future 10 to 10,000 years from now. Presented by Southern in collaboration with the Frist Center for Visual Arts, Nashville Public Library, Sigourney Cheek Literary Garden at Cheekwood, and Dark Horse Theater, the performances will be a series of staged monologues,... | Southern Word | 05/19/12 | Nashville |
Goodguys Rod & Custom Association 7th Nashville NationalsPresented by Goodguys Rod & Custom Association at LP Field May 18-May 20, 2012 The Goodguys return to Music City, USA for three big days of spring time hot roddin! The Goodguys 7th Nashville Nationals held at LP Field, the home of the Tennessee Titan’s features a giant show & shine and a Super Sunday Get-Together for late model American made or powered cars on Sunday May, 20th. See over 1,500 ’72 & earlier rods, customs, muscle cars, trucks & classics, vendor exhibits, swap meet & Auto Trader Classics Cars 4 Sale Corral, Goodguys AutoCross,...
Check for Discount Ticket | Goodguys Rod & Custom Association | 05/18/12- 05/20/12 | Nashville |