There’s no denying that it’s the most wonderful time of the year! I’ve lived in Nashville for over 15+ years and have watched this city step up it’s festive game over the years! You do not want to miss the 30+ best Holiday/Winter activities in Nashville this year!
Whether you’re a local looking for a cozy date night spot, planning a girls trip, or want to escape into your favorite Christmas movie over a cocktail, there’s plenty for you to do!
The 30 Best Holiday/Winter Activities in Nashville
- Visit Cheekwood Botanical Garden for Holiday Lights – you may even see live reindeer!
- Avoid the Muggles and visit the 9 ¾ Holiday Pop Up at the Union Station Nashville Yards
- If you’ve never see the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, you’ve got to check it out December 6th!
- Visit a Christmas Tree Farm where you can cut down your own tree! (Or have someone else do it for you)
- Have a cozy Christmas Movie night with festive cocktails and yummy bites at “Holiday at the Hamptons” at The Hampton Social Rooftop
- Nothing will warm you up like Hattie B’s Nashville Hot chicken! It’s a staple if you’ve never had it.
- Go to The Gaylord Opryland Hotel for beautiful Christmas lights inside the hotel atriums, and outside! There’s a giant nativity scene that is a must-see!
- Go to a Christmas show at the Nashville Symphony
- Spend the day in Historic Downtown Franklin Downtown Franklin (20mins from Downtown Nashville) – Several coffee shops, boutiques, and restaurants
- Go to the Zoolomination experience at the Nashville Zoo
- Visit the JW Starlight Holiday Pop Up Bar – This is a super cool immersive Holiday train experience!
- Go to the Christmas Tree Lighting in Historic Downtown Franklin (Dec. 1st)
- Visit Santa at the Green Hills Mall or Cool Springs Galleria
- Drive just outside of Nashville for a Stardust Drive-In Movie experience.
- Grab a cozy latte from Pinewood Social then walk across the Pedestrian Bridge and take in the full city views.
- Check out the Fairlane’s rooftop bar for its seasonal Pop-Up – Frosted Fairlane
- See a show like The Nutcracker at TPAC
- Go Ice Skating
- Experience ICE! at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel which is featuring the Polar Express this year!
- Visit the World’s Best Cup of Coffee Pop Up Bar in Historic Downtown Franklin
- Cozy up at Rudy’s Jazz Club with some killer jazz music.
- Get a seasonal latte from Frothy Monkey and walk around the 12th South Neighborhood. There are so many cute boutiques and gift shops like White’s Mercantile and Stoney Clover to complete your Christmas Shopping!
- Have a festive afternoon tea at The Hermitage Hotel with some of the most elegant Christmas decor you’ll ever see.
- Go to a Nashville Predators Hockey Game
- Head to Fifth + Broadway to finish up your Christmas Shopping, and eat until your heart’s content at Assembly Food Hall! This is perfect if you’re with a large group because there are so many varieties of restaurants. Everyone can get what they want and grab a table to sit together!
- Head to Arrington Vineyards and indulge in some red wine to warm you up or some bubbly if you’re feeling festive.
- See the Opry Country Christmas Show
- Visit Urban Cowboy in East Nashville for a low-key fire pit hang, seasonal cocktails, and some of the best pizza in town. It’s the perfect rustic & cozy vibe.
- Visit Rudy’s Rooftop on top of the Virgin Hotel
- Visit the Aprés Ski vibe at the PROOF Rooftop of the W Hotel
- No one rings in the New Year like Nashville, so bundle up and head downtown on New Years Eve to watch the midnight Music Note Drop
Did I leave anything off this list? I’d love to know what you think the best Holiday/Winter Activities in Nashville are! Shoot me a DM on Instagram!
If you’re planning to visit Nashville in the Fall, that is when Nashville really thrives! I made a list of the best autumn activities in Nashville too!
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