24 Nashville Events & Happenings: June 2026
Consider June’s social calendar handled: these are the Nashville happenings worth penciling in! Image: Facebook / Country Music Association
Summer in Nashville is booked and busy in the best possible way. Chef-driven dinners, theater performances, lively celebrations, and a full slate of festivals make it easy to see why the calendar is filling up fast. These can’t-miss Nashville June events are bringing extra energy to kick off the start of the season.
Through August 30, 2026: International Surrealism from Tate: Fifty Years of Dreams
Dream logic takes over the Frist Art Museum this summer with International Surrealism from Tate: Fifty Years of Dreams. This exhibition from the U.K.’s famed Tate Museum explores the movement’s history through paintings, sculpture, photography, and film. Featuring works from renowned artists like Jean Arp, Salvador Dalí, Max Ernst, and René Magritte, it’s the perfect excuse to spend an afternoon getting a little lost inside your own imagination. fristartmuseum.org
June 1, 2026: Statehood Day Celebration
The Tennessee State Museum is throwing Tennessee one very festive birthday party as this year’s Statehood Day celebrates the nation’s 250th and the state’s 230th anniversaries with free programming. Expect folklife performances, hands-on activities, guided exhibit tours, Storytime with Miss Tennessee Zoe Scheiderich, screenings, traditional arts demonstrations, and the museum’s annual celebratory cupcakes. tnmuseum.org
June 4 – 6, 2026: Manual Cinema: The 4th Witch
Shakespeare gets hauntingly reimagined as Chicago-based Manual Cinema brings The 4th Witch to OZ Arts Nashville. Told through shadow puppetry, live music, actors in silhouette, and real-time projections, this visually stunning production flips Macbeth on its head with a dark, cinematic story that feels equal parts theater and art installation. Tickets begin at $35. ozartsnashville.org
June 4 – 7, 2026: CMA Fest
Grab your boots and cowboy hat because Country music’s biggest party is back! CMA Fest 2026 takes over downtown with four straight days of stadium shows, riverfront concerts, fan experiences, and Broadway buzz. Headlining artists include Ella Langley, Keith Urban, Blake Shelton, and Carly Pearce at Nissan Stadium, plus free daytime stages, surprise collaborations, and plenty of honky-tonk hopping in between. cmafest.com
June 5 – 7, 2026: An Evening with Nashville Ballet 2
Nashville Ballet’s NB2 company heads to The Factory at Franklin for an evening of bold contemporary dance showcasing the next generation of talent. It’s a mix of athleticism, artistry, and emotionally charged choreography in a setting that brings audiences closer to the movement — and the dancers. Tickets are $45 each. nashvilleballet.com
June 6, 2026: Singer-Songwriter Concert Series
The free concert series at Wildwood Resort and Marina kicks off this month with intimate evenings of stories and acoustic performances on the shores of Cordell Hull Lake just outside Nashville. The event includes sunset views, cocktails, and live music. wildwoodresorttn.com
June 7, 2026: Live Music at Streetcar Taps & Garden
For live music without the crowds of CMA Fest, visit Streetcar Taps & Garden in Germantown to hear music from Whit Murray and Wes Bailey. Performance goes from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. germantown.streetcartaps.com
June 9 – 11: The Rare Tour at Prime & Proper
Widely regarded as one of the world’s premier culinary dinner series, The Rare Tour is bringing its celebrated four-handed dining experience to Prime & Proper at the Grand Hyatt on June 9, 10, and 11 for exclusive chef collaborations. After successful events in food capitals like London, Tokyo, Singapore, and Sydney, the Nashville event offers a chance to experience the tour’s luxurious blend of high-level hospitality, creative collaboration, and globally inspired cuisine. Reservations are required, with prices starting at $270 per guest. theraretour.com
June 9 – 14, 23 – 28 & 30, 2026: Nashville Sounds Home Games
Summer nights at First Horizon Park are officially in full swing! The Nashville Sounds play at home throughout the month with a packed lineup of games against the Durham Bulls and Gwinnett Stripers. Fans can look forward to Fireworks Fridays, exclusive giveaways, skyline views, cold beer, and more. milb.com
June 10, 2026: Belle Meade Bourbon Dinner at Char
Bourbon lovers, clear your calendars! Char Nashville is teaming up with Belle Meade Bourbon for a special evening featuring expertly crafted cocktails and a multi-course menu of Southern fare designed to complement the distillery’s signature pours. Tickets are $130. eventbrite.com
June 11 – 14, 2026: Bonnaroo
Festival season officially peaks when Bonnaroo returns to The Farm in Manchester, bringing four days of live music, camping, and fun. This year’s lineup is stacked with the biggest names, including The Strokes, Noah Kahan, Alabama Shakes, Kesha, and Teddy Swims. One-day tickets start at $174. bonnaroo.com
June 12, 2026: Brew at the Zoo
Summer Fridays get a grown-up upgrade during Brew at the Zoo, the annual after-hours event where guests can sip craft beer, wine, cider, and seltzers while wandering the Nashville Zoo after dark. Live music, food trucks, and animal encounters take place from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., with more than 60 beverage vendors pouring throughout the night. General admission is $85. nashvillezoo.org
June 12 & 13, 2026: Porter Flea Summer Market
Porter Flea Summer Market returns to the Fairgrounds for a two-day indoor marketplace packed with independent makers, artists, vintage curators, and small brands from across the South. Shop handcrafted jewelry, home goods, fashion, and more during the ticketed Preview Market on June 12 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Main Market takes place on June 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. porterflea.com
June 12, 19 & 26, 2026: Roots & Rhythms Americana Concert Series
Music history gets a live soundtrack this summer at The Hermitage with the new Roots & Rhythms Americana Concert Series. This three-night outdoor celebration pairs bluegrass, R&B, gospel, and country performances with local food, drinks, and open-air lawn seating. thehermitage.com
June 13, 2026: Friuli Wine Tasting: The Alps in Bloom
Escape to Northern Italy — no passport required — at Yolan’s Friuli Wine Tasting, where guests sip their way through standout pours from one of Italy’s most celebrated wine regions alongside expertly paired bites. Tickets are $85 per person. yolannashville.com
June 13, 2026: Stephens Valley BBQ & Bluegrass
Summer in Stephens Valley wouldn’t be complete without BBQ & Bluegrass, the community’s free, open-to-the-public annual celebration of smoky barbecue, live music, and laid-back summer fun. Wander vendor booths, grab a plate with friends, and settle in for bluegrass tunes as the sun sets — all capped off with a fireworks finale. stephensvalley.com
June 13, 2026: 6th Annual InterNASHional Night Market
The InterNASHional Night Market takes place at GEODIS Park, transforming the stadium into a World Cup-themed celebration of global food, culture, and community. Hosted by the Tennessee Immigrant & Refugee Rights Coalition, the family-friendly festival features dozens of local and international food vendors, artisan booths, cultural performances, and a Kids’ Zone. General admission starts at $55. internashional.org
June 13 – August 8, 2026: Beginner Wheel Throwing
Channel your inner artist this summer with the Leu Center for Visual Arts’ eight-week Beginner Wheel Throwing course, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of shaping and glazing ceramic pieces, including cups, bowls, and vases. Starting June 13 and held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon through August 8, the hands-on class lets you leave with finished creations — not just clay under your fingernails. watkinsce.asapconnected.com
June 16 – July 31, 2026: Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony
Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony returns to Schermerhorn Symphony Center for an exclusive limited run with the Nashville Symphony, transforming the country icon’s catalog into a sweeping multimedia concert experience. Featuring guest vocalists, lush new orchestrations, and on-screen narration from Dolly herself, the production brings classics like “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors,” and “I Will Always Love You” to life in seriously cinematic fashion. nashvillesymphony.org
June 17 – 28, 2026: Hamilton
The room where it happens is officially back in Nashville as Hamilton returns to TPAC’s Jackson Hall. Lin-Manuel Miranda’s culture-shifting musical blends hip-hop, history, heartbreak, and nonstop energy into a Broadway phenomenon that still feels just as thrilling the second (or third) time around. tpac.org
June 19, 2026: Juneteenth615
Juneteenth615 is a citywide celebration of Black culture, creativity, music, and community, featuring live performances, local vendors, food, and art. Highlights include Tennessee’s first and only Juneteenth Freedom Firework Display at Historic Fort Negley, accompanied by a live performance from the Nashville African American Wind Symphony. juneteenth615.com
June 20 & 21, 2026: Exposition of Elegance: Classic Cars & Motorcycles
Father’s Day weekend cruises into Cheekwood Estate & Gardens with the annual Exposition of Elegance, pairing vintage automobiles and classic motorcycles with the estate’s lush summer gardens. Explore everything from Rolls-Royces and Packards to Austin-Healeys, while enjoying live jazz, cocktails, food trucks, family activities, and the beloved Tour d’Elegance through Belle Meade. cheekwood.org
June 26, 2026: June Sunset Supper
Dinner party meets farm-to-table magic at The Heimerdinger Foundation’s June Sunset Supper, where Chef Johnny Haffner serves a candlelit, five-course menu based on seasonal corn recipes at The Barn at Edinburgh. The communal-style evening benefits the foundation’s Meals 4 Health and Healing program for Nashville families facing cancer. Tickets are $225. crm.nonprofiteasy.com
June 27, 2026: Nashville Pride Parade & Festival
Nashville Pride is a full day of celebration and community, kicking off with the annual Pride Parade down Broadway before heading to Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park for live music, drag performances, local vendors, art installations, and more. nashvillepride.org
Have a great June, Nashville!
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Anne Marie Hanna
An Ole Miss alum residing in Nashville, Anne Marie is passionate about telling the stories shaping the South. Outside of work, you’ll likely find her on a porch with a coffee and a good book, gardening, listening to music, or enjoying time with friends and family.