As Nashville continues to blossom into an internationally recognized city, the events get better and more plentiful each spring. Luckily, a lot of these options are free to attend. To help you sift through the fun and free options in 2025,Ā here are Nashville Guru’sĀ top picks forĀ FREE spring events in NashvilleĀ in chronological order.
TOP FREE SPRING EVENTS IN NASHVILLE
Fridays by the River
Fridays by the River will occur on select Fridays in April and May of 2025,Ā fromĀ 3:00pm to 8:00pmĀ atĀ Shelby Park near the Riverview Pavillion. This event will feature a pop-up beer garden series by East Nashville Beer Works, live music, food trucks, and yard games. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.
Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival
The Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival is on Saturday, April 12, 2025, atĀ Public Square Park. This annual event celebrates the Japanese culture in Nashville. Each year, this festival features martial arts demonstrations, performances, family-friendly activities, and vendors. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.
Crafty Bastards Arts & Crafts Fair
The Crafty Bastards Arts & Crafts Fair is on Saturday and Sunday, April 12-13, 2025,Ā at oneC1ty. Attendees can expect over 100 curated craft vendors, delicious food trucks, and refreshing drinks. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.
Nashville Earth Day Festival
The Nashville Earth Day Festival takes place annually atĀ Centennial Park. This year’s festival will occur on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Attendees can expect educational booths, vendors, workshops, and live music. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.
Record Store Day
Record Store Day celebrates independent record stores far and wide. Vinyl lovers can expect numerous events happening on Saturday,Ā April 12, 2025, at multiple record stores in Nashville including free concerts and discounts on vinyl.
Franklin Main Street Festival
Over 120,000 visitors will make their way to the Franklin Main Street Festival onĀ Saturday and Sunday, April 26-27, 2025,Ā inĀ Historic Downtown Franklin. The weekend will be full of music, arts and crafts, food, drinks, children’s activities, and more. Admission is free and open to all ages.
Spring Tennessee Craft Fair
The Spring Tennessee Craft FairĀ will occur Friday through Sunday, May 2-4, 2025,Ā atĀ Centennial Park. Attendees can expect local vendors, live demonstrations, kidsā activities, and delicious food. Admission and parking are both free.
Musicians Corner
Musicians Corner is an annual free concert series taking place on select dates in May and June of 2025,Ā atĀ Centennial Park. These concerts showcase amazing live music and feature food vendors, local artisans, a kidsā area, and beer, wine, and cocktails for purchase. Admission is free and open to all ages.
CMA Fest
CMA Fest is back for 2025! This annual festival will take place Thursday through Sunday, June 5-8, 2025,Ā inĀ Downtown Nashville. Country music lovers can expect free concerts and fun activities occurring throughout the downtown neighborhood. Admission to Fan Fair X, Ascend Amphitheater, and the shows at Nissan Stadium are ticketed.
What To Expect
Did we leave off your favorite free spring event? Let us know in the comments!Ā
Historic Edgefield Craft Show and Flea Market, Saturday May 14th 8-3 corner of 7th and Fatherland in East Nashville (one block from East Park). Cool artists and craftspeople displaying g and selling their wares in the middle of hip East Nashville. (Vendor space still available)
I love how you guys send out free events an have us plan out days of fun for kids.. Thanks
My favorite is the Master Gardeners of Davidson County- Free- Urban Gardening Festival on May 19.