As we head into the final weeks of summer, we’re ready to soak up the season and experience as much as possible. From outdoor festivals to movie screenings and live music, this month is jam-packed with local events. Here are some fabulous Nashville happenings not to miss this month!
August 4, 2023: Melka Winemaker Dinner
Join Chef Mark Vuckovich at The Westin for a carefully curated five-course dinner. Dishes include pan-seared halibut, maple leaf duck breast, grilled New York strip, and more. Plus, each course is paired with a delicious wine. The event kicks off at 6:30 p.m., and tickets are $150. eventbrite.com
August 4 – 6, 2023: Big Machine Music City Grand Prix
The Big Machine Music City Grand Prix returns to Nashville for a three-day event featuring courses that take racers by Nissan Stadium and over the Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge. The event also includes a handful of musical performances by artists like Gavin Degraw, Tiera Kennedy, Megan Moroney, Flo Rida, and more. Single-day tickets begin at $39, and three-day general admission tickets start at $139. musiccitygp.com
August 5, 2023: An Evening at NunaVeda Greenhouse
Indulge in a unique and enchanting dining experience as NunaVeda Greenhouse partners with BAMFoods Catering to bring you an extraordinary dinner. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and the culinary arts as you dine next to a breathtaking greenhouse. The evening also includes live music from Pat McLaughlin. Tickets are $135, and the fun begins at 6 p.m. (Note: This is a 21-and-up event.) eventbrite.com
August 5, 2023: Aug-tober Fest with the Nashville Sounds
Join the Nashville Sounds for Aug-tober Fest at First Horizon Park! The Sounds are slated to wear new powder blue Nashville Brewskis jerseys, and the event features live polka music. Plus, the first 1,000 fans can take home a Sounds cooler sling perfect for your favorite six-pack. Tickets start at $10 and are available HERE. Gates open at 5:15 p.m., and the first pitch is at 6:35 p.m.
August 11, 2023: Nashville Predators Craft Beer Festival
Get out of the summer heat and join the Nashville Predators for craft brews, food, games, and entertainment at Bridgestone Arena. General admission tickets are $75, and proceeds benefit the Preds Foundation, which supports Middle Tennessee nonprofit groups and programs in the community. The fun begins at 6:30 p.m. (Note: Designated driver tickets are also available.) nhl.com
August 11, 2023: “Don’t Hassle Me I’m Local” Concert Series: Lore
Brooklyn Bowl Nashville is showcasing local Nashville artists throughout August as part of its “Don’t Hassle Me I’m Local” series. On Friday, August 11, you can enjoy performances by  Lore, Pocket Knife String Band, Lowfye50, and Hollow Head. Tickets are $10, and the show starts at 7 p.m. brooklynbowl.com
August 11 & 12, 2023: 20th Annual Tomato Art Fest
East Nashville’s Tomato Art Fest returns to the Five Points neighborhood! The festival is free to attend and includes music, art, food, costumes, shopping, and more. Featured events include the Bloody Mary Garden Party, Tomato Art Show, a home decorating contest, and the “Push, Pull, and Wear” Parade. tomatoartfest.com
August 13, 2023: The Pink Bride Wedding Show
Calling all brides-to-be! The Pink Bride Wedding Show heads to the Nashville Fairgrounds on Sunday, August 13. The event includes some of the best professionals in the wedding industry, all under one roof. Tickets are $2.99 for brides-to-be and their guests, while regular admission is $15. Event hours are noon to 4 p.m. thepinkbride.com
August 13, 2023: Beatrix Potter Family Tea Party
Join the Frist Art Museum for a tea party celebrating the exhibition Beatrix Potter: Drawn to Nature. Participants can enjoy a catered afternoon tea along with an introduction to tea history and etiquette. Admission is $35 for museum members and $40 for non-members. The event runs from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. fristartmuseum.org
August 15, 2023: Ferragosto at The Joseph – An Italian Summer Celebration
Acclaimed Chef Tony Mantuano and Cathy Mantuano host the inaugural Ferragosto at The Joseph, inspired by the Italian holiday. The evening includes food, drinks, live music, and rooftop fun. Tickets are $150 and include two drink tickets and a dinner of tray-passed antipasti and Italian specialties. The fun kicks off at 5 p.m., and VIP upgrades are also available. eventbrite.com
August 16, 2023: Miel’s Harvest Dinner
Join Miel as the restaurant hosts its eighth-annual celebration of summer vegetables on Wednesday, August 16. This prix fixe meal includes “a feast from the fields,” highlighting local farmers. The event begins at 6 p.m., and registration starts at $85. mielrestaurant.com
August 17 – 26, 2023: Tennessee State Fair
The 2023 Tennessee State Fair once again heads to the James E. Ward Agricultural Center in Lebanon, TN. The family-friendly event includes fair rides, barrel racing, cooking demonstrations, livestock shows, and more. Gates open at 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. on Saturday, and noon on Sunday. Fair admission is $12 for adults, $6 for children (ages 6 to 12), and kids under 5 are free. Season tickets are also available. wilsoncountytnstatefair.com
August 18 & 19, 2023: 7th Annual Defy Film Festival
Named “best indie film festival” by the Nashville Scene, this year’s Defy Film Festival is slated to host 64 films and over 20 filmmakers. The two-day event takes place at Studio 615, and individual tickets are $12.50. Weekend passes that offer access to unlimited screenings are also available. defyfilmfestival.com
August 19, 2023: Black Arts Bash
Head to Cheekwood Estate & Gardens to celebrate talented Black artists. From 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., attendees can enjoy music, dancing, storytelling, spoken word, and more. Performers include the Jovan Quallo Quintet, The McCrary Sisters, Sunny Dada & Afrokokoroot, Charles “Wigg” Walker, and Brassville. Other offerings include a community quilt activity, story time, children’s activities, and more. Entry to the event is included with general admission tickets. cheekwood.org
August 19, 2023: Titans Foundation 5K
Presented by SeatGeek, the Titans Foundation 5K is a one-of-a-kind racing event that concludes on the 50-yard line at Nissan Stadium. Registration starts at $60 and includes a commemorative t-shirt and a ticket to a Titans game on Sunday, December 17, or Sunday, December 24. The race begins at 8:30 a.m. tennesseetitans.com
August 19, 2023: Star Wars Night with the Nashville Sounds
It’s Star Wars Night at First Horizon Park! Join the Nashville Sounds for character appearances, a lightsaber giveaway, and specialty jerseys that benefit CreatiVets. Star Wars costumes are encouraged, and the first 2,000 fans can take home their own lightsaber. Be sure to arrive early when gates open at 5:15 p.m. to enjoy all the activities and live music. Tickets are available now and start at $10. milb.com
August 20, 2023: Jazz on the Cumberland
Through October, Jazz on the Cumberland is a monthly event that hosts some of the best local, regional, and national jazz artists. Bring your favorite blanket or lawn chair and listen to live music as you enjoy a variety of food trucks, concessions, and vendors. The free event runs from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. victorchatman.com
August 24, 2023: Fill Your Cup Women’s Conference
Fill Your Cup is a one-day self-care conference that pours into passionate, career-driven women who are making space for their dreams and desires as they rediscover their worth. Speakers include Mignon Francois of The Cupcake Collection, Ashley Brooke James of TRILUNA, Ciji Townsend of Balanced Not Busy, and more. Doors open at 9 a.m., and programming begins at 10 a.m. Tickets start at $297. fillyourcupconference.com
August 25, 2023: Way Late Play Late: Weird Science
Adventure Science Center’s next Way Late Play Date is your chance to explore weird, wacky, and wonderful science and get answers to all your burning science questions. Guests can enjoy expert-guided experiments and collaborations while learning some jaw-dropping scientific factoids. The fun begins at 7 p.m., and tickets can be purchased HERE.
August 26, 2023: GasLamp Summer Appraisal Fair
Bring your family heirlooms to the GasLamp Appraisal Fair on Saturday, August 26. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is led by Sam Holden. There is a three-item limit per person, and spaces are limited. The cost is $10 per appraised item. Call (615) 297-2224 or (615) 292-2250 for more information, or visit gaslampantiques.com. (Note: Each participant must complete an application and be assigned an appraisal time for the event at the GasLamp Too location.)
Have an amazing August, Nashville!
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