Weekend Highlights: May 11-13

Happy Mother’s Day Weekend! Need some last minute ideas because you forgot it was Mothers Day? We’ve got you covered!

Friday 5/11

Nashville Film Festival

Why spend a Friday night at a regular movie theater when you can experience a movie premier, red carpet and all? The Nashville Film Festival is a 10-day event, showcasing over 300 movies, most of which are premiering for the first time. Grab bae and spice up movie night!

The Details

When: Showings start at 5:30pm

Where: Regal Cinemas Hollywood 27 & RPX (100 Oaks)

$15

Musicians Corner at Centennial Park

Friday night is acoustic night! This free annual summer event promotes emerging artist and encourages their audience to learn more about music and arts. There is way more than music though. Enjoy food trucks, beer & wine, and activities for the children at “Kidsville.”

The Details

When: 5pm- 9pm

Where: Centennial Park

FREE

 

Saturday 5/12

Iroquois Steeplechase

Don’t we all need more horse racing in our lives? If you still have that adrenaline rush from the Kentucky Derby, then you do not want to miss Steeplechase! “World-Class racing at Music City’s most time-honored spring event.” You already know to bring your horse race hat A-game, but also prepare for tailgating, a stick-horse race, food trucks, and more! The first race starts at 1:00pm!

The Details

When: 8am- 5:30pm

Where: Percy Warner Park

$20

Nashville Margarita Festival

Could anyone possibly have better plans than this? Didn’t think so. Taste 15 different margaritas and vote on your favorite! Enjoy music from the DJ, food, and full size drinks

The Details

When:  3pm- 6pm

Where: Walk of Fame Park

$45

Sunday 5/13

Jazz on the Cumberland

This is another annual summer event, held once a month on Sundays, and this Sunday is the first one of this season! This free event would be a perfect Mother’s Day treat! These concerts show local and national jazz artist. You will need something to sit in the grass with and money for food trucks!

The Details

When: 5:30pm- 8pm

Where: Cumberland Park

FREE admission ($5 parking at Nissan Stadium)

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