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ter months. See the new stars, superstars, and leg- this month’s feature ends of country music on the stage where many of them got their start and some are experiencing the Old Town Trolley Tours thrill for the very first time. Artists scheduled to ap- Downtown (See map pages 18-19). Don’t Just pear this month include Alison Krauss, Old Crow Visit Nashville…Relive It! Join Old Town Trolley Medicine Show (pictured), Marty Stuart, Chris Tours for a 12 mile, Hop On – Hop Off Tour of Young, LOCASH, and more! For Opry tickets and Music City. Enjoy colorful anecdotes, humor- information visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. ous stories and well researched historical facts on the 100 minute tour. With 15 convenient DECEMBER 1-3 stops along the route, guests can disembark Carter House Candlelight Tour and enjoy attractions, shopping and dining. Franklin. Various locations include the historic Lotz Discover Music Row, Marathon Motor Works, House, Carter House, Carnton Plantation, St. Paul’s the Riverfront, Ryman Auditorium, Country Episcopal Church, Cummins House, and Clouston Music Hall of Fame, Broadway – Honky Tonk Hall. Costumed reenactors representing historic Row, the Parthenon and much, much more! Franklin figures offer a view into 19th-century tradi- Old Town Trolley Tours is the “attraction that tional holiday life. The tour, from 6–8 pm, demon- takes you to the attractions.” 100% Money strates the rich heritage of Franklin and highlights Back Guarantee. 201 Broadway, (615) 258-5924. creative ways to celebrate, decorate and enjoy the trolleytours.com blessings of the season. DECEMBER 1-3, 5-10, 12-17, 19-24, 26-31 Holiday Lights at Cheekwood Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art, 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Delight in the joy of the holiday season with one million lights illuminating the gardens for the prettiest winter stroll of the season. Advance tickets recommended. Real reindeer, holiday carolers, and s’mores pits abound. Santa will be there on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings! cheekwood.org DECEMBER 1-JANUARY 1 FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS A Country Christmas TUESDAYS through December 12 Gaylord Opryland Hotel, 2800 Opryland Drive. Opry at the Ryman The magic of the Christmas season comes to life The show moves downtown to its most famous for- with more than two million twinkling lights. Get mer home, the historic Ryman Auditorium, for the in the spirit of the season as you discover the winter months. Opry at the Ryman shows are per- unique and festive décor around every bend. The formed every Friday and Saturday in December, outdoor Nativity display features special lighting plus Tuesdays through December 12. Since 1925, effects and an audio rendition of the biblical story country’s best have mesmerized audiences at the of the birth of Christ. Take a free self-guided tour Opry, the show that made country music famous. of stunningly decorated Christmas trees through- While performances from both legendary enter- out the resort. Numerous country artists and tainers and the latest country music acts are the other celebrities will have specially decorated norm, when you go to the Opry, you’ll also enjoy trees featured. Walk through our signature holi- bluegrass bands, comedy, and more. The show day attraction, ICE! featuring A Charlie Brown moves downtown to its most famous former Christmas, 2 million pounds of colorful interac- home, the historic Ryman Auditorium, for the win- tive ice sculptures and four ice slides. Race your

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4 friends and family down Nashville’s only five-lane events tubing hill covered in 1.5 million pounds of real snow at Arctic Plunge Snow Tubing. Through stocked with packaged goods from local millers, Dec. 25: Grand Ole Opry members Diamond Rio makers and bakers. Hours: Friday Preview Market perform holiday hits to a beautiful meal. Through 6–9 pm, Saturday 10 am–5 pm. porterflea.com Dec. 27: Cirque Dreams Holidaze will light up DECEMBER 9 the Grand Ole Opry House, featuring over 300 Music City Winterfest costumes, 20+ of the world’s best acts, original Centennial Park. Experience a winter wonderland music and seasonal favorites. Through Jan. 1: filled with 100+ craft vendors, train and carriage Glacier Glide Ice Skating under the stars on our rides, Santa’s Village, kids activities, local choirs 6,000-square-foot outdoor ice rink. and bands, food trucks, beer gardens, snowball DECEMBER 2 fights, and more! Make your own s’mores, let your Rudolph’s Red Nose Run pet off the leash in our pop-up pup park, enter the Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way. Wear your merry Winter Beard Competition, play in the kid’s zone, best for Rudolph’s costume contest! Music City’s and take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus them- most festive 5K invites elves, grinches, and sugar selves! Free. musiccitywinterfest.com plum fairies to light the way for Santa’s arrival at the DECEMBER 9 Nashville Christmas Parade. This family-friendly Planetarium Laser Shows event is perfect for runners, walkers, and joggers Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley of all ages and abilities. rudolphrednoserun.com Boulevard. Enjoy watching a wide array of mu- DECEMBER 2 sic brought to life with incredible fulldome Nashville Christmas Parade digital imagery, brilliant lasers and millions Downtown, Broadway and North First Avenue. of stars! Three laser shows each evening fea- The Musical Mile parade will begin at 8:30 am ture a different soundtrack. See a single show with NHL veteran Mike Fisher serving as Grand or make it a full evening and buy tickets for all Marshal. Arrive early and stay late! Come prepared three shows! ElectroPop at 8:30 pm; Jukebox with warm clothes, warm drinks, a cozy blanket and Heroes at 9:30 pm; Led Zeppelin at 10:30 pm. folding chair. nashvillechristmasparade.com adventuresci.org DECEMBER 2, 4, 8, 19, 21, 30 DECEMBER 9-10 Nashville Predators Games Dickens of a Christmas Festival Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Enjoy NHL Historic Downtown Franklin. Travel back 150 hockey in Smashville on December 2 vs. Anaheim years to the time of Charles Dickens at this free Ducks; December 4 vs. Boston Bruins; December street festival. Some 200 musicians, dancers 8 vs. Vegas Golden Knights; December 19 and characters will fill the streets, including sev- vs. Winnipeg Jets; December 21 vs. Carolina eral from Charles Dickens’s stories. Expect to see Hurricanes; December 30 vs. Minnesota Wild. All and interact with the nefarious Fagin from Oliver games start at 7 pm. predators.nhl.com Twist; Jacob Marley, Ebenezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim Cratchit with his parents from A Christmas DECEMBER 5 Carol; and of course, a Victorian Father and Titans Football Mother Christmas with treats for children. Dress Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way. Come cheer on the in Victorian costume encouraged. Come decked Tennessee Titans December 3 vs. Houston Texans; out in holiday style to capture your perfect family December 24 vs. Los Angeles Rams; December 31 photo. A magical addition to this year’s festival is vs. Jacksonville Jaguars. titansonline.com an ice skating rink located in the square. Hours: 10 DECEMBER 8, 9 am–5 pm on Saturday and 11 am–4 pm on Sunday. Porter Flea historicfranklin.com The Nashville Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Avenue. This DECEMBER 15 free indoor Holiday Flea is a modern handmade Nashville Bike Party market that provides open access to more than Parthenon Field, Centennial Park. These slow-rides 100 talented, jury-selected vendors. Thousands sponsored by Team Green venture through town, of one-of-a-kind gifts, some the city’s finest food stopping at landmarks and restaurants or brew- trucks and the Porter Pantry, an artisan food market 5 events followed by the marching bands from the Music City Bowl participating schools! musiccitybowl.com eries. Meet at 6:45 pm, Ride out at 7 pm. Check DECEMBER 29 Bcycle App for Nashville B-cycle rentals onsite. Music City Bowl DECEMBER 15-17 Nissan Stadium , 1 Titans Way. The game begins Nashville Flea Market at 3:30 pm with a variety of activities prior to kick Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Avenue, off. Head over to First Avenue and Broadway for (615) 862-5016. Indoors and outdoors! You’ll find the Pep Rallies and Tailgate Party starting at 12 a huge variety of gifts, antiques, collectibles, noon, and a free pregame concert 1–2:30 pm. jewelry, arts and crafts, tools, housewares, hand- musiccitybowl.com made clothing, and hundreds of thousands of DECEMBER 31 other items each month, at one of the top ten Jack Daniel’s Music City Midnight: New flea markets in the country. Dealers and ven- Year’s Eve in Nashville dors from 30 states offer their wares to the buy- Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. Ring in the ing public. Admission is free; parking $5. Friday new year and rock out the old with thousands of 8 am–5 pm; Saturday 7 am–6 pm; Sunday 7 am– your closest friends at one of the world’s biggest 4 pm. nashvilleexpocenter.org New Year’s Eve parties. This free event boasts a DECEMBER 28 star-packed lineup that includes Keith Urban, Music City Bowl Hot Chicken Eating World Maren Morris, Cheap Trick, Carly Pearce, Championship & Battle of the Bands Jonny P, and the Fisk Jubilee Singers. The tra- First Avenue and Broadway. Free Event! Come ditional Music Note Drop and accompanying out and watch both amateur and professional eat- fireworks display will ring in the New Year against ers compete to be the Hot Chicken Eating World the backdrop of the iconic State Capitol build- Champion, starting at 4 pm. At 5 pm, join other ing and unique view of the Nashville skyline. fans for a special performance by a selected guest visitmusiccity.com

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9 performing arts 100. Nashville’s original barn and most unique dining and entertainment experience offers ite characters from Fayro, Texas come together to a premium buffet and professional theater. make the holiday hilarious. pull-tight.com The story of George Bailey and his wonder- DEC 1-3, 6-10, 13-17, 20-22 ful life in Bedford Falls remains a timeless fa- A Christmas Story ble of dreams, disillusionment, and the power Andrew Johnson Theater, Tennessee Performing of love. Performances Thursday, Friday and Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Nashville Saturday nights; Thursday and Sunday matinees. Repertory Theatre presents this all-American holi- dinnertheatre.com day classic, based on humorist Jean Shepherd’s DECEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 31 memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s. The Music of Nashville: A Magical Journey Ah, the holidays! Spending time with family, enjoy- Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive. ing home cooked meals and singing carols. But in Join the incredible cast and band in a historical 60 Ralphie Parker’s family, your mouth gets washed year ride through some of Nashville’s biggest hits, with soap, the neighbor’s dogs devour your oven- and the stories behind them! From Hank Williams, fresh turkey and those carols are replaced with Patsy Cline, George & Tammy, Conway & Loretta, choruses of “You’ll shoot your eye out.” Because Kenny & Dolly, through Wynonna, Garth Brooks, nothing says Christmas like a leg lamp, pink bunny George Strait, Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert and pajamas and sticking your tongue to the frozen Taylor Swift, this show brings exciting entertain- flag pole! nashvillerep.org ment unlike any other. Performed by hot up-and- DECEMBER 1-3, 7-10, 14-17 coming artists who are backed by a fantastic first- Winter Wonderettes call Nashville band, they will bring you to your feet! The Larry Keeton Theatre, 108 Donelson Pike. Tickets available online, day of show or call (615) Expect high-quality thrilling performances and 969-6349. themusicofnashville.com scrumptious dining. Dinner seating is one hour DECEMBER 2, 3 prior to start of show. thelarrykeetontheatre.org Mr. Popper’s Penguins DECEMBER 1-3, 7-10, 14-17, 21-23 Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton. With It’s A Wonderful Life: The Musical money tight and no houses to paint till next spring, Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Highway Mr. Popper is stuck at home daydreaming of Arctic

especially for kids Wishing Chair Productions Story Kidsville Story Time Inside The Time at the Downtown Library Parthenon Nashville Public Library Children’s Theatre, 615 2500 West End Avenue. Every Saturday from Church Street. Limited free parking for 1-1/2 11–11:45 am, ages 12 and younger will explore hours in the library’s parking garage. Each show a different theme and create a related piece of is 30 minutes, showtimes 10:30, 11:30 am. art. kidsvilleonline.org nashvillepubliclibrary.org Dec. 2: Hear that the Parthenon and our body Dec. 1, 2 shapes have a lot of similarities; make your own Sailors and Maidens exercise plan. A pleasing brand of puppet storytelling and variety show recommended for ages 5-12, but all Dec. 9: Come hear the Greek myth of Pandora are welcome. who struggled to be patient and not open a present; make a present with a special gift Dec. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 inside. A Child’s Calendar John Updike’s collection of poems for children Dec. 16: Musicians from Nashville’s contempo- is transformed into a delightful musical puppet rary classical music ensemble Intersection will show that takes us through the seasons month interact with kids and explore how new music by month. Recommended for ages 2-8, but all can expand our minds and ears; make a craft are welcome. inspired by the music.

10 adventures, while Mrs. Popper must scrimp and save just to put beans on the table. But with the unex- pected arrival of a spirited penguin named Captain Cook, the Poppers have a snowdrift in the living room and a dozen delightful penguins living in the PLAYLIST house. It’s a flipper-flapping musical tale that will 2017 EXHIBIT LINEUP make you believe in the power of ingenuity and de- termination. nashvillechildrenstheatre.org DECEMBER 2, 3, 9, 10, 15-17, 21-23

Nashville’s Nutcracker TIM Mc GRAW Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts a n d FAITH HILL Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Celebrating 10 OPENING NOVEMBER 17, 2018 years of awe-inspiring magic and dazzling holiday cheer, Nashville’s Nutcracker will ring in the season with additional characters and all-new magical elements. A truly local production through and AMERICAN CURRENTS: through with clever nods to the city’s sparkly past, THE MUSIC OF 2016 Nashville’s Nutcracker epitomizes the holiday sea- OPEN THROUGH FEBRUARY 11, 2018 son in Music City. Concept, story treatment and choreography by Nashville Ballet artistic director and CEO Paul Vasterling. nashvilleballet.com DYLAN, CASH, AND THE NASHVILLE CATS: DECEMBER 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 A NEW MUSIC CITY Bye Bye Liver: The Nashville Drinking Play OPEN THROUGH FEBRUARY 18, 2018 Blue Bar and Rack Room, 1911 Broadway. This fast- paced sketch comedy takes a satirical look at the drinking culture every Saturday night. Audience members participate in Would You Rather, Name LYNN ANDERSON: That Tune, and more. byebyeliver.com/nashville KEEP ME IN MIND OPEN THROUGH JUNE 24, 2018 DECEMBER 5, 12, 20 The Doyle and Debbie Show Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. This hilarious love letter to the country music community and its SHANIA TWAIN: stars is hysterical, and the music is finely-crafted. ROCK THIS COUNTRY The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton, OPEN THROUGH JULY 15, 2018 have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off beautifully. Tickets: $20, 7 pm. doyleanddebbie.com DECEMBER 6, 13 Music City Roots LORETTA LYNN: BLUE KENTUCKY GIRL The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road. OPEN THROUGH AUGUST 5, 2018 Jim Lauderdale hosts Wednesday’s weekly live acclaimed roots and Americana music variety radio show, showcasing Nashville’s rich music scene. musiccityroots.com DECEMBER 8, 9 Ear Candy: Musical Treats for the Holidays Hope Park, 8001 US-70S. Nashville in Harmony is Tennessee’s first and only musical arts organization #PressPlayRecord • #CMHOF50 • @CountryMusicHOF specifically created for people of all sexual orienta- CountryMusicHallofFame.org • Downtown Nashville tions, gender identities, gender expressions, and their allies. With a mission to “use music to build 11

MKTG_Key Magazine Nov-Dec Pickup_17.indd 1 10/13/17 9:45 AM performing arts Nashville’s longest running improv troupe features live and video sketch comedy. musiccityimprov.com community and create social change,” NiH brings DECEMBER 28 people together within both the LGBT community Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by and the community at large. nashvilleinharmony.org Chip Davis DECEMBER 14, 16, 17, 19-21 Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Cinderella Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Experience the Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton. Back by magic as the spirit of the season comes alive with popular demand! This sparkling holiday confection the signature sound of Mannheim Steamroller. brims with humor, romance, and spectacular the- Their holiday CDs have become synonymous with atrical effects. All the iconic elements one would Christmas! tpac.org hope to see are here; hilarious stepsisters, wise DECEMBER 21 fairy godmother, amazing transformations, delicate Poet’s Corner featuring Allison Boyd pumpkin coach, beautiful ball gown, a handsome Scarritt Bennett Center. Join fellow poetry enthusi- Prince, the striking clock, a desperate flight and, of asts for a monthly reading by a featured local poet. course, a delicate glass slipper left behind in the Free and open to the public. scarrittbennett.org snow – all lovingly designed, carefully crafted, and beautifully played. nashvillechildrenstheatre.org DECEMBER 22, 23 Musicians Corner Christmas DECEMBER 15 City Winery Nashville, 609 Lafayette Street. Two Music City Improv evenings of Christmas cheer and several wonder- Third Coast Comedy Club, Marathon Village, ful Nashville artists will perform holiday classics. 1310 Clinton Avenue. This high octane show from musicianscornernashville.com

art crawls as a center for art. Galleries open 6–9 pm, with trolleys making a continuous loop 6–10 pm. pend your evening at an art crawl! nashvilledowntown.com/play s Area galleries offer rare opportunities DECEMBER 2 to view diverse exhibitions featuring many Arts & Music at Wedgewood/Houston genres of artwork. Some venues present live Minutes from downtown, Wedgewood/ music, and many serve complimentary wine Houston is rich with art and music culture. and light hors d’oeuvres. These monthly Check out groundbreaking art from the artist gatherings are an opportunity to meet the run spaces on Chestnut Street to the commer- artists, buy and support their work. cial galleries on Hagan Street along with pop- DECEMBER 1 ups, beginning at 6 pm. am-wh.com Downtown Franklin Friday Art Crawl DECEMBER 9 Charming shops and galleries, live music and East Side Art Stumble refreshments make Franklin a great place to East Nashville. Galleries, businesses, and stu- be 6–9 pm. A $5 unlimited trolley ticket runs dios stretch across the neighborhoods of East all night to take guests from spot to spot. Nashville and Inglewood. Saturday event from franklinartscene.com 6-9, rain or shine. eastsideartstumble.com DECEMBER 2 DECEMBER 23 Downtown Nashville Saturday Art Jefferson Street Art Crawl Crawl The crawl happens up and down Jefferson, Fifth Avenue of the Arts, Historic Arcade, starting at the Garden Brunch Cafe near Rosa Eighth Avenue, Broadway. The festive at- Parks and ending at One Drop Ink Tattoo at mosphere and participating venues located Jefferson and 28th. The monthly event en- along Fifth Avenue of the Arts to the Historic gages community and highlights art along Arcade to Eighth Avenue to Broadway wel- this historic art corridor as well as the North come you to experience downtown Nashville Nashville Community. facebook.com/jsactn

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Aquarium Restaurant Claim Jumper Opry Mills Mall. Sensational seafood in a unique Opry Mills Mall. Celebrate special occasions, host setting. Dine around a 200,000 gallon tank featur- a business lunch or gather with friends and family. ing more than 100 species of colorful tropical fish Open daily for lunch and dinner, with a vast selec- including sharks and stingrays. Delicious menu tion of freshly prepared items including fish, rotis- selections from burgers to seafood platters. After serie chicken, baby-back pork ribs, freshly baked your meal, visit the Treasure Chest Gift Shop. pot pie, specialty salads, pizzas, burgers and our fa- You’ll want to make Aquarium part of your next mous Six-Layer Chocolate Motherlode Cake. Relax outing, field trip, birthday party or special event. in the saloon with cocktails and Claim Jumper’s Reservations recommended. (615) 514-FISH, own craft beers. (615) 649-0785, claimjumper.com aquariumrestaurants.com Joe’s Crab Shack Café Lula at the Ryman 123 Second Avenue South. Joe’s Crab Shack offers 116 Fifth Avenue North. 615-458-8700. Café Lula a variety of favorites from all parts of the sea and is now open! Located just outside the Ryman’s shore. From its extensive menu, guests can choose main entrance with floor to ceiling glass windows from buckets of seasonal seafood, fried shrimp on three sides and a covered patio, Café Lula puts platters and fish dishes, as well as options from the you in the middle of the excitement. The menu “mainland” that include steak, sandwiches, and features fresh, healthy fare with an emphasis on chicken. Come eat at Joe’s and be a part of a fun rotisserie cooking and locally sourced ingredients experience! (615) 242-2722, joescrabshack.com available for both dine-in and grab-and-go service. Open daily 7 am to 7 pm with extended hours dur- Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater ing nighttime Ryman events. ryman.com 2416 Music Valley Drive, Music Valley Village, across from Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand

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Ole Opry. Nashville’s premier Country Music menu showcases a continental twist on American Dinner Theater features The Best of Country classics. Premium cocktails and an eclectic beer Music Show, with songs made famous by leg- and wine list complement the award winning cui- endary artists and today’s superstars. See stars sine. Skull’s pays homage to the entertainment of such as “Opry Star” Jeannie Seely, “Hee Haw’s” yesteryear with burlesque and live music nightly. Shotgun Red, “Rising Star” Zach Janson, Diana Etta James, Elvis Presley, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Murrell and others. Great Southern Buffet is at Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings, 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Reservations Joni Mitchell, Jerry Lee Lewis, and comedian Andy recommended. Dinner and show is $45.95, show Griffith have all graced the original checker-board only is $28. Tour groups welcome. (615) 885-4747, stage. skullsrainbowroom.com nashvillenightlife.com The Smiling Elephant Nudie’s Honky Tonk 2213 8th Avenue South. A gem of a Thai restau- 409 Broadway. The world famous Nudie’s Honky rant regaled by the locals. Their mission is to serve Tonk on Broadway resides in a 100-year-old his- healthy, authentic Thai cuisine at a reasonable toric three-story building housing millions of price. The specialty of the house is Pad Thai. All dollars of rare country music memorabilia, cos- dishes use the freshest ingredients. Enjoy exqui- tumes, multiple bars, two stages featuring live site food and the gentle spirit that you feel upon music and Southern style comfort food for guests. entering. Open for lunch and dinner Monday Open 11 am–3 am daily, this attraction features through Friday. Open for dinner on Saturday. the longest bar in Music City at over 100 feet. (615) 891-4488, thesmilingelephant.com nudieshonkytonk.com

Rainforest Café 2213 8th Ave. S. Open lunch and dinner— This unique dining concept located in Opry Mills (615) 891-4488 Mon.-Fri. is an adventure through a realistic indoor rainfor- Open for dinner Sat. est with lush foliage, cascading waterfalls and gi- ant aquariums. The menu has Mexican, Italian, Cajun and Caribbean flavors, ranging from exotic to traditional. The children’s menu will please your little “wild ones.” Don’t forget to stop by the Retail Village for a wide selection of unique souvenirs! (615) 514-3000, rainforestcafe.com Skull’s Rainbow Room 222 Printers Alley. Skull’s Rainbow Room is a tribute to David “Skull” Schulman and the former fine dining establishments of Nashville’s historic Printers Alley. Chef Gannon Leary’s critically acclaimed

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Nashville has various shopping pockets cats awaiting adoption. Open Monday–Saturday all around the city. 10 am–6 pm. Call (615) 297-PURR (7877). In addition to great vacation memories, you’ll be itching to buy something to take home from Cotton-Eyed Joe Nashville! Visit the gift shops located in museums, Located on the corner of Second Avenue and venues and other memorable attractions. Check Broadway in the District, Nashville’s easy-to-find out the different indoor and outdoor malls, and tourist hot spot. On the main floor, you are sur- enjoy shopping Downtown, Midtown, in the Gulch, rounded by a vast selection of gifts, souvenirs, Marathon Village, Elliston Place, 12South, 8th t-shirts, jewelry and novelties at low prices. The Avenue, Hillsboro Village, Green Hills, Sylvan Park, Bargain Attic Area upstairs has close-out souve- Berry Hill, East Nashville, Music Valley, and more ar- nirs, gifts, jewelry and t-shirts priced 50% off. Visit eas throughout and surrounding Music City. the Gift Gallery section, featuring new and unusual home decor and gift items. Tour buses welcome. The Cat Shoppe Call (615) 726-3302 for more information. 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. Unique toys, the world’s strongest catnip cigars, handmade The Dog Store dragonfly toys, locally made cat-scratching posts 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. A large selec- (recommended by feline behaviorist). For cat lov- tion of gifts for people in your favorite breed in- ers: jewelry, statues, Laurel Burch purses, ceram- cluding mugs, frames, statues, and books. And for ics, books and frames. Be sure to visit the rescued the special dog in your life, all natural treats, leath- er collars, bowls, toys and food. Open Monday– Saturday 10 am–6 pm. Call 279-WAGS (9247).

The Great Escape Featuring a huge selection of current and out- of-print DVDs, CDs, video games, comic books, • Hard to find toys records, CCG and role-playing items, posters, books, memorabilia and more. Low, low prices! • Books, purses, statues Two locations: Superstore in West Nashville at 5400 Charlotte Avenue, (615) 385-2116; and near Purr-fect Opry Mills at 105 Gallatin Road North at Old Hickory Boulevard, (615) 865-8052. Open 10 am–9 Gifts for pm, Monday–Saturday and 11 am–7 pm, Sunday. Cats & Need cash? The Great Escape also buys! • Toys their • Breed Specific Gifts Hatch Show Print Store People 224 Fifth Avenue South. You’ll find a wide assort- Rescued Where all the ment of iconic and newly designed prints and Cats & posters, as well as other paper goods, Hatch logo Kittens cool dogs and apparel, and more. hatchshowprint.com for their people go. adoption The Hermitage Museum Store GS Home of President Andrew Jackson, 4580 Rachel’s 9.WA ) 615.297 615.27 Lane, (615) 889-2941. A lovely selection of decora- PURR (9247 tive accessories, books and videos, toys and col- (7877) lectibles, home décor, and gourmet gifts including 2824 Bransford Avenue Hermitage preserves and Lynchburg BBQ sauce.

22 All proceeds from the sale of merchandise sup- items from The Bluebird Café, the Nashville tele- port the activities and programs of the museum. vision show and, of course, fashion apparel and accessories you need to outfit your southern style. The Johnny Cash Museum Store 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring Johnny Cash Opry Originals merchandise including t-shirts and other apparel, Located in the heart of downtown at 300 Broadway mugs, backpacks, tote bags, and more. Call (615) (Broadway at Third Avenue). Nashville’s famous 256-1777 or visit johnnycashmuseum.com. “Lower Broadway” area known around the world for its honky tonks and one-of-a-kind authentic The Nashville Collection country music attractions, Opry Originals brings 120 Second Avenue North. Your shop for great together the iconic roots of the Grand Ole Opry gifts and Nashville collectibles for all ages. and country music’s contemporary culture for a shopping experience like no other. Opry Mills Mall Tennessee’s largest outlet The Opry Shop and value retail shopping, 2804 Opryland Drive. Enjoy the Grand Ole Opry dining and entertainment experience anytime with a stop at The Opry Shop, destination with more than located within the Grand Ole Opry House. It’s the 200 stores, including several place for great Opry gifts and collectibles for all first-in-market name-brand ages. Open seven days a week. additions. Opry Mills’ im- pressive roster of designer outlet stores include: Ryman Auditorium Gift Shop Coach Factory Store, G by GUESS, Michael Kors, 116 Fifth Avenue North, (615) 458-8700. Find ex- Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue clusive Ryman merchandise including CDs, DVDs, OFF 5TH, Tommy Bahama Outlet, Vera Bradley posters, prints, books and apparel. Make your own and more. Other popular value retailers include custom t-shirt at the activity station! Open seven Bed Bath & Beyond, Build-A-Bear Workshop, days a week. Disney Store Outlet, LEGO, RCC Western Wear and Under Armour Factory House. Opry Mills is The Tennessee Museum Store home to a variety of family dining and entertain- Fifth Avenue and Deaderick Street. The perfect ment venues: Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest place to shop for Tennessee crafts, jewelry, books, Cafe, Claim Jumper and Madame Tussauds Wax toys and other items. Discount offered to museum Attraction. And in true Nashville fashion, live per- members, state employees and military personnel. formances and musical entertainment are regularly provided on Opry Mills’ Entertainment Stage. Woodcuts Gallery and Framing 1613 Jefferson Street, (615) 321-5357 telephone 65 South and (615) 321-2134 fax. Offering hundreds of open Located in Opry Mills Mall just steps away from the and limited edition prints, serigraphs, original permanent home of the Grand Ole Opry, 65 South pieces, framed art, cards, figurines, and fast has everything Nashville all in one place, including custom framing. woodcutsfineart.com

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ADVENTURE SCIENCE CENTER tells the story of country music from its pre-com- 800 Fort Negley Boulevard. Start your Nashville mercial roots in the nineteenth century through its adventure at Middle Tennessee’s premier science vibrant life today. Open daily 9 am–5 pm. Package center! Adventure Science Center delivers inno- upgrades available, and be sure to include a tour vative, dynamic learning ex- of historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis and others periences that open minds recorded over 35,000 songs. Shop the Museum to the wonders of science Store and savor a made-from-scratch meal at Two and technology, fostering a Twenty•Two Grill and Catering. (615) 416-2001, better understanding of our- countrymusichalloffame.org selves and the world around us. From awe-inspiring displays of 6.5 million stars FRIST CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS under the 63-foot Sudekum Planetarium dome to 919 Broadway. There is always something to marvel immersive experiences in the new Virtual Reality over in the spacious galleries of this magnificent studio, the Science Center provides a place where art deco building. Stop by the gift shop for a fabu- people of all ages can discover science together. lous array of art prints, books, educational materi- Open 10 am-5 pm daily. Closed Thanksgiving and als, art supplies, clothing, blown glass, pottery, and Christmas. Admission and ticket information is jewelry made by local and regional artisans. The available at adventuresci.org. (615) 862-5160 café is open for brunch, lunch, snacks, and dinner on Thursday and Friday evenings. fristcenter.org CARNTON PLANTATION 1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin. Carnton GRAND OLE OPRY Plantation, home of The Widow of the South, was 2804 Opryland Drive. The world’s longest-run- a field hospital following the Battle of Franklin, ning live radio show features the best in country, fought in 1864. Plantation includes a home tour, bluegrass, comedy and more. Being held at the museum, The McGavock Confederate Cemetery, historic Ryman Auditorium in downtown Nashville a fully restored garden and slave quarters. Open during the winter months, artists scheduled to 9 am–5 pm on Monday–Saturday and noon–5 pm appear this month include Alison Krauss, Old on Sunday. Closed most major holidays. boft.org Crow Medicine Show, Marty Stuart, Chris Young, LOCASH, and more! Shows: Friday and Saturday CENTENNIAL PARK at 7 pm, Tuesday shows through December 12, 2500 West End Avenue. The city’s premier park also at 7 pm. For tickets, visit opry.com or call features the iconic Parthenon and statue Athena, (615) 871-OPRY. a one-mile walking trail, Lake Watauga, Centennial Art Center, historical monuments, beautiful gar- GRAND OLE OPRY HOUSE BACKSTAGE TOURS dens, dog park, exercise trail and much more. 2804 Opryland Drive. Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer visitors an up-close look CHEEKWOOD BOTANICAL GARDEN AND at the celebrated 4,400-seat venue and country’s MUSEUM OF ART most famous show, including themed dressing 11200 Forrest Park Drive. Beautiful botanic gar- rooms, the artists’ entrance, the Opry stage, and dens located on a 55-acre estate. The mansion, more. Daytime tours are available seven days a listed on the National Register of Historic Places, week featuring Blake Shelton as your video tour houses American, European, and contemporary guide. For more information, visit opry.com or call art. Closed Mondays. cheekwood.org (615) 871-OPRY.

COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME® AND MUSEUM THE HERMITAGE 2222 Fifth Avenue South. Experience the history Home of President Andrew Jackson, 4580 of America’s music through exciting new exhibits, Rachel’s Lane. A tour of this 1837 mansion by entertaining films, interactive displays, and an in- guides in period costume will enchant you. The credible array of costumes and instruments at larg- tombs of Andrew and Rachel are located in the est popular music museum in the world. Sing Me beautiful heirloom garden. Other historic build- Back Home, the museum’s permanent exhibit, ings include slave quarters and the church that

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26 Jackson built for his family. Special garden and attractions farm tours are given seasonally as well as tours through active archaeology sites. Shop the mu- South America, Asia, and Europe. This is not your seum store for unique gifts and dine in the de- typical car museum! Open Thursday–Monday, 10 lightful restaurant. Admission is $20 for adults, am–5 pm. Admission: Adults (18–64) $12; Seniors $17 for seniors, $15 for students 13–18, $10 for 65+ $8; Youth (6–17) $3; free for 5 and under. children 6–12 and children under 6 are free. (615) 742-7445, lanemuseum.org A family pass for 2 adults and 2 children under age 18 is $54. Active military are admitted THE LOTZ HOUSE free with ID. (615) 889-2941, thehermitage.com 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin. Come to The Lotz House for the compelling story of the Battle HISTORIC RCA STUDIO B of Franklin, the Lotz family and the fine antiques 1611 Roy Acuff Place, Music Row. Known as one of the Civil War era. Trip Advisor’s #1 attraction of the world’s most important recording studios in Franklin features guided tours daily. There is where more than 35,000 songs were brought a value ticket available which includes Carnton to life, including Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” and Plantation and The Carter House, located across many hits by Elvis. Tours depart hourly between the street. (615) 790-7190, LotzHouse.com 10:30 am–2:30 pm daily from the Country Music MADAME TUSSAUDS WAX ATTRACTION Hall of Fame® and Museum. (615) 416-2001, Opry Mills. Be the first to take the stage at the new countrymusichalloffame.com Madame Tussauds Nashville. We are excited to JOHNNY CASH MUSEUM have an attraction in Music City that focuses solely 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring the largest on the lyrical legends that have shaped the musical collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia in the landscape of America. Our world-renowned wax world, the museum has everything from his earli- attraction brings you a multi-sensory experience est childhood artifacts to the last song he wrote. that makes you the star of the show by allowing Exhibits chronicle The Man in Black’s life with you to get up close and personal with some of your stunning graphics, artifacts and interactive tech- favorite musical talents. Built to honor Nashville nology and include stage costumes, instruments, and its deep roots in America’s music history, this personal letters, artwork and handwritten songs unique Madame Tussauds will take you on a musi- as well as artifacts from family members and nota- cal journey through time alongside a colorful cast ble friends.Experience a three-dimensional walk of iconic figures from the worlds of country, rock, through the life and legend of this international pop, jazz and blues. madametussauds.com icon. From handwritten lyrics for “I Walk the Line” THE MUSIC OF NASHVILLE®: A MAGICAL and “Folsom Prison Blues,” to a stone wall from JOURNEY Johnny and June’s home in Hendersonville, this Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive. museum holds the true essence of the man. Find [“These are great performers!”—Mickey Gilley] the largest selection of Cash souvenirs, apparel Join the incredible cast and band in a historical 60 and rare collectibles in the Museum store. No trip year ride through some of Nashville’s biggest hits, to Nashville would be complete without a visit and the stories behind them! From Hank Williams, to the Johnny Cash Museum. Bongo Java Cafe Patsy Cline, George & Tammy, Conway & Loretta, serves coffee and coffee drinks as well as gour- Kenny & Dolly, through Wynonna, Garth Brooks, met cafe foods. Open 9 am–7 pm seven days a George Strait, Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert and week. (615) 256-1777, johnnycashmuseum.com Taylor Swift, this show brings exciting entertainment unlike any other. Performed by hot up-and- JOHNNY CASH MUSEUM coming artists who are backed by a fantastic first- 702 Murfreesboro Pike. Discover unique vehicles call Nashville band, they will bring you to your from A to Z. One of the few museums in North feet! Tickets available online, day of show or call America to specialize in European cars, with (615) 969-6349. See more details on back cover. over 150 cars and motorcycles on display from themusicofnashville.com all over the world. “100 Years of Leyat”, is a fascinating exhibit that explores the many ideas NASHVILLE NIGHTLIFE DINNER THEATER of Marcel Leyat – from propeller-driven cars and 2416 Music Valley Drive, in Music Valley Village, flight trainers to his invention of an alternative across the street from the Gaylord Opryland Hotel method of musical notation – is on permanent and Grand Ole Opry. Nashville’s premier Country display. Over 45 marques representing North and Music Dinner Theater features The Best of Country 27 attractions

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RYMAN AUDITORIUM AND RYMAN THE UPPER ROOM AUDITORIUM TOURS 1908 Grand Avenue, 116 Fifth Avenue North. Named Pollstar’s Theatre midtown. An active cha- of the Year many times, The Ryman continues a pel and museum, The more than 100-year music tradition by presenting Upper Room features a wide variety of world-class entertainment year a nearly life-size wood round. A must-see for any Nashville visitor, The carving of da Vinci’s The Last Supper, permanent Ryman is the very epicenter of Music City. Take a and seasonal exhibits, as well as a peaceful gar- self-guided tour and learn the fascinating story of den. View Christian artwork dating back to the the building’s construction as you peruse artifacts 12th century, a Madonna and Child Gallery ex- from more than a century of entertainment history. hibit, 100 nativity scenes during the Christmas Dubbed “The Mother Church of Country Music” holidays, and a Ukrainian egg display during by Nashvillians, it’s well known by this moniker to- Lent and Easter. Come experience the tranquil- day. Guided tours are available on a limited basis. ity of the Upper Room amid the city’s tumult. Visit the Gift Shop as well as Café Lula. For tickets Open Monday–Friday, 8 am–4:30 pm. Closed call (615) 889-3060, visit the Ryman Box Office, or holidays and weekends. Call (615) 340-7207 or visit ryman.com. Open seven days a week. chapel.upperroom.org.

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