Music’s a great way to connect with others, including your own kids!  Lots of great music will fill the air during these outdoor summer concerts.

So, gather those blankets, chairs (and maybe even a picnic!) and mark your calendars to unwind at one of these fun musical outings for Middle Tennessee families:

2025 SUMMER OUTDOOR CONCERTS

MUSICIANS CORNER CONCERT SERIES

Musicians Corner, the free concert series, takes place on Fridays (5 – 9 p.m.) and Saturdays (12 – 6 p.m.), May 16 – June 14 at Centennial Park (2500 West End Ave., Nashville). The family friendly event that draws hundreds for live music, food vendors, local artisans and more is also dog-friendly and open to the public. Moreover, kids come front and center for Kidsville, a craft and fun tent just for them. The 2025 summer lineup includes:

• May 16: Ava Swan, Joelton Mayfield, Autumn Nicholas, LadyCouch, Jonny Fritz feat. Joshua Hedley
• May 17: Teddy at Night, chesle, Riley Whittaker, Nordista Freeze, SUSTO Stringband
• May 23: Maya Manuela, Styrofoam Winos, Alicia Blue, Lamont Landers, Brittney Spencer
• May 24: The Erly, Rico Del Oro, chrysalis, Josh Rouse, Sixpence None The Richer
• May 25: Camille Parker, Tabitha Meeks, Karina Daza, She Returns From War, North Mississippi Allstars
• May 30: Kadmon Love, Pomegranate, Laney Jones and the Spirits, Striking Matches, The Arcadian Wild
• May 31: Love Montage, Taylor Noelle, Abigail Rose, Eric Slick, Cut Worms
• June 6: Carmen Dianne, BAERD, Abigail Osborn, Gabe Lee, Nashville Symphony
• June 7: Amber Ais, BEAN., The Sewing Club, Kenny Sharp, Valerie June
• June 13: Hothead Wave, Isadora Petra, The Band Light, Matthew Perryman Jones, Noah Gundersen and His Band
• June 14: Safari Room, Ping Rose, Sean Thompson’s Weird Ears, Eddie 9V

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FULL MOON PICKIN’ PARTIES

This unique bluegrass music series has been a beloved Nashville tradition for over 25 years, attracting families and friends from all over to hear bluegrass under the stars in Percy Warner Park from 6 – 10 p.m. With events running from May to September, you can enjoy live bluegrass, local food trucks, cold brews and more, all summer long! 2025 dates include:

• May 23
• June 13
• July 11
• Aug 8
• Sept 5

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BIG BAND DANCES

Big Band Dances take place every Saturday, June 7 through August 9, at Centennial Park’s Event Shelter (2500 West End Ave., Nashville). A live big band provides the music while you and your kids learn a different dance style. Food trucks are on site, or you can bring a cooler. If you’re new to the swing-era dance steps or just need to knock the dust off your dancing shoes, there’s always a free lesson for everyone at 7 p.m. and the evening’s big band takes over at 7:30. The 2025 schedule and lineup includes:

• June 7: Rory Partin & his Big Band
• June 14: Merchants of Cool
• June 21: Nashville African American Wind
• June 28: The Jazz Alliance Big Band
• July 12: Music City Big Band
• July 19: South Jackson Street Band
• July 26: 5 Points Swing
• Aug. 2: The Moonlighters Big Band
• Aug. 9: Music City Swing

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NASHVILLE SYMPHONY COMMUNITY CONCERTS

Bust out those blankets and lawn chairs, because Nashville Symphony has announced dates and programs for their popular annual Community Concerts! From June 5 through 14, the Orchestra will perform free concerts in local parks and communities in Cheatham, Davidson, Montgomery and Wilson counties. 2025 dates include:

• June 5: Downtown Commons Pavilion, Clarksville
• June 6: Musicians Corner Stage, Centennial Park
• June 13: Cumberland University Memorial Lawn, Lebanon
• June 14: Ashland City

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BLUEBIRD ON THE MOUNTAIN

The concert series — presented with the world famous Bluebird Cafe — happens monthly through October at the Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory. Much sought-after tickets-by-the-carload are released on specific dates one month prior to each event. They sell out quickly and are currently showing approximately $206 on Eventbrite for a carload of eight. To score tickets, keep refreshing the page when attempting to purchase. Tickets are not officially sold out until the words “sold out” appear. Upcoming 2025 monthly dates are:

• June 7: 8 p.m. – Tia Sellers, Johnny Clawson, Kyle Sturrock (SOLD OUT!)
• June 28: 8 p.m. – Artist lineup TBD
• July 19: 8 p.m. – Artist lineup TBD
• Aug. 16: 8 p.m. – Artist lineup TBD
• Sept. 13: 7 p.m. – Artist lineup TBD
• Oct 4: 7 p.m. – Artist lineup TBD
• Oct 18: 7 p.m. – RAIN DATE – Artist lineup TBD

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JAZZ ON THE CUMBERLAND 

The popular — and FREE — Jazz On The Cumberland concert series is held on the third Sunday of the month through October from 5:30 – 8 p.m. The venue’s located at Nashville Cumberland Park (592 S. First St., Nashville). Bring your favorite blanket or lawn chair to enjoy some of the best local, regional and national jazz artists performing live at this family- and pet-friendly event. Enjoy a variety of food trucks, concessions, vendors and even a “Kid’s Fun Play Zone.” (No alcohol, tents, umbrellas, or soliciting allowed). Upcoming dates include:

• June 15 (Father’s Day Edition)
• July 20
• August 17
• September TBA
• October TBA  

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FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE CONCERT SERIES

Main Street Murfreesboro throws a musical party on the courthouse square from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. There’s always room in front of the stage to cut a rug or bring a chair and enjoy the music sitting down. Come early to have dinner at one of the locally owned downtown restaurants and do a little shopping around the square before the music begins. The 2025 dates are:

• June 13: Lisa Law & The Suspects
• July 11: Sisters Wade Revival
• August 8: Rubiks Groove
• Sept. 19: Backstage Brass

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THIRD THURSDAYS ON MAIN

Get your boogie on in downtown Gallatin with free concerts held on the third Thursday of each month from June through September from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The 2025 dates are:

• June 19: Thunderstorm Artis
• July 17: Southern Image
• Aug. 21: Canaan Cox
• Sept. 18: The French Family Band

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SUMNER CREST WINERY OUTDOOR CONCERTS 

Sumner Crest Winery in Portland hosts free, family-friendly summer concerts. Bring a picnic and blanket! The 2025 dates are:

• June 14: Four on the Floor
• June 28: Kruize Kontrol
• July 19: The Remedies
• Aug. 30: The Remedies (annual Grape Stomp)
• Sept 21: Four on the Floor (Classic Car Cruise in)

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CHEEKWOOD UNDER THE STARS CONCERT SERIES

The Under the Stars Concert Series returns, offering the unforgettable opportunity to enjoy the sounds of music’s most in-demand performers and players from across the nation, under the night sky at Cheekwood. Over three magical evenings, music fills the air while food trucks prepare mouthwatering bites and vendors offer wines by the bottle, local brew and craft cocktails. The 2025 lineup includes:

• June 4: An Evening with Rodney Crowell
• August 22 – 23 (Songwriters Under the Stars): Brett James, Trannie Andersonand Tom Douglas

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THURSDAY NIGHT OUT

Kick off the weekend at Cheekwood’s Thursday Night Out, happening every Thursday evening from 5:30 – 9 p.m., May through October. Enjoy the Enchanted Castles exhibit while a diverse music lineup provides the eclectic soundtrack. In addition, the evenings feature regionally-sourced food and spirits, lawn games, wellness classes and more. Tickets are $10 for members and $22 for non members. Advanced reservation required. The 2025 lineup includes:

• May 29: Ryan Middagh Jazz Orchestra
• June 5: Grimey’s in the Garden featuring Sunny Dada and his Afrikoko Root Afrobeat Ensemble
• June 12: Take the Highway
• June 19: Wolph
• June 26: End of the Line
• July 3: Bronwyn Keith-Hynes
• July 10: Deep Fried Five
• July 17: Paul Childers
• July 24: Big Shoes
• July 31: St. Owsley
• August 7: Charles “Wigg” Walker
• August 14: Cristina Vane
• August 21: Tiger Beats
• August 28: McKinley James

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PICKIN’ IN THE PARK

The 13th annual Pickin’ in the Park concert series at Harvey Park (4001 Miles Johnson Parkway, Spring Hill) is a family-friendly event features local musicians and songwriters. Bring chairs and blankets, and enjoy an evening of music! Food trucks will be on site. The dates and lineups for the 2025 season are:

• May 24: Troy Castellano, Texas D and the Hitchhiker, Daniel Sinclair, Julian Hanning and Michael Z. Also, Food Truck Bussin’ Bowl
• June 21: Aaron Sizemore Band, Tim Turner Band, The Woodwork, The Robinsons and Reverent Cavaliers
• July 19: Patrick Mead and Krystal King
• Aug. 16: Troy Castellano, Between a Kiss, Jersey Mike and the Sopranos
• Sept. 20: Midsouth Band, April and Sophia, Elvis Shrugged, Sun Bodies Band
• Oct. 11: Troy Castellano, Shannon McCue, DNR and Roger Green

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BRENTWOOD SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Come out to the Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park (112 Everbright Ave., Franklin) as musical groups pay tribute to a variety of genres and artists. Tickets are $27.50 for adults and $25 for seniors 55 and over. Concerts start at 7 p.m. The 2025 schedule includes:

• June 8: 6 – 8 p.m. – Monsters of Yacht
• June 22: 6 – 8 p.m. – Mustache the Band
• June 28: 6 – 9 p.m. – Cruzin Keys Dueling Pianos & Rubiks Groove
• July 4: 7 – 10 p.m. – The Downtown Band

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CORNELIA AIRPARK CONCERTS

Cornelia Airpark Concerts are back at Nashville’s Shelby Park! The unique concert experience features live music, dancing, craft beers, wine, local food trucks, activities and “Instaworthy” moments (including photos with a vintage plane!). Bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy an evening at the historic venue. Doors open at 5:30 p.m for each event with music starting at 5:45 p.m. Cost is $20 and includes beer/wine ticket for ages 21 and older. Ages 15 and under are admitted free. The 2025 schedule includes:

• Mat 17: Chloe Kimes, Runner of the Woods, Thunder & Rain
• June 14: The Watson Twins, Highway Natives, Off The Wagon
• July 19: Madeleine Kelson, CJ Field, Rebecca Lee Daniels
• Aug. 23: Jesse Lee Jones & BRAZILBILLY, Nathan Kalish & his Derechos, Wily

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ARRINGTON VINEYARDS

Come out to Arrington Vineyards (6211 Patton Road, Arrington) for free live jazz and bluegrass bands Saturdays and Sundays on the Hillside stage from 3 – 7 p.m. Food will be available. No reservations required.

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HENDERSONVILLE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Bring lawn chairs, blankets or enjoy ample seating throughout the plaza for this summer concert series live under the stars on Thursdays, June 5 – Sept. 4, at the Streets of Indian Lake (300 Indian Lake Blvd., Hendersonville). The 2025 dates include:

• June 5:
• June 12:
• June 19:
• June 26:
• July 3:
• July 10:
• Jul 17:
• July 24:
• July 31:
• Aug. 7:
• Aug. 14:
• Aug. 21:
• Aug. 28:
• Sept. 4:

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ROCK CASLTE SUMMER SONGWRITER SERIES

The Summer Songwriter Series at Rock Castle (39 Rockcastle Lane, Hendersonville) features food trucks, inflatables, yard games and original music from Nashville’s brightest rising stars! The series features four single-day mini-festivals from 5 – 9 p.m. spread out over the summer months of May through August. Adults are $10 and children are free. 2025 dates include:

• May 24: Jesse Roper, The Woods, Adam Wakefield & Friends, & Cedarstone School of Music
• June 21: Willie Pearl, Highway Natives, & Jordan Allen & the Bellwethers
• July 19: Nathan Graham, The Moran Tripp Band, & Drew Foust & The Wheelhouse
• Aug. 16: Teddy & the Rough Riders & Mojo Thunder

 

 

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