‘Tis the season for holiday cheer. Kick off the month with martinis, mistletoe and shopping and slide into the new year with festive events at which you can raise a glass of bubbly. We are thankful to have spent another exciting year in Nashville and we plan to make the most of the few days we have before a new one rolls around. For even more events, including concerts, trunk shows and more, check out the StyleBlueprint calendar of events.
Holiday at Cheekwood | November 27 – December 20, 2015
Live reindeer will visit Cheekwood during the month of December. Pop by to visit Santa’s trusted companions, decorate cookies, hear great music, take a gingerbread house workshop and visit with the Jolly Old Elf. Holiday at Cheekwood is a monthlong celebration to get you in the spirit of the season. This family-friendly event is full of fun and festive activities. cheekwood.org/Holiday
Amy Grant and Vince Gill | December 2-3, 9-10, 16-17 & 22-23, 2015
Once again, Grammy-winning husband-and-wife team, Amy Grant and Vince Gill, will celebrate Christmas at the Ryman. For six nights, they will sing classic tunes and seasonal hymns at the historic Ryman Auditorium. Get your tickets now and celebrate the season at this annual holiday show. This is a two-hour event that you will not want to miss! ryman.com/events/calendar
Martinis & Mistletoe | December 4, 2015
While anyone over 21 is welcome to attended this festive get-together, we have noticed it to be particularly popular for young professionals. Held annually at Cheekwood Botanic Hall, this holiday party features local, late-night eats, an open bar with festive cocktails and live music. Benefiting the Horticultural Society of Middle Tennessee, Martinis & Mistletoe promises to be a fun-filled evening in support of the magnificent Botanical Garden at Cheekwood. Wear your dancing shoes. Cost is $65 per person / $80 at the door hsmtn.org/martinis
Porter Flea | December 4-5, 2015
Kick off this Nashville tradition with the Porter Flea Preview Market, an intimate gathering allows attendees the opportunity to meet with vendors and get a first glimpse of the handmade gifts. For early access, tickets are available for $20. On Saturday, December 6, the artisan market opens to the public and admission is free. The market place will be filled with apparel, accessories, prints, paper goods and furniture from talented local and regional designers and makers. porterflea.com
To read more about Porter Flea, check out this article: styleblueprint.com/nashville/everyday/porter-flea-holiday-market-vendors
Nashville Ballet Presents: Nashville’s Nutcracker | December 5-23, 2015
Nothing signifies the coming of Christmas quite like a day at the ballet with Clara as she adventures through the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets. Make plans to see the Nashville Ballet’s production of this iconic, timeless holiday classic. More than 200 dancers will perform this tale to the sounds of the Nashville Symphony. Tickets start at $28. www.tpac.org/shows/broadway/1516season
South Winter WarmUp and Winter Warmer Beer Festival | December 5, 2015
The Annual 12South Winter WarmUp 6K and 12K race starts at Sevier Park at 8 a.m. and takes runners through the streets of 12S. The race precedes the Annual 12South Winter Warmer Beer Festival, which kicks off at 11 a.m. After the race, wash down bites from local eateries with a cold beer from local breweries. Registration fees range from $30 to $45.12southwinterwarmup.racesonline.com
Dickens of a Christmas | December 12-13, 2015
Held in Historic Downtown Franklin, this free street festival will take you back 150 years to the time of Charles Dickens. It is guaranteed that will you run into characters from Dickens’ stories, including: Ebenezer Scrooge, Marley the Ghost, Tiny Tim, Father Christmas and more. Stop by from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, or from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday for carriage rides, the holiday bazaar, Victorian eats and treats, and the Town Sing. historicfranklin.com/events/dickens-of-a-christmas
Christmas Feast at The Salvation Army | December 25, 2015
On Christmas Day, with the help of volunteers, The Salvation Army expects to serve more than 150 people a traditional turkey dinner. The meals will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the 631 Dickerson Pike Center of Hope location. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Misty Ratcliff at (615) 242-0411, or [email protected]. salarmy-nashville.org
Bash on Broadway | December 31, 2015
Ring in the New Year with Lady Antebellum, this year’s headliner; Gavin DeGraw, Kristen Capolino and The Apache Relay at the Jack Daniel’s Bash on Broadway. This free, New Year’s Eve event features live music, fireworks and the Music Note Drop. Party with your fellow Nashvillians downtown. visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve
Acme’s New Year’s Eve Party | December 31, 2015
For $50, you can enjoy live music, balloon drops, specialty cocktails, a champagne lounge, worldwide countdown TV broadcast, a DJ dance party and a photo booth. If this is not enough, treat yourself to a $150 VIP ticket to add rooftop access, fireworks and an hour of complimentary champagne to the list of reasons to attend. eventbrite.com/new-years-eve-acme
Tennessee’s Home for the Holidays | Dates, TBD
Join Gov. Bill Haslam and his wife, Crissy, for the annual Tennessee’s Home for the Holidays open house event held at the Tennessee Residence. The tours are offered each December and each year features a different decoration theme that showcases our great state. www.tn.gov/firstlady/section/home-for-the-holidays
Holiday Lights Carriage Tours | Dates, TBD
December brings bright and stunning displays of holiday lights. What better way to see the lights and gorgeous homes than to tour the Hillsboro-West End neighborhood via carriage? The Holiday Lights Carriage Tours take you through the heart of this Nashville neighborhood in horse-drawn carriages. Enjoy live music, carols, hot cider and refreshments during this festive, 30-minute clip-clopping tour. Reserve your tour and be sure to wear your warmest winter attire! hwen.org/tour
First Saturday Art Crawl | First Saturday January – December
From January –through December, we find ourselves looking forward to the first Saturday of each month, when we have an excuse to check out our favorite galleries around downtown. Each month, we will be stopping by The Arts Company, Rymer Gallery, Tinney Contemporary, Hatch Show Print’s Haley Gallery, and dozens of additional galleries for their new exhibits! This event is free. www.nashvilledowntown.com
Nashville Flea Market | Third Saturday January – December
Each month, the Tennessee State Fairgrounds fills with dealers and vendors from more than 30 states to sell gifts, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, arts and crafts, tools, housewares, handmade clothing, furniture and hundreds of other items. Held the third Saturday of each month, you never know what treasures you will find at the Nashville Flea Market! styleblueprint.com/nashville-flea-market