A Not So Silent Night: A Holiday Extravaganza starring Grammy Nominee and Dove Award Winner Ty Herndon will hit the UAB Alys Stephens Center stage this December 13 through the 16! With a cast of singers and dancers, storyteller Norton Dill, The Birmingham Sugar Babies and Santa himself, this is a sure-fire holiday hit. For
Southern Events & Happenings
StyleBlueprint finds fun things to do in the South each month. No matter if you live in Virginia or Louisiana or somewhere in-between, you will find events perfect for a road trip or to embrace in your own backyard
December 1-22: The Alabama Theatre Christmas Movie Series
Gather up your family and friends— one of Birmingham’s favorite Christmas traditions is back! This December 1 through the 22, enjoy a classic holiday film alongside friends and family at the historic Alabama Theatre. Movie showings include Elf, Home Alone, White Christmas, It’s a Wonderful Life and more. To see the full schedule and purchase
Dec 1-23: Nashville’s Nutcracker
Experience the true magic of the ballet with one of our favorite holiday traditions, Nashville’s The Nutcracker. From December 1 to 23, the Nashville Ballet brings you this beautiful and timeless performance, following the adventures of Clara as she explores the Nutcracker dreamland in an event that the whole family will love. Get your tickets
Dec 8-23: The Brown-Foreman Nutcracker
The holidays would be incomplete without the annual tradition of The Brown-Foreman Nutcracker performed by the Louisville Ballet at the Kentucky Center. From December 8 through December 23, experience all the magic this Christmas classic has to offer. Performance times vary, and tickets start at $35.50. kentuckycenter.org
Dec 19: “The Longest Night”, A Celebration of the Winter Solstice
Join OZ Arts Nashville for a unique multicultural and multidisciplinary celebration of the Winter Solstice on December 19, as part of OZ Arts’ popular TNT | Local Artist Spotlight series. “The Longest Night” brings together more than 40 Nashville-based artists, musicians, dancers and dramatists including the 32-voice Portara Ensemble, famed saxophonist Jeff Coffin (Dave Matthews Band,
Dec 20: 8th Annual Give-A-Jam to End Homelessness at Headliners Music Hall
Jam out to fight homelessness in Louisville with live performances by local musicians and artists, soups from Louisville’s best chefs, a silent auction and a cash bar from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is $20 and includes 10 food and drink tickets. All proceeds will benefit the Coalition for the Homeless’ efforts to end
Dec 21: YULE BALL: A Magical Evening at The Louisville Palace
It’s Christmastime at Hogwarts — and at The Louisville Palace! Grab your wands and dress robes and cast your spell on December 21. General admission tickets are $30, and Dumbledore’s Army VIP Experience is $75. The doors open at 7 p.m. and it is 18+ only. louisvillepalace.com
Dec 22-23: Magic of Memphis at The Cannon Center
Grab your friends and family and start a new holiday musical tradition. The Memphis Symphony Orchestra will be putting on a sparkling celebration of the holiday season, featuring some spectacular talent from the Memphis musical community. The Saturday show runs from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and the Sunday show runs from 2:30 p.m. to
December 22: 13th Annual Birmingham Bowl
Calling all football fans! The 13th Annual Birmingham Bowl is back this December. Enjoy an exciting matchup between Southeastern Conference teams and American Athletic Conference teams on ESPN at 11 a.m. on December 22. Tickets are on sale now! For more information, visit birminghambowl.com.
Through Jan 3: Memphis Arts Collective Holiday Show & Sale
Art, jewelry, food items, textiles, clothing and retro and vintage treasures … you’ll find all this and more at the Memphis Arts Collective Holiday Show & Sale. Get something special while supporting local at this fabulous market. The event runs through January 3, 2019 at 1350 Concourse Ave., Memphis, TN 38104. Hours: Monday through Thursday &
Nov 16 – Dec 31: Lights Under Louisville at the Louisville Mega Cavern
See all of these incredible Christmas lights in the Louisville Mega Cavern from the comfort of your own car! Prices start at $27 per standard vehicle for cash vehicles. Be sure to book your time slot soon! lightsunderlouisville.com
Nov 23-Dec 30: Holiday Wonders at the Garden
Holiday Wonders at The Garden opens Friday, November 23, and runs on select nights through December 30 at the Memphis Botanic Garden. This holiday event features three distinct areas, each with a different theme and all filled with festivities! “Snowy Nights” is an outdoor, interactive and family-oriented venue. “Trees Alight” light show extends to the
Nov 17-Dec 31: Enchanted Forest: Festival of Trees
This yearly event benefiting Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital runs all December long at the Pink Palace Museum. Fun for family members of all ages, this winter wonderland brings the holiday season to life with its cast of animated characters in a snowy “Enchanted Forest.” Witness elves at work and penguins at play, and enjoy a special
Dec 1-Feb 24: Georgia O’Keeffe: Visions of Hawai’i at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art
This landmark exhibition at Memphis Brooks Museum of Arts offers a rare focus on 20 of O’Keeffe’s depictions of Hawai‘i from a nine-week sojourn in 1939 while on commission to produce images for a Hawaiian Pineapple Company promotional campaign. This event runs through February 24. Hours run from Wednesday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.,Thursday and
Through Dec 28: Cirque Dreams Holidaze
From November 16 through December 28, Cirque Dreams Holidaze returns to the Grand Ole Opry House for a holiday spectacular! Back by popular demand, this talented cast of singers, dancers and cirque talent create a dazzling masterpiece that you won’t want to miss. Give the gift of incredible theatrical performance and head to any one
Through Jan 27: Christmas Town
From November 1 to January 27, head to the Customs House Museum & Cultural Center for Christmas Town. This large collection of porcelain pieces was assembled by Jimmy and Sue Drye of Clarksville and was donated to the museum by the Drye’s children in honor of their parents. Bring your family to walk through the village
Dec 31: New Year’s Eve at the Peabody Hotel
New Year’s Eve is always done right at the Peabody Hotel. This year’s party will include performances by Garry Goin Group, Seeing Red and DJ Epic. The party will be hosted throughout the hotel in the Grand Lobby and Mezzanine room with bands playing in the Continental Ballroom. The Rene Koopman trio will also be
Dec 31: NYE Live! at Fourth Street Live!
Ring in the new year with one of the biggest New Year’s Eve parties in Louisville. NYE Live! at Fourth Street Live! will send you into 2019 with live music by 100% Poly, confetti canons, a balloon drop, party favors and the city’s one and only ball drop. This New Year’s Eve party starts at 8 p.m.
Dec 31: The Party Life at Hilton Memphis
This year, Hilton Memphis is presenting a New Year’s Eve experience with live entertainment, balloon drop, hors d’oeuvres, and a might champagne toast. The festivities will begin at 9 p.m. on December 31. Tickets start at $65 for general admission. eventbrite.com
Dec 31: New Year’s Eve on Beale Street
Party with the whole city at a rockin’ New Year’s Eve bash, blues-style! Throughout the night, celebrate with live music, fireworks, food, drinks and more — and be sure and stay for the Hard Rock Cafe Guitar Drop and countdown to midnight. Ring in 2019 in Memphis’ signature style. Festivities start at 10 p.m. bealestreet.com
Dec 31: NYE Champagne Dinner in the Winery
Ring in the New Year at City Winery’s NYE Champagne Dinner! The intimate, candlelit seated dinner will feature a delicious four-course meal prepared by Executive Chef Donald Counts paired with a Sommelier-curated selection of sparkling wine and champagne with each course. Your $125 ticket will include the full meal, table-side service wine pairing and valet
January 1: Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl
OK, so we know this technically doesn’t happen in December but the Peach Bowl is celebrating its golden anniversary — wow, 50 years — so we had to make sure you knew about it ahead of time! If you think pigskins are a tasty appetizer and “moving the chains” means readjusting your choker, don’t worry, you’ll
Feb 1-3: 2019 Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville
The Antiques and Garden Show of Nashville returns for its 29th year, February 1-3, 2019 at the fabulous Music City Center in downtown Nashville. This year’s theme is “A Passion for Home” and includes an incredible lineup of speakers including Faith Hill, Ray Booth, Bobby McAlpine, Leslie Rascoe and more! Tickets are $20 before midnight on
Mar 15-17: Nashville Home + Remodeling Expo
Mark your calendar for the Nashville Home + Remodeling Expo, March 15 through 17, 2019! This three-day home show offers thousands of products, decorating, construction and remodeling ideas for sharing and comparing. Connect with some of the most knowledgeable home experts regarding first-to-market products and reliable services from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and
