Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Nashville South, TN

The CMA Music Festival touts itself as "Country Music's Biggest Party." This four-day festival takes place in...

The CMA Music Festival touts itself as "Country Music's Biggest Party." This four-day festival takes place in June in Downtown Nashville. Concerts daily and nightly, autograph signings and photo shoots with celebrities, family games and entertainment, celebrity sports challenges, and after hours specials fill the days to ensure an action-packed weekend. Hint: buy tickets early, because the best seats at LP Field sell out fast!

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Thu, Jun 5, 2014 Fri, Jun 6, 2014 Sat, Jun 7, 2014 Sun, Jun 8, 2014

The Nashville Film Festival is one of the longest-running film festivals in the country and one of the largest in the...

The Nashville Film Festival is one of the longest-running film festivals in the country and one of the largest in the region. Over 200 films from around the world are selected from over 1700 entries to show and compete on one of the four screens at the Regal Green Hills Stadium 16. Since this is Nashville, there's an emphasis on music, and the Music Films in Music City awards recognize everything from scores to movies about music. In addition, the prestigious Freedom in Film Award goes to an individual who has exemplified the spirit of the First Amendment.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Thu, Apr 17, 2014 Fri, Apr 18, 2014 Sat, Apr 19, 2014 Sun, Apr 20, 2014 Mon, Apr 21, 2014 Tue, Apr 22, 2014 Wed, Apr 23, 2014 Thu, Apr 24, 2014 Fri, Apr 25, 2014 Sat, Apr 26, 2014

If you want to celebrate Independence Day in style, head to Nashville. Ranked among the Top Ten Independence...

If you want to celebrate Independence Day in style, head to Nashville. Ranked among the Top Ten Independence Celebrations in the country, this party at Riverfront Park features family events, a huge concert line-up, and an amazing fireworks display. Past performers include Diamond Rio, Charlie Daniels and the Nashville Symphony Orchestra. Best of all, this celebration is free!

Hours: Thu, Jul 4, 2013

At the Nashville Home Decorating and Remodeling show, over 650 booths and over 300 exhibitors peddle their wares at the...

At the Nashville Home Decorating and Remodeling show, over 650 booths and over 300 exhibitors peddle their wares at the largest home show in Tennessee. During this September weekend, the exhibit halls of the Music City Center are packed full of the newest products in areas such as interior design, furnishings, flooring, and remodeling. Expert advice and tips are available to help you fix up the home of your dreams!

Hours: Fri, Sep 6, 2013: Noon - 9pm Sat, Sep 7, 2013: 10am - 9pm Sun, Sep 8, 2013: 10am - 6pm

Food, shopping, pampering, and fun! This annual event takes place over a weekend in April and has become a key forum for...

Food, shopping, pampering, and fun! This annual event takes place over a weekend in April and has become a key forum for educating women on current women's health issues. You can enjoy a massage, watch a cooking demonstration, check your blood pressure, get tips on nutrition and exercise, shop for handbags or jewelry, get a makeover, plan a vacation, learn some home-buying and investment strategies, and get gardening and home improvement ideas, all at one venue! The event includes a multitude of vendor displays and exhibitions, plus special guests.

Hours: Thu, Mar 27, 2014: 10am - 7pm Fri, Mar 28, 2014: 10am - 8pm Sat, Mar 29, 2014: 10am - 7pm Sun, Mar 30, 2014: 11am - 6pm

If you truly want to experience all Nashville has to offer, visit during April. The entire month is so full of concerts...

If you truly want to experience all Nashville has to offer, visit during April. The entire month is so full of concerts and events that the city terms it "Awesome April." Each weekend promises a major event, and numerous festivals happen all over the city, such as the Southern Women's Show, Country Music Marathon and the Nashville Film Festival. Perfect for families, Awesome April offers not just music, but exhibits, sports, and other family entertainment almost every day of the month. Be sure to book your hotel in advance! Events take place at venues all over the city, including the Convention Center.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Tue, Apr 1, 2014 Wed, Apr 2, 2014 Thu, Apr 3, 2014 Fri, Apr 4, 2014 Sat, Apr 5, 2014 Sun, Apr 6, 2014 Mon, Apr 7, 2014 Tue, Apr 8, 2014 Wed, Apr 9, 2014 Thu, Apr 10, 2014 Fri, Apr 11, 2014 Sat, Apr 12, 2014 Sun, Apr 13, 2014 Mon, Apr 14, 2014 Tue, Apr 15, 2014 Wed, Apr 16, 2014 Thu, Apr 17, 2014 Fri, Apr 18, 2014 Sat, Apr 19, 2014 Sun, Apr 20, 2014 Mon, Apr 21, 2014 Tue, Apr 22, 2014 Wed, Apr 23, 2014 Thu, Apr 24, 2014 Fri, Apr 25, 2014 Sat, Apr 26, 2014 Sun, Apr 27, 2014 Mon, Apr 28, 2014 Tue, Apr 29, 2014 Wed, Apr 30, 2014

Celebrate the holiday season from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day with an array of events and activities throughout the...

Celebrate the holiday season from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day with an array of events and activities throughout the city. Concerts and theatrical performances combine with holiday decorations to create a world of magic to end the year in the style of the Music City.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Thu, Nov 28, 2013 Fri, Nov 29, 2013 Sat, Nov 30, 2013 Sun, Dec 1, 2013 Mon, Dec 2, 2013 Tue, Dec 3, 2013 Wed, Dec 4, 2013 Thu, Dec 5, 2013 Fri, Dec 6, 2013 Sat, Dec 7, 2013 Sun, Dec 8, 2013 Mon, Dec 9, 2013 Tue, Dec 10, 2013 Wed, Dec 11, 2013 Thu, Dec 12, 2013 Fri, Dec 13, 2013 Sat, Dec 14, 2013 Sun, Dec 15, 2013 Mon, Dec 16, 2013 Tue, Dec 17, 2013 Wed, Dec 18, 2013 Thu, Dec 19, 2013 Fri, Dec 20, 2013 Sat, Dec 21, 2013 Sun, Dec 22, 2013 Mon, Dec 23, 2013 Tue, Dec 24, 2013 Wed, Dec 25, 2013 Thu, Dec 26, 2013 Fri, Dec 27, 2013 Sat, Dec 28, 2013 Sun, Dec 29, 2013 Mon, Dec 30, 2013 Tue, Dec 31, 2013 Wed, Jan 1, 2014

Runners and spectators alike enjoy the Country Music Marathon and 1/2 Marathon happening in Nashvile in late April....

Runners and spectators alike enjoy the Country Music Marathon and 1/2 Marathon happening in Nashvile in late April. Runners complete a course past Nashville's top sights while listening to over 50 local bands scattered throughout. High school cheerleaders are also spread along the route to encourage the participants as they run. A post-race concert closes the day with a performance by a major country star like Sarah Evans, Jo Dee Messina or even Kenny Rogers.

Hours: Sat, Apr 26, 2014: 7am

Many people anticipate this seasonal event to usher in the holiday festivities. The main draw is the lights -- over 2...

Many people anticipate this seasonal event to usher in the holiday festivities. The main draw is the lights -- over 2 million bulbs illuminate the grounds, creating a lush twinkly landscape that's sure to put you in that holiday frame of mind. Other events include a special Grand Ole Opry House show, a Christmas Dinner Show, ice sculpture show, arts and crafts fair, carriage rides, and more. You can view the lights for free; special shows and events are ticketed.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Fri, Nov 15, 2013 Sat, Nov 16, 2013 Sun, Nov 17, 2013 Mon, Nov 18, 2013 Tue, Nov 19, 2013 Wed, Nov 20, 2013 Thu, Nov 21, 2013 Fri, Nov 22, 2013 Sat, Nov 23, 2013 Sun, Nov 24, 2013 Mon, Nov 25, 2013 Tue, Nov 26, 2013 Wed, Nov 27, 2013 Thu, Nov 28, 2013 Fri, Nov 29, 2013 Sat, Nov 30, 2013 Sun, Dec 1, 2013 Mon, Dec 2, 2013 Tue, Dec 3, 2013 Wed, Dec 4, 2013 Thu, Dec 5, 2013 Fri, Dec 6, 2013 Sat, Dec 7, 2013 Sun, Dec 8, 2013 Mon, Dec 9, 2013 Tue, Dec 10, 2013 Wed, Dec 11, 2013 Thu, Dec 12, 2013 Fri, Dec 13, 2013 Sat, Dec 14, 2013 Sun, Dec 15, 2013 Mon, Dec 16, 2013 Tue, Dec 17, 2013 Wed, Dec 18, 2013 Thu, Dec 19, 2013 Fri, Dec 20, 2013 Sat, Dec 21, 2013 Sun, Dec 22, 2013 Mon, Dec 23, 2013 Tue, Dec 24, 2013 Wed, Dec 25, 2013 Thu, Dec 26, 2013 Fri, Dec 27, 2013 Sat, Dec 28, 2013 Sun, Dec 29, 2013 Mon, Dec 30, 2013 Tue, Dec 31, 2013 Wed, Jan 1, 2014

Knights in shining armor, strolling minstrels, storytellers, magicians, birds of prey -- this festival celebrates all...

Knights in shining armor, strolling minstrels, storytellers, magicians, birds of prey -- this festival celebrates all things Renaissance! You'll find jewelers, glass blowers, and sword makers, plus some wonderful period-style apparel. Of course, no festival experience would be complete without sampling one of those giant turkey legs, but there are plenty of other treats to choose as well. And leashed pets are welcome! Tickets include free parking, all festival events, and a castle tour. About a 30 minute drive from Nashville.

Hours: Sat, May 3, 2014: 10am - 6pm Sun, May 4, 2014: 10am - 6pm Sat, May 10, 2014: 10am - 6pm Sun, May 11, 2014: 10am - 6pm Sat, May 17, 2014: 10am - 6pm Sun, May 18, 2014: 10am - 6pm Sat, May 24, 2014: 10am - 6pm Sun, May 25, 2014: 10am - 6pm Mon, May 26, 2014: 10am - 6pm