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There is no shortage of things to do in Nashville this weekend. From Thursday, May 28 to Sunday, May 31, 2026, Music City is home to a three-night rodeo at Bridgestone Arena with Miranda Lambert, Charley Crockett, and Jon Pardi, America at the Ryman, a community pizza festival, a free NASCAR car show and concert on Broadway, a groundbreaking celebration for a brand-new East Bank neighborhood, a NASCAR Cup race at the Superspeedway, and much more. Here is Nashville Guru’s guide to the top events in Nashville this weekend.
Hellbender on the River
- When: Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm
- Where: The Platz at Neuhoff
- What to Expect: An annual outdoor celebration benefiting the Cumberland River Compact, with live music, local food, an open bar, and a special whiskey tasting.
A Slice of the Community Pizza Festival
- When: Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 11:00am to 3:00pm
- Where: Nashville PBS
- What to Expect: A family-friendly celebration with samples from 8+ local pizza vendors, a kids’ area, a live DJ, and lawn games. Use promo code GURU for $5 off tickets.
Eastpoint Neighborhood Kickoff Party *FREE*
- When: Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 10:00am to 1:00pm
- Where: East Bank
- What to Expect: A family-friendly groundbreaking celebration for Eastpoint, a new 30-acre mixed-use riverfront district on Nashville’s East Bank.
Lucky Bastard’s 5-Year Anniversary Bash *FREE*
- When: Saturday, May 30, 2026 | All day starting at 10:00am
- Where: Lucky Bastard Saloon
- What to Expect: Nashville’s beloved Broadway honky-tonk celebrates five years with $5 domestic beers, $2 hot chicken sliders, live music, DJs, games, and giveaways all day long.
Superica Patio Party *FREE*
- When: Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 3:00pm to 8:00pm
- Where: Superica (The Gulch)
- What to Expect: A free outdoor patio party with live music, specialty cocktails, and $3 select tacos. No reservations needed.
Music City Rodeo
- When: Thursday through Saturday, May 28–30, 2026
- Where: Bridgestone Arena
- What to Expect: Three nights of PRCA professional rodeo competition paired with headline country concerts: Miranda Lambert (Thursday), Charley Crockett (Friday), and Jon Pardi (Saturday).
COMEDY: Comedy Town – Nashville
- When: Thursday, May 28, 2026 | Doors 6:00pm | Show 7:00pm
- Where: Midtown (venue revealed 24 hours before)
- What to Expect: A secret comedy show headlined by comics from Kill Tony, HBO, Netflix, the Tonight Show, and more. You won’t know the venue or comedians until showtime.
CONCERT: America: The Happy Trails Tour 2026
- When: Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 7:00pm
- Where: Ryman Auditorium
- What to Expect: The legendary duo performs decades of iconic hits on their farewell tour at the Mother Church of Country Music.
SPORTS: Nashville Sounds vs. Gwinnett Stripers
- When: Thursday through Saturday, May 28–30, 2026
- Where: First Horizon Park
- What to Expect: A three-game homestand as Nashville’s Triple-A baseball team takes on the Gwinnett Stripers.
Gears & Guitars *FREE*
- When: Friday, May 29, 2026 | Car Show: 11:00am to 3:00pm | Concert: 6:00pm to 9:00pm
- Where: Broadway (Car Show) | Hank Williams Jr.’s Boogie Bar (Concert)
- What to Expect: A free event featuring a classic NASCAR car show on Broadway, a meet-and-greet with Ricky Stenhouse Jr., and a live concert benefiting Victory Junction.
Musicians Corner *FREE*
- When: Friday and Saturday, May 29–30, 2026
- Where: Centennial Park
- What to Expect: Nashville’s popular free live music series with tasty food options, artisan vendors, and family-friendly activities.
Full Moon Pickin’ Parties
- When: Friday, May 29, 2026 | Season kickoff, runs through September
- Where: Percy Warner Park
- What to Expect: Nashville’s beloved outdoor bluegrass jam kicks off its 2026 season under the full moon at Percy Warner Park.
CONCERT: Cinderella’s Tom Keifer Band
- When: Friday, May 29, 2026 | 7:30pm
- Where: Ryman Auditorium
- What to Expect: With Buckcherry and John Corabi & Friends.
COMEDY: Amber Autry
- When: Friday and Saturday, May 29–30, 2026
- Where: Zanies Nashville
- What to Expect: Stand-up comedy from Nashville-based comedian Amber Autry.
Halfway to Halloween at Nashville Nightmare
- When: Friday and Saturday, May 29–30, 2026 | 8:00pm to 11:00pm
- Where: Nashville Nightmare
- What to Expect: Haunted-house-style entertainment and spooky fun in the middle of spring.
Hometown Half Marathon, 5K & 10K
- When: Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 7:00am to 10:00am
- Where: Heartland Park
- What to Expect: Three race distances for all fitness levels, including a half marathon, 10K, and 5K through Nashville.
Nashville Wellness Fest
- When: Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 9:00am to 3:00pm
- Where: Fairgrounds Nashville
- What to Expect: Nashville’s annual health and wellness festival with 120+ vendors, workshops, fitness demonstrations, and giveaways.
Rodeo Weekend at Fifth + Broadway *FREE*
- When: Saturday, May 30, 2026 | noon to 4:00pm
- Where: Fifth + Broadway
- What to Expect: A family-friendly downtown rodeo celebration with live music, roping lessons, and Urban Cowboy line dancing.
Second Chance at Prom at Up-Down Nashville *FREE*
- When: Saturday, May 30, 2026 | Beginning at 7:00pm
- Where: Up-Down Nashville
- What to Expect: A prom-themed adults-only night out with themed cocktails, a prom-inspired playlist, and a photobooth. 21 and over only.
Tennessee Renaissance Festival
- When: Saturday and Sunday, May 30–31, 2026 (final weekend)
- Where: Arrington, TN (south of Nashville)
- What to Expect: The final weekend of the 2026 season, with jousting, live entertainment, artisan vendors, and costumed performers.
COMEDY: Chris D’Elia
- When: Saturday, May 30, 2026
- Where: Ryman Auditorium
- What to Expect: Stand-up comedy from Chris D’Elia at the Ryman Auditorium.
SPORTS: Cracker Barrel 400
- When: Sunday, May 31, 2026 | 6:00pm
- Where: Nashville Superspeedway
- What to Expect: NASCAR Cup Series race, with the winner taking home a custom-made Gibson guitar trophy in victory lane.
CONCERT: Steve Earle
- When: Sunday, May 31, 2026 | 7:30pm
- Where: Ryman Auditorium
- What to Expect: “51 Years of Songs & Stories” tour.
