Nashville Food Events

Visit Music City • 3 January 2018

Every single day Music City offers plenty of ways to try its ever-growing food scene. Head to one of its many food events held every single month. Each event has its own theme, and all celebrate the culinary arts. Check out the many tours available which allow you to have an unique food experience, giving you a behind the scenes look at the culinary masterminds that name Nashville home. Most importantly, find out why Music City's food scene is something you must experience yourself.


JANUARY

Nashville Restaurant Week- Twice each year, in January and August, Nashville Originals member restaurants offer special menu items and deals that you won’t want to miss. More than 40 locally owned fixtures of the middle Tennessee dining scene offer special menus and price points for all to try. A great way to try Nashville's food scene.


FEBRUARY
Nashville Chili Festival- Chili tasting, live music, kids' activities, a pepper-eating contest and more happens at Yazoo Brewing Company each February. The event benefits Community Shares which believes all Tennesseans deserve a clean environment, affordable health care, good jobs, culture, art and freedom from violence.

Pairings: The Ultimate wine and Food Weekend- Presented by the Nashville Wine Auction, offers Pairings from Celebrity Chefs and California Vintners. It's a great way to connect with other wine lovers in Music City. Each event is individually ticketed.


MARCH-
Tennessee Flavors- Sample the latest creations from local food and drink artisans at this annual event benefiting Nashville State Community College School of Culinary Arts.

Nuit Blanche- At this unique event you may sample Belgian beers paired with small plates from some of Nashville's top restaurants at Marathon Music Works.


APRIL
East Nashville Beer Festival- The annual East Nashville Beer Festival welcomes guests to taste from craft breweries from all over. Nashville food trucks and East Nashville restaurants set up to offer food to soak up the brew.
Savor Nashville- The Celebrity Chef Dinner is a multi-course dinner prepared by James Beard award-winning chefs.

Music City Spirits & Cocktail Festival- Nashville cocktail culture will be celebrated at several different venues across Nashville during the Music City Spirits & Cocktail Festival. The event includes classes, speakers, and tastings.


MAY
Nashville Street Food Month- Nashville celebrates the month of May with Nashville Street Food Month. It’s day after day of Nashville's famed food trucks parked and ready to serve delicious treats to the masses. What’s really cool is a portion of all the profits, from the individual food trucks, go to benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee and Musicians Corner Nashville. Join in on the celebration.

Nashville Food & Wine Festival- Nashville Wine & Food Festival celebrates wines, from around the world, paired with Music City's own local chefs & cuisine along with some great live music. All guests will have the opportunity to talk with the creators of both wine and food, learn from them, and enjoy the delights of the pairings.

Brew at the Zoo- Sampling brews from so many craft breweries, while strolling through the Nashville Zoo is most definitely a unique experience. An animal show, live music, and food from local food trucks fill out this Nashville event offering a unique night with unforgettable memories.


JUNE
Yum!East- Pavilion East plays host to this annual East Nashville food & drink festival during Yum! East. This is a great opportunity to try the thriving culinary community that resides in one of Nashville's unique neighborhoods.

Taste of Music City- Nashville's largest food and drink event happens at Public Square Park in downtown Nashville. Tickets included unlimited tastings from some of Music City's best restaurants and beverage makers.

Nashville Predators Craft Beer Festival- Need a moment away from the summer sun then head on in to the coolest beer festival in town, the Nashville Predators Craft Beer Festival. Each patron to this fine event can experience unlimited tastings of a great craft beer selection.


JULY

Nashvile Rib & Jazz Festival- The annual Nashville Rib & Jazz Festival takes place at Cumberland Park and features two of our favorite things, ribs and great jazz music.


AUGUST
Music City Brewers Festiva l- The annual beer festival celebrates brew from local, regional, national, and international breweries. Live music and hot food also play a key role in this summer staple event happening at Walk of Fame Park.

Nashville Originals Restaurant Week- You cannot miss Nashville Originals Restaurant Week. It happens twice a year, in January and August, as more than 40 locally owned restaurants of middle Tennessee offer special menu items and deals that you won’t want to miss. This is your chance to experience the best of Nashville’s culinary scene.


SEPTEMBER
Wine on the River- Wine enthusiasts gather on the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge each year for the annual Wine on the River, tasting wines from local wineries as well as sips from international vineyards.

Music City Food & Wine Festival- Demonstrations from world-class chefs, tastings from local restaurants, wine tastings, book signings, and more make up the Music City Food + Wine Festival.


OCTOBER
Nashville Whiskey Festival- The Nashville Whiskey Festival celebrates whiskeys and bourbons, offering the opportunity to guests to meet distillers, taste whiskeys, learn about the whiskey-making process, and more.

Nashville Brew Festival- More than 50 breweries, food trucks, music, lawn games, and more were featured at the inaugural Nashville Brew Festival.

Oktoberfest- Each year Nashville's Germantown area transforms into a celebration of German tradition that is fun for the whole family. There will be live German music, German food, German beer, and even polka dancing. The event is always free & open to the public.

Nashville Beer Festival- The annual beer festival features more than 45 breweries offering samples of 120+ craft beers at East Park.

Taste of Nashville- Taste of Nashville is an annual celebration of restaurants, bars, brewers, distillers, dessert-makers, and other fine food and beverage creators.


NOVEMBER

Brunch & Bloodys- Taste the best of Nashville's brunch scene during Brunch & Bloodys. Many Music City restaurants will offer the best of their brunch menu with some amazing bloody marys.


DECEMBER
12 South Winter Warmer- Sevier Park plays host to guests looking to warm up with beer tastings at the annual 12South Winter Warmer.


For more information on Rhythms of the South holidays, call us on 020 8742 8299 or email sales@americaasyoulikeit.com

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