Upcoming Fairs and Festivals in Nashville Tennessee

Nashville Fairs and Festivals Not to be Missed!

List of upcoming festivals Not To Be Missed in Nashville! There is always something happening in Music City and we will do our best to keep you up-to-date on what is coming in the next few months. This calendar is always being updated so please check back often and tell your friends. If you know of a Fair or Festival in middle Tennessee that is not listed please let us know or post the event yourself.

Kid in Crowd enjoying a Nashville Festival

We love Fairs & Festivals!

Join Nashville while we celebrate the best local Fairs and Festivals of the season! It is a blast to watch parades and eat the specialty foods, and listen to the tunes that make our city - Music City USA!

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Saturday, June 7, 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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Sunday, May 25, 2025

Monday, Thursday, Friday, 9am to 3pm
Saturday, Sunday, 9am to 5pm

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Sunday, May 25, 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

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Friday, June 6, 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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Sunday, May 25, 2025

Festival Days: Saturdays and Sundays in May, plus Memorial Day | Hours: 10am - 6:00pm

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Sunday, May 25, 2025

Since 2010, Musicians Corner has provided free public access to live music in the heart of Music City. Located in beautiful Centennial Park, the series generally takes place in May / June and September each year.

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Tuesday, June 3, 2025

June 3-7, 2025
Live entertainment every night, food booths, arts/crafts, community involvement reps, youth sports reps, Saturday night fireworks.

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Thursday, June 5, 2025

CMA Fest June 5 - 8, 2025

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Saturday, June 7, 2025

JUNE 7 - 8, 2025

The show will take place at Smyrna Airport in Smyrna, TN.

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Saturday, June 7, 2025

June 21, 2025 | 7am - 5pm

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Saturday, June 14, 2025

Get ready for a summer like no other! The 2025 Cornelia Airpark Concerts return to Shelby Park, blending the magic of live music, local flavors, and family-friendly fun in one unforgettable experience.

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Saturday, June 14, 2025

Get ready for a summer like no other! The 2025 Cornelia Airpark Concerts return to Shelby Park, blending the magic of live music, local flavors, and family-friendly fun in one unforgettable experience.

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Thursday, June 19, 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!

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Saturday, June 28, 2025

Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 6- 9PM

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Saturday, June 28, 2025

The Star Spangled Celebration will take place on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at Nolensville High School from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

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Sunday, June 29, 2025

We have a complete list of Nashville area events to help you and your family celebrate our Independence Day this Fourth of July!

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Friday, July 4, 2025

Celebrate Independence Day 2025

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Friday, July 4, 2025

JULY 4, 2025 - 11:00 AM TO 3:00 PM
The annual Music City Hot Chicken Festival brings together the local community and visitors to celebrate the uniquely Nashville dish, Hot Chicken.

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Friday, July 4, 2025

July 4, 2025 | Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and admission is FREE. Music starts at 6:00 p.m.
This free event includes fireworks, live music, food vendors, and other fun activities for families.

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Saturday, July 19, 2025

Markets for Makers is coming back to Nashville on Saturday July 19th & Sunday July 20 th, from 11am - 5pm both says!

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Saturday, July 19, 2025

Get ready for a summer like no other! The 2025 Cornelia Airpark Concerts return to Shelby Park, blending the magic of live music, local flavors, and family-friendly fun in one unforgettable experience.

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Sunday, July 20, 2025

Our 14th Annual Jazz On The Cumberland Concert Series is held once a month on select Sundays, May through October from 5;30pm-8:00pm. We're located at Wasioto Park (formerly Nashville Cumberland Park) 592 S. First St, Nashville, Tn.

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Thursday, July 24, 2025

July 24 - 27, 2025

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Friday, July 25, 2025

Bluegrass Along The Harpeth Festival Returns To Historic Franklin

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Friday, August 1, 2025

The Williamson County Fair returns August 1 - 9, 2025!

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Friday, August 1, 2025

August 1 - 9, 2025

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Friday, August 8, 2025

“THE TOMATO: A Uniter, NOT A Divider! - Bringing Together Fruits & Vegetables.”

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Thursday, August 14, 2025

August 14-23, 2025

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Thursday, August 21, 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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Saturday, August 23, 2025

Saturday, August 23, 2025

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Saturday, August 23, 2025

Get ready for a summer like no other! The 2025 Cornelia Airpark Concerts return to Shelby Park, blending the magic of live music, local flavors, and family-friendly fun in one unforgettable experience.

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Thursday, August 28, 2025

Thursday, August 28 - Monday, September 1, 2024

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Friday, September 5, 2025

Rooted in history and tradition, The Nashville Fair brings a nostalgic fair experience with a modern spin to Nashville’s urban core.

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Saturday, October 4, 2025

October 4-5, 2025

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