I’m not sure who needs to hear this, but it’s gonna be May this weekend. Some of my favorite events return like Musicians Corner, Steeplechase, and the Strawberry Jubilee. My oh my, does time fly by, right? And since we’re talking about flying, we’ve got a really cool giveaway lined up for you. The Nashville Symphony is performing “How To Train Your Dragon” in concert as the movie plays on the big screen on May 22nd. Enter to win a 4-pack of tickets!*

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100+ CAN’T MISS EVENTS IN MAY

Never a dull moment in May. Seriously, your family’s social schedule is springing into action!

• THE DRIVE-IN LASER LIGHT SHOW (5/1 - 5/2) - Roll up in your ride, pop the tailgate or set up some chairs, and get ready for a weekend of mind-blowing light and music at Robertson County Fairgrounds!

• SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL (Now - 5/24) - Celebrating the uniqueness of us all, don’t miss a heartwarming experience at the Nashville Children’s Theatre, bringing your favorite Dr. Seuss tales to life!

• SPRING TENNESSEE CRAFT FAIR (5/1 - 5/3) - Meet the artists and what inspires them at the 55th Annual TN Craft Fair at Centennial Park. Be sure to swing by the Kids’ Tent for fun hands-on activities!

• TENNESSEE RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL (5/2 - 5/31) - Celebrating its 40th Anniversary, head out to Castle Gwynn for jesters, jugglers, and magicians, royal jousting, artisan market, delicious food, and games weekends in May!

• FLORENCE + THE MACHINE (5/2) - The Everybody Scream Tour hits Bridgestone Arena, so don’t miss the chance to hear new music and classic Florence frolicking across the stage!

• CINCO DE RHINO (5/5) - Included with your Nashville Zoo admission, swing by the rhino exhibit from 10am-2pm to explore how rhinos see the world through fun games, discover fascinating facts, and help create a collaborative mural!

• MAY COMMUNITY DAY: FABLED FARM ANIMALS RESCUE (5/9) - Spend a free, family-friendly afternoon with some animals from Fabled Farm Rescue & Sanctuary at Glen Leven Farm!

• LOVER: THE UNOFFICIAL TAYLOR SWIFT ERAS TOUR TRIBUTE (5/15) - From chart-topping anthems to glittering pop spectacle, this immersive tribute delivers the full Eras experience for fans who could not get tickets or those ready to relive the magic at Williamson County Performing Arts Center!

• MOVIE & TV THEMED PERFORMANCE (5/15) - Concordia Arts Academy presents an aerial silks and dance performance inspired by movies and TV at FSD Performing Arts Center!

• NO BABYSITTER NECESSARY DANCE PARTY (5/16) - Start the day on the dancefloor with the family at Franklin Theatre! The DJ will be throwing down everything from K-pop to Disney sing-a-longs featuring music from Hillary Duff, Nelly, Britney Spears, Miley Cyrus, and more at this all-ages party.

• TOUCH-A-TRUCK (5/16) - Bring your excavator-obsessed toddler or any little vehicle fanatic for hands-on fun they’ll never forget at Adventure Science Center - free for all!

• MUSIC CITY RODEO (5/28 - 5/30) - Watch the world's best cowboys and cowgirls compete, followed by concerts from Miranda Lambert, Charley Crockett, and Jon Pardi at Bridgestone Arena!

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