Memorial Day is on Monday, May 25, 2026. We’ve rounded up some of the best events and activities to consider for the long weekend. We’ve also included some helpful guides for those traveling to town or locals looking for a little staycation. Here is Nashville Guru’s guide for Memorial Day Weekend in Nashville.
This is a running list, so be sure to bookmark this page for new additions! Submit events for consideration here.
Memorial Day Weekend in Nashville
Events
Musicians Corner
- When: Friday to Sunday, May 22-24, 2026
- Where: Centennial Park
- What: Family-friendly concert series that has live music, drinks, food, local vendors, and an area for kids.
- Price:Â Free admission
Fun Things to Do in Nashville
The Pontoon Saloon
Enjoy the holiday weekend on the Cumberland River with The Pontoon Saloon. Guests can book a party pontoon boat for a private or public river cruise. This is a great option if you’re looking to have some fun off Broadway. Public cruises are $40-$49+ per person and typically host about 40 people per cruise. Private cruises can host up to 47 people per cruise, and guests can inquire for more pricing information here.
GURU DISCOUNT: Use promo code GURU10 to get 10% OFF Public and Private Cruises Sunday through Thursday (excludes BACH Party Cruises and Corporate Cruises). Redeem Discount!
Prefer to have your own private experience on a pontoon in Nashville? Pontoon Saloon’s other brand, Boat Rental Nashville, offers premium pontoon rentals seven days a week and is the closest boat rental company to Downtown Nashville, located at Rock Harbor Marina. Use promo code GURU to get 10% OFF your pontoon rental!Â
Pool Access via ResortPass
Looking to hang by the pool over Memorial Day weekend? With ResortPass, you can now book a day pass to a variety of different hotels to use their pools. Some of the participating hotels include W Nashville, Four Seasons Hotel Nashville, Grand Hyatt Nashville, The Joseph, and Westin Nashville. In addition to day passes, some resorts offer daybeds and cabanas for purchase.
Volleyball + Drinks at Sandbar
Beach vibes only! Sandbar is a popular destination that offers sand volleyball, coconut and pineapple drinks, and a safe environment. All ages and dogs are welcome. Play in the sand, drink some cocktails (or mocktails), and soak up the sun on their spacious outdoor patio.
EAT and DRINK SPECIALS + CATERING
2026 information is TBA!Â
Helpful Guides
Whether you’re a local or a tourist, Nashville can be overwhelming for everyone during a holiday weekend. To help navigate where to stay, what to do, and where to eat, here are a handful of helpful guides.
