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Thursday Night Out

Special Performance by The Cowpokes

6 – 8 PM

Rooted in the rich traditions of honky-tonk, Western swing, and early country music, the Cowpokes blend incredible musicianship with a nostalgic charm that will have you two-stepping the night away.

Food Trucks

5 – 8 PM

Hoss’ Loaded Burgers
Wyldeflour Pizza
Yayo’s OMG
Kiwi Sweets

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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An Evening with Nashville Opera at Cheekwood

From the soaring melodies of Puccini and Mozart to the timeless heartbreak of Jolene, this eclectic program moves effortlessly between Opera arias, Broadway hits, Nashville country, and chart-topping favorites, all set against the gorgeous backdrop of Cheekwood’s gardens in their full summer glory.

Gather with friends and experience live opera in a setting that invites you to slow down, take it in, and feel something real. Nashville Opera artists will perform a mix of opera favorites and familiar classics, creating a night that is both approachable and deeply moving. Whether it’s your first time or your hundredth, you’ll find yourself part of something shared: music, story, and a community coming together under the open sky. Come curious. Leave changed.

Premium ticket packages are available, offering exclusive perks for an elevated concert experience.

Reserve Tickets

General Admission

Adults	$27
Youth (3-17)	$20
Ages 2 & Under	FREE
Member Adult	$20
Member Youth	$15

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

Limited Premium Table Seating | Sold Out

Non-member: $55
Member: $45

1 Nashville Opera at Cheekwood tickets (with Gardens and Mansion access)
1 VIP Round Table Seat
1 Drink Ticket
Parking

Premium Ticket Package | Sold Out

Non-member: $150
Member: $125

2 Nashville Opera at Cheekwood tickets (with Gardens and Mansion access)
2 ENO Lounger SL chairs
Premium seating near stage
Parking
1 bottle of wine with Cheekwood branded wine bag

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Fleurs de Villes THE GILDED AGE 

From August 1–9, discover a curated collection of one-of-a-kind fresh floral mannequins displayed throughout Cheekwood’s Botanic Hall, Frist Learning Center, and Historic Mansion & Museum. This stunning showcase celebrates The Gilded Age, the acclaimed drama set in late 19th-century New York, where old money and new ambition collide in a time of extraordinary social change — reimagined through spectacular floral storytelling.

Created by Nashville’s talented floral designers, each floral masterpiece interprets the series’ distinct characters and opulent style — from the bold, aspirational gowns of Bertha Russell to the refined sophistication of Agnes van Rhijn, the understated elegance of Marian Brook, and the modern perspective of Peggy Scott — inviting visitors to experience the elegance and intrigue of The Gilded Age  in full bloom.

Fleurs de Villes THE GILDED AGE Floral Mannequins

Character Name, Floral Designer, Location, and Patron

1. Mr. Bannister

By Flower Girls Floral Design
Located in the Historic Mansion & Museum

2. Gladys Russell

By Studio Izrada
Located in the Historic Mansion & Museum

3. Bertha Russell

By Rose Hill Flowers
Located in the Historic Mansion & Museum

4. George Russell

By Rose Hill Flowers
Located in the Historic Mansion & Museum

5. Larry Russell

By Village Revival
Located in the Historic Mansion & Museum

6. Mrs. Astor

By Laurel & Leaf
Located in the Historic Mansion & Museum

7. Marian Brook

By Abbj Design
Located in the Frist Learning Center

8. Peggy Scott

By By Gossamer
Located in the Frist Learning Center

9. Dorothy Scott

By Larson Floral Co.
Located in the Frist Learning Center

10. Aurora Fane

By The Flower House
Located in the Frist Learning Center

11. Agnes van Rhijn

By T Villager Designs
Located in the Frist Learning Center

12. Ada Brook

By LL Floral
Located in the Frist Learning Center

Fleurs de Villes Gifts & Keepsakes Pre-Sale

Fleurs de Villes official merchandise now available online! Shop the Fleurs de Villes Pre-Sale to reserve your official merchandise. Orders will ship during the exhibition or select in-store pickup to pick up your items at Cheekwood.

Shop Now

The Museum Shop will feature Fleurs de Villes merchandise, along with elegant items and gifts inspired by the Gilded Age including; books, stationery, jewelry, gilded barware, lace fans, and accessories. Be sure to stop by the shop for botanical bracelets, birth flower necklaces, botanical-infused cocktail syrups, and more!

Reserve Tickets

Garden & Mansion ticket is required to experience the full exhibition.

	Gardens Only	Gardens + Mansion
Adults	$23	$29
Youth	$16	$22
Ages 2 & Under	FREE	FREE
Member Adult 9AM – 5PM	FREE	FREE
Member Youth 9AM – 5PM	FREE	FREE
Member Adult 5 – 9PM	$10	$16
Member Youth 5 – 9PM	$5	$14

$2 service fee per paid item
Non-Members: $5 per order parking fee

Featured Floral Designers

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Math in Bloom: The Balanced Centerpiece – Symmetry in Floral Design

Create a lush, garden-inspired centerpiece while learning what makes a floral arrangement sing. We’ll cover the basics of color theory so you can mix hues with confidence and look at floral symmetry and patterns to create designs that feel balanced and organic. Perfect for beginners and floral enthusiasts alike — you’ll leave with new design insight and a display you can’t wait to show off.

Instructor

Jessica Sequeira, Founder & Lead Floral Designer of Northward Floral

Location

Orange Studio, Frist Learning Center
Not Yet Members: $70
Members: $60
Register

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Cheekwood in Bloom: Red, White & Blooms

Celebrate history in full bloom! This spring, Cheekwood’s annual festival of flowers honors America’s 250th anniversary with a spectacular sea of 250,000 red and white tulips, purple-blue violas, and hyacinths. Our growing collection of daffodils adds to the palette, draping the estate in cheerful bright yellows and pure whites, creating a vibrant display of color and renewal.

It’s the perfect setting for families, friends, and nature enthusiasts to gather and welcome a new season as winter fades. On select weekends, enjoy live jazz as talented student musicians from Vanderbilt University’s Blair School of Music perform in the gardens. Stroll through breathtaking scenery, visit food trucks, and enjoy American art on display in the Historic Mansion. Experience beauty, history, and community at Cheekwood in Bloom!

On select weekends during Cheekwood in Bloom, enjoy live jazz performances as talented student musicians from Vanderbilt University’s Blair School of Music perform in the gardens. Grab a picnic table or bring a blanket for a gorgeous day amidst the sights and sounds of spring.

Explore Live Music and Food Truck Schedule

Embrace the hopefulness of the season as 250,000 blooms come to life.

Take a photo with artist Robert Indiana’s iconic LOVE sculpture and marvel in the beauty all around us. Enjoy the stunning view of blooming tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths as music in the beer garden delights the ears each weekend and the joy of spring warms your heart.

Want to know what’s currently blooming in the gardens? We share our #topplantpicks on Facebook and Instagram!

Music

Cabaret at Cheekwood

The Frist Learning Center Great Hall transforms into a French Cabaret for the opening weekend of Cheekwood in Bloom, featuring acoustic music on Saturday and a vocal trio on Sunday.

March 9

12 – 2 PM | Isaac Eicher Quartet

March 10

12 – 2 PM | Justyna Kelley

Le Jardin de Bière

The Beer Garden transforms to Le Jardin de Bière to celebrate French music en plein air. French food and wines will be available to complete the après-midi parfait or perfect afternoon!

March 16

12 – 2 PM | Brook Sutton

March 17

12 – 2 PM | Jerome Degey Trio

Art

Figure Drawing

March 16 – 17 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Frist Learning Center Great Hall | Included with Admission

Leap into your inner artist! Nashville Ballet dancers will pose as living art while modeling the work of Edgar Degas. Practice your hand at figure drawing with live models for reference. All drawing materials will be provided.

Nashville Ballet

French Culture with Amélie de Gaulle *

April 6 | 10 AM

*We are no longer accepting reservations. This program is at capacity.

Join Amélie de Gaulle, Honorary Consul of France for Tennessee and great niece of past President of France, General Charles de Gualle, as she talks all things France. A native Parisienne, Ms. de Gualle will share stories of her homeland and discuss the best of French culture.

Cuisine

Pop Up: Little Gourmand
April 13 | 10 AM | Open Until Sold Out

Frist Learning Center Great Hall
Guenievre Milliner, a Parisian native, moved to Nashville in 2014 and started the Little Gourmand. Come taste authentic French pastries and other delicacies available for purchase.

French Cheese 101*
April 13 | 10:30 AM – 12 PM | Sold Out

French cheese is so much more than brie! Learn about the many types of fromage and how to best enjoy them from the cheese mongers of Grey Cheese.
Register

French Wines 101*
April 13 | 1 – 2:30 pm | Sold Out

France is arguably the wine world’s most important country, and home to famed regions such as Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne. Under the guidance of a trained sommelier, taste a few of the best of what France has to offer.
Register

All About Crêpes
April 14 | 1 – 2:30 pm

Crêpes originated in France around Brittany all the way back in the 13th century. Crêpes can be filled with sweet or savory items, making them a favorite throughout the day. Join the experts of Black Diamond Culinary to learn about the history of crêpes, taste a few versions, and even try your own hand at creating one.
Register

* Additional registration and purchase required.

TOTS!

March – May | Tuesday – Saturday | 10 AM – 12 PM

TOTS! returns in 2024 with more fun for the little ones in the Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden. Beginning March 9, tots and their guardians can enjoy drop-in style hands-on activities and storytimes Tuesday through Saturday. Join a member of the garden staff for a crowd favorite, Turtle Talks, as they feed the turtles and answer questions about the Children’s Garden’s shelled residents. Each week’s theme is inspired by current exhibitions or seasonal festivals, encouraging exploration of art and the natural world.

Learn More

Food Vendors

Saturdays

March 8

Cousin’s Maine Lobster
Hoss’ Loaded Burgers
Southern Spoon
Travelin’ Toms Coffee Truck

Sundays

March 9

Nashville Craft Beverage Company
Loveless Cafe
Grilled Cheeserie
Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck
Sarabhas Creamery

Saturdays

March 8

Cousin’s Maine Lobster
Hoss’ Loaded Burgers
Southern Spoon
Travelin’ Toms Coffee Truck

Sundays

March 9

Nashville Craft Beverage Company
Loveless Cafe
Grilled Cheeserie
Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck
Sarabhas Creamery

Reserve Tickets

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2026 Middle Tennessee Scholastic Art Exhibition

Students submit photographs of their works online to be judged at Cheekwood by expert panels of jurors. Jurors pour over hundreds of works of art, looking for the following: originality, technical skill, and emergence of a personal vision.

This is Cheekwood’s 35th year hosting the awards, and it is bigger than ever! Gold and Silver Key awarded works are displayed in the Frist Learning Center Great Hall during the Scholastic Art Awards Exhibition March 14 – April 5, 2026.

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Sweet Holiday Dreams in the Historic Mansion

About Laura Dowling

From 2009-2015, Dowling served as Chief Floral Designer for the White House. She managed the floral design for thousands of private and official White House parties, receptions, and state dinners as well as large-scale installations for the Fourth of July, Halloween, and the iconic White House Christmas. Dowling is known for her contemporary and romantic style of flower arranging that is rooted in classic French design.

Holiday Décor Mansion Tour & Afternoon Tea

December 2 – January 2

Docent-Led Tour of the Mansion | 12:45 PM
Holiday Tea at Café 29 | Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays | 1:30 – 3 PM
Holiday Marketplace | 9 AM – 3:30 PM

Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind festive daytime visit to Cheekwood. Discover thoughtfully curated gifts at the Holiday Marketplace and charming shops then step inside the Mansion for a docent-led tour of Sweet Holiday Dreams — a breathtaking display of holiday décor designed by former Chief White House Florist Laura Dowling. To finish your day, unwind with a cozy afternoon tea featuring seasonal sweets and savory bites, the perfect ending to a merry outing.

Holiday Teas

Special Performance by The Cowpokes

6 – 8 PM

Food Trucks

5 – 8 PM

Reserve Tickets

Reserve Tickets

Fleurs de Villes THE GILDED AGE Floral Mannequins

Character Name, Floral Designer, Location, and Patron

1. Mr. Bannister

Sponsored by Gail Danner Greil and Joanne Slaughter

2. Gladys Russell

Sponsored by Janice Morgan and Gus Mayer

3. Bertha Russell

Sponsored by Mrs. John Whitney Payson

4. George Russell

Sponsored by Barry Stowe and J. Michaels Clothiers

5. Larry Russell

Sponsored by Russell Bates & Ben Scott

6. Mrs. Astor

Sponsored by Northern Trust

7. Marian Brook

Sponsored by Vicki & Kerry McCluggage

8. Peggy Scott

Sponsored by Anonymous

9. Dorothy Scott

Sponsored by Lucie Cammack, Julia Cammack Truemper & John Truemper

10. Aurora Fane

Sponsored by Mimi Bliss

11. Agnes van Rhijn

Sponsored by Josephine Darwin, Sandra Lipman, and Mary Follin Simonsen

12. Ada Brook

Sponsored by Laurie & Steve Eskind

Fleurs de Villes Gifts & Keepsakes Pre-Sale

Reserve Tickets

Featured Floral Designers

Instructor

Location

Embrace the hopefulness of the season as 250,000 blooms come to life.

Food Vendors

Saturdays

11 AM – 3 PM

March 8

March 15

March 22

March 29

April 6

April 12

Sundays

11 AM – 3 PM

March 9

March 16

March 23

March 30

April 13

Embrace the hopefulness of the season as 250,000 blooms come to life.

Music

Cabaret at Cheekwood

March 9

March 10

Le Jardin de Bière

March 16

March 17

Art

Figure Drawing

March 16 – 17 | 10 AM – 2 PM Frist Learning Center Great Hall | Included with Admission

French Culture with Amélie de Gaulle *

April 6 | 10 AM

Cuisine

Pop Up: Little Gourmand April 13 | 10 AM | Open Until Sold Out

French Cheese 101* April 13 | 10:30 AM – 12 PM | Sold Out

French Wines 101* April 13 | 1 – 2:30 pm | Sold Out

All About Crêpes April 14 | 1 – 2:30 pm

TOTS!

March – May | Tuesday – Saturday | 10 AM – 12 PM

Food Vendors

Saturdays

March 8

Sundays

March 9

Saturdays

March 16 – 17 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Frist Learning Center Great Hall | Included with Admission

Pop Up: Little Gourmand
April 13 | 10 AM | Open Until Sold Out

French Cheese 101*
April 13 | 10:30 AM – 12 PM | Sold Out

French Wines 101*
April 13 | 1 – 2:30 pm | Sold Out

All About Crêpes
April 14 | 1 – 2:30 pm