Nashville event guide
Nashville New Year's Eve
Little Big Town, HARDY and The Red Clay Strays headline Nashville's free New Year's Eve concert at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park on Thursday, December 31. Here's a two-night group plan.
By Cameron HergetEvent dates checked against the official source
- New Year's Eve
- Groups of up to 30
- Thu, Dec 31, 2026
- Free concert
Where to stay for New Year's Eve
All Nashville staysSuggested plan, day by day
These are suggestions, not a package. AvantStay doesn’t book, sell, or arrange any of these activities. Check hours, tickets, and reservations directly with each place.
Day 1 · Arrive: Midtown & bluegrass
Hot chicken and the Parthenon, then bluegrass in the Gulch.
Restaurant · Lunch
Nashville hot chicken. Pick your heat level with care, and expect a line at lunch.
Landmark · Afternoon
A full-scale replica of the Athens original, with an art museum inside.
Live music · Evening
A small, long-running bluegrass club in the Gulch.
Day 2 · NYE: The big night
A museum, an early dinner, then the countdown at the park.
Museum · Afternoon
Interactive galleries on the Black musicians behind American music, on Broadway.
Restaurant · Dinner
A big food hall on Broadway, easy for a large group before the concert.
Event · Night
The free concert and midnight countdown. Check the official site for gate times and bag rules.
Day 3 · Recover: New Year's Day
A late brunch and a gentle walk before you head home.
Neighborhood · Late morning
Brunch, coffee and murals along 12th Avenue South. Check holiday hours before you go.
Good to know
Getting in
Fly into Nashville International (BNA), about 20 minutes from downtown outside rush hour. Arrive a day early if you can.
On the night
The concert is free and outdoors, and it draws a big crowd. Plan your ride home in advance: rideshare prices rise after midnight.
Same week
The Music City Bowl is the day before, on December 30 at Nissan Stadium.
Optional extras
Through AvantStay concierge you can add fridge stocking or a private chef, booked and paid separately.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. The concert at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park is free and open to the public.
Little Big Town, The Red Clay Strays and HARDY, per Visit Music City. Check the official page for set times and any additions.
Downtown, Germantown or North Nashville keep you close to the park, so you can walk home after midnight. Set your dates and group size above to see the stays that fit.
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, just north of the Tennessee State Capitol.