This is a useful website that maintains a calendar of events in Nashville so if you’re planning to be in town the weekend prior to the conference, check it out: Events | Nashville Guru
There are some music festivals during this date range: AmericanaFest: Americana Music Festival & Conference | Nashville Guru
Free Jazz music - Jazz on the Cumberland | Nashville Guru
Light & Sound at the Zoo - Night Visions: A Wild Display of Light and Sound | Nashville Guru
Shakespeare: Shakespeare in the Park | Nashville Guru
5k - Hustle for the House | Nashville Guru
If you enjoy trivia, here’s a list of places that do regular trivia nights - Fun Things to Do: Trivia Nights | Nashville Guru
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