Greater Nashville February 2017 Arts Entertainment Dining Maps Nightlife ® Shopping the nashville visitors guide Attractions Key_Ad_Cover.indd 1 1/5/17 12:24 PM nashville Your Nashville Symphony events LIVE AT THE SCHERMERHORN | GET TICKETS TODAY February 2, 4, 7, 11, 12, 21, 23, 25, 26 – this month’s feature Nashville Predators Home Games Fridays & Saturdays, plus Tuesdays Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Enjoy NHL beginning February 14 – Grand Ole hockey in Smashville as the Predators take on PINES IN THE Opry the Edmonton Oilers on February 2; Detroit Red 2804 Opryland Drive. Grand Ole Opry shows Wings on February 4; Vancouver Canucks on of MOOD are performed every Friday and Saturday, February 7; Florida Panthers on February 11 (1 pm); ROME AMERICA’S FAVORITE plus Tuesdays beginning February 14. The Dallas Stars on February 12 (5 pm); Calgary Flames BIG BAND MUSICAL show returns to the Grand Ole Opry House on February 21; Colorado Avalanche on February on February 4 after the winter months at its 23; Washington Capitals on February 25 (4 pm); A E G I S Edmonton Oilers on February 26 (4 pm). All games S C I E N C E S FOUNDATION most famous former home, the historic Ryman EST. 2013 February 10 & 11 February 12 Auditorium. Since 1925, country’s best have at 7 pm, unless otherwise noted. predators.nhl.com mesmerized audiences at the Opry, the show that made country music famous. While per- February 2-5 – Bluegrass Music Awards formances from both legendary entertain- Sheraton Music City Hotel, 777 McGavock Pike. VALENTINE’S WITH ers and the latest The four-day event features dozens of nationally country music acts touring bluegrass acts performing traditional tunes & THE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY are the norm, when and original works as well as speaking engage- ments with industry professionals, workshops, an THE TEMPTATIONS you go to the Opry, A MOTOWN POPS you’ll also enjoy awards show and a Battle of the Bands contest. spbgma.com TO bluegrass bands, february 14 & 15 FEBruary 16 18 comedy, and more. See the new stars, February 3-5 – Antiques & Garden Show superstars, and legends of country music on of Nashville the stage where many of them got their start Music City Center, 201 Fifth Avenue South. Now the and some are experiencing the thrill for the in its 27th year, the Antiques and Garden Show of ritE of very first time. Artists scheduled to appear Nashville is the largest show in the country with sPRING this month include the Oak Ridge Boys, Chris more than 150 vendors displaying spectacular with the Nashville Symphony Janson, RaeLynn, the Del McCoury Band garden spaces, fine antiques, horticultural items, and more. This year’s “Cultivated Style” theme (pictured), and more! For Opry tickets and in- formation visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. has attracted our most impressive and entertain- A E G I S ing lineup of speakers in years – authors, design- S C I E N C E S FOUNDATION EST. 2013 TO March 3 FEBRUARY 23 25 Daily – Grand Ole Opry House ers, media personalities, landscape and event Backstage Pass Tours experts. Keynote speaker Nate Berkus has be- Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House of- come one of the world’s most recognizable inte- fer visitors an up-close look at the celebrated rior designers. Honorary chair and award-winning 4,400-seat venue and country’s most famous architect Gil Schafer is consistently recognized show, including themed dressing rooms, the as a leading practitioner of contemporary clas- artists’ entrance, the Opry stage, and more. sical architecture. This is the ultimate destina- & Edgar Meyer World Premiere Daytime tours are available seven days a week tion for new and ardent antique collectors, avid featuring Blake Shelton as your video tour gardeners, and those seeking design inspiration. guide. Tours are also available following most antiquesandgardenshow.com A E G I S S C I E N C E S FOUNDATION March 9 to 11 EST. 2013 March 16 to 18 Opry performances with video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-a-lifetime experi- February 4 – Nashville Rollergirls ence, try our Behind the Curtain VIP tour. For Nashville Expo Center, Sports Arena, 625 Smith more information, visit opry.com or call (615) Avenue. The Rollergirls begin their new sea- 615.687.6400615.687.6400 • NashvilleSymphony.org | NashvilleSymphony.org 871-OPRY. son with a Scrimmage-A-Thon and pre-season 2 3 Greater Nashville Doubleheader. Doors open at 5 pm; Bouts be- events gin at 5:30 pm and 7:15 pm. Admission: $15 ages 13+; $7 seniors 62+; military and children 6-14, free for 5 and under. Hours: Friday 12–9 pm, 7-12; free for children 6 and under; $5 parking. Saturday 9 am–8 pm, Sunday 10 am–5 pm; $5 nashvillerollergirls.com parking. tnboatexpo.com February 4 – Public Star Party February February 11 – Second Saturday Laser ® the nashville visitors guide Edwin Warner Park, 2547 Old Hickory Boulevard. Shows at Sudekem Planetarium Join the Barnard-Seyfert Astronomical Society as Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley they set up telescopes for everyone to enjoy the Boulevard. After-hours showings of stunning plan- view of the winter night sky! (Cancelled for clouds etarium and special laser music shows, with millions Publisher or inclement weather.) bsasnashville.com of stars and digital visual effects. See a single show Key Magazine Nashville LLC or make it a full evening and buy tickets for all three [email protected] February 4 – Chocolate Affair shows! Jukebox Heroes at 8:30 pm is a flashback Design & Production Marathon Music Works, 1402 Clinton Street. to a time when big hair, neon lights and a jukebox Gerri Winchell Findley Lightning 100’s Chocolate Affair brings together were all you needed; ‘Get Comfortably Numb’ in some of the best things in life – food, drinks, music the dome as you journey beyond the normal Floyd 9 Music Square South Suite 224 and chocolate! Food artisans from all over Music experience into some of their other classic hits at Nashville, TN 37203 City will be sampling their mouth-watering cre- The Other Side of Pink Floyd at 9:30 pm; If you (615) 354-9370 • Fax (615) 397-3044 ations from the sweet to the savory. You’ll experi- got a Whole Lotta Love for Led Zeppelin, take the Visit our website: ence the best chocolatiers, candy creators, bakers Stairway to Heaven to listen to some Rock-n-Roll at www.nashvillekey.com and food makers all in one place. Not to men- this ultimate Led Zeppelin experience at 10:30 pm. Key Magazine assumes no tion, the chocolate fountain! The 2017 Chocolate sudekumplanetarium.com responsibility for errors or omissions Affair will also showcase jazz songbird, Laura appearing more than once. Mayo & Her Boyfriends. This event is 21 and over. February 12 – Great Backyard Bird Count Photos Courtesy of: marathonmusicworks.com Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Pike. Spend some Media Production Services, Robert Ames Cook time along the Zoo trails prac- Chamber of Commerce, Margaret Angell ticing bird counting using Nashville Convention & Visitors Corporation February 10 – Full Moon Hikes Tennessee Photographic Services • For ages 21 and up, 5–7 pm: Warner Park Nature birding identification tools, Chris Hollo Photography, Aimee Stubbs, Center, 7311 Highway 100. Experience the glow learn about the Zoo’s global Mary Glynn Williamson, Gerri Winchell Findley of February’s full “snow moon” during this hike bird conservation projects, Mary Glynn Williamson Distributed free to Nashville area hotels, motels through Edwin Warner Park. We’ll hike, watch the and listen to a presenta- Northern Cardinal and visitor information centers. All rights reserved. moon rise, and afterwards return to a campfire, ap- tion from Cyndi Routledge, master hummingbird Reproduction of any part is prohibited. USPS 543030. this issue This magazine published by Key Magazine Nashville, petizers, hot chocolate and craft beer donated by bander from Southeastern Avian Research. 11 under license from Key Magazines, Inc. Blackstone Brewery. nashville.gov am–1 pm, included in admission. nashvillezoo.org Events 3–6 3805 Ivywood Court, Arlington, TX 76016. • For all ages, 7–8 pm: Shelby Bottoms Nature Galleries & Exhibits 7 Center, 1900 Davidson Street. Bundle up and join February 12 – Nashville Chili Festival TM us for a fantastic full moon hike and learn why his- Basement East, 917 Woodland Street. Locals are in- NASHVILLE TRAVEL AND Performing Arts 8–11 TOURISM PROFESSIONALS torically it has been called the “bone moon”! Hot vited to enter their best chili recipes to be tasted by Dining 12–14 cocoa will be provided. Registration required. Call an esteemed panel of judges. While the chili is the (615) 862-8539 or email shelbybottomsnature@ star of the event, guests can also enjoy live musical Key Info 15 nashville.gov. performances and brave a pepper-eating contest, Key Magazine Locations: Maps 16 –18 and the younger guests can participate in various Arizona Carmel/Monterey Chicago Cincinnati February 10-12 – Tennessee Boat & kid’s activities. 12–3 pm. nashvillechilifestival.com Dallas Fort Worth Houston Memphis Milwaukee Nashville Shopping & Services 20–21 Oklahoma City Palm Springs Tulsa Ghana, West Africa Fishing Expo Attractions 23–30 Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood February 17 – Nashville Farmers’ Market Key affiliates are located in Boston, New York City and Pittsburgh. Avenue. The top boat and tackles dealers will be Night Market on hand with something for everyone! Check out 900 Rosa Parks Boulevard. Experience the Contact Nashville Key for advertising opportunities. all the hottest new boats with dealer incentives Farmers’ Market for one of the most unique Friday and load up on tons of tackle with discount pric- night experiences in Nashville on the third Friday ing.