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cluding themed dressing rooms, the artists’ en- this month’s feature trance, the Opry stage, and more. Daytime tours TUESDAYS, FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS are available seven days a week featuring Blake Grand Ole Opry Shelton as your video tour guide. Tours are also 2804 Opryland Drive. Grand Ole Opry shows available following most Opry performances with are performed every Tuesday, Friday and video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-a- Saturday in May. Since 1925, country’s best lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP have mesmerized audiences at the Opry, tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call the show that made country music famous. (615) 871-OPRY. While performances from both legendary TUESDAYS THROUGH SUNDAYS entertainers and the lat- TN State Museum Highlights Tours est country music acts TN State Museum, 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. are the norm, when you Our free Museum Highlights tour is a great way go to the Opry, you’ll also to see some never-before-seen artifacts and hear enjoy bluegrass bands, some of the great stories of Tennessee history. comedy, and more. See Meet on the second level lobby area near the the new stars, superstars, stairs every Tuesday through Sunday from 2–2:45 and legends of country pm (except for holidays). tnmuseum.org music on the stage where many of them got their start and some are MAY 1-6, 21-24, 25-29, 30-31 experiencing the thrill for the very first time. Nashville Sounds Home Games Artists scheduled to appear this month in- First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson Street. Take clude Kelsea Ballerini, Michael Ray, Chris the family out to the ballgame for games May 1-2 Janson, Charles Esten (pictured), Easton vs. Omaha, May 3-6 vs. Memphis, May 21-24 vs. Corbin, Dustin Lynch, Charlie Daniels Memphis, May 25-29 vs. Round Rock, May 30-31 Band, Craig Morgan, Lauren Alaina and New Orleans. nashvillesounds.com more! For Opry tickets and information visit MAY 3-4 opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. Sevier Park Fest 12th Avenue South. Free entertainment on Saturday THURSDAYS with family fun events, local vendors, food, art, Opry Country Classics fashion, pet adoptions and live music. Tickets Beginning at the Opry and lat- are required for the Friday night concert with Gin er emanating from the historic Blossoms and Frances Cone. Other highlights Ryman Auditorium during the include the Kids Bike Race, Criterium Race, Bar-B- spring season, Opry Country Classics is hosted Que Hot Wing Eating Contest, Kids Area & more! by Opry member Larry Gatlin and features the 6 pm–10 pm, sevierparkfest.com country music the world knows best, performed MAY 3-5 by legends of the genre and the rising stars those Spring Tennessee Craft Fair legends have influenced. Catch the spring run Centennial Park, 2600 West End Avenue. One- Thursdays through May 30. For tickets and infor- of-a-kind, handcrafted works at this juried fair are mation, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. perfect gifts for friends, family, and yourself! Enjoy DAILY food, family-friendly activities in the Kids’ Tent and Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Pass Tours demonstrations from artisans aimed to educate as Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer they create pieces in front of your eyes. A unique visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400- feature of Tennessee Craft Fairs requires artists to seat venue and country’s most famous show, in- be on-site. Learn what inspires them, and how they

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Contact Nashville Key for advertising opportunities. take raw materials and transform them into fine events craft. Friday and Saturday 10 am–6 pm, Sunday 10 am–5 pm. tennesseecrafts.org and under. Cash only for food, beverages, rides, games, and souvenirs. No pets. tnrenfest.com MAY 3-5 Goodguys Nashville National Car Show MAY 4-11 Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way. Featuring over 2,500 Middle Tennessee Strawberry Festival hot rods, customs, classics, street rods, muscle Main Street, Downtown Portland. Enjoy live mu- cars and trucks through 1987. Vendor exhibits, sic, food, craft vendors, contests, inflatables and swap meet, classics cars-for-sale area, Goodguys activities for kids, carnival, 5K walk/run and more! Autocross to test vehicle agility and performance, Parade begins at 4 pm, followed by a free concert lots of fun for the entire family! good-guys.com at 6 pm. A firework show will conclude the evening. middletennesseestrawberryfestival.net MAY 3-12 Nashville Film Festival MAY 4, 11 Regal Cinemas Hollywood 27, 719 Thompson Fairgrounds Speedway Lane. This 10-day celebration of film features Fairgrounds Speedway, 625 Smith Avenue. The cars competition films, educational presentations, red of the ARCA Menards Series return on May 4, and carpet events, awards ceremony, and closing night Ladies Race Night on May 11. Admission: Adults party. Brooks Institute named it one of the top 5 $12; Senior & Military $10; Kids (6–12) $5; free for 5 film festivals in the U.S. nashvillefilmfestival.org and under. fairgroundsspeedwaynashville.com MAY 4 MAY 5 Tacos & Tequila Vintage Base Ball Horton Events, 660 Lafayette Street. Foodies and Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane. people who love a good time – come and bridge Join The Hermitage for a fun day of base ball with the gap between Mexican and Urban American the Nashville Vintage Base Ball League! Bring a culture. There will be street tacos, margaritas, blanket or chair and enjoy some old-fashioned mules, and palomas comped through each ticket! ball games on our newly expanded playing field. Tickets are $35-$55; 2:30 pm–8:30 pm. This event is free to the public. Admission to the MAY 4 event does not cover admission to The Hermitage. MDA’s Muscle Walk thehermitage.com Vanderbilt University, 2700 Children’s Way. This MAY 7 fundraising walk helps to transform the lives of Open House at Dyer Observatory people affected by neuromuscular diseases. Vanderbilt’s Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive, Registration is free, but we encourage individuals Brentwood. Astronomers offer tours of the obser- and teams to help fundraise. mda.donordrive.com vatory and the Seyfert telescope at 9 and 10:30 MAY 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25-27 pm. dyer.vanderbilt.edu Tennessee Renaissance Festival MAY 8, 11, 18 2124 New Castle Road, Arrington. Travel back to Nashville Soccer Club 16th century England with First Tennessee Park. Cheer on soccer as they take skilled artisans displaying on the Tampa Bay Rowdies on May 8, Swope Park their wares and specialty Rangers on May 11, and Charlotte Independence foods and drinks greet on May 18. Tickets $15-25. nashvillesc.com the festival-goer. Hear the MAY 10, 17, 21, 31 sounds of Renaissance The Huckabee Show musicians and merry- 30 Music Village Boulevard, Hendersonville. makers as they echo through the trees. Color, Be part of a live studio audience and enjoy movement, and peals of laughter welcome those news, music, entertainment and fun with former who thrill to the challenges of games of skill and Governor of Arkansas, Mike Huckabee and his spe- man-powered rides. Tours of the Castle Gwynn cial guests! Tickets are free. For ages 16+. Seating first floor and grounds are included with admission at 6:30 pm. Walk-ins welcome! Register online or 11 am–3 pm (weather permitting). Hours: 10 am–6 call 833-HUCKABEE for more info. huckabeetix.tv pm. Free parking; Free admission for children 5 5 events tional rite of spring – typically attracting more than 25,000 spectators. This annual event combines the MAY 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 grandeur of horse racing with the power and spirit Musicians Corner of community. iroquoissteeplechase.org Centennial Park, 2600 West End Avenue. It’s Music MAY 11 City’s family-friendly weekly festival and giant Second Saturday Planetarium Laser Shows lawn party with stellar music, a mix of Nashville’s Sudekum Planetarium, Adventure Science Center, best food trucks, free Kidsville activities, Dogville, 800 Fort Negley Boulevard. Enjoy watching a wide and a local brew Beer Garden. Acoustic Friday array of music brought to life with incredible full- nights 5–9 pm; Saturday afternoons noon–6 pm. dome digital imagery, brilliant lasers and millions musicianscornernashville.com of stars. Three laser shows feature a different MAY 11 soundtrack. See a single show or make it a full eve- Iroquois Steeplechase ning and buy tickets for all three shows! Michael Percy Warner Park. The premier spring race in Jackson at 4:30; Queen at 7:30; Queen: Heaven American steeplechasing and Music City’s tradi- at 8:30. adventuresci.org

especially for kids MAY 1 May Day Celebration Wishing Chair Puppet Productions Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, 1200 Forrest Nashville Public Library Children’s Theatre, 615 Park Drive. Celebrate May at the May Pole with Church Street. Enjoy 30-minute enchanting pro- storybook themed crafts, storytime and live ductions, free of charge. Limited free parking bunnies. Experience the magic of five of your for 1-1/2 hours in the library’s parking garage. favorite childhood classic books by beloved il- Tuesday & Wednesday Morning Story Time: lustrators Dr. Seuss, E.B. White, Maurice Sendak, Meet the Professor, Library Pete, and Mary Mary Beatrix Potter, and Loren Long – reimagined in as they sing, juggle and read books with puppet Cheekwood’s new outdoor exhibit, Storybook friends Tommy Dog, Cedric the Dragon, J.J. the Houses. cheekwood.org Lamb, Spanish Fox, and Jimmy Giraffe. Showtimes MAY 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, 18, 19 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 11:30 am. For ages 6 and un- Tomás and the Library Lady der. May 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, Friday & Saturday Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton Mornings: The Tempest, a story of a wizard named Street. Based on the true story of Mexican- Prospero marooned on an enchanted island. This is American author and educator Tomás Rivera, an original and kid-friendly adaptation based on the this play, told in both Spanish and English, fol- play by William Shakespeare. Showtimes 10:30 am lows the son of migrant farm workers as he dis- and 11:30 am. For ages 5-12, but all are welcome. covers a surprising world of possibility inside his nashvillepubliclibrary.org local library thanks to a special librarian. This THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MORNINGS inspirational, theatrical biography proves that Storytime at the TN State Museum reading and respect can make anything possi- TN State Museum, 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. ble. nashvillechildrenstheatre.org For children 3 to 6 years old, Storytime in the MAY 24 Children’s Gallery will include a book reading Zoovie Night Ralph Breaks The and craft or other activities. Free, no reservations Internet are required, 10:30–11 am (except for holidays). Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Pike. Pack a blan- tnmuseum.org ket for a fun family night under the stars! Zoovie SATURDAY MORNINGS Nights include games, inflatables, music, and Kidsville Story Time after-hours access to the carousel and zip line! The Parthenon, 2500 West End Avenue. Kids 12 (additional fees apply) When the sun goes down and younger will explore a different weekly theme the evening’s feature film will play on a large and create a related piece of art. Free Parthenon inflatable screen. Members free; non-members admission and materials included, 11–11:45 am. included with day-of admission, or $6 per person kidsvilleonline.org after 6 pm. nashvillezoo.org

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OPRY MILLS MALL | (615) 649-0785 www.claimjumper.com 7 events their stuff for a great cause – the Nashville Humane Association. The event is outdoors, fun for the MAY 11 whole family with medals and special prizes award- Yoga on the Field ed to all runners. Registration: $15 per pet includes Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way. Celebrate Mother’s Finisher Medal! The first 150 registered “strutters” Day weekend under the lights at the home of the get a cool ‘buff’ headband to sport at the event. Tennessee Titans for an invigorating twilight class nashvillehumane.org/mutt-strutt-5k that will stretch from end zone to end zone. All lev- MAY 19 els. Bring your mat and towel. Stay after and enjoy BBQ, Brews & Beethoven a specialty cocktail from our cash bar. Registration Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street. Mingle to at 5 pm, class at 6 pm. eh.xorbia.com/yoga live music by small groups of musicians from MAY 16-18 Gateway Chamber Orchestra while enjoying a de- Franklin Rodeo licious southern BBQ meal perfectly paired with Williamson County Ag Expo Park, 4215 Long Lane. craft beer. The evening’s feature performance One of the largest rodeos east of the Mississippi! by the full orchestra will be George Gershwin’s Enjoy the excitement of national rodeo competi- “An American in Paris.” Tickets $50; 4:30 pm. tion events – bareback riding, steer wrestling, team gatewaychamberorchestra.com roping, saddle bronc riding, tie down roping, bar- MAY 23-26 rel racing, bull riding and more! franklinrodeo.com Nashville Boogie Vintage Weekender MAY 17 Gaylord Opryland Resort, 2800 Opryland Drive. Nashville Farmers’ Market Night Market Celebrate mid-century America with 5 stages, 80 900 Rosa Parks Boulevard. Shop and dine with lo- performances, outdoor car show, record hop, west- cal artisans, restaurants and shops, locally raised ern fashion show, record convention, pool parties, meats, freshly baked desserts, seasonal cocktails, pinup pageant, vintage slide show, and vintage craft beer, local wine, and more! All are welcome vendor hall! Tickets $25-$135. nashvilleboogie.com for live music and family-friendly activities. Free ad- MAY 24-26 mission, 5–9 pm. nashvillefarmersmarket.org Nashville Flea Market MAY 17 The Fairgrounds Nashville, 625 Smith Avenue. Full Moon Pickin’ Party Indoors and outdoors! You’ll find a huge variety of Warner Park Equestrian Center, 2520 Old Hickory gifts, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, arts and crafts, Boulevard. Bluegrass and roots pickers jam in cir- tools, housewares, handmade clothing, and hun- cles under the trees and around the grounds, while dreds of thousands of other items each month, at three headlining acts perform on the main stage. one of the top ten flea markets in the country. Free No glass, large coolers, or alcohol. Bring blankets admission; parking $5. nashvilleexpocenter.org or camping chairs. Family-friendly. Dogs on a leash MAY 25 welcome. 7–11 pm, Tickets: $7–$25, include water, East Nashville Crawfish Bash soft drinks and beer (adults 21+). Food available. East Park, 700 Woodland Street. This free, fami- warnerparks.org ly-friendly, pet-friendly event showcases the best MAY 18 of Nashville, from local food and art vendors to Beer Quest III local breweries and, of course, a music bill stacked Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road. with regional acts. Food and drink will be available Hikers will navigate a 2-hour, 3-mile route and col- for purchase. VIP tickets guarantee that you get lect tokens along your journey. Tokens can be used crawfish, and advance tickets are recommended. to redeem beer samples. Food will be provided by eastnashcrawbash.com M.L. Rose Food Truck serving up Nashville’s best MAY 31 burgers and fries! Admission is $40, food is includ- Brew at the Zoo ed in ticket price. owlshill.org/events Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Pike. Calling MAY 19 all species of beer lovers 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm. 2019 Mutt Strutt Animals, live music, local food trucks and over 100 Shelby Bottoms Park, East Nashville. More than craft beers are on tap at this unique after-hours 1,000 people and pooches alike will gather to strut event for ages 21+. nashvillezoo.org 8 THE SPECTACLE OF THE SEASON CARMINA BURANA

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9 Brothers; May 8: Eddie Izzard Wunderbar; May performing 10: Johnnyswim; May 11: Gladys Knight; May 12: Michelle Obama Becoming Live; May 13, 14: arts Shinedown; May 15: Mavis & Friends Celebrating 80 Years of Mavis Staples; May 17: Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real with special guest Deer Tick; May 18: Amanda Palmer There Will Be No Intermission; May 19: George Benson Walking to New Orleans Tour; May 21: Carol Burnett; May 31: Adrian Uribe Y Consuelo Duval EnParejaDos. Buy tickets at Ryman box office, ryman.com, ticketmaster.com, ticketmaster outlets or call (615) 458-8700. MAY AT THE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY SUNDAY EVENINGS Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Bluegrass Jam Place. Ticket packages may be purchased from the Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. Free admis- Patron Services hotline at (615) 687-6401. Season sion on Sunday evening at Nashville’s premiere lis- ticket holders receive added benefits! Concerts tening room for bluegrass and roots music. “Cold this month: May 2-4: Macedonian pianist Simon beer, hot pickin’ and friends you won’t meet until Trp ˇceski will convey all of the musical and emotion- you get here.” Showtime 8 pm. stationinn.com al energy of Rachmaninoff’s astounding score at NIGHTLY his first-ever Nashville appearance inRach Three & Sibelius Five. May 7: The next generation of Live Music at Rudy’s Rudy’s Jazz Room, 809 Gleaves Street. Nashville’s classical musicians from Vanderbilt University’s only jazz club features live music, a New Orleans Blair School of Music performing alongside the inspired menu, local brews, and tipsy cocktails. musicians of your Nashville Symphony in Side by rudysjazzroom.com Side. May 8: Smooth and sultry jazz saxophonist Boney James. May 9-11: The world’s top ABBA MONDAY & THURSDAY EVENINGS tribute, ABBA The Concert will perform with Tribute To The King 1953–1977 the Nashville Symphony. May 17, 18: Thibaudet Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Plays Turangalîla is a song of love featuring the Drive. This high-energy, live musical starring John ondes Martenotrs, a vintage electronic instru- Beardsley features all six eras of the King’s career, ment. May 19: KC & The Sunshine Band will including costume changes. The legend lives on in showcase their distinctive Miami sound (present- Nashville’s only continuously running show paying ed without orchestra). May 23-26:Arrive early for tribute to the King in Music City. Tickets: (615) 758- magical pre-concert activities, surprise prizes 0098. (more info on page 30) thenashvilleking.com for some lucky fans in costume at Harry Potter TUESDAY EVENINGS and the Order of the Phoenix. For tickets, call the Acoustic Pickin’ Party box office at (615) 687- 6400 between 10 am and Centennial Black Box Theater, 211 27th Avenue 6 pm Monday through Friday or 10 am and 2 pm North. Bring an acoustic instrument and join the Saturday. nashvillesymphony.org circle, 7–9 pm. All styles of music, including orig- MAY AT THE RYMAN AUDITORIUM inals. Great for developing chops, and learning 116 Fifth Avenue North. This stellar venue is new tunes. Bring a couple tunes you’d like to play a six-time winner of Pollstar’s Concert Theatre and an open mind. Ages 12–up. nashville.gov of the Year award and 2012, 2010 and 2008 THURSDAY AND FRIDAY EVENINGS Academy of Country Music’s Venue of the Year. Music at the Frist This month’s outstanding lineup: May 1: Buddy Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway. Enjoy free mu- Guy with Christone “Kingfish” Ingram; May 2, 9, sic in the Cafe or Grand Lobby, 6 pm. May per- 16, 23, 30: Opry Country Classics; May 3: Scott formances will include Latin guitar duo Duo Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox; May 4: Cody Sudeste; classical guitarist Grant Ferris; jazz Johnson with Randall King; May 5: Midland: guitarist Geary Moore; singer-songwriter Rae Cinco De Mayo Show; May 6: Jon Anderson Hering; The Contrarian Ensemble; and vocalist of The Legendary Band Yes with The Cerny Rachel Rodriguez. fristcenter.org 10 “ You were AWESOME! I had so much fun tonight!” —Wynonna

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“A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again.” —DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer

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EVERY THURSDAY MAY 1, 4, 8, 9, 13, 15, 18, 22, 29 Jazz on the Ave The Music of Nashville: A Magical Journey Minerva Avenue, 1002 Buchanan Street. A week- Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley ly live music soirée hosted by saxophonist Joe Drive; The Nashville Palace, 2611 McGavock Johnson, featuring some of Nashville’s best mu- Pike. Join the incredible cast and band in a his- sicians, bands and vocalists. minervaavenue.com torical 60 year ride through some of Nashville’s biggest hits, and the stories behind them! From MAY 1-5 Hello, Dolly! Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, George & Tammy, Conway & Loretta, Kenny & Dolly, through Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Wynonna, Garth Brooks, George Strait, Keith Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Broadway legend Urban, Miranda Lambert and Taylor Swift, this Betty Buckley pays tribute to the original work show brings exciting entertainment unlike any of legendary director/choreographer Gower other. Performed by hot up-and-coming artists Champion, hailed as one of the greatest stagings who are backed by a fantastic first-call Nashville in musical theater history. tpac.org band, they will bring you to your feet! Tickets MAY 1-12 available online, day of show or call (615) 730-8962. Listen to Your Mother themusicofnashville.com Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Highway 100. Nashville’s original barn and most unique dining MAY 2 and entertainment experience offers a premium Nashville House Concerts buffet and professional theater. From hilarious and War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Avenue heartwarming, to emotionally intense and pro- North. This unique Nashville experience each found, Listen To Your Mother entertains, energizes, month is in a make-shift living room, featuring a brings community together and leaves everyone diverse blend of talent from chart-topping art- feeling a little less alone and a little more under- ists, music legends, rising stars and accomplished stood. chaffinsbarntheatre.com songwriters. Tickets $30; 7 pm.

11 12 MAY 3, 10, 24 performing arts Live in the Jazz Cave The Jazz Cave, 1319 Adams Street. Drummer ered PG-13 and are a mix of short form and long Chester Thompson on May 3; The Lori Mechem form. musiccityimprov.com Quartet on May 10; vocalist Dara Tucker on May MAY 23 24. nashvillejazz.org Ask Me Another MAY 7, 14, 28 James K. Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick Street. Think The Doyle and Debbie Show fast as host Ophira Eisenberg throws trivia ques- Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. This hilarious tions, puzzles and brainteasers at special guests love letter to the country music community and its and contestants. Featuring witty banter and guitar stars is hysterical, and the music is finely-crafted. riffs from one-man house band Jonathan Coulton, The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton, it’s the mind-bending live show you’ve come to have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off love. Tickets $32.50; 7:30 pm. tpac.org beautifully. Tickets: $20, 7 pm. doyleanddebbie.com MAY 23 MAY 10-11 Poet’s Corner Papalagui Exposed Scarritt Bennett Center, Vanderbilt University. Join OZ Arts, 6172 Cockrill Bend Circle. Embark on a fellow poetry enthusiasts for a monthly reading by journey through the grounds of OZ Arts while visit- a featured local poet. Free, open to the public. ing various “exhibits” in the spirit of a 19th Century scarrittbennett.org World Exposition. ozartsnashville.org MAY 24-30 MAY 17 Violent Delights Music City Improv Darkhorse Theater, 4610 Charlotte Avenue. Third Coast Comedy Club, Marathon Village, Presented by ACT 1 (Artists’ Cooperative 1310 Clinton Avenue. This high octane show from Theatre), a non-profit organization dedicat- Nashville’s longest running improv troupe features ed to bringing theatrical gems, both clas- live and video sketch comedy. Shows are consid- sic and modern, to Nashville audiences.

art crawls MAY 3 – Downtown Franklin Friday Art Crawl Charming shops and galleries, live music and refreshments make Franklin a great place to be 6–9 pm. franklinartscene.com MAY 4 – Downtown Nashville Saturday Art Crawl Fifth Avenue of the Arts, Historic Arcade, Eighth Avenue, Broadway. The festive atmosphere and participating venues welcome you to galleries open 6–9 pm, with trolleys making a contin- uous loop 6–10 pm. nashvilledowntown.com/play MAY 4 – Arts & Music at Wedgewood/Houston Minutes from downtown, Wedgewood/Houston is rich with art rea galleries and music culture. Check out groundbreaking art from the art- a offer rare op- ist run spaces on Chestnut Street to the commercial galleries on portunities to view Hagan Street along with popups, beginning at 6 pm. am-wh.com diverse exhibitions MAY 11 – East Side Art Stumble featuring many genres East Nashville. Galleries, businesses, and studios stretch across of artwork. Some ven- the neighborhoods of East Nashville and Inglewood. Saturday ues present live music, event from 6-9, rain or shine. eastsideartstumble.com and many serve com- MAY 25 – Jefferson Street Art Crawl plimentary wine. These The crawl happens up and down Jefferson, starting at the Garden monthly gatherings are Brunch Cafe near Rosa Parks and ending at One Drop Ink Tattoo an opportunity to meet at Jefferson and 28th. The monthly event engages community the artists and buy and and highlights art along this historic art corridor as well as the support their work. North Nashville Community. facebook.com/jsactn

13 performing arts MAY 31 A Chorus Line Thursday-Saturday 7:30 pm; Sunday matinees Z. Alexander Looby Theatre, 2301 Rosa L. Parks 2:30 pm. Thursday shows are pay-what-you- Boulevard. A stunning musical capturing the spirit can; students (college and high school) free on and tension of a Broadway chorus audition while Sundays. act1online.com exploring the inner lives and poignant ambitions of professional Broadway gypsies. The show fea- MAY 24 tures one powerhouse number after another. Dueling Pianos circleplayers.net Fontanel Nashville, 4225 Whites Creek Pike. Two extremely talented pianists will keep you enter- MAY 31 tained all night long as they duel to your favorite The Wizard of Oz tunes at this fun, energetic event. Ticket $15; 6:30 Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street. When a tornado pm. fontanel.com rips through Kansas, Dorothy and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land MAY 17-19, 23-26, 30, 31 of Oz. They follow the Yellow Brick Road toward the Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Emerald City to meet the Wizard. This non-musical Dreamcoat production is performed by the talented youth of Jamison Theater, The Factory at Franklin. Blessed Act Too Players. franklintheatre.com with vivid dreams that foretell the future, Joseph, Jacob’s favorite son, finds himself the center of a MAY 31 comedic tale of family, betrayal, and service to a Big Fish hilariously Elvis-like Pharaoh. A truly timeless Old 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin. Based on the cele- Testament tale that spans a multitude of musical brated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed genres from country-western and calypso to bub- film directed by Tim Burton, Big Fish tells the story ble-gum pop and rock and roll. studiotenn.com of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest… and then some! Edward’s incred- music at the ible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around wineries him – most of all, his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, about to have a child of his own, is de- Pack a picnic, bring your friends, lawn chairs termined to find the truth behind his father’s epic and/or blankets, and enjoy free music in local tales. pull-tight.com vineyards. Wines available for purchase. MAY 31 FRIDAYS THRU SUNDAYS Nashville Ballet presents Season Special: Arrington Vineyards Carmina Burana 6211 Patton Road, Arrington. Music in the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Vines features live jazz in the courtyard by the Place. Live music performed by the Nashville main tasting lodge, and bluegrass bands by Symphony, Nashville Symphony Chorus and the Grand Barn. Saturdays 4–8 pm, Sundays Blair Children’s Chorus, choreography by Paul 2–6 pm. arringtonvineyards.com Vasterling, music by Carl Orff. Experience Carmina Burana as never before in this multimedia sensa- MAY 11, 25 tion featuring updated choreography from the Beachaven Winery Nashville Ballet and an 1100 Dunlop Lane, Clarksville. Jazz on the original film that will bring Lawn will feature Bicho Brothers on May 11, this bawdy medieval text and Tiffany Johnson on May 25. 6:30–9:30 pm. vividly to life. With its epic beachavenwinery.com score for full orchestra, MAY 18 adult chorus and children’s Sumner Crest Winery chorus, Carmina Burana is a feast for the senses, 5306 Old Highway 52, Portland. Celebrate and this is your chance to witness the debut of Southern Summer Nights with live music, Nashville Ballet and Nashville Symphony’s excit- and view the collection of antique and clas- ing new production. Tickets must be purchased sic cars on permanent display. 6:30–9:30 pm. through the Nashville Symphony. Call the box sumnercrestwinery.com office at 615-687-6400 or nashvillesymphony.org. nashvilleballet.com 14 key info

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18 TOP RATED Restaurant & Bar Open Table • tripadvisor • nashville eater

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Aquarium Restaurant a business lunch or gather with friends and fam- Opry Mills Mall. Sensational seafood in a unique ily. Open daily for lunch and dinner, with a vast setting. Dine around a 200,000 gallon tank featur- selection of freshly prepared items including fish, ing more than 100 species of colorful tropical fish rotisserie chicken, baby-back pork ribs, freshly including sharks and stingrays. Delicious menu baked pot pie, specialty salads, pizzas, burgers selections from burgers to seafood platters. After and our famous Six-Layer Chocolate Motherlode your meal, visit the Treasure Chest Gift Shop. Cake. Relax in the saloon with cocktails and Claim You’ll want to make Aquarium part of your next Jumper’s own craft beers. (615) 649-0785, claim- outing, field trip, birthday party or special event. jumper.com Reservations recommended. (615) 514-FISH, Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater aquariumrestaurants.com 2416 Music Valley Drive, Music Valley Village, Cock of the Walk across from Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand 2624 Music Valley Drive. 615-889-1930. Themed Ole Opry. Nashville’s premier Country Music family Catfish restaurant with servers dressed in Dinner Theater features The Best of Country period attire! Cornbread flipped table side, in a Music Show, with songs made famous by leg- rustic fun atmosphere. Fixings like coleslaw, beans, endary artists and today’s superstars. See stars greens & skillet made cornbread. We also offer such as “Opry Star” Jeannie Seely, “Hee Haw’s” shrimp, chicken, combination platters and a nice Shotgun Red, “Rising Star” Zach Janson, Diana selection of steaks. All fried items may be grilled Murrell and others. Great Southern Buffet is at upon request. “Possibly the best catfish in the 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Reservations nation.” – Craig Claiborne, former food critic for recommended. Dinner and show is $47.95, show the N.Y. Times. Voted Best Catfish Restaurant for only is $30. Tour groups welcome. (615) 885-4747, last three years running, MS Magazine statewide nashvillenightlife.com voting, and “2019 Best Catfish in Nashville” by Nudie’s Honky Tonk Foursquare. cockofthewalkrestaurant.com 409 Broadway. The world famous Nudie’s Honky Claim Jumper Tonk on Broadway resides in a 100-year-old his- Opry Mills Mall. Celebrate special occasions, host toric three-story building housing millions of

where the Eastland Cafe Margot Sinema locals go Savor & leave satisfied Dining fabulous. Five Stars Dynamic dining 97 Chapel Avenue 1017 Woodland Street 2600 8th Avene South 360 Bistro (615) 627-1088 (615) 227-4668 (615) 942-7746 Great wine & food Etch Miel The Southern 6000 Highway 100 Unique delicious creative Fresh French Cuisine Steak & Oyster (615) 353-5604 303 Demonbreun Street 343 53rd Avenue North Delish The 404 Kitchen (615) 522-0685 (615) 298-3663 150 3rd Avenue Eats with local flair Giovanni Ristorante Park Cafe (615) 724-1762 404 12th Avenue South Splurge worthy Italian Fresh, local Table 3 (615) 251-1404 909 20th Avenue South 4403 Murphy Road Restaurant Cock of the Walk (615) 760-5932 (615) 383-4409 & Market Best catfish! Josephine Pinewood Social Fabulous French 2624 Music Valley Drive American Bistro Cuisine Meet, Mix, Mingle 3821 Green Hills 615-889-1930 2316 12th Avenue South 33 Peabody Street Village Drive Adele’s (615) 292-7766 (615) 751-8111 (615) 739-6900 Layers of Passion Kalamata’s Rolf And Daughters Tin Angel 1210 McGavock Street Fresh Greek Innovative brilliant food Fab Food 615) 988-9700 3764 Hillsboro Pike & wine 3201 West End Avenue Café Intermezzo (615) 383-8700 700 Taylor Street (615) 298-3444 (615) 866-9897 European Style ~ Great Husk Virago food. Fresh coffee. Brilliant fresh food Silo Sushi gets stylish 502 2nd Avenue 37 Rutledge Street Gourmet Farm Food 1126 McGavock Street (615) 346-9507 (615) 256-6565 1121 5th Avenue North (615) 254-1902 (615) 750-2912

20 dollars of rare country music memorabilia, cos- Joni Mitchell, Jerry Lee Lewis, and comedian Andy tumes, multiple bars, two stages featuring live Griffith have all graced the original checker-board music and Southern style comfort food for guests. stage. skullsrainbowroom.com Open 11 am–3 am daily, this attraction features The Smiling Elephant the longest bar in Music City at over 100 feet. 2213 8th Avenue South. A gem of a Thai restau- nudieshonkytonk.com rant regaled by the locals. Their mission is to serve Rainforest Café healthy, authentic Thai cuisine at a reasonable This unique dining concept located in Opry Mills price. The specialty of the house is Pad Thai. All is an adventure through a realistic indoor rain- dishes use the freshest ingredients. Enjoy exquisite forest with lush foliage, cascading waterfalls and food and the gentle spirit that you feel upon enter- giant aquariums. The menu has Mexican, Italian, ing. (615) 891-4488, thesmilingelephant.com Cajun and Caribbean flavors, ranging from exotic to traditional. The children’s menu will please your 2213 8th Ave. S. Open lunch and dinner— little “wild ones.” Don’t forget to stop by the Retail (615) 891-4488 Mon.-Fri. Village for a wide selection of unique souvenirs! Open for dinner Sat. (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 menu showcases a continental twist on American classics. Premium cocktails and an eclectic beer and wine list complement the award winning cuisine. Skull’s pays homage to the entertainment of yesteryear with burlesque and live music nightly. Etta James, Elvis Presley, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings,

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Nashville has various shopping pockets mugs, backpacks, tote bags, and more. Call (615) all around the city. In addition to great 256-1777 or visit johnnycashmuseum.com. vacation memories, you’ll be itching to buy The Mall at Green Hills something to take home from Nashville! Enjoy 2126 Abbott Martin Road. This high-end mall shopping Downtown, Midtown, in the Gulch, has more than 100 stores and restaurants on two Marathon Village, Elliston Place, 12South, 8th main floors, including Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., Avenue, Hillsboro Village, Green Hills, Sylvan Park, Burberry, and Restoration Hardware. Berry Hill, East Nashville, Music Valley, and more areas throughout and surrounding Music City. The Nashville Collection 120 Second Avenue North. Your shop for great The Hermitage Museum Store gifts and Nashville collectibles for all ages. Home of President Andrew Jackson, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, (615) 889-2941. A lovely selection of decora- Opry Mills Mall tive accessories, books and videos, toys and col- Tennessee’s largest outlet lectibles, home décor, and gourmet gifts including and value retail shopping, Hermitage preserves and Lynchburg BBQ sauce. dining and entertainment All proceeds from the sale of merchandise support destination with more than the activities and programs of the museum. 200 stores, including sev- eral first-in-market name- The Johnny Cash Museum Store brand additions. Opry Mills’ impressive roster 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring Johnny Cash of designer outlet stores include: Coach Factory merchandise including t-shirts and other apparel, Store, G by GUESS, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph

22 Key_Ad_Half.indd 1 4/12/19 3:12 PM Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, and country music’s contemporary culture for a Tommy Bahama Outlet, Vera Bradley and more. shopping experience like no other. Other popular value retailers include Bed Bath The Opry Shop & Beyond, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Disney Store 2804 Opryland Drive. Enjoy the Grand Ole Opry Outlet, LEGO, RCC Western Wear and Under experience anytime with a stop at The Opry Shop, Armour Factory House. Opry Mills is home to a located within the Grand Ole Opry House. It’s the variety of family dining and entertainment ven- place for great Opry gifts and collectibles for all ues: Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest Cafe, Claim ages. Open seven days a week. Jumper and Madame Tussauds Wax Attraction. And in true Nashville fashion, live performances Ryman Auditorium Gift Shop and musical entertainment are regularly provided 116 Fifth Avenue North, (615) 458-8700. Find ex- on Opry Mills’ Entertainment Stage. clusive Ryman merchandise including CDs, DVDs, 65 South posters, prints, books and apparel. Make your own custom t-shirt at the activity station! Open seven Located in Opry Mills Mall just steps away from the days a week. permanent home of the Grand Ole Opry, 65 South has everything Nashville all in one place, including The Tennessee Museum Store items from The Bluebird Café, the Nashville tele- 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. The perfect place to vision show and, of course, fashion apparel and shop for Tennessee crafts, jewelry, books, toys and accessories you need to outfit your southern style. other items. Discount offered to museum mem- Opry Originals bers, state employees and military personnel. Located in the heart of downtown at 300 Broadway Woodcuts Gallery and Framing (Broadway at Third Avenue). Nashville’s famous 1613 Jefferson Street, (615) 321-5357 telephone “Lower Broadway” area known around the world and (615) 321-2134 fax. Offering hundreds of open for its honky tonks and one-of-a-kind authentic and limited edition prints, serigraphs, original country music attractions, Opry Originals brings pieces, framed art, cards, figurines, and fast cus- together the iconic roots of the Grand Ole Opry tom framing. woodcutsfineart.com 23 attractions

Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage Centennial Park 4580 Rachel’s Lane. Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage 2500 West End Avenue. A designed landscape is one of the largest, most visited presidential on one hundred twenty-two acres in midtown homes in the United States and one of Nashville’s Nashville. The city’s premier park features the icon- top-rated attractions. Located only minutes from ic Parthenon and statue Athena, a one-mile walk- downtown and Gaylord Opryland resort, this is ing trail, Lake Watauga, Centennial Art Center, his- a must-do when visiting Music City. This 1,120- torical monuments, beautiful gardens, band shell, acre National Historic Landmark and Tennessee’s dog park, exercise trail and much more. top-rated historic home features over 10 historic Cheekwood Estate & Gardens buildings, a seasonal wagon tour, walking trails, 11200 Forrest Park Drive. Beautiful botanic gar- beautiful gardens and grounds, and much more. dens located on a 55-acre estate. The mansion, The Hermitage mansion is considered to be the listed on the National Register of Historic Places, most accurately preserved early presidential home houses American, European, and contemporary in the country. In recent years, new interpretive ini- art. Themed art installations in the gardens change tiatives and programs have enhanced the experi- annually. cheekwood.org ence of some 225,000 annual visitors. For tickets, directions, and additional information visit the- Country Music Hall of Fame® and hermitage.com Museum Bicentennial Mall State Park 2222 Fifth Avenue South. Experience the history of America’s music through exciting new exhibits, en- 600 James Robertson Parkway. A public park with tertaining films, interactive statues, monuments, fountains, trails, bell tow- displays, and an incredible ers, an amphitheater and home to the Nashville array of costumes and in- Farmers’ Market. Get a taste of Tennessee’s history, struments at the largest geology, and scenic wonder as you walk along an popular music museum in inscribed timeline. Each of the 31 erupting geyser the world. Sing Me Back fountains represent a Tennessee major river. The Home, the museum’s war monument, an 18,000-pound granite globe, permanent exhibit, tells floating on water and rotating, pays tribute to the the story of country music Tennessee World War II veterans. from its pre-commercial Bike the Greenway Bicycle Rentals roots in the nineteenth Briley Parkway (TN-155) at Two Rivers Parkway century through its vi- (Exit 10). Two Rivers Park Trailhead is within min- brant life today. Open daily 9 am–5 pm. Package utes of Gaylord Opryland Resort, Music Valley upgrades available, and be sure to include a tour Drive Hotels, and Nashville Airport Hotels, and of historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis and others offers miles of dedicated greenway. Hourly recorded over 35,000 songs. Shop the Museum or half-day rentals. Call (615) 920-1388 or visit Store and savor a made-from-scratch meal at Two bikethegreenway.net to arrange your bike rental Twenty•Two Grill and Catering. (615) 416-2001, and transfer to trailhead (if needed). countrymusichalloffame.org Carnton Plantation Frist Art Museum 1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin. Carnton 919 Broadway. There is always something to marvel Plantation, home of The Widow of the South, was over in the spacious galleries of this magnificent a field hospital following the Battle of Franklin, art deco building. Stop by the gift shop for a fabu- fought in 1864. Plantation includes a home tour, lous array of art prints, books, educational materi- museum, The McGavock Confederate Cemetery, als, art supplies, clothing, blown glass, pottery, and a fully restored garden and slave quarters. Open jewelry made by local and regional artisans. The 9 am–5 pm on Monday–Saturday and noon–5 pm café is open for brunch, lunch, snacks, and dinner on Sunday. Closed most major holidays. boft.org on Thursday and Friday evenings. fristcenter.org 24 Grand Ole Opry Historic RCA Studio B 2804 Opryland Drive. The 1611 Roy Acuff Place, Music Row. Known as one world’s longest-running of the world’s most important recording studios live radio show features where more than 35,000 songs were brought to the best in country, blue- life, including Dolly Parton’s grass, comedy and more. Artists scheduled to “Jolene” and many hits by appear this month include Artists scheduled to Elvis. Tours depart hour- appear this month include Kelsea Ballerini (pic- ly between 10:30 am–2:30 tured), Michael Ray, Chris Janson, Charles Esten, pm daily from the Country Easton Corbin, Dustin Lynch, Charlie Daniels Music Hall of Fame® and Museum. (615) 416-2001, Band, Craig Morgan, Lauren Alaina and more! countrymusichalloffame.com Shows Tuesday, Friday, Saturday at 7 pm. For tick- The Huckabee Show ets, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. Huckabee Theater, 30 Music Village Boulevard,15 Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Tours minutes north of Nashville, in Hendersonville, Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer TN. Be part of a live studio audience and enjoy visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400- news, music, entertainment and fun with former seat venue and country’s most famous show, in- Governor of Arkansas, Mike Huckabee and his spe- cluding themed dressing rooms, the artists’ en- cial guests! You must be 16 years of age to attend a trance, the Opry stage, and more. Daytime tours live taping. Tickets are free. Register and get show are available seven days a week featuring Blake taping dates online or call 833-HUCKABEE for Shelton as your video tour guide. Tours are also more information. Seating is at 6:30 pm. Tapings available following most Opry performances with are weekly. Walk-ins are welcome! huckabeetix.tv video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-a- Johnny Cash Museum lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring the largest tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia in the (615) 871-OPRY.

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26 world, the museum has everything from his earli- attractions est childhood artifacts to the last song he wrote. Exhibits chronicle The Man in Black’s life with stun- year ride through some of Nashville’s biggest hits, ning graphics, artifacts and interactive technology and the stories behind them. From Hank Williams, and include stage costumes, Patsy Cline, George & Tammy, Conway & Loretta, instruments, personal letters, Kenny & Dolly, through Wynonna, Garth Brooks, artwork and handwritten songs George Strait, Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert as well as artifacts from family and Taylor Swift, this show brings exciting enter- members and notable friends. tainment unlike any other. Performed by hot up- Experience a three-dimension- and-coming artists who are backed by a fantastic al walk through the life and legend of this interna- first-call Nashville band, they will bring you to tional icon. From handwritten lyrics for “I Walk the your feet! Tickets available online, day of show or Line” and “Folsom Prison Blues,” to a stone wall call (615) 730-8962. See discount on back cover. from Johnny and June’s home in Hendersonville, themusicofnashville.com this museum holds the true essence of the man. Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater Find the largest selection of Cash souvenirs, ap- 2416 Music Valley Drive, in Music Valley Village, parel and rare collectibles in the Museum store. across the street from the Gaylord Opryland Hotel No trip to Nashville would be complete without and Grand Ole Opry. Nashville’s premier Country a visit to the Johnny Cash Museum. Bongo Java Music Dinner Theater features The Best of Country Cafe serves coffee and coffee drinks as well as Music Show. Voted Nashville’s #1 Dinner Show, the gourmet cafe foods. Open 9 am–6 pm seven days show features songs made famous by legendary a week. (615) 256-1777, johnnycashmuseum.com artists and today’s superstars. Many guest stars Lane Motor Museum appear such as “Opry Star” Jeannie Seely, “Hee 702 Murfreesboro Pike. Discover unique vehicles Haw’s” Shotgun Red, “Rising Star” Zach Janson, from A to Z. One of the few museums in North Diana Murrell and others. There is entertainment America to specialize in European cars, with over for the entire family. The Great Southern Buffet is 150 cars and motorcycles on display from all over at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Admission the world. “100 Years of Leyat”, is a fascinating for the dinner and show is $47.95, show only is $30. exhibit that explores the many ideas of Marcel Don’t miss this Nashville tradition. Tour groups are Leyat – from propeller-driven cars and flight welcome. Reservations recommended. Call (615) trainers to his invention of an alternative method 885-4747 or go to nashvillenightlife.com. of musical notation – is on permanent display. Nashville Public Library Civil Rights Room Over 45 marques representing North and South Main Library, 615 Church Street. The materials America, Asia, and Europe. This is not your typ- exhibited here capture the drama of a time when ical car museum! Open Thursday–Monday, 10 thousands of African-American citizens in Nashville am–5 pm. Admission: Adults (18–64) $12; Seniors sparked a nonviolent challenge to racial segrega- 65+ $8; Youth (6–17) $3; free for 5 and under. tion. Visitors can sit at the symbolic lunch count- (615) 742-7445, lanemuseum.org er and read the Ten Rules of Conduct carried by The Lotz House sit-in protesters and examine the timeline of local 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin. Come to The and national events. Black and white photographs Lotz House for the compelling story of the Battle surround the room, illuminating dramatic events in of Franklin, the Lotz family and the fine antiques this period of Nashville history. library.nashville.org of the Civil War era. Trip Advisor’s #1 attraction in Franklin features guided tours daily. There is Nashville Zoo a value ticket available which includes Carnton 3777 Nolensville Road. Wander through a lush can- Plantation and The Carter House, located across opy of bamboo, come face to face with a clouded the street. (615) 790-7190, LotzHouse.com leopard, feed Australian parrots, see the new Tiger Crossroads exhibit, and pet a kangaroo at the ninth ® The Music of Nashville : A Magical Journey largest zoo in the country by landmass. Nashville Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Zoo is your ticket to African giraffes, poison arrow Drive; The Nashville Palace, 2611 McGavock Pike. frogs, zebras, red pandas, kangaroos, gibbons [“These are great performers!”—Mickey Gilley] and much more! In between your animal adven- Join the incredible cast and band in a historical 60 tures, be sure to take a spin on our Wild Animal

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Carousel, get a new view of the Zoo from Soaring Eagle zip line, monkey around our 66,000-square- foot Jungle Gym, or evenRANCH step back DRESSING in time on the walking tour at our Grassmere Historic Home and Farm. (615) 833-1534, nashvillezoo.org Unique Gift Items Nudie’s Honky Tonk Retro Clothing 409 Broadway. The world famousStar Nudie’s Treatment Honky Tonk on Broadway resides in a 100-year-old 2407 12th Ave. South Western Wear historic(615) 297-4242three-story building housingStage millions Wear of Be on the forefront of the anti- [email protected] of rare country music memorabilia, cos- www.katyk.com tumes, multiple bars, two Openstages 7 Daysfeaturing a Week live aging movement! Join a company photo: Carie Thompson that has successfully outlined the music and Southern style comfort food for guests. cont. from pg. 27 biomarkers of human renewal and Open 11 am–3 am daily, visitors can see pop regeneration. rcultureyMAN iconicAuDi TdesignsoriuM by designer Nudie Cohn 2003like andElvis 2004 Presley’s Pollstar goldConcert lame’ Industry suit Awards and one"Theater of hisOf The Year". Located in downtown Nashville, 116 Fifth Avenue Unprecedented Resources $400,000 Cadillac El Dorado customized “Nudie North.Mobile” A National which Historichangs Landmark,on the wall. the RymanThis attraction continues Uncompromising Values As its more-than-100-year music tradition by offering the best features the longest bar in Music City at over 100 Pharmaceuticals Go Natural in entertainment. Built as a church in 1892, the Ryman famouslyfeet. nudieshonkytonk.com served as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from The Aging Code Has Been 1943-1974,Old Town and Trolley was completely Tours renovated in 1994. By day, you can take a museum tour that showcases the legend- Unlocked aryDowntown stars who (Seehave mapgraced pages its stage. 18-19) Then. Don’t in the Just evening, Visit Cash In On The Next Trillion Dollar youNashville…Relive can return to the It! premier Join performanceOld Town hallTrolley for oneTours of Industry Building A Business In The manyfor a shows12 mile, and Hop concerts On scheduled– Hop Off year-round. Tour of Music Travelocity City. Comfort Of Your Home hasEnjoy named colorful the Ryman anecdotes, one of the humorous "10 coolest venuesstories in and the world,"well researched and CitySearch.com historical has votedfacts iton one the of the100 five minute "Best Placestour. toWith Hear 15Live convenient Music" in America stops for along the third the year route, in a "By the year 2010, an additional $1 row. Call (615)889-3060, or log onto www.ryman.com for an guests can disembark and enjoy attractions, shop- trillion ANNUALLY will be devoted event schedule. to slow down the effects of aging.” ping and dining. Discover Music Row, Marathon SMotorECON dWorks, FIdd LEthe Riverfront, Ryman Auditorium, Tradition lives at Second Fiddle. One step inside this Lower Country Music Hall of Fame, Broadway – Honky - Paul Zane Pilzer Broadway Honky Tonk and you know you're in Nashville. Tonk Row, the Parthenon and much, much One of the world’s most accurate This is what you've imagined Nashville to be, great country musicmore! and Old friendly Town people. Trolley Antique Tours radios is the and “attractionmemorabilia economic forecasters fromthat thetakes old Countryyou to Musicthe attractions.”Hall of Fame line100% the Moneywalls of thisBack real Guarantee. deal country 201music Broadway, honky tonk. (615) CMT filmed258-5924. their showtrolleytours.com "40 Greatest Drinking Songs" staring Wynonna Judd here at The Second Fiddle. And Second Fiddle was the loca- tionThe used Parthenon by Tim McGraw’s Monday Night Football Halftime ShowCentennial for the NFLPark. 2006 season.This Visit the website at www. thesecondfiddle.com. Nashville treasure is rec- ThognizedE STAGE as oNone b roof ADthew Ay Theworld’s Stage mostOn Broadway impressive is Lower Broadway’s hottest, edgiest place to party hard with all your rowdy friends. 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The Patsy Cline Museum Dubbed “The Mother Church of Country Music” celebrates the life of the legendary songstress and by Nashvillians, it’s well known by this moniker to- features hundreds of never before seen artifacts, day. Guided tours are available on a limited basis. personal belongings, videos and much more. Visit the Gift Shop as well as Café Lula. For tickets (615) 454-4722, patsymuseum.com call (615) 889-3060, visit the Ryman Box Office, or Radnor Lake State Park ryman.com. Open seven days a week. 1160 Otter Creek Road. A great place for an ener- Tennessee State Capitol getic hike up steep ridge trails, or a leisurely walk Charlotte Avenue, between Sixth and Seventh along the lake. There are challenging hikes for a Avenues. The 19th-century, Greek Revival historic day hiker plus flat, mulched and paved trails for Tennessee State Capitol stands today much as it those who want to just stroll and see the scenery. did when completed in 1859. Free guided tours Wildlife and plants are abundant – it is not unusual leave from the first floor Information Desk every at all to see deer, heron, ducks, turkeys and turtles hour, with the first tour at 9 am, and the final tour during your walk. radnorlake.org at 3 pm. Self-guided tours are also available at the Ryman Auditorium and Ryman Information Desk. Auditorium Tours TN State Museum 116 Fifth Avenue North. Named Pollstar’s Theatre 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. The new of the Year many times, The Ryman continues a 137,000-square-foot Tennessee State Museum more than 100-year music tradition by presenting is designed to bring history to life. It includes a a wide variety of world-class entertainment year “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s round. A must-see for any Nashville visitor, The rich history and leading visitors though the Ryman is the very epicenter of Music City. Take a Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on chil- self-guided tour and learn the fascinating story of dren’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the the building’s construction as you peruse artifacts art digital learning center and a two-story Grand from more than a century of entertainment history. 29 attractions City, where he recorded over 300 songs. “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts relat- again,” raved DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drum- ed to the state’s history, along with displays of art, mer. Audiences continue to give standing ovations furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by at every show. A must-see show while in Nashville. Tennesseans. The Museum’s Civil War holdings To order tickets, please call us directly (615) 758- of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among 0098. Seating at 6:30 pm. Showtime is 7 pm. Box the finest in the nation. Located in the heart of office opens at 10 am, day of show. Plenty of free Nashville at the corner of Rosa Parks Boulevard parking! thenashvilleking.com and Jefferson Street, the new Museum sits at the The Upper Room foot of Capitol Hill at Bicentennial Capitol Mall 1908 Grand Avenue, State Park. No admission charge. tnmuseum.org midtown. An active Tribute To The chapel and museum, King 1953–1977 The Upper Room fea- Texas Troubadour tures a nearly life-size Theatre, 2416 Music wood carving of da Vinci’s The Last Supper, perma- Valley Drive. On nent and seasonal exhibits, as well as a peaceful Mondays and select garden. View Christian artwork dating back to the Thursdays, Celebrating our 20th season, over 12th century, a Madonna and Child Gallery exhibit, 1,100 shows! This high-energy, live musical biog- 100 nativity scenes during the Christmas holidays, raphy starring John Beardsley features all six eras and a Ukrainian egg display during Lent and Easter. of the King’s career, including over 30 songs and Come experience the tranquility of the Upper Room five costume changes, and has thrilled audiences amid the city’s tumult. Open Monday–Thursday, 8 of all ages from New York to Russia. The legend am–4:30 pm, Friday 8 am–12:30 pm. Closed hol- lives on in Nashville’s first and only continuously idays and weekends. Call (615) 340-7207 or visit running show paying tribute to the King in Music chapel.upperroom.org.

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