Weekend Highlights – June 15-17

Friday, June 15

615 Day

Nashville is everyone’s favorite city, right? Well, if it is yours, then you will want to be at this celebration. Come and celebrate Nashville and everything we love about this great city, from local businesses and of course, local musicians. This event benefits Musician’s on Call, so you are also supporting a good cause while in attendance! Enjoy food, drinks, and Nashville!

The Details

When: 3-9pm

Where: Richland Park

FREE!

Thunder on the Cumberland

This may be the perfect Father’s Day event for the whole family to enjoy. Fast boats and beer! Thunder on the Cumberland is a powerboat championship circuit and these boats are exclusively meant for speed! Friday are the qualifying races and the championship races start on Saturday at noon!

The Details

When: 12pm-6pm

Where: Riverfront Park

FREE!

 

Saturday, June 16

Taste of Music City Festival

One thing we love about Music City is the food and drink selection. This festival highlights them all! Come to explore the variety of food from iconic Nashville restaurants and local favorite dining spots and drinks. Also included in this festival are live demonstrations from Nashville’s top chefs, and live music (duh). Proceeds will benefit Nashville State Community College Foundation.

The Details

When: 6-10pm

Where: Public Square Park

$59; Children $15

Big Band Dance

Do you love dancing but maybe need a little guidance? Here is your chance! Every Saturday this summer there are free dance lessons and live music all night! This week’s dance lesson is all about the Rumba!

The Details

When: 7-10pm

Where: Centennial Park

FREE!

5K at Fontanel

Is your dad a fitness king? This 5k is a little different than most. It is a wooded trail race! Included with the race price is a tour of the Fontanel Mansion, hot air balloon rides, free breakfast, and more! Come and run the hills of Whites Creek Valley with your dad and ensure an awesome start to Father’s Day weekend!

The Details

When: 6am check in

Where: Fontanel Mansion

$45

 

Sunday, June 17

Father’s Day Luau

Celebrate Father’s Day with a view! 28 floors above the city, Nashville becomes Hawaii at Skye Restaurant! Skye is hosting a Hawaiian Luau menu for all the best dads out there including a whole-roasted pig. Treat your dad, grandfather, brother, or friend to an experience he will never forget this Father’s Day weekend.

The Details

When: 5-9:30pm

Where: Skye Restaurant

$50

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