A Nat King Cole tribute at Schermerhorn sits on Friday night beside Orville Peck’s glam-country show at The Truth on Sunday, and that gap in one weekend says plenty about Nashville’s range. The Grand Ole Opry anchors the country end, while Subtronics brings heavy bass to the same downtown Friday.
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Grand Ole Opry
Fri, Nov 13, 7:00 PM · Grand Ole Opry House · from $94
The longest-running radio show in America is a Nashville institution, and a Friday night here is the most traditional way to spend the weekend. Expect a rotating lineup of country stars, bluegrass and classic-style performers in a room built for the sound.
Nashville Symphony: Nat King Cole Songbook
Fri, Nov 13, 7:30 PM · Schermerhorn Symphony Center · from $73
The Nashville Symphony brings orchestral arrangements of Nat King Cole’s standards to Schermerhorn Symphony Center on Friday evening. It is a warm, polished evening for anyone who wants smooth vocals framed by full strings.
Subtronics at The Truth
Fri, Nov 13, 8:30 PM · The Truth · from $106
Subtronics is one of the biggest names in bass music, known for heavy, high-energy sets. The Truth is a compact club, so expect a loud, close-up night on the floor.
Orville Peck at The Truth
Sun, Nov 15, 8:00 PM · The Truth · from $35
Orville Peck’s masked, fringed take on country and alt-rock has earned a devoted following. His Sunday night show at The Truth is a stylish, atmospheric set that stands apart from the usual Nashville fare.
The Neighbourhood at The Truth
Sat, Nov 14, 7:30 PM · The Truth · from $285
The Neighbourhood are a Californian alt-pop band known for moody, synth-laced hits. Their Saturday show at The Truth offers a more brooding, atmospheric night than the weekend’s country bills.
Jim Gaffigan at the Ryman
Sat, Nov 14, 8:00 PM · Ryman Auditorium · from $159
Jim Gaffigan is one of the most recognizable stand-up comics working today, known for observational humor about food and family. The Ryman’s historic room makes for a relaxed, conversational evening.
Six60 at Exit In
Sun, Nov 15, 8:00 PM · Exit In · from $44
Six60 are a New Zealand band with a loyal following for their sunny, anthemic alternative rock. Exit In is an intimate room, so this is a chance to see them up close on Sunday.
The Eaglemaniacs at 3rd & Lindsley
Fri, Nov 13, 8:00 PM · 3rd & Lindsley · from $77
A tribute act built around the Eagles’ catalogue, this is a good pick for fans of classic soft rock. 3rd & Lindsley’s intimate room suits a sing-along crowd.
Led Varela at Zanies
Sat, Nov 14, 4:00 PM · Zanies Comedy Night Club – Nashville · from $68
Led Varela is a stand-up comic performing at Zanies Comedy Night Club on Saturday afternoon. It is a relaxed way to catch a live comedy set before the evening’s music picks up.
Sawyer Brown at the Ryman
Fri, Nov 13, 8:00 PM · Ryman Auditorium · from $124
Sawyer Brown are a long-running country band with a string of chart hits behind them. Their Friday show at the Ryman is a classic Nashville night in one of the city’s most storied rooms.
Check dates and times before you go, and book early for the Ryman and Opry, which tend to sell out.
