8 can’t miss New Year’s Eve events in Nashville to ring in the new decade – Tennessean
Is it really a New Year’s Eve celebration in Nashville without a little music?
From jam band tributes and disco parties to an undeniable Broadway hit and the songwriting legends in-between, ring in the new year — and new decade — at one of these New Year’s Eve shows headed to Music City.
John Prine at the Opry House
New decade, same can’t-miss tradition from songwriting favorite John Prine. The Nashville storyteller returns to his adopted New Year’s Eve home for a one-time performance. Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives and The Secret Sisters support the show. Tickets start at $81.50 before fees. Find more information at opry.com.
‘Hamilton’ at Andrew Jackson Hall
His name is Alexander Hamilton and he’s kicking off 2020 in Music City. Not lucky enough to score a ticket to opening night of the acclaimed musical ? Try your luck at landing $10 seats via the ‘Hamilton’ digital lottery. ‘Hamilton’ runs through Jan. 19, 2020 in Nashville. Find more information at tpac.org.
Jack Daniel’s Music City Midnight
Staple figures in country and Americana share the stage at one of Nashville’s biggest annual concerts as Keith Urban and Jason Isbell play the annual New Year’s Eve bash in Bicentennial Park. The signature music note drops at night, but come early for performances from The Struts, Amanda Shires, Bren Joy, Kalie Shorr, the Fisk Jubilee Singers and DJ Dave Audé. Free. Find more information at visitmusiccity.com.
Cherub at Marathon Music Works
Skip the downtown rush and catch this Nashville-born “”Doses & Mimosas” indie-electronic act headline its final show of the decade. Mike Floss & Gibbz open. Tickets start at $30 before fees. Find more information at marathonmusicworks.com.
Sparkle City at Basement East
Disco, anyone? The annual New Year’s Eve party for Nashville disco team Sparkle City heads to East Nashville. $20 tickets. Find more information at thebasementnashville.com.
Old Crow Medicine Show at the Ryman
The Mother Church is sure to rock like a wagon wheel as Nashville’s premier modern string band plays its annual year-ending showcase. Americana newcomer and four-time 2020 Grammy nominee Yola opens the show. Tickets start at $59.50 before fees. Find more information at ryman.com.
Terrapin Flyer at Exit/In
Jam into 2020 with a 20th anniversary concert that celebrates this musical nod to the Grateful Dead. Tickets cost $25. More information at exitin.com.
Drivin’ N’ Cryin’ at Little Harpeth Brewing
Craft beer! Music! Fireworks! Snag a spot at this New Year’s Eve celebration for a headlining set from the Southern rock outfit and stay to catch the downtown fireworks show. Nashville indie outfit Okey Dokey and psychedelic rock group The Minks support the bill. Tickets cost $25 before fees. Find more information at littleharpethbrewing.com.
Marc Broussard at City Winery
The Louisiana-raised “Bayou soul” artist plays back-to-back New Year’s Eve Performances. Tickets start at $55 before fees. Find more information at citywinery.com.
Published 1:35 PM EST Dec 17, 2019
