The 8th Annual Italian Lights Festival will be held on The Bicentennial Mall State Park in Nashville, TN (location)
2017 DATES & TIMES:
8/18 Friday 2pm-10pm
8/19 Saturday 10am-10pm
8/20 Sunday 10am–10pm
8/21 Monday 10am–6pm
Upcoming Outdoor Events in Nashville Tennessee
Nashville Events being held Outdoors
One of the great things about living in Nashville is the weather. Our city fathers have seen fit to help us take full advantage of our temperate climate by holding outdoor concerts darn near every weekend of the spring,summer and fall. We have the downtown areas roped off so music stages, food vendors and pedestrians rule the road. Walk all over downtown Nashville and see stage after stage of great musicians. There is something special about holding an event outdoors, the sun, the breeze, and fresh air. Most outdoor events are Pet friendly but check with the events website to be sure. Any music events in Centennial Park will let you bring your favorite fuzzy friends. Riverfront Park events no way... Have a blast enjoying the Best Outdoor Events in Nashville.
Please follow the links to the websites to make sure dates and times are accurate and determiner if tickets need to be purchased prior to heading out.. Also some events weather can be a factor,
Outdoor Events
We are so lucky to have so many outdoor spaces for events, from downtown Riverfront to Centennial Park there are always events happening here. The hardest part is to decide between the events. Enjoy!
Upcoming Outdoor Events
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 The Nashville Zoo is open 7 days a week hours are from 9 AM to 6 PM until October 14th. This is the perfect family friendly activity that is sure to please the entire family. Consider purchasing a membership for your family. We have many exciting events daily at the Nashville Zoo. |
 The Wilson County Fair is Coming! AUGUST 18-26, 2017 the Wilson County Fair will waive its flags and banners, and wagons will lead the opening parade at 7PM on the 19th. |
 Lucky Ladd Farms is an AG-venture Fun Park: |
 Starting Friday July 21 we are hosting Local Food Trucks at Cool Springs Wines & Spirits along with our In Store Liquor Wine & Beer/CraftBeer Tastings. 21 & Over always welcomed for the store tastings. Need a bite or two with your Wine & Spirits purchases? |
 TASTE OF TENNESSEE |
 Nashville Nights is like spending a week in Nashville in one dynamic hour of entertainment. Your journey begins with traditional songs from the roots of country music. |
 Tennessee Titans play football every Sunday from August 12 until December 31st (except Oct 29th), the following dates are home games. |
 June 13-20 Fireworks on June 16 |
 Late summer brings super sweet fun for all at Lucky Ladd Farms Sweet Corn Festival! We’ll be serving up everybody’s seasonal favorite – fresh roasted sweet corn on the cob dripping with warm butter and covered in your favorite flavored seasoning. |
 Late summer brings super sweet fun for all that will have you grinning ear to ear! Test your skills and win prizes in the Corn Eating, Corn Shucking and Sweet Corn Selfie Competitions. |
 The Nolensville Farmer's Market is open every Saturday starting May 6, 2017 until October 28, 2017 from 8am-12pm at the Historic Nolensville School-7248 Nolensville Rd. |
 Musicians Corner, a program of The Conservancy for the Parthenon and Centennial Park, supports emerging artists, and provides inclusive arts enrichment and educational programming for adults and youth. |
 Arrington Vineyards hosts Music in the Vines every year from April through November every Saturday and Sunday. Saturdays from 4pm to 8pm | Sunday from 2pm to 6pmThese events are free! Come out and enjoy the vineyard grounds with family and friends. |
 Arrington Vineyards hosts Music in the Vines every year from April through November every Saturday and Sunday. Saturdays from 4pm to 8pm | Sunday from 2pm to 6pm These events are free! Come out and enjoy the vineyard grounds with family and friends. |
 Spend Saturday Night dancing (or listening) to live big band music played by some of Nashville's finest musicians. Bring a lawn chair and a blanket. |
 Enjoy a Free Live Jazz Concert in downtown Nashville in the Cumberland Park. |
 SOLAR ECLIPSE DAY |
 On Aug. 21, Clifford the Big Red Dog and Holiday Inn are teaming up to celebrate the first total solar eclipse in nearly 100 years! We hope you and your little ones will join us at the Holiday Inn Nashville – Vanderbilt to experience this unique celestial event. |
 Monday, August 21, 2017, the moon will pass in front of the sun, casting its shadow across all of North America. Certain areas of the country however, will be in the direct path of the shadow to view the TOTAL eclipse. |
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 A once in a lifetime event will be highlighted at the Capitol Theatre in Lebanon Tn. |
 Join Safe Harbor at the Training Center (3585 Hwy 76, Cottontown) for a once in a lifetime viewing event! |
 FREE Admission for all ages: Fun field day activities, Inflatables, Live entertainment, Food Trucks, & Vendors! Come and join millions as we watch an historical moment that comes once in a lifetime. Special eyewear must be worn to view the eclipse. |
 Monday, Aug. 21, 2017 | ~11:58 a.m. to 2:54 p.m. |
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