As if graduation parties, weddings, showers, sporting events and the final days of a school year weren’t enough to keep your head spinning, Nashville promises 21 more festive happenings to add to your calendar. From celebrating fresh strawberries, local artisans and rosé to watching beautiful fashion, dance and film shows, this month has plenty to keep you busy! Pencil in these dates, reserve your spot (when needed) and go enjoy the beauty of May in Music City!
Celebrate the gems in 12South and Belmont/Hillsboro at the Sevier Park Fest on May 3 and 4! Image: Sevier Park Fest
April 25-May 19, 2019: Tomás and the Library Lady at Nashville Children’s Theatre
Continuing this May, the beloved story of Tomás and the Library Lady comes to the Nashville Children’s Theatre! This special tale by José Cruz González, adapted from the book by Pat Mora will be performed with sections of dialogue in both English and Spanish, following the true story of Tomás Rivera as he befriends a local librarian. Tickets for adults are $21 and tickets for youth are $16. Choose from nine performance times and bring the whole family to this special bilingual production at NCT! nashvillechildrenstheatre.org
May 2, 2019: Gulch Night Market
The Gulch Night Market is back for the 2019 season and we can’t wait! The first night is May 2 and the market lasts from 5 to 9 p.m. Mark your calendars now to catch one of these fun evenings of celebrating local vendors! Returning vendors include Aero Bar, Amelia’s Flower Truck, Apple & Oak, Pet Wants, Califarmia, Nash Collection and more. Families and pets are welcome at this free and open event! For an updated list of vendors, visit gulchnightmarket.com.
May 2, 2019: Crew Aviation | Rally on the Runway
The 4th Annual Crew Aviation | Rally on the Runway returns to Nashville on May 2, 2019! This New York-style fashion show is set to feature incredible children who are either fighting or have fought cancer, known as “Rally Kids”, escorted by members of the Tennessee Titans. Titans All-Star defensive end Jurrell Casey and his wife Ryan will serve as Honorary Chairs and the event’s emcee will be Dawn Davenport of 104.5 The Zone and ESPN/SEC Network. General admission tickets are $175 and VIP tickets are $250 and include access to the after-party with Tennessee Titans. Proceeds from the evening will benefit the Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research. RallyFoundation.org
May 2-4, 2019: The Harding Art Show 2019
The 2019 Harding Art Show is back for its 44th year! For three days this May, the oldest school-sponsored fine art show in Middle Tennessee returns for a special week to celebrate beautiful pieces from talented artists around the country. This year’s featured artist is the incredible Chattanooga-based painter Vesela Baker. Held at Harding Academy, the event is open to the public and attracts more than 4,000 visitors from across the city each year. Proceeds from this incredible three-day art celebration benefit Harding Academy’s student programs, facilities and art education. Check the schedule of events and mark your calendar because you don’t want to miss the Harding Art Show 2019. thehardingartshow.com
May 3-5, 2019: Stephens Valley Spring Home Tour
For three days this May, Stephens Valley invites you to their Spring Home Tour! Enter for free to see 12 new homes by Celebration Homes, DeFatta Custom Homes, Legend Homes, Rochford Realty and Construction Company and Sipple Homes. All in various stages and ranging in price and square footage, this beautiful tour is not to be missed. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 3-4 and from 12 noon to 5 p.m. on May 5, see all that Stephens Valley has to offer! stephensvalley.com
May 3-4, 2019: Sevier Park Fest
The beloved Sevier Park Fest is a celebration of local food, art, fashion, music and more! In its 7th year, the business and neighbors of the 12South and Belmont/Hillsboro communities invite you to enjoy two days of festivities. On May 3, grab your tickets to see Gin Blossoms and Frances Cone from 6 to 10 p.m. in the park and then experience a full day of free festival fun on May 4 in Sevier Park. The festival on Saturday, May 4 will last from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and showcase some of your favorite local spots. Also make sure to check out the Sevier Park Criterium Race on Saturday, presented by Halcyon Bike Shop! sevierparkfest.com
May 3-5, 2019: 48th Annual Spring Tennessee Craft Fair
For 48 years, the Annual Spring Tennessee Craft Fair has drawn attendees from all over the country and offered a platform for artists to connect with the community, demonstrate their skills, share their knowledge and inspire future craftsmen. From live demonstrations and kids activities to food vendors and plenty of shopping, there’s something for the whole family. Check out the virtual map of vendors and make your plans to shop one-of-a-kind pieces from talented artisans on the lawn at Centennial Park! tennesseecraft.org
May 4, 2019: Derby Day Celebration
It’s Kentucky Derby season and the Frist Art Museum invites you to celebrate in a fun day inspired by its current exhibition, A Sporting Vision: The Paul Mellon Collection of British Sporting Art from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. From 3 to 6 p.m., listen to live music, tour the exhibition and then cheer on as you watch the race itself! Entry is $20 for members and $30 for not-yet members. 21+ guests can enjoy Belle Meade Bourbon samples and purchase mint juleps from the cash bar. Register now! fristartmuseum.org
May 4, 2019: 5th Annual Strawberry Jubilee
May 9, 16 & 30, 2019: NightLight 615’s Nashville’s 21+ Outdoor Movie Series
A great flick, delicious bites from food trucks, a great selection of craft beer and wine and a skyline view make for the essential summer evening, formally known as Nashville’s 21+ Outdoor Movie Series! For six evenings this summer, NightLight 615 brings you an incredible schedule of movies shown under the stars at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. Single date tickets are $9 in advance and $15 at the door while a $50 season pass gets you access to all movies and special season pass features. Make your plans to see Dazed & Confused, Mean Girls and Wedding Crashers this May and mark your calendar for the remaining summer 2019 dates! nightlight615.com
May 11, 2019: Yoga on the Field
Switch up your Mother’s Day plans with Yoga on the Field, Saturday, May 11! Enjoy twilight yoga, cocktails and shopping under the lights at Nissan Stadium in the fifth annual Yoga on the Field gathering. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the one hour class starts promptly at 6 p.m., with fun shopping and activities to follow. Though cocktails will be available, the event is open to all ages! Tickets are $20 per person. See you there! yogaonthefield.com
May 11, 2019: A Floral Experience: Garden Installation
On Saturday, May 11, you’re invited to join Green Door Gourmet’s floral designer, Alex Zody for A Floral Experience! Create a collaborative floral installation in the farm’s gazebo, sip on a glass of bubbly paired with fresh strawberries, have your picture taken and end the day with a guided private tour of the flower fields. Tickets are $50 per person or two for $90 and include participation in all of the festivities as well as a 10% discount in the Green Door Gourmet store. The day kicks off at 10 a.m. so reserve your spot now to celebrate the beautiful spring blooms this May in Nashville! greendoorgourmet.com
May 11, 2019: Mother’s Day Tea & Fashion Show
Grab your ticket for you and your mom, don your favorite hat and dress in the styles of your favorite decade for the Mother’s Day Tea & Fashion Show at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage! The elegant tea party in the Tulip Grove mansion will honor the legacy of the Ladies’ Hermitage Association and feature a “Women of the Hermitage” fashion show, telling stories of women across the centuries with beautiful dresses. Tickets are $40 per person and include a formal seated tea and hors d’oeuvres in the home to the President’s niece and acting First Lady, Emily Donelson. thehermitage.com
May 11, 2019: Iroquois Steeplechase
You know it’s really May when Steeplechase is on the horizon. Each year, on the second Saturday in May, thousands flock to Percy Warner Park for the spring racing event that is a true favorite among locals and visitors alike. Ticket options include box seats, tailgating, general admission, tents and skybox suites, available at varying price points. Dust off your hat, hope for sunny skies and get ready for another fun day at Iroquois Steeplechase! iroquoissteeplechase.org
May 14, 2019: Symphony Fashion Show, presented by Gus Mayer
On Tuesday, May 14, the Nashville Symphony Fashion Show returns to the Schermerhorn Symphony Center! This year’s show will showcase the fabulous 2019 Fall Collection from Carolina Herrera with a special appearance from Creative Director Wes Gordon and featured entertainer Lauren Alaina. Cocktails begin at 6 p.m. and the runway show and performance starts at 7:30 p.m. General admission tickets are $250. nashvillesymphony.org
May 17, 2019: Full Moon Pickin’ Party
We know it’s never truly summer until it’s Full Moon Pickin’ Party season. Beginning May 17, the beloved bluegrass music series returns, drawing families, friends and dog lovers all over to enjoy a fun evening of outdoor music under the moon at Percy Warner Park. Mark your calendar for the summer 2019 dates, make your way to the Warner Park Equestrian Center and get ready to start the party at 7 p.m.! Tickets in advance are $20 for adults and $8 for kids and tickets at the gate are $25 for adults and $10 for kids. All funds raised by the event go towards protecting and preserving the Warner Parks and funding environmental education programs and special projects benefitting all Park visitors. warnerparks.org
May 18, 2019: Nashville Rosé Festival
Grab your glass and cheers to the return of the Nashville Rosé Festival for its second year. The festival features tastings of over 70 different rosé wines and also includes specialty one-off beers, food trucks and vendors, for an afternoon in East Park that you don’t want to miss. General Admission tickets are $20 and proceeds benefit the Tennessee Breast Cancer Coalition. Gather your pals and make your plans to celebrate with the summer’s hottest drink. nashvillerosefestival.com
May 20-24, 2019: The Daring Way™ Workshop
For four days this May, join Onsite for The Daring Way™, an experiential methodology based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. The focus of the workshop is on developing shame-resilience skills and developing a courage practice that will transform each area of our day-to-day lives. Onsite has created a unique offering that blends The Daring Way with their own proven, highly effective, experiential group model for improving self-worth and self-esteem. Register for this life-changing workshop now! onsiteworkshops.com
May 21, 2019: Social Occasion and White Dress Trunk Show at Brides by Glitz Nashville
From balls and social gatherings to weddings galore, ’tis the season for white dresses in Nashville! On May 21, Brides by Glitz Nashville invites you to their first Social Occasion and White Dress Trunk Show. Shop the beautiful collection of ball and red carpet gowns, an amazing selection of white dresses and so much more! From 4 to 7 p.m., the team of expert stylists will offer personalized consultations to assist you in the selection and fitting process. Also enjoy a complimentary cocktail hour with champagne and hors d’oeuvres as you shop. Mark your calendar, RSVP now and head to the store located on Harding Pike for this special shopping event! glitznashville.com/
May 31-June 2, 2019: PodX
Calling all podcast lovers! From May 31 to June 2, join your favorite networks, podcasters and listeners at Music City Center for an entire weekend at PodX. This three-day convention will feature panel discussions, live shows and opportunities to learn from the experts while expanding your knowledge about the art of podcasting. From crime to comedy and everything in between, there’s something for everyone in this incredible lineup. Tickets start at $69, so reserve yours now. podx.com
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