Free Events in Nashville Tennessee

Upcoming Free Events in Nashville TN

Free & Frugal in Nashville! Everyone loves FREE and finding FREE EVENTS is even better. Enjoy yourself at these upcoming events in Nashville and Middle Tennessee without having to pay to attend. Keep in mind there might be items to buy or donations being accepted to help pay for the event. Please check their website for complete details.

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Free Concerts in Nashville's Centennial Park

You can find free concerts and events in Nashville's Centennial Park quite often. The park is always open and free to the public but on the weekends it comes alive with bands, songwriters, and events that are family and pet friendly.

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Saturday, August 2, 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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Saturday, June 14, 2025

Every Saturday 11-11:45 AM
Kidsville at the Parthenon is a FREE weekly program that combines storytelling, educational activities, arts & crafts, musicians and special guests & more!

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Saturday, June 21, 2025

Join us for Kidsville at the Parthenon on select Saturdays each month from 11 to 11:45 AM. Families with children ages 12 and under can enter the Parthenon for free on select dates and times.

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Tuesday, July 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.

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Friday, July 4, 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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Thursday, June 19, 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, June 17, 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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Saturday, June 21, 2025

Feed The City is a monthly volunteer opportunity where individuals come together at a local venue to make lunches for people in need. The lunches consist of sandwiches, chips, and fruit.

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Friday, August 8, 2025

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

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Tuesday, July 1, 2025

On the second Saturday of each month, join Bagelshop and Donelson Run Club for a “Saturday Bagel Run” at 8 a.m. — stop on by for a 3 mile run (or walk) through the Lincoya Hills neighborhood before enjoying some community and delicious bagels.

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Join us at The Outfield on Chestnut Street for local fruits, veggies, fresh baked goods, artisan made goods, food court, live music and special events!

WEEKLY every Wednesday 4-7pm May-October!

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Saturday, June 14, 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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Thursday, June 26, 2025
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Sunday, June 15, 2025

A great way to spend Fathers Day in middle Tennessee.

Happy Father’s Day

Food available from Simply Living Life all-day

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Sunday, June 15, 2025

Sun Jun 15, 2025 10:00am - 5:00pm

Special Event Day - Father's Day

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025

The Countrypolitan + Step Country Dance are joining forces again this month to bring you an evening of FREE Country Swing lessons. This event is perfect for dancers of all backgrounds and experiences, no partner necessary.

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Thursday, June 19, 2025

Juneteenth615 returns to historic Fort Negley Park!

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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 21, 2025

For INTERESTED and CURRENT Fosters: Want to meet other dog and cat fosters, level up your foster game, and enjoy some drinks with new friends?

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Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Nobody puts Baby in the corner—especially not at Pont Neuf. Join the team for Le Movie Night screening of Dirty Dancing, in partnership with Trovador Inspirado Rum.

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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

Friday, July 4, 2025 | 4:00 PM - Fireworks at Dusk
Theme: Stars, Stripes and Squirtguns

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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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Friday, July 25, 2025

Bluegrass Along The Harpeth Festival Returns To Historic Franklin

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Friday, July 25, 2025

Always held the 4th weekend in July, Bluegrass Along the Harpeth was started in 1991 and has had several homes in Franklin over the years. Most recently it has made it's home on the town square.

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Thursday, August 28, 2025

Join Vanderbilt's Music Cognition Lab on August 28th from 5-7pm for a FREE annual community event designed to invite you into our research and to showcase the work of the lab around music in health.

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