Nashville Buzzes with Holiday Sparkle, Live Music, and Classic Music City Magic

Nashville is absolutely buzzing this week, and if you are wondering what to do, this is a perfect time to dive into the city’s holiday sparkle, live music, and classic Music City magic. Think twinkling lights, world-class shows, and plenty of spots to sip something warm while you soak it all in.

Start with a true Nashville icon: the Grand Ole Opry’s Opry 100 shows at the Grand Ole Opry House. These special anniversary performances bring together major country stars and rising talent, and some ticket packages even include access to a premium lounge with top-shelf drinks, Nashville-inspired bites, and a backstage tour where you can step into the famous wooden circle onstage. It is a fantastic way to experience the history of country music and still feel completely in the moment.

If you want that classic holiday concert vibe downtown, head to Schermerhorn Symphony Center, where the Nashville Symphony is performing Handel’s Messiah this weekend. Surrounded by candlelight and the hall’s rich acoustics, listeners get the big, goosebump-inducing choruses and intimate solo moments that make this oratorio such a December tradition in town. It is dress-up optional but wonder guaranteed.

Over at the Ryman Auditorium, the holidays come with a heavy dose of star power. Little Big Town’s Christmas shows bring lush harmonies and storytelling to the Mother Church of Country Music, turning the room into a cozy, country-tinged holiday gathering. Other nights, you will find special events like Santa at the Ryman and long-running seasonal shows from beloved Nashville artists, so it is worth checking what is on while you are in town.

For something immersive and over-the-top festive, Gaylord Opryland Resort is in full holiday mode with its A Country Christmas celebrations. The resort is draped in millions of lights, indoor gardens glow after dark, and the new Pomp, Snow & CIRQUEumstance production mixes cirque-style acrobatics, magic, and music into a family-friendly spectacle. You can easily make an evening of it by wandering the indoor rivers, grabbing a bite, and capping the night with the show.

Finally, if you like the idea of a winter market in the heart of the city, make time for the Nashvillage Holiday Market at Walk of Fame Park. The park transforms into a festive hangout with local artisan vendors, live music, photos with Santa, and a community tree lighting, plus a holiday cocktail bash for those who want to toast the season. It is a great stop before or after wandering Broadway’s honky-tonks and neon lights.

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