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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.

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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!

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.

We share our #topplantpicks on Facebook, Instagram, and our Blog!

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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

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Cheekwood in Bloom Events

Food Vendors


Saturdays

11 AM – 3 PM

March 8

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

March 15

Little Cancun on the Go
The Rolling Recipe
The Pepper Pot
Smokin’ Buttz BBQ
Livvi’s Sips and Sweets

March 22

Holi at Cheekwood

March 29

Cousin’s Maine Lobster
The Pepper Pot
Nashville Craft Beverage
Daddy’s Dogs
Sarabhas Creamery

April 6

King of Pops
The Rolling Recipe
Taste of Aloha
Nashbowls Acai
Smoke Boss

April 12

Roadhouse Grille
Hautewheels
Salsa Franklin Taco
Moosic City Creamery
Nashbowls Acai

Sundays

11 AM – 3 PM

March 9

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

March 16

Coley’s Jook Junt
The Rolling Recipe
Yayo’s OMG
Gypsy Crepe
Livvi’s Sips and Sweets

March 23

Buns on the Run
Sarabhas Creamery
Pizza Assurda
Gypsy Crepe
Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck

March 30

Daddy’s Dogs
Loveless Cafe
Nash Kabab
Nashville Craft and Beverage Company
King of Pops

April 13

J & D Smokers
Loveless Cafe
Hautewheels
Chivanada
Rolled 4 Ever

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.

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!

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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.

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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.


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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. 

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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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Sweet Holiday Dreams in the Historic Mansion

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Behind-the-Scenes with Laura Dowling

Learn about the handcrafted, one-of-a-kind designs in the Mansion from Laura Dowling herself on a special talk and tour. You’ll get a first look at the renowned floral designer’s installation before it opens to the public, plus tips and recommendations for your own holiday décor and table settings.

Member Tickets: $125
Not-Yet Members Tickets: $150


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.

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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.


More with Laura Dowling

Laura Dowling Gifts of the Garden Chairs
Lisa Manning  |  Vicki McCluggage

Room Patrons
Horticultural Society of Middle Tennessee  |  Loggia & Botanic Hall Atrium
Lucie Cammack  |  Dining Room
Katherine Crosthwaite  |  Drawing Room
Sally Hunt  |  Entrance & Foyer
Kat DeLay  |  Library
Barbara Turner  |  Morning Room
Kailey Hand  |  Grand Staircase Landing
Jerry Williams  |  Transverse Hallway
Cathy Jackson  |  Silver Room


Hospitality Sponsor
Hyatt Place

Dining Room table décor provided by

Replacements, Ltd.

Holiday LIGHTS

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sponsored by
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Holiday LIGHTS

From the radiant Peppermint Path and breathtaking Star Field to the majestic 28-foot Pixel Pine casting a glow over the Bradford Robertson Color Garden, enjoy elegant and creative light displays along a one-mile walking path where every step ignites the holiday spirit. Don’t miss the Dancing Lights of TRAINS! as Cheekwood’s permanent TRAINS! exhibit gets a holiday makeover with glittering lights, charming scenes, and surprises around every bend.

Stop by the Holiday Marketplace and warm up by cozy firepits with s’mores and toasty drinks. In addition to the dazzling outdoor displays, go inside the Historic Mansion to explore An Enchanted Noel, a French-inspired holiday installation envisioned by former Chief White House Floral Designer Laura Dowling.

Discover why Holiday LIGHTS is consistently voted a Nashville top event, where timeless nostalgia meets brand-new magic every year.


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Fireside S’mores

Cozy up around our outdoor firepits with a classic holiday treat. S’mores kits are available for purchase at the bar kiosks and Holiday Marketplace to roast on the Frist Learning Center terrace.

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New! Igloo Experience

Heated outdoor igloos provide an intimate, exclusive experience! Each igloo seats up to 8 guests and includes cozy seating, blankets, a charcuterie and sweets board, a bottle of champagne, and gardens admission.

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Holiday Marketplace

Daytime Hours | 9 AM – 3:30 PM
Evening Hours | 4:30 – 10 PM

The Holiday Marketplace returns to the Frist Learning Center with several new holiday décor collections, cozy winterwear, Jellycat plush, and new Cheekwood gifts, including a Mansion snow globe.

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Truist Holiday Gift Drive

November 17 – December 16

Give back this season by purchasing a gift for a military family in any of our gift shops and donating it to the Truist Holiday Gift Drive.

Presented by Truist Bank.

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Perenn at Cheekwood Holiday LIGHTS Hours

Daytime | 9 AM – 3 PM
Evening | 4:30 – 8 PM

Make Perenn part of your Cheekwood tradition with hot chocolate, warm spiced cider, fresh-baked cookies, and a rotating selection of seasonal treats, all made to make your time at Cheekwood feel a little more special.

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Merry & Bright Package

The “Merry & Bright” is a flexible admission gift package and includes 2 adult Gardens & Mansion admission passes, 2 drink tickets, 2 s’mores kits, and 10% off in our Holiday Marketplace. The package costs $130 for Members and $155 for nonmembers.
Merry & Bright Package
Valid for any night of Holiday LIGHTS at any time.


Nashville’s classic holiday tradition returns, featuring a one-mile walking path with elegant and creative displays of lights that set Cheekwood Estate & Gardens aglow.

An Enchanted Noel

November 20 – January 3

Daytime Hours: 9 AM – 3:30 PM
Evening Hours: 4:30 – 10 PM

This year, Cheekwood’s Historic Mansion itself becomes the storyteller, guiding visitors through Un Noël Enchanté (an Enchanted Noel), a French-inspired journey of holiday traditions, design, and gardens. Conceived by Holiday Artistic Director Laura Dowling and Guest Designer Mauricio Clavero Kozlowski, each room presents a distinct French-inspired experience, from grand château celebrations and Versailles-inspired elegance to intimate salons, romantic garden retreats, and the pastoral charm of Marie-Antoinette’s Hameau.

While we can’t reveal every surprise, don’t miss the spectacular vintage-inspired hot air balloon handcrafted by Studio Cera Marie. Suspended above the Loggia, its blue-and-white striped canopy evokes the adventurous spirit of Belle Époque Paris that inspired artists and dreamers alike!

Available with Gardens + Mansion access tickets.
Reserve Daytime Tickets
Reserve Holiday LIGHTS Tickets

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Explore Holiday Events

Special Event
Holiday LIGHTS 2022. Photo by Nathan Zucker. Courtesy of Cheekwo
November 19, 2026

Holiday LIGHTS Member Preview Night

Step into a shimmering winter wonderland as Cheekwood comes alive with over a million twinkling lights! From the radiant Pinnacles…
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November 21, 2026

Live Greenery Wreath Workshop

Make your own wreath from a high-quality selection of live greenery and ribbons. Instructor Abigail Boroughs, Cheekwood Location Botanic Hall…
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November 21, 2026

Live Greenery Wreath Workshop

Make your own wreath from a high-quality selection of live greenery and ribbons. Instructor Abigail Boroughs, Cheekwood Location Botanic Hall…
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December 5, 2026

Live Greenery Wreath Workshop

Make your own wreath from a high-quality selection of live greenery and ribbons. Instructor Abigail Boroughs, Cheekwood Location Botanic Hall…
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December 5, 2026

Live Greenery Wreath Workshop

Make your own wreath from a high-quality selection of live greenery and ribbons. Instructor Abigail Boroughs, Cheekwood Location Botanic Hall…
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December 12, 2026 - December 24, 2026

Daytime Visits with Santa

Visit with Santa in the Historic Stable and Tack Room located in the Frist Learning Center and bring your letter…
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December 13, 2026

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…
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December 19, 2026

Holiday Watercolor Wall Art

Learn how to paint a festive scene in watercolors! Participants will leave with their own frame-ready, matted artwork. Location Frist…
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December 22, 2026

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…
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Late Night LIGHTS

Late Night Lights returns this year.

  • Tickets are Garden Only
  • Monday – Thursday  |  8:30 PM
    • Not offered on peak nights (Fridays, Saturdays, week leading up to Christmas)
  • Nonmembers pay $20 per person (adult or youth)
  • Members receive discounted tickets: $17 Member Adult, $13 Member Youth

Because these are discounted tickets, “Late Night Lights” ticketholders must wait until 8:30 PM for entry.

Ticket Transfer

If you find you’re unable to make your visit, tickets can be transferred to a new date for a fee of $5 per ticket. Please review the ticket calendar to confirm date and time availability before submitting your request as tickets cannot be transferred to sold out times. This transfer fee is non-refundable. Tickets must be transferred in advance of your scheduled date and time of visit of your original order.
Ticket Transfer Request

Military Mondays

November 23 & 30
December 7 & 28

Active duty and retired military personnel receive 50% off tickets on select Monday nights for up to 5 people with valid ID. Military Monday tickets can be purchased using the ticket calendar below. Look for the Military Monday: Adult and Military Monday: Youth ticket types after selecting the date and time slot. Military ID will be checked upon arrival.

Military Monday tickets can only be transferred to other Military Mondays..


Reserve Tickets

Non-Peak Peak
Gardens Only Gardens + Mansion Gardens Only Gardens + Mansion
Adults $26 $29 $29 $32
Youth (3-17) $20 $23  $23 $26
Ages 2 & Under FREE FREE FREE FREE
Members Adult  $17  $20 $20 $23
Members Youth  $13  $16 $16 $19

Late Night LIGHTS

8:30 PM | Select days Monday – Thursday

Gardens Only
Adults $20
Youth (3-17) $20
Members Adult  $17
Members Youth  $13

$2 service fee per ticket (in advance); $3 service fee per ticket (walk-up)
$5 parking fee per vehicle



Holiday LIGHTS

Presented by
Truist
Sponsored by
Amazon
Supported by
Lipman
With special thanks to
OLP
Hospitality Sponsor
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Movie Night in the Gardens

Watch one of the greatest stories of true love, The Princess Bride, unfold on the big screen while relaxing outdoors.

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Shakespeare at the Castles

Experience special performances by The Nashville Shakespeare Festival among the Castles and a Shakespearean Cocktail Crawl. There’s always plenty to do at Cheekwood Estate and Gardens this summer.

Schedule of Events

Formidable Fortress: The Merry Wives of Windsor

6:15 PM  |  6:45 PM  |  7:15 PM  |  7:45 PM |  8:15 PM

Crow’s Nest: Romeo and Juliet

6:30 PM  |  7:00 PM  |  7:30 PM  |  8:00 PM |  8:30 PM

Flower Fairy Palace: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

6:20 PM  |  6:50 PM  |  7:10 PM  | 7:40 PM  |  8:10 PM

Wizard’s Watchtower: Hamlet

6:25 PM  | 6:55 PM  | 7:25 PM  | 7:55 PM  | 8:25 PM

Dragon’s Den: Macbeth

6:15 PM  | 6:45 PM  | 7:15 PM  | 7:45 PM  | 8:15 PM


Cocktail Menu

Dragon’s Den

Lady McBeth – Heroes Vodka, Amante Liqueur, Riesling, Lime Juice, Tonic Water

Flower Fairy Palace

Puck’s Fizz – Gingarby Gin, Cherry Liqueur, Peach Cocktail Mix, Champagne

Wizard Watch Tower

Taming of the Shrewdriver – Heroes Vodka, Limoncello, Grapefruit Syrup, Orange Juice

Formidable Fortress

What’s in a Name – Old Hickory Bourbon, Blood Orange Syrup, Ginger Beer, Lime Juice – Served in a take home Goblet

Crow’s Nest

R.S. Lipman Tastings

Reserve Tickets

 

Gardens Only Cocktail Crawl + Gardens
Adults $13 $45
Youth (3-17) $10 –
Ages 2 & Under FREE –
Member Adult $10 $40
Member Youth $5 –

Special Ticket for Rideshare: Gardens + Cocktail Crawl | $40 Non-Members, $35 Members

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


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Songwriters Under the Stars

Summer nights invite lingering and lounging under the stars at Cheekwood, where over two magical evenings, music fills the air.

Chris Destefano, The Warren Brothers & the Music City Symphony

Experience top Nashville hitmakers and musicians in a one-of-kind setting at Cheekwood’s Songwriters Under the Stars. Nestled on gorgeous Swan Lawn, this season’s concert features Chris DeStefano and The Warren Brothers sharing chart-topper songs and stories, accompanied by the renowned Music City Symphony. The show will also feature a special tribute to late singer-songwriter and music producer, Brett James, who was a fixture of Songwriters Under the Stars at Cheekwood for many years.

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General Admission

Member Tickets: $65
Not Yet Member Tickets: $75

Premium Ticket Packages

Member Tickets: $150
Not Yet Member Tickets: $175
Premium package includes: 

  • 1 Songwriters Under the Stars concert ticket
  • Premium parking with golf cart shuttle
  • Exclusive front of stage viewing in a relaxed Eno Lounger SL chair*
    • *Eno Lounger SL chair is Cheekwood property. Please leave for the next event.
  • 2 drink tickets


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Dinner & Appetizer Packages

Garden Dinner Box (for 1): $35.00

Includes:

  • Pesto Pasta Salad with Summer Squash & Rotisserie Chicken
  • Marinated White Beans with Calabrian Chili and Tomatoes
  • Herb de Provence Focaccia
  • Chocolate Bouchon

Concert Appetizer Box (for 2): $35.00

Includes:

  • Charcuterie
  • Cheese
  • Marcona Almonds
  • Honey
  • Olives
  • Crostini
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie

Member Tickets: $65
Not Yet Member Tickets: $75
Reserve Tickets:

Premium Ticket Packages:

Member Tickets: $150
Not Yet Member Tickets: $175
Reserve Premium Ticket Package:

Premium package includes: 
⦁ 1 Songwriters Under the Stars concert ticket
⦁ Exclusive, front-of-stage viewing
⦁ 2 drink tickets
⦁ Relaxed seating in an Eno Lounger SL chair
⦁ Premium parking in Lot B with golf cart shuttle

Wendell Mobley

Wendell Mobley

Multi platinum Grammy nominated singer songwriter Wendell Mobley has had 10 number one songs parked at the top of the charts for a combined 26 weeks and sold over 60 million records and countless BMI awards. But he continues to create refreshing lyrics and melodies for the biggest acts and brightest newcomers. Since making his way from his hometown of Celina, Ohio, Wendell has had huge success with acts including Rascal Flatts “Take Me There”, “Fast Cars and Freedom”, “I Melt” and “Banjo” – Kenny Chesney’s ACM song of the year nom “There Goes My Life” ASCAP song of the year “How Forever Feels”, ASCAP song of the year “How Country Feels” for Randy Houser – Jason Aldean’s number one songs “Tattoos On This Town” and “A Little More Summertime” 15 other cuts by Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan “Shut It Down”, Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, Dustin Lynch, Brantley Gilbert, Rodney Atkins, Alabama, Carrie Underwood, Trace Adkins, Lonestar, Reba McEntire, Trisha Yearwood, Montgomery-Gentry, Andy Griggs, Julianne Hough, John Michael Montgomery, the legendary Kenny Rogers and pop star Edwin McCain among many others. He is the writer / singer and voice of the national ad campaign “Napa Know How”. This decorated songwriter is also one of Nashville’s finest vocalist. Yes, he’s written a lot of songs that you’ve blasted through your speakers but if you’ve not heard him sing then you’re missing out.

Kelly Archer

Kelly Archer

Originally from the Pacific Northwest of Canada, Kelly Archer has been a signed songwriter in Music City for over two decades. Her songs have been recorded by Reba McEntire, Brett Young, Jason Aldean, Tricia Yearwood, Justin Moore and Jo Dee Messina, to name only a few. Her first No. 1 charting song was with Brett Young’s “Sleep Without You,” while her most recent hit was the song “Wild as Her,” performed by Corey Kent.

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Lee Thomas Miller

Nashville-based songwriter Lee Thomas Miller has written seven #1 singles in the past 15 years. He recently co-wrote “It Ain’t My Fault” with Brothers Osborne, a song that reached the Top 10 and earned a Grammy. Lee is a former President of the Nashville Songwriter’s Association Internation (NSAI), three-time Grammy nominee and winner of the Country Music Association’s Song of the Year.

Food Trucks


Friday, August 23

Eva Diva Sweets
Coley Jook Junt
Good Humor Ice Cream
Salsa Franklin Taco

Saturday, August 24

Gelatano
Southern Spoon
YAYO’s OMG

Sunday, August 25

Coley’s Jook Junt
Gelatano
Salsa Franklin Taco

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Cheekwood’s Love Grows Here Community Celebration

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Classics in the Gardens

Tuesday, June 3

Daytime

10 AM & 12 PM
Enjoy two performances by the Nashville Opera featuring love songs/arias.

2 PM
The Nashville Puppet Truck will give a free performance at 2 PM.

Fun for the Kids

Elizabethan Silhouettes Activity | 10 AM – 2 PM
Learn about fashion in the age of Queen Elizabeth and then dress a silhouette using coffee filters and watercolors.

The Cheekwood Gardening School $5 Class | 1:30 PM

Historic Garden Design: Selections from England, France, and Italy
Explore iconic garden styles from England’s varied landscapes to France’s formal parterre, and Italy’s Renaissance villas. Discover key design elements and historical context.

Instructor
Dr. Marc Lavine, Retired Historian
Register

Evening

Shakespeare in the Gardens | 6 – 9 PM
Experience special performances by The Nashville Shakespeare Festival among the Castles and a Shakespearean Cocktail Crawl.

Special event reservations required

Reserve Tickets

Tennessee Treasures

Wednesday, June 4

Daytime

9 AM – 4 PM
The Country Music Hall of Fame brings its Musical Petting Zoo (10 AM – 12 PM) to Cheekwood and pays tribute to Taylor Swift with a Dance Party featuring some of her most beloved songs and a Friendship Bracelet Making Station (12 – 2 PM).

Fun for the Kids

Tennessee Wildflowers Seed Bombs | 10 AM – 2 PM
Country music isn’t the only thing native to Tennessee! Learn about the native wildflowers that blanket the state and make your own seed bomb to take home and plant.

The Cheekwood Gardening School $5 Class | 1:30 PM

Designing Native Plant Gardens
Tennessee is one of the most biodiverse states in the country. Learn how to design a native plant garden that showcases Middle Tennessee’s splendor and supports local ecosystems.

Instructor
Paul Prill, Master Gardener
Register

Evening

Under the Stars: An Evening with Rodney Crowell | 7 PM
Legendary singer, songwriter, and Grammy Award winner Rodney Crowell brings his timeless talent to Cheekwood for an intimate concert amid the beautiful gardens.

Special event reservations required

Reserve Tickets

Groovin’ in the Garden

Thursday, June 5

Daytime

10 AM – 2 PM
The Groovin’ in the Garden Festival will be an electrifying day of rock ’n’ roll performed by some of the coolest kid bands around. These talented music students will blow you away with their undeniable energy.

Know a kid who rocks? Sign up below for a chance to join in the fun as young musicians take over the stage.

Performers must be under the age of 16 and must have parental approval.

Groovin’ in the Garden Application

Fun for the Kids

Make a Maraca | 10 AM – 2 PM
We’re grooving in the garden today, so make a maraca and dance to your own rhythm.

The Cheekwood Gardening School $5 Class | 1:30 PM

Dig In: Kid-Friendly Gardening
Get your hands dirty together! This kid-friendly class blends fun, take-home gardening activities with composting and soil care basics. Open to adults and accompanying children.

Instructor
Kaitlyn McGrath, Cheekwood
Register

Evening

Thursday Night Out featuring Sunny Dada and Afrokokoroot | 5 – 9 PM
Join us for a special Thursday Night Out featuring Sunny Dada and his AfrikokoRoot Afrobeat Ensemble. Sunny Dada, with his 12-piece band, will bring the vibrant rhythms of Afrobeat, blending traditional African music with jazz, funk, and soul.

Special event reservations required

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Best Outdoor Classroom

Friday, June 6

Daytime

9:30 – 2:30 PM
The Nashville Zoo brings three animal ambassadors to see and learn about. Travel throughout Cheekwood’s grounds and visit our Education Stations where you can step into the world of pollinators and understand the science behind a rain garden.

Fun for the Kids

3-D Bluebirds Activity | 10 AM – 2 PM
Of the many things to see at Nashville’s best outdoor classroom, the bluebirds are among the prettiest! Make your own bluebird to take home with you.

The Cheekwood Gardening School $5 Class | 1:30 PM

Bringing Birds to Your Garden
Explore practical options to attract birds and wildlife. Learn about plants, structures, and practices that support bird populations and create a lively ecosystem you can enjoy year-round.

Instructor
Pandy Upchurch, Tennessee Healthy Habitats
Register

Evening

Movie Night in the Gardens | Gates Open 7:30 PM, Showtime 8 PM
Watch one of the greatest stories of true love, The Princess Bride, unfold on the big screen while relaxing outdoors.

Special event reservations required

Reserve Tickets

Sharing the Love

Saturday, June 7

Daytime

10 AM & 12 PM
Rejuvenate in nature at a free wellness class, including a morning Beginner Yoga class and a noon Sound Bath Meditation with Small World Yoga. Just bring a mat and join in!

Fun for the Kids

Love Grows Here Activity | 10 AM – 2 PM
Design your own flower-filled heart and take a little Cheekwood love home with you.

The Cheekwood Gardening School $5 Class | 1:30 PM

Touch Grass: Mental Health Benefits of Nature
Discover nature’s impact on your well-being. Learn the science of nature-based wellness, then participate in a mindful forest walk with a certified local guide.

Instructor
Sarah Champion, Certified Guide, Association of Nature & Forest Therapy
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Evening

All You Need is Love Concert | 6 PM
Join us on Arboretum Lawn for a special concert featuring Forever Abbey Road. This incredible collective of top Nashville musicians will perform an electrifying set of Beatles hits with dynamic energy and exceptional musicianship. Get ready to experience the timeless music of The Beatles like never before.

Special event reservations required

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Join the Cheekwood Love Team!

We invite you to share why you love Cheekwood. Your heartwarming experiences and memories will help spread the love and joy found at Cheekwood every day.

In gratitude for sharing your stories, we are giving away a complimentary LOVE sticker, seed packet, and yard sign that you may pick up during our Community Celebration, June 3 – 7 (while supplies last). Stop by the LOVE TEAM table from 9 AM – 4PM.

Join the Cheekwood LOVE Team

Reserve Tickets

Daytime: Tues-Thurs Daytime: Fri-Sun
Gardens Only Gardens + Mansion Gardens Only Gardens + Mansion
Adults $10 $13 $11 $14
Senior $9 $12 $10 $13
College  $8  $11  $9  $12
Youth  $7  $10  $8  $11
Ages 2 & Under FREE FREE FREE FREE
Member Adult FREE FREE FREE FREE
Member Youth FREE FREE FREE FREE

 

All paid tickets will have a $2 service fee. Community Week, Non-Members will need to pay a $5 per vehicle parking fee.


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