Upcoming Adult Focused Events

Adult Focused Events in Nashville Tennessee

Don't get the wrong idea, Adult Focused Events just means that there might be a more adult clientele and maybe that alcohol will be served. A lot of these events also have Kid Zones so please check the details of the event before making up your mind. Upcoming Events that have a more adult / grownup focus are listed here. Check the event website to see if those under 18 or 21 will even be admitted to the event.

Millers Thrillers

Haunted Woods & Zombie Paintball

Upcoming Adult Focused Events

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Saturday, September 27, 2025

Friday, Saturday, Sunday 4th Weekend of the Month

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Friday, August 29, 2025

Live Music every day
We have live music every single day and our known for having the most talented musicians on Lower Broadway! We allow entry to all ages before 9 PM then everyone must be 21+ after 9 PM to be onsite.

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Saturday, September 6, 2025

For the Love of Art plan to attend the First Saturday Art Crawl in downtown Nashville art galleries. One of the most popular monthly events. Enjoy both local and world-renowned artists in our amazing art galleries.

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Friday, August 29, 2025

See website to book tickets.

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Friday, August 29, 2025

Check The Nashville Palaces website for this weeks live music performances.

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Friday, August 29, 2025

​Third Coast Comedy Club is the only brick-and-mortar comedy club in Nashville dedicated to improv comedy with improv shows every week. Our Third Coast Comedy Show is cast from improvisers trained all over the country (LA, NYC, and Chicago).

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Thursday, August 28, 2025

Nightly at 7:30 PM

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Thursday, August 28, 2025

World-class burlesque on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights beginning at 11:00pm. Shows are standing room only. Cover charge of $20 cash starts at 9pm.

We do not accept reservations for burlesque shows.

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Friday, August 29, 2025

Our Nashville Public Party Tractor Tour, we plow through Downtown Nashville in our climate-controlled party wagon for approximately 75 minutes of nonstop fun, dancing and partying.

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Friday, December 19, 2025

3rd Weekend of December
Indoor/Outdoor Market
Merry & Bright

Dates: 
Monday, September 1, 2025

Produced by The Downtown Clarksville Association, First Thursday Art Walk is a free, self-guided tour that combines visual art, live music, engaging events and more in the heart of Downtown Clarksville. Held each month from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Dates: 
Friday, September 5, 2025

First Friday of Each Month
The first Friday of each month, the Franklin Art Scene includes dozens of sites dispersed through an area thriving with spots listed on the National Register of Historic Places in downtown Franklin.

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Friday, August 29, 2025

Open every day, year round, EXCEPT Thanksgiving day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

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Friday, August 29, 2025

7 Day a Week

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Friday, August 29, 2025

Andrew Jackson's Hermitage is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, with the last entrance at 5 p.m.

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Thursday, August 28, 2025

Thursday & Friday | 7 PM
Join Lee Rascone Sr & Lee Rascone Jr., when they host weekly songwriter's nights in Nashville, TN at Millennium Maxwell House.

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Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Every Tuesday
Ultimate Comedy Open Mic at The East Room!!! FREE! Doors at 7. Sign ups between 7-8. Drawing for slots at 8. Must be present at 8 to accept a slot if you get drawn. Show at 830.

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Friday, August 29, 2025

THE MUSICIANS ARE PERFORMING LIVE ON STAGE AGAIN!

We are excited to continue our live music program at the brewery taproom.

Dates: 
Friday, October 10, 2025

The Boro Art Crawl is a bimonthly event, that meets the second Friday of every EVEN month from 6-9pm in Murfreesboro, TN.

Dates: 
Friday, August 29, 2025

Tours of the Belle Meade Mansion include: Mansion Tours, Grounds Tours, Battleground Tours, Family Tours and Wine & Bourbon Tours. Check website for a complete list of tours.

Open Daily: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Central)

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Thursday, August 28, 2025

Sudekum Planetarium is a state-of-the-art 63-foot dome theater with an unparalleled projection system. Our showtimes include planetarium shows, laser shows, and featured events like concerts.

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Friday, August 29, 2025
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Thursday, August 28, 2025
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Wednesday, September 3, 2025

1st Wednesday of Month

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Friday, August 29, 2025

Monday - Saturday

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Friday, August 29, 2025

Retro Arcade - Play all day for a flat rate.

Check their Facebook page for Closed Dates which usually includes Major Holidays. Please check before you go.

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Friday, August 29, 2025

Nosey Flynn is the preeminent Nashville-based Irish music group. With a repertoire of songs dating from the 13th century to the present, there isn’t a style of Celtic music Nosey Flynn cannot play.

Dates: 
Friday, August 29, 2025

Enjoy Live Music at 3rd & Lindsley Nashville

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Friday, August 29, 2025

Nightly Live Music - check out their calendar for details.

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Friday, August 29, 2025

Friday & Saturday Nights | See Website for exceptions on date & times

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Friday, August 29, 2025

Tour Hours:
Monday thru Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Sunday from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Last tour begins at 3:30pm - Closed All Major Holidays

Dates: 
Friday, August 29, 2025

We are Open for River Trips Today!

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Friday, August 29, 2025

The Haunted Hearse Tour allows you to sit back and relax (if you can) in our 10-passenger converted Hearse and enjoy a 60-minute riding tour of some of Nashville’s most haunted buildings.

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Thursday, September 18, 2025

This FREE concert series on the Square, presented by All Access Coach Leasing begins June 19 and takes place every Third Thursday through Sept. 18. June 19 will feature American Idol contestant and The Voice Season 18 finalist Thunderstorm Artis!

Dates: 
Saturday, August 30, 2025

An Evening of Magic and Comedy with Magician Jason Michaels. As seen on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, Huckabee, TEDx & The New York Times.

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Thursday, August 28, 2025

There is something effortlessly elegant about an afternoon aperitivo. As the sun begins to dip and the pace of the day slows, it is the perfect moment to unwind with a crisp spritz, a chilled glass of wine, or a bitter-sweet cocktail in hand.

Dates: 
Saturday, August 30, 2025

Every Saturday and Sunday until 2 p.m., M.L.Rose serves up 2-for-1 mimosas and Bloody Marys alongside brunch favorites like our S.E.C. Sandwich, Lemon Blueberry French Toast and Chick’n Biscuit!

Dates: 
Thursday, August 28, 2025

oin Condado Tacos for Happy Hour from 3–6 p.m. Monday through Friday for $1 off all draft beer and $27 house margarita pitchers.

Dates: 
Friday, August 29, 2025

Thursdays-Sundays, August 21-September 21 and Labor Day Monday, September 1

The Merry Wives of Windsor Directed by Beki Baker

The Yard at ONEC1TY (8 City Blvd, Nashville, TN 37209)

*ASL Interpreted Performance TBA

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Thursday, August 28, 2025

Thursday, August 28 - Monday, September 1, 2024

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Friday, September 5, 2025

September 5-7, 2025

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Friday, September 5, 2025

The Aroma Labs, a custom perfume company where guests design their own signature scents, is celebrating the grand opening of its first Nashville location.

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Saturday, September 6, 2025

September 6, 2025

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Saturday, September 6, 2025

Saturday, September 6 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. (or until sold out)

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Monday, September 8, 2025

Before Fall officially arrives, soak up the final days of summer on White Limozeen’s patio with a Trovador Inspirado industry happy hour and open swim.

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Tuesday, September 9, 2025

As the curtain falls on Americanafest, the spotlight shifts to Cross-Eyed Critters in the lobby of The Graduate. On Saturday, September 14, Critters is hosting an unofficial afterparty featuring a special post-Americanafest Song Share Session.

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Saturday, September 13, 2025

Hatch Show Print; $75 per adult; Limited to 12 adults; No experience necessary.

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Saturday, September 13, 2025

SLUSH Motorsports Festival, sponsored by Elite Customs, is the “Playground for Car Enthusiasts.” This event brings together drivers and fans for an exhilarating experience both on and off track.

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Saturday, September 13, 2025

Saturday, September 13, 2025 ~ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for some good-time music and community-focused fun at the 6th annual Folk n’ Bluegrass Fest at Historic Rock Castle.

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Saturday, September 13, 2025

Discover the bold character and stunning diversity of Sicilian wines in this guided tasting experience.

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Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Treat yourself to an Afternoon Tea at Café 29. Tableside service features a selection of seasonal teas, savory bite-sized sandwiches, and freshly baked sweets for parties of 2 or 4 people.

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Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Join us at Breeden’s Orchard September 17-21 for our annual Apple Fest, a weekend dedicated to all things apple. From the crisp bite of fresh apples to the sweet aroma of apple cider donuts, it's a celebration of autumn’s favorite fruit!

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Thursday, September 18, 2025

Join us on Thursday, September 18, as Liquor Lab teams up with another local favorite! East Nashville-based Cherries Cocktail Bar, will be stepping into the lab to mix, stir and shake a few of their fan favorite cocktails.

Dates: 
Friday, September 19, 2025

Friday & Saturdays | September 13 – November 2, 2024 | 7 p.m. – midnight | and Halloween 7 p.m. – 10:30

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Friday, September 19, 2025

Fall Lantern Hikes
Friday, September 19, 2025
Hike Time: 7 - 9 pm

Friday, October 31, 2025
Hike Time 6 - 8 pm

Cost: $18 / person

Ages 12+. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

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Friday, September 19, 2025

Embrace the spirit of the season with Liquor Lab’s Fall Cocktails experience, where we delve into the rich and cozy world of autumn-inspired drinks.

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Saturday, September 20, 2025

Saturday, September 20, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Honorary Chairs:
Denise and Milton Johnson

Co-Chairs:
Vickie and Howard Mertz
Marie and Charles Sueing
Angela and Brian Wright

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Friday, September 26, 2025

September 26 - 28, 2025

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Thursday, October 2, 2025

ARTSVILLE is an annual Art Festival in Clarksville Tennessee debuted in 2021. The festival features a variety of artist creating live for all the community to see. From 3D Chalk Art to Mural and sculpture Art the sky is the limit.

Dates: 
Thursday, October 2, 2025

October 2nd – 5th, 2025

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Saturday, October 4, 2025

Bill Lloyd, Don Henry & Buddy Mondlock
October 4: 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm (Concert 6 PM)

Tickets: $30/person or $150/carload (up to 6 people per vehicle)
Reserved seating (limited quantities): $150/picnic table

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Thursday, October 9, 2025

Nashville Predators Home Game See Preds Website for dates and times.

Dates: 
Thursday, October 9, 2025

FLOWER magazine's Nashville showhouse enlists 23 high-profile interior design firms to create inspirational interiors within a legendary Belle Meade home that will open to the public for tours from October 9-26, 2025 (Thurs-Sun).

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Saturday, October 11, 2025

October 11, 18 and 25; November 1, 8 and 15, 2025
all hikes begin 9:30am
Cost $15/hiker

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Saturday, October 11, 2025

Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 2 pm to 8 pm

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Friday, October 17, 2025

October 17-19, 2025
Each tour incorporates a historical tour of the Two Rivers Mansion and the 1802 House with various paranormal occurrences discussed.

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Saturday, October 18, 2025

October 18, 2025 @ 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Saturday, October 25, 2025

Fall is the best time to plant!

Choose from a selection of native seeds, perennials, trees, shrubs, grasses and vines.
Quantities are limited. Stock is subject to change. All sales are final.

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Saturday, October 25, 2025

Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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Saturday, October 25, 2025

Experience the heartfelt sounds of country music legend Gene Watson live in concert! Join us at Harken Hall for an unforgettable evening on Saturday, October 25 at 7:30 PM.

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Saturday, November 29, 2025

Saturday, November 29, 2025
The Full Belly is a fun and competitive race benefiting Shelby Park and Bottoms and raising money for neighbors in need during the holiday season.

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Thursday, May 14, 2026

May 14-16, 2026
The Franklin Noon Rotary Club brings bronc riding, bull riding, barrel racing, and roping to middle Tennessee every May. Family & Friends come together for fun times.

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