Set the stage for your next soirée at one of these fabulous Nashville event spaces — with several new additions to this annual list. With a variety of outdoor and indoor options, ranging from casual to formal, and the ability to accommodate groups of all sizes, these spaces are perfect for any occasion. Are you looking for minimalist and modern, charmingly classic or historic? With each being distinct in style, the venues all have something different to offer. Join the dozens throwing a bash in Middle Tennessee and make it memorable by allowing one of these spots to act as the backdrop.
The Best Nashville Event Spaces
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Historic Travellers Rest
Neighborhood: Oak Hill
Website: historictravellersrest.org
Historic Travellers Rest is Nashville’s oldest historic house open to the public. Boasting eight acres of grounds to explore and located just 10 minutes from downtown, this is a hidden gem among other event venues in Nashville, making it the perfect setting for a wedding ceremony, reception, or family reunion. With multiple outdoor ceremony locations as well as a 2,700-square-foot climate-controlled event space, Travellers Rest can host events for up to 250 guests.
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Wildwood Resort & Marina
Location: Granville, TN
Website: wildwoodresorttn.com
Just an hour East of Nashville, Wildwood Resort & Marina is a boutique resort destination overlooking scenic Cordell Hull Lake. Wildwood is the perfect backdrop for creating lifelong memories, whether you are enjoying a corporate team retreat, a family reunion, a girls’/guys’ getaway, a milestone birthday bash, or the wedding of your dreams. With a selection of unique waterfront lodging options, versatile indoor and outdoor event spaces, modern audio/visual capabilities, boating excursions, bonfires, authentic chef-curated cuisine, on-site spa services, hiking trails and endless activities, every Wildwood experience is tailored and crafted just for you.
Experience the perfect blend of nature and personalized service at Wildwood Resort & Marina.
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Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery
Neighborhood: Downtown
Website: greenbrierdistillery.com
Resurrecting a family recipe from more than 115 years ago, Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery crafted its famous Tennessee Whiskey for both connoisseurs and casual sippers. Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery makes more than just whiskey, though — they make memories. The distillery’s versatile event spaces, accommodating 20 to 200 guests, offer the ideal setting for every occasion — from corporate events to small private dinners and large weddings. With a charming and historic ambiance, their venues promise unforgettable memories for all attendees.
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Bell’s Reserve
Neighborhood: Kingston Springs
Website: bellsreserve.com
Just 30 minutes from downtown Nashville, Bell’s Reserve specializes in exceptional outdoor events and experiences. Located in picturesque Kingston Springs, their 560+ acre property borders the Harpeth River and adjoins a 20,000-acre Wildlife Management Area. Whether it’s the Welcome Cottage, Riverside Pavilion, or The Meadow at Spring Hollow, their gorgeous property can accommodate large parties, corporate outings, and unique curated gatherings. We are thrilled to announce that Bell’s Reserve is now hosting weddings!
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Miel
Neighborhood: Sylvan Park
Website: mielrestaurant.com
With the recent and continuing boom around Charlotte Avenue, Miel offers the perfect opportunity to show your support for Nashville’s growth and change. The intimate restaurant has a neighboring “barn” available for event reservations. Built of concrete, but lined with reclaimed barn wood and showered with warm lighting, the interior has a rustic feel. With a fire pit and grill available to use on the patio upon request, Miel is the perfect spot for a gathering any time of year!
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OZ Arts
Neighborhood: West Nashville
Website: ozartsnashville.org
The Oz Arts space in West Nashville is a versatile venue, with spaces for both large and small party needs. Frequently home to contemporary visual and performing arts shows, the space itself is incredibly flexible, providing a perfect starting point for your creativity and vision. The romantic ultra lounge and patio keep things casual, while the grand salon would be beautiful for a more formal affair.
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Frist Art Museum
Neighborhood: Downtown
Website: fristartmuseum.org
Known for its art deco design, the former Nashville post-office-turned-art museum has stunning grand foyers and sleek interior decor fitting the era and the building’s original use. The style has transitioned into the beautiful Frist Art Museum it is today and is perfect for large formal gatherings ranging from 200 to 2,500 guests.
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Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art
Neighborhood: Belle Meade
Website: cheekwood.org
A historic mansion-turned-museum with lush gardens, Cheekwood offers a beautiful event space with both outdoor and indoor venues available. The size and style of the estate lend it to lovely weddings and large-scale events, although renting some of the individual rooms would be appropriate for smaller luncheons or more intimate gatherings.
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