The Big Band Dances will occur on select Saturdays throughout June, July, and August 2026, at Centennial Park. These events will kick off with a free dance lesson at 7:00pm. Bands will begin performing at 7:30pm. Admission is free and open to all ages.

Dates & Details

• Saturday, June 13, 2026: South Jackson Street Band (Parthenon Ellipse)
• Saturday, June 20, 2026: Nashville African American Wind Symphony (Parthenon Ellipse)
• Saturday, June 27, 2026: Rory Partin All-Star Big Band (Centennial Art Center)
• Saturday, July 11, 2026: Music City Latin Orchestra (Parthenon Ellipse)
• Saturday, July 18, 2026: Lynn Beal Big Band (Centennial Art Center)
• Saturday, July 25, 2026: Jazz Alliance Big Band (Parthenon Ellipse)
• Saturday, August 1, 2026: Establishment Big Band (Centennial Art Center)
• Saturday, August 8, 2026: 5 Points Swing (Parthenon Ellipse)
• Saturday, August 15, 2026: Moonlighters Big Band (Parthenon Ellipse)