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Dog Visits with Santa

Bring your four-legged family member to join in the merriment of a holiday visit with Santa in the Frist Learning Center courtyard.

Bring your four-legged family member to join in the merriment of a holiday visit with Santa in the Frist Learning Center courtyard.

Upon arrival, proceed to the Frist Learning Center courtyard to receive your timed entry to visit Santa. While you wait, enjoy a variety of festive, holiday-themed activities.

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Dog Nights of Summer

Free for Members.

Live performance by Satin Dollz – An international vintage-inspired, vocal-and-tap-dance ensemble founded in Hollywood, California in 2005. Inspired by the spirit of WWII-era USO Camp Shows, the group blends tight vocal harmonies, lively choreography, and vintage glamour in performances celebrating the music and style of the 1940s and ’50s.

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Special Performance by Satin Dollz 


6 – 8 PM

The Satin Dollz are an international vintage-inspired, vocal-and-tap-dance ensemble founded in Hollywood, California in 2005. Inspired by the spirit of WWII-era USO Camp Shows, the group blends tight vocal harmonies, lively choreography, and vintage glamour in performances celebrating the music and style of the 1940s and ’50s.

Food Trucks

5 – 8:30 PM

Hautewheels Rolling Sandwich
Yayo’s OMG
Chivanada
Vansauwa’s Tacos and Vegan Eats

Dog Vendors

5 – 8 PM

Proverbs 12:10
Wild and Well Animal Chiropractic
Wiggle Butt Wagon
Weenie Wraps
VEG


We ask that all pets be on leash at Cheekwood. Dogs with the exception of service animals are not allowed inside the buildings, including the Mansion.

We will have water refill and doggie bag stations on the property. Please BYOBowl to fill and refill with water for your dog. If you don’t have a collapsible bowl and want something that’s easy to carry around, try making one out of materials you could already have at home. Like this one from a dog food bag or this one from a cereal box and bag.

For more information on why we no longer provide communal bowls, check out this article from the AKC and this article from Preventative Vet.

Reserve Tickets

Gardens Only Gardens + Mansion
Adults $21 $27
Youth (3-17) $14 $20
Ages 2 & Under FREE FREE
Member Adult FREE FREE
Member Youth FREE FREE

A $2 per item service fee will be added to all paid transactions.
Non-Members: $5 per order parking fee


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Dog Nights of Summer

Free for Members.

Live performance by Kyshona – An artist ignited by untold stories, and the capacity of those stories to thread connection in every community. She is unrelenting in her pursuit for the healing power of song and lends her voice and music to those that feel they have been lost, silenced, forgotten or alone. Soul&Jazz&Funk says she “mixes rootsy sounds, blues, folk, gospel and Southern soul flavors into a provocative cocktail.

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Special Performance by Kyshona


6 – 8 PM

Kyshona is an artist ignited by untold stories, and the capacity of those stories to thread connection in every community. She is unrelenting in her pursuit for the healing power of song and lends her voice and music to those that feel they have been lost, silenced, forgotten or alone. Soul&Jazz&Funk says she “mixes rootsy sounds, blues, folk, gospel and Southern soul flavors into a provocative cocktail.”

Food Trucks

5:30 – 8 PM

Hautewheels Rolling Sandwich
Little Cancun on the Go
Conscious Cravings
The Cookie Patch

Dog Vendors

5 – 8 PM

Proverbs 12:10
Wild and Well Animal Chiropractic
Weenie Wraps
Bloom Veterinary Hospital
VEG


We ask that all pets be on leash at Cheekwood. Dogs with the exception of service animals are not allowed inside the buildings, including the Mansion.

We will have water refill and doggie bag stations on the property. Please BYOBowl to fill and refill with water for your dog. If you don’t have a collapsible bowl and want something that’s easy to carry around, try making one out of materials you could already have at home. Like this one from a dog food bag or this one from a cereal box and bag.

For more information on why we no longer provide communal bowls, check out this article from the AKC and this article from Preventative Vet.

Reserve Tickets

Gardens Only Gardens + Mansion
Adults $21 $27
Youth (3-17) $14 $20
Ages 2 & Under FREE FREE
Member Adult FREE FREE
Member Youth FREE FREE

A $2 per item service fee will be added to all paid transactions.
Non-Members: $5 per order parking fee


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Dog Nights of Summer

Free for Members.

Live performance by Eliza Thorn – With a warm and uninhibited voice, Eliza Thorn is a bright-eyed and emergent force, cultivating a characteristic sound. Years of travel and busking have lent an element of grit to her tonality, honing a penchant for honest storytelling in the process.

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Special Performance by Eliza Thorn


6 – 8 PM

With a warm and uninhibited voice, Eliza Thorn is a bright-eyed and emergent force, cultivating a characteristic sound. Years of travel and busking have lent an element of grit to her tonality, honing a penchant for honest storytelling in the process.

Food Trucks

5 – 8:30 PM

Hautewheels Rolling Sandwich
Smokin’ Buttz BBQ
Millie’s Homestyle Portuguese
The Grilled Cheesire

Dog Vendors

5 – 8 PM

Proverbs 12:10
Misty Westebbe Photography
Weenie Wraps
Invisible Fence
VEG


We ask that all pets be on leash at Cheekwood. Dogs with the exception of service animals are not allowed inside the buildings, including the Mansion.

We will have water refill and doggie bag stations on the property. Please BYOBowl to fill and refill with water for your dog. If you don’t have a collapsible bowl and want something that’s easy to carry around, try making one out of materials you could already have at home. Like this one from a dog food bag or this one from a cereal box and bag.

For more information on why we no longer provide communal bowls, check out this article from the AKC and this article from Preventative Vet.

Reserve Tickets

Gardens Only Gardens + Mansion
Adults $21 $27
Youth (3-17) $14 $20
Ages 2 & Under FREE FREE
Member Adult FREE FREE
Member Youth FREE FREE

A $2 per item service fee will be added to all paid transactions.
Non-Members: $5 per order parking fee


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Dog Nights of Summer

Free for Members.

Live performance by Justyna Kelley – A multi-talented, Nashville-born singer and songwriter. Her music blends refined pop sensibility with her country and bluegrass roots. Justyna’s latest album, From Nashville with Love, fuses soulful melodies with international flair.

Justyna Kelley Photo

Special Performance by Justyna Kelley


6 – 8 PM

Justyna Kelley is a multi-talented, Nashville-born singer and songwriter. Her music blends refined pop sensibility with her country and bluegrass roots. Justyna’s latest album, From Nashville with Love, fuses soulful melodies with international flair.

Food Trucks

5 – 8:30 PM

Hautewheels Rolling Sandwich
Millie’s Homestyle Portuguese
Conscious Cravings
The Pink Truck

Dog Vendors

5 – 8 PM

Pet Resorts of America
Proverbs 12:10
Wiggle Butt Wagon
Weenie Wraps
VEG


We ask that all pets be on leash at Cheekwood. Dogs with the exception of service animals are not allowed inside the buildings, including the Mansion.

We will have water refill and doggie bag stations on the property. Please BYOBowl to fill and refill with water for your dog. If you don’t have a collapsible bowl and want something that’s easy to carry around, try making one out of materials you could already have at home. Like this one from a dog food bag or this one from a cereal box and bag.

For more information on why we no longer provide communal bowls, check out this article from the AKC and this article from Preventative Vet.

Reserve Tickets

Gardens Only Gardens + Mansion
Adults $21 $27
Youth (3-17) $14 $20
Ages 2 & Under FREE FREE
Member Adult FREE FREE
Member Youth FREE FREE

A $2 per item service fee will be added to all paid transactions.
Non-Members: $5 per order parking fee


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Dogs & Dogwoods

Dogs plus dogwood trees equals a perfect spring weekend! Bring your furry friend to Cheekwood for a stroll through the gardens and admire our nationally recognized dogwood collection. Enjoy a celebration designed for dog and nature lovers, featuring food trucks, local dog-focused vendors, live music, and the stunning beauty of flowering dogwoods.

Schedule of Events


Saturday, April 20th

9 AM – 4 PM | Café 29
10 AM – 12 PM | Children’s Garden | TOTS! Art Activities

Music
11 AM – 2 PM | Beer Garden

Charles Treadway Organ Trio

Experience the mesmerizing sounds of Charles Treadway, a renowned organ maestro, along with his trio, comprised of Nashville’s top musicians. The CTO3 will deliver a dynamic fusion of electrifying soul-jazz, blues and funk, creating sounds of reminiscent of organ legends Jimmy Smith, Joey DeFrancesco, and Jimmy McGriff.

Food Vendors
9 AM – 4 PM | Beer Garden & Lot B
Cousins Maine Lobster
Gypsy Crepe
Hoss’ Loaded Burgers
Livvi’s Lunchbox
Rolled 4 Ever
Taste of Aloha
The Pepper Pott

Dog Vendors
9 AM – 4 PM | Front of Botanic Building
Mars Petcare

9 AM – 4 PM | Lot B
Blonde Sausage Co.
Dancin’ Dog
Made with Heart
Meadow Flower Farm
Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary
Pet Musings
Weenie Wraps

Sunday, April 21st

9 AM – 4 PM | Café 29

Music
11 AM – 2 PM | Beer Garden

Vanderbilt Blair Academy Flute Ensemble
11 – 11:30 AM

Blair Academy at Vanderbilt is the precollege and adult program of the Blair School of Music. Our mission is to provide the highest caliber of music education for children, youth, and adults, so they may achieve their full potential as artists, citizens and leaders.

Chester Thompson
12 – 2 PM

Chester Thompson is a renowned drummer/percussionist, highly regarded for his ability to move seamlessly between multiple genres. Thompson’s known best for his work with Genesis and Phil Collins, with whom he shared the worldwide stage, as well as time in the studio, for over 30 years.  Other notable legends Chester performed or recorded with include Frank Zappa, Weather Report, John Fogerty, Santana, Michael McDonald, Freddie Hubbard, Ahmad Jamal, Kirk Whalum, Taj Mahal & Keb’ Mo’.

Food Vendors
9 AM – 4 PM | Beer Garden & Lot B
Bondi Bowls
Cousins Maine Lobster
Gypsy Crepe
Little Cancun On The Go
Livvi’s Lunchbox
Moosic City Ice Cream
The Grilled Cheeserie
Yayo’s OMG (Original Mexican Gourmet)

Dog Vendors
9 AM – 4 PM | Lot B
Addy and Olive
Blonde Sausage Co.
Dancin’ Dog
Doggie Doodles by Dina
Pet Musings
SOAR Nashville
Weenie Wraps

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Please keep all pet friends on leash at Cheekwood and do not bring them into any of the buildings.

We will have water refill and doggie bag stations on the property. Please BYOBowl to fill and refill with water for your dog. If you don’t have a collapsible bowl and want something that’s easy to carry around, try making one out of materials you could already have at home. Like this one from a dog food bag or this one from a cereal box and bag.

For more information on why we no longer provide communal bowls, check out this article from the AKC and this article from Preventative Vet.

Food Trucks


Saturday

9 AM – 4 PM

The Mac Shack
Salsa Franklin Taco
Daddy’s Dogs
Cousin’s Maine Lobster
Livvi’s Lunchbox
Retro Sno
The Tennessee Cobbler Company

Sunday

9 AM – 4 PM

Grilled Cheeserie
Loveless Cafe
Yayo’s OMG
Smoke Boss BBQ
Livvi’s Lunchbox
Kiwi Scoops
The Tennessee Cobbler Company

Dog Vendors


Saturday

9 AM – 5 PM

Belle Meade Animal Hospital
Bohemian & Hound
Dog Bandana Co.
My Second Home Pet Resort
Pet Musings
Proverbs 12:10 Rescue
Sniff the Cook
Unleashed Impact
Wagz & Whiskers
Wiggle Butt Wagon

Sunday

9 AM – 4 PM

Belle Meade Animal Hospital
Dog Bandana Co.
My Second Home Pet Resort
Pet Musings
Proverbs 12:10 Rescue
Sniff the Cook
Weenie Wraps
Wiggle Butt Wagon
Wish List Studio

Schedule of Events


Saturday

10 AM – 12 PM | Children’s Garden | TOTS! activities

12 – 3 PM | Beer Garden | Cristina Vane

9 AM – 4 PM | Café 29

9 AM – 4:30 PM | Beer Garden & Lot B | Food Trucks

  • Music City Fish & Chicken
  • Bag Lady’s
  • Gypsy Crepe
  • Tennessee Tater Cakes
  • King of Pops
  • Bradley’s Creamery
  • Hoss’ Loaded Burgers

9 AM – 4:30 PM | Lot B | Dog Vendors

  • Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary
  • Metro Animal Care & Control
  • Weenie Wraps
  • Wendy Jo Photo
  • Dog Bandana Co.
  • Doggie Doodles by Dina
  • Pet Musings
  • Proverbs 12:10
  • SOAR Rescue
  • The Village Unleashed
  • Movement Lounge
  • Spotted Dog Bakery

Special Musical Performances in the Beer Garden- Noon-2pm

April 20- Saturday Sounds with Charles Treadway Organ Trio

April 21- Sunday Jazz at Cheekwood with Chester Thompson

Sunday

12 – 3 PM | Beer Garden | Les Sabler Quartet

9 AM – 4 PM | Café 29

9 AM – 4:30 PM | Beer Garden & Lot B | Food Trucks

  • Moosic City
  • Yayo’s OMG
  • Daddy’s Dogs
  • Livvi’s Lunchbox
  • Cousins Maine Lobster
  • Simeon Chicken Enchiladas
  • The Rolling Recipe

9 AM – 4:30 PM | Lot B| Dog Vendors

  • Weenie Wraps
  • Wendy Jo Photo
  • Dog Bandana Co.
  • Doggie Doodles by Dina
  • Pet Musings
  • Proverbs 12:10
  • SOAR Rescue
  • The Village Unleashed
  • Movement Lounge

Reserve Tickets


Gardens Only Gardens + Mansion
Adults $22 $28
Youth (3-17) $15 $21
Ages 2 & Under FREE FREE
Members FREE FREE

A $2 service fee will be added to all paid transactions.

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Dog Visits with Santa

Bring your four-legged family member to join in the merriment of a holiday visit with Santa in the Frist Learning Center courtyard.

Bring your four-legged family member to join in the merriment of a holiday visit with Santa in the Frist Learning Center courtyard.

Upon arrival, proceed to the Frist Learning Center courtyard to receive your timed entry to visit Santa. While you wait, enjoy a variety of festive, holiday-themed activities.

sponsored by


Available with Gardens Only or Gardens + Mansion Access
Dog Visits with Santa 2025_DSC0626
Dog Visits with Santa 2025_DSC0460
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