Spring hits Nashville hard in April. There's almost too much going on—festivals, concerts, races, family fun, and everything in between! Here's a look at what's happening, which events you won’t want to miss, and why this city is one of the best places to be right now.

Nashville April 2026 Events Overview

Minus the concerts, because there are too many for a short overview. Just know there are dozens all month long!

• Great Spring Art Hop at Cheekwood - April 3–4
• Full Moon Tattoo and Horror Festival - April 3–5
• Eggstravaganzoo at Nashville Zoo - April 4
• Grand Ole Opry Inspirational Country Music Awards - April 6
• SuperMotocross (SMX) World Championship - April 11
• Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival - April 11
• Easter at Lucky Ladd Farms - April 12, 13, 18, 19
• Nash Yarn Fest - April 17–18
• Monster Jam - April 18
• Nashville Earth Day - April 18
• St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon - April 25–26

Nissan Stadium Gets Loud — Twice

Monster Energy AMA Supercross — April 11

If you've never seen professional Supercross live, this is your chance, right here in Nashville. The Monster Energy SMX World Championship brings the world's best off-road motorcycle racers to Nissan Stadium on Saturday, April 11, with the main event kicking off at 1:30 p.m.

Stars like Jett Lawrence, Cooper Webb, and Haiden Deegan go full throttle in a high-flying stadium battle that's genuinely hard to describe. You have to see it.

Arrive early for FanFest—you can get up close to the bikes, meet your favorite riders, and soak in the atmosphere before the racing begins. FanFest requires a main event ticket for entry and runs from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Monster Jam — April 18

One week later, the stadium fills up again. Monster Jam brings 12,000-pound trucks and world-class drivers to Nashville for an afternoon of racing, freestyle stunts, and serious crowd energy. The main event starts at 3 p.m.

Start the day at the Pit Party (10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.) for selfies with the monster trucks, autographs, and a behind-the-scenes look at how these machines actually work. Then stick around for Trackside, the pre-show warm-up at 2 p.m. that includes driver interviews and giveaways.

Drivers include fan favorites like Grave Digger, Son-uva Digger, El Toro Loco, and Megalodon, among others. Great for families and anyone who loves watching things go airborne.

Live Music: The Ryman, Bridgestone, and Schermerhorn

Nashville's music venues don't slow down in April. Here are some highlights—and there are plenty more where these came from.

Ryman Auditorium

The Mother Church of Country Music is busy all month. A few shows worth noting:

• Styx — April 21. Classic rock at one of the best venues in the country.
• Hayley Williams at a Bachelorette Party — April 25, 27, and 28. Yes, this is a real show. Three nights of it.
• Snarky Puppy — April 26. A must for jazz and fusion fans.
• Raye — April 29. Closing out the month strong.

The Ryman also hosts Max McNown (April 1–2), The Format (April 3), Breland & Friends (April 8), and more.

Bridgestone Arena

Bigger shows, bigger crowds. Standouts include:

• Chris Tomlin: Good Friday Nashville — April 3. A powerful way to spend Good Friday.
• Freely Fest — April 8, featuring The Killers, T-Pain, Dominic Fike, Janelle Monáe, and Avery Anna. One of the most stacked lineups of the month.
• Riley Green — April 18, featuring special guests Justin Moore, Drake White, and Mackenzie Carpenter

Schermerhorn Symphony Center

The Nashville Symphony has a strong April lineup across genres.

• Distant Worlds: Music From Final Fantasy — April 1–2. A symphony orchestra plays iconic video game scores. Incredible if you grew up with these games.
• Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets In Concert — April 17–19. The full film with live orchestral accompaniment. A great pick for families.
• Bluegrass Mass with the Nashville Symphony Chorus — April 21. A unique and beautiful night.
• Ben Rector: Songs For America — April 24–25.
• Mo Willems' Because — April 26, perfect for little ones.

Don’t forget to check the calendars at other popular live music venues like The Pinnacle, Marathon Music Works, Brooklyn Bowl, The Basement East, The Blue Room, and more!

The Grand Ole Opry: 30th Annual Inspirational Country Music Awards — April 6

The Inspirational Country Music Association marks 30 years at the Opry House on Monday, April 6. Doors open at 3:30 p.m., show starts at 4:30 p.m. It's an evening honoring the stories, songs, and artists that have defined the genre for three decades. A fitting way to kick off the month at one of Nashville's most iconic attractions.

Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival — April 11

Public Square Park in Downtown Nashville transforms on Saturday, April 11 (9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.) for a full day of Japanese culture. Expect music, dance, martial arts, a cosplay contest, Kaminari Taiko drumming, handmade art, anime, cultural exhibits, children's activities, and food.

This year carries extra meaning. The organizers have reached their decade-long goal of planting 1,000 cherry blossom trees throughout Nashville. That's a lot of pink.

Nash Yarn Fest — April 17–18

This one's for the fiber arts crowd, but don't sleep on it even if you're not a dedicated knitter. Nash Yarn Fest at the Fairgrounds Nashville brings together 90+ vendors from 30 states, Canada, and the UK for a full weekend of shopping, community, and creativity.

Friday, April 17 (11 a.m.–6 p.m.) and Saturday, April 18 (10 a.m.–5 p.m.) are the main shopping days, with live music on the show floor throughout. Saturday adds a lecture stage with talks from Natalie Chanin, Franklin Habit, Patty Lyons, and others.

New this year: the NYF Hootenanny on Friday evening (6–8 p.m.). Bluegrass legend Missy Raines headlines a party with music, dancing, snacks, and drinks. Separate ticket, $75.

Can't make it in person? A virtual livestream option—Nash Yarn Fest at Home—lets you watch the Saturday lectures from home.

Nashville Earth Day — April 18

Centennial Park Bandshell hosts this free family event on Saturday, April 18 (11 a.m.–5 p.m.).

Highlights include:

• Free tree giveaway: 1,250 trees from Nashville Tree Foundation, one per household, first-come, first-served
• Live music from Erin Rae, Kyshona, Josh Okeefe, Cane and Cancino, and Jarren Blair
• 75+ sustainable vendors and exhibitors
• EV Car Show with ride-alongs in a Nissan ARIYA
• EarthTalks speakers on composting, gardening, recycling, and more
• Free yoga class at 11:30 a.m.
• Kidsville parade at 3:45 p.m.

It's free, it's outdoors, it’s at one of the best parks in Nashville, and it's a good reminder that Nashville cares about more than just Broadway.

St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Nashville — April 25–26

Over 25,000 runners hit the streets of Nashville for one of the country's most celebrated running events. The course passes Broadway, Music Row, The Gulch, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and more, with live bands at 25+ spots along the route.

Distances include a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, 1-mile run, KiDS ROCK, and a Doggie Dash. The event benefits St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, so every mile means something.

Broadway shuts down for the race. That's not something you see every day.

Family Fun: Egg Hunts and Spring Celebrations

Easter falls in early April this year, and Nashville has no shortage of ways to celebrate with kids.

Eggstravaganzoo at Nashville Zoo — April 4

Nashville Zoo's annual spring event includes egg hunts at staggered times for multiple age groups, face painting, keeper talks, and themed animal enrichment, all included with regular zoo admission.

Want something extra special? The Early Riser Package ($45–$50) gets your family in at 8 a.m. for exclusive hunts, animal meet-and-greets, a grab-and-go breakfast, a photo with the Easter Bunny, and free DinoTrek access from 8–9 a.m.

Great Spring Art Hop at Cheekwood — April 3–4

Cheekwood's two-day egg hunt event features 48 hunts across different age groups and approximately 36,000 eggs filled with treats. Kids can also search for larger-than-life bunny murals hidden throughout the gardens, created by Nashville artists.

Add in food trucks, live music, and the spring garden scenery, and it's a full-day outing. Kids two and under enjoy free admission, and discounted tickets are available to members.

Note: Cheekwood in Bloom, from our March events blog, runs through April 12, so there's still time to catch 250,000 tulips, red and white plantings honoring America's 250th anniversary, and live jazz on select weekends. Great combination with the Art Hop.

Easter at Lucky Ladd Farms — April 12, 13, 18, 19

Out in Eagleville (about 40 minutes from downtown), Lucky Ladd Farms offers non-stop Easter egg hunts from 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on April 12, 13, 18, and 19. The 60-acre fun park includes pony rides, a petting zoo, slides, nature trails, wagon rides, a splash pad, and more—all included with your $32 ticket. Kids under two are free.

Full Moon Tattoo and Horror Festival — April 3–5

This isn’t your typical spring festival—and that's exactly the point. The 23rd Annual Nashville Full Moon Tattoo and Horror Festival takes over the Sonesta Nashville Airport Hotel for three days of tattoo competitions, horror film screenings, celebrity meet-and-greets, and vendor booths.

Celebrity guests include David Arquette, Bill Moseley, Greg Nicotero, Sherilyn Fenn, Ray Wise, and others from the horror world. Over 100 tattoo artists and 60+ vendors will be on-site. Tattoo contests run across both Saturday and Sunday, with categories for color, black and gray, sleeves, portraits, best horror movie tattoo, and best tattoo of the day.

Hours: Friday 4–10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Ready to Celebrate This April?

April in Nashville isn't a slow month. Whether you're here for the racing, the music, the food, the flowers, or just a reason to get outside, there's something worth showing up for every single weekend.

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