As you begin to map out your 2025 calendar, be sure to include these can’t-miss events happening in and around Nashville. From live music and outdoor fun to an art crawl and hands-on workshops, here’s everything you have to look forward to this month!
January 1, 2025: First Day Hikes
Kick off the start of 2025 with a picturesque hike at one of Tennessee’s state parks. Free and designed for all ages and skill levels as part of a nationwide initiative to get people active and outside, you can see a complete list of First Day Hikes at tnstateparks.com.
January 3, 2025: Franklin Art Crawl
Held the first Friday of every month, Downtown Franklin hosts a local art crawl from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The free event highlights and celebrates local artists — including Ryan Ghertner Ceramics, whose works you can see at Hester & Cook! For more information, visit artscouncilwc.org.
January 3 – 13, 2025: Leah Da Gloria Trunk Show
Head to Adorn Nashville for the Leah Da Gloria Trunk Show on January 3 through January 13. You can be one of the first brides to try on and say yes to a 2025 Leah Da Gloria gown! Store hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. adornbridal.com
January 4, 2025: Winter Frolic
Travel back in time and experience the winter season as President Andrew Jackson once did! The Hermitage’s Winter Frolic includes an artificial snowball fight, festive cocktails and mocktails, and a Yule Log Ceremony. The fun begins at 4 p.m., and admission starts at $30 thehermitage.com
January 4, 2025: Time Travel Half Marathon
Travel back in time during this half marathon that winds through Twin Rivers Park. In addition to the half marathon, the event also includes a 5K, 10K, one-mile fun run, and a kids’ run. Registration starts at $18.83. runsignup.com
January 7 – 12, 2025: Peter Pan
Take a trip to Neverland with Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, and The Lost Boys during this captivating performance at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center. Show times vary based on the day, and tickets start at $51.90. tpac.org
January 9, 2025: The M Factor Film Screening
Hosted by The M Factor and Ona Skincare, make plans to attend this invite-only event at Soho House Nashville. The M Factor is a documentary film that explores the health crisis faced by millions of women experiencing menopause. For additional details and to request an invite, visit eventbrite.com.
January 14, 2025: Wine School 101
Join Miel owner Seema Prasad as she discusses wine-related topics like grapes, regions, flavor profiles, food pairings, and more. The class starts at 6 p.m., and admission is $75. exploretock.com
January 16 – 18, 2025: The War and Treaty with the Nashville Symphony
Join Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter of The War and Treaty as they take the Schermerhorn Symphony Center stage alongside the Nashville Symphony. Performances begin at 7:30 p.m., and tickets start at $35. nashvillesymphony.org
January 20, 2025: MLK Day Camp: Science Stories
Children are invited to explore the stories of groundbreaking scientists from diverse backgrounds who changed the world with their discoveries. During this day camp, students come together to try fun experiments and see how people with unique ideas can do amazing things when they work together! Registration starts at $69 HERE.
January 20, 2025: Meet Us At The March
To honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy, Historic Jefferson Street hosts Meet Us At The March. The event begins at 9 a.m. and is a powerful display of unity, reflection, and commitment to Dr. King’s vision of equality and justice. mlkdaynashville.com
January 24, 2025: Faustin Linyekula’s My Body, My ArchiveÂ
This riveting and elegant work from Congolese choreographer and writer Faustin Linyekula nurtures hope in the face of the ongoing legacy of war and ruin in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The performance begins at 8 p.m., and admission starts at $25. ozartsnashville.org
January 25, 2025: Adult ARTlab: Make Cute: An Exploration of Kawaii Through Mixed Media
Join artist Sai Clayton for this workshop inspired by the Frist Art Museum’s exhibition Journey through Japan: Myths to Manga. From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., participants explore the origins of cuteness in Japanese artwork, tracing Kawaii’s influence on modern-day icons. Admission is $60 for museum members and $75 for non-members. fristartmuseum.org
January 25 & 26, 2025: Secret Belgian Bookbinding
Bind your own hardcover book while exploring a binding style with an unusual history and a fascinating design. This two-day class invites students to personalize their books by choosing from a variety of unique handmade papers and colorful thread. Admission is $150. watkinsce.asapconnected.com
January 25 – March 2, 2025: Orchids at Cheekwood
Escape the dull of winter and step into an elegant mini world of towering orchid displays cascading with color throughout the Cheekwood Historic Mansion. Sweeps of orchids and greenery adorn the winding foyer staircase and continue into the period rooms, culminating in an immersive floor-to-ceiling installation throughout the Loggia. cheekwood.org
January 31 – February 2, 2025: 35th Annual Antiques & Garden Show Nashville
As the country’s longest-running, largest, and most respected event of its kind, Nashville’s annual Antiques & Garden Show celebrates antiques, art, and horticulture. This year’s event hosts over 150 exhibitors, gardens, and cocktail parties. Featured speakers include Brooke Shields, David Flint Wood, and Lauren Akins, Sheryl Crow. Standard tickets are $30. Show hours are Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. antiquesandgardenshow.com
Happy January, Nashville!Â
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To see more great Nashville events, visit our Happenings calendar!
