Holiday Pop-Ups

Union Station seems tailor-made for the enchanting Harry Potter-themed 9 3⁄4 pop-up experience. This holiday season, the hotel lobby is transformed with the grandeur of Hogwarts house banners, floating candles, a secretive golden snitch, owls, and an iconic luggage cart. The pop-up menu is a wizarding delight, featuring cocktails and bites inspired by the beloved series, such as the Goblet of Fire, the mystical Dark Magic, and a delectable Two Brooms burger. Immerse yourself in the magic of this enchanting world at Union Station. The pop-up runs through December 29 and opens at 1 p.m. daily.

In the heart of East Nashville, Jane's Hideaways invites you to join the fourth annual Candy Cane Jane's holiday pop-up. This cute pop-up has a delightful Christmas ambiance and a menu brimming with seasonal delights. Savor the flavors of the season with Jane's Holiday Meatballs, infused with cranberry, ginger, goat cheese, and a tantalizing strawberry barbecue sauce. Create your own gingerbread masterpiece with a Build-Your-Own-Gingerbread station, complete with frosting, sprinkles, and a variety of candies. And for those seeking a warm and festive sip, indulge in spiked hot chocolate. Candy Cane Jane’s will run until January 1, seven days a week from 5 p.m.- 1 a.m.

In Layer Cake's Cherry Lounge, you can find the enchanting world of Santa Baby: A Mrs. Claus Pop-Up, featuring extravagant décor that follows Mrs. Claus style throughout the years. Enjoy the IG worthy holiday spirit with a menu that's bursting with seasonal delights, including a peppermint espresso martini, a whimsical ornament shot ornament, bespoke cakes, and the awe-inspiring Christmas Surprise. This grand dessert masterpiece, painstakingly crafted over two days, arrives in a custom-built chocolate box brimming with over a dozen delectable treats, ensuring a truly magical holiday experience. The pop-up is open seven days a week until January 5.

RECURRING FESTIVITIES

Cheekwood Lights: Nashville’s classic holiday tradition returns, featuring a one-mile walking path with elegant and creative displays of lights that set Cheekwood Estate & Gardens aglow. With over one million lights twinkling throughout the gardens, s’mores, seasonal libations and a Holiday Marketplace, Holiday LIGHTS is a memory-making experience for visitors of all ages.

Predators Hockey Games. The Nashville Predators (commonly referred to as the Preds) are a professional ice hockey team based in Nashville, Tennessee. The Predators compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Central Division in the Western Conference, and have played their home games at Bridgestone Arena since 1998.

Zoolumination at the Nashville Zoo Chinese artists have reimagined Chinese folklore in bright and colorful scenes throughout the Zoo. Visit North Pole Village This festive area is a must-see, full of lights, trees and holiday fun! Santa will visit each night, Nov. 24 to Dec. 24.

Festive Events - One Night Only

Gimme Gimme Disco at Brooklyn Bowl If you can’t get enough of ABBA, boy do we have THE dance party for you! We are a DJ based dance party playing all your favorite ABBA tracks, plus plenty of other disco hits from the 70s & 80's like The Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, & so much more. So honey honey, take-a-chance and you’ll be dancing all night long. Grab tickets, put on your best disco attire, bring your friends, and have the best night of your life! Friday December 22, Doors at 7:00 Show at 8:00 18+ Event

City Winery Nashville Presents Nashville Beatles Brunch Featuring Forever Abbey Road & More live in concert on December 17th at 12pm Nashville Beatles brunch will feature John Salaway with an amazing band of touring pros plus special guest stars each month! Get your tickets now to enjoy the most famous monthly brunch show in town-Nashville Beatles Brunch!  Purchase Brunch Buffet at the show for $35.99!

The Electric Jane Drag Brunch Series: What is Christmas without Dolly Parton!? Don't miss an ALL Dolly Parton Drag Brunch filled with her hits and Christmas favorites. Costumes and Christmas outfits are welcome. We encourage singing and dancing. Additional Shows include Mariah Carey, the Grinch, and Nightmare Before Christmas.