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April 18, 2025

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Free Sidewalk Sessions Return to the Ryman

The FREE pre-show party series kicks off on PNC Plaza for seven weeks this spring starting Thursday, Apr. 17.

Ryman Auditorium’s Sidewalk Sessions have begun at Ryman Auditorium’s outdoor PNC Plaza. These pre-show parties invites guests to enjoy free performances from emerging artists just steps away from the historic Mother Church of Country Music.

Taking place on select afternoons throughout the Spring season, Ryman Sidewalk Sessions offer a unique way for visitors and locals to engage with Nashville’s music scene.

All guests are welcome, whether attending a ticketed show at the Ryman or looking for free live music in downtown Nashville. The pre-show parties kick off on PNC Plaza approximately two hours before Ryman-ticketed concert events begin, featuring live music and an outdoor bar.

The full artist lineup happening this spring can be found here and below.

Sidewalk Sessions Artist Lineup:

  • April 17 – 5:30 PM: Onoleigh
  • April 26 – 6:00 PM: Cameron Reese
  • May 1 – 5:30 PM: Tatum Scott
  • May 7 – 5:30 PM: Isabel Pless
  • May 16 – 6:00 PM: Hayley Payne
  • May 21 – 5:30 PM: Noah Anthony
  • May 30 – 5:30 PM: Connor Daly

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Michael Aldrich

Michael Aldrich is Nashville Parent's Managing Editor and a Middle Tennessee arts writer. He and his wife, Alison, are the proud parents of 4-year-old Ezra and baby Norah.