Greater Nashville January 2020 Arts Entertainment Dining Maps Nightlife ® Shopping the nashville visitors guide Attractions Key_Ad_Cover.indd 1 12/11/19 11:55 AM Your Nashville Symphony Live at the Schermerhorn PROKOFIEV’S ROMEO & JULIET JANUARY 10 TO 12 january 16 to 18 A CAPPELLA DISNEY SHOWSTOPPERS Guerrero Conducts NFM WROCŁAW PHILHARMONIC january 21* january 24* in concert january 26 february 6 to 9 Valentine's with Patti CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION A DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY LOVE STORY IN SONG LaBelle Star-Studded Tribute • february 13 february 14 615.687.6400 | NashvilleSymphony.org *Presented without the Nashville Symphony. nashville events Road. Come see the Zoo in a whole new light and this month’s feature enjoy the country’s largest Chinese lantern festival FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS (photo above). Over 500 custom-made silk lanterns Grand Ole Opry will be spread across 60 acres, creating elaborate Grand Ole Opry shows are performed every displays with some of your favorite Zoo animals, Friday and Saturday in January. Since 1925, holiday-themed scenes and even a 200-foot-long country’s best dragon. 5–9 pm. nashvillezoo.org have mesmer- TUESDAYS THROUGH SUNDAYS ized audiences TN State Museum Highlights Tours at the Opry, the TN State Museum, show that made 1000 Rosa L. Parks country music fa- Boulevard. Our free mous. While per- Museum Highlights formances from tour is a great way to both legendary see some never-be- entertainers and fore-seen artifacts the latest country and hear some of music acts are the the great stories of Tennessee history. 2–2:45 pm norm, when you go to the Opry, you’ll also (except for holidays). tnmuseum.org enjoy bluegrass bands, comedy, and more. The show moves downtown to its most fa- TUESDAY EVENINGS mous former home, the historic Ryman Tipsy Tour Auditorium, for the winter months. See the 21c Museum Hotel Nashville, 221 2nd Avenue new stars, superstars, and legends of country North. Curious about contemporary art? Learn music on the stage where many of them got about our current exhibition, Fragile Figures: their start and some are experiencing the Beings and Time. Grab a discounted drink 6–7 thrill for the very first time. Artists scheduled pm from the Tipsy Tour menu, and join us in the to appear this month include Alan Jackson, lobby at 7 pm to explore art with a guided tour. Alison Krauss, Zach Williams, Carly Pearce, 21cmuseumhotels.com and more! For Opry tickets and information JANUARY 1-5 visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. Holiday Lights at Cheekwood Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art, 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Delight in the joy DAILY of the remaining holiday season with one million Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Tours lights illuminat- Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer ing the gardens. visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400- Holiday Lights seat venue and country’s most famous show, in- is a timed-tick- cluding themed dressing rooms, the artists’ en- eted event with trance, the Opry stage, and more. Daytime tours two evening time are available seven days a week, featuring an all slots available. new immersive video experience hosted by Garth See real reindeer, Brooks and Trisha Yearwood. For more informa- Santa, holiday car- tion, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. olers, and relax THURSDAY-SUNDAY IN JANUARY at the s’mores pits. Seasonal drinks and food Zoolumination: Chinese Festival of Lights truck goodness will be available for purchase. Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, 3777 Nolensville cheekwood.org 3 Greater Nashville ® the nashville visitors guide Publisher Key Magazine Nashville LLC [email protected] Design & Production Gerri Winchell Findley 9 Music Square South Suite 224 Nashville, TN 37203 (615) 354-9370 • Fax (615) 397-3044 Visit our website: www.nashvillekey.com Key Magazine assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions appearing more than once. Photos Courtesy of: Media Production Services, Robert Ames Cook Chamber of Commerce, Margaret Angell Nashville Convention & Visitors Corporation Tennessee Photographic Services Chris Hollo Photography, Gerri Winchell Findley, Mary Glynn Williamson, David B Lile/davidblile.com Distributed free to Nashville area hotels, motels and visitor information centers. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is prohibited. USPS 543030. this issue This magazine published by Key Magazine Nashville, under license from Key Magazines, Inc. 3805 Ivywood Court, Arlington, TX 76016. Events 3–8 Performing Arts 10–14 TM Key Info 15 Maps 16 –18 Dining 20–21 Key Magazine Locations: Shopping & Services 23 Arizona Carmel/Monterey Chicago Cincinnati Dallas Fort Worth Houston Memphis Milwaukee Nashville Attractions 24–30 Oklahoma City Palm Springs Tulsa Ghana, West Africa Key affiliates are located in Boston, New York City and Pittsburgh. Contact Nashville Key for advertising opportunities. JANUARY 2-4, 11 events Marshmallow Hikes Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Franklin. From superheroes, to horror, to pop-cul- Road. Enjoy a nice hike in the winter woods fol- ture, we’ve got something for everyone! Fan Fest lowed by hot chocolate and roasted marshmal- brings the stars of today’s television shows and lows. Select your hike preference when you regis- movies to you. The events combine the greatness ter online from Challenging, Moderate, or Family/ of Walker Stalker Con and Heroes & Villains Fan Easy. owlshill.org Fest under one roof. fanfestevents.com/nashville JANUARY 3-5, 10-12, 17-19, 24-26, 31 JANUARY 4-5 Winter Market Nashville Home and Garden Show Nashville Farmers’ Market. 900 Rosa L Parks The Fairgrounds Nashville, Expo 3. For one Boulevard. This Market features farmers, artisans weekend, there will be wall-to-wall displays and vendors selling pasture-raised meats, eggs, and exhibits of the latest trends in home im- milk, cheese, lettuce, greens, winter produce, provement. Most importantly you’ll have the honey, mushrooms, baked goods, artisan foods, opportunity to speak directly with experts and arts and crafts, body care products, jewelry, cloth- receive the advice and inspiration you need to ing and more. nashvillefarmersmarket.org turn your dream home or other home improve- JANUARY 3, 14, 20, 21, 31 ment project into a reality. Free admission. The Huckabee Show nashvillehomeandgardenshow.com 30 Music Village Boulevard, JANUARY 4-5 Hendersonville. Be part of a live Intergalactic Bead & Jewelry Show studio audience and enjoy news, The Fairgrounds Nashville, Expo 2. Some of music, entertainment and fun with the finest exhibitors in the business will be on former Governor of Arkansas, Mike Huckabee and hand to answer your questions and delight his special guests! Tickets are free. For ages 16+. your eyes with their many intricate pieces of Seating at 6:30 pm. Walk-ins welcome! Register art. Shop the East Coast’s #1 Bead Show for online or call 833-HUCKABEE for more info. the best of the best! Admission & Hours: $3 huckabeetix.tv advance, $5 at door, $5 parking, 10 am–5 pm; JANUARY 4 beadshows.com Public Star Party JANUARY 7, 16, 18, 27 Bells Bend Outdoor Center, 4187 Old Hickory Nashville Predators Boulevard. Join the Barnard-Seyfert Astronomical Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Enjoy NHL hock- Society 6:30–8:30 pm as they set up telescopes for ey in Smashville on Jan. 7 vs. Boston Bruins; Jan. 16 everyone to enjoy the view of the winter night sky! vs. Anaheim Ducks; Jan. 18 vs. Buffalo Sabres; Jan. bsasnashville.com 27 vs. Dallas Stars at 5:30 pm; Dec. 23 vs. Arizona JANUARY 4-5 Coyotes; Dec. 27 Monster Jam vs. Toronto Maple Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Nashville fans will Leafs. All games witness a fierce battle for the championship with each at 7 pm unless competitor contending in customized high-powered otherwise noted. vehicles: Monster Jam Speedsters, Monster Jam predators.nhl.com ATVs and of course, the iconic Monster Jam trucks in JANUARY 9-12 events sure to leave fans on the edge of their seats. Nashville Boat Show Fans are invited to the pre-event Pit Party before the Music City Center, 201 Fifth Avenue South. Kick off event where they can get up-close-and personal the New Year at the Nashville Boat Show, the larg- with the Monster Jam trucks and drivers, take pho- est event of its kind in Tennessee. The boat show is tos and get autographs. bridgestonearena.com, a one-stop shop to get ready for fun on the water, monsterjam.com with sales on more than 300 boats, plus fishing and JANUARY 4-5 boating educational opportunities, the latest in Fan Fest Nashville marine technologies and outdoor accessories, and Williamson County AG Expo Park, 4215 Long Lane, fun for the whole family. Hours: Thursday 2–9 pm; 5 events JANUARY 17 Nashville Farmers’ Market Night Market Friday 12–9 pm; Saturday 10 am–9 pm; Sunday 11 900 Rosa Parks Boulevard. Shop and dine with lo- am–5 pm. Daily admission: $12 adults (13 and old- cal artisans, restaurants and shops, locally raised er); free for children 12 and under. Free for active meats, freshly baked desserts, seasonal cocktails, military with military ID. Check the website for tick- ADVENTURE craft beer, local wine, and more! All are welcome RESTAURANT • GROUP TOURS ets and daily promotions. nashvilleboatshow.com for live music and family-friendly activities. Free ad- EDUCATION PROGRAMS • MYSTIC MERMAIDS JANUARY 14 mission, 5–9 pm. nashvillefarmersmarket.org BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS Self Care Film Fair JANUARY 18 GROUP MENUS • GIFT SHOP Family & Children’s Services, 2400 Clifton Avenue. Nashville Winter Wellness Festival Kick off the new year with strategies and resources The Fairgrounds Nashville, Speedway. Want ad- for self-care. Watch inspirational short films from vice, help, info on how to get fit, healthy and well in Academy Award winning filmmakers about real- 2020? Then this festival is right for you! Vendors of- life stories of transformation.