15 Nashville Shows to Plan a Day Around

1.Grand Ole Opry Show Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,518 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $61Our pick

Book a seat for the Grand Ole Opry, Nashville’s long-running country music stage show and live radio broadcast. Expect at least eight artists across country, bluegrass, folk, gospel, and comedy, with a mix of established names and newer performers. Choose a date and seating level; allow time to exchange your voucher at the box office and show photo ID.

“The Grand Ol Opry Show itself was entertaining! I was disappointed in the staff not being very accommodating. I was sat behind a very tall/large man with a wide brim hat and his wife also had a large hat on, to which I could not see the show/stage. Our row was completely full but the row in front of us only had 4 people the whole night. During intermission, I asked if I could move down 1 row so that I could view the show and was denied. I was told that I could only sit according to my ticket. I totally understand that if the show was completely sold…”

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2.Grand Ole Opry Show Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,041 reviews

Take a reserved seat at the Grand Ole Opry House for a two-hour live show that brings country legends, rising acts, bluegrass, Americana, and family-friendly comedy together. The bill changes each performance, so you will not know every act in advance. Choose your seat when booking, or add a premium option for the Circle Room Lounge, appetizers, two top-shelf drinks, a performer meeting, and a keepsake photo.

“loved the whole experience, outside entertainment was great, gift shop had massive choice felt overpriced but to be expected. staff very pleasant and helpful. we purchased tickets on line and didn't know exactly what seats whe had until arrival, whilst we had decent seats 2nd level mezzamine, the boom cameras (hope that's correct wording) were directly blocking view of the screens. other than that fabulous night out so glad we visited”

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3.Nashville Rollin Jamboree Comedy & Country Music Sing-Along Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 965 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $49Top rated

This 90-minute, adults-only bus tour pairs country sing-alongs with bawdy comedy from Cousin Gil and other hosts, including Jenny. You’ll roll past Music Row, RCA Studio B, and downtown Nashville attractions. Expect audience participation and good-natured roasting, not a quiet sightseeing ride. The minimum age is 21.

“This tour is not for you if you don’t like to laugh, watch people get uncomfortable or have sing alongs. This was so much fun that as soon as we got off the bus, we snagged the last three seats on the very next tour! No show is ever the same. Lots of belly laughs and tears from laughing so hard. My new favorite thing to do in Nashville!!”

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4.Grand Ole Opry Admission with Post-Show Backstage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 258 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $101

Spend an evening at the Grand Ole Opry with show admission and a post-show backstage tour. After the performance, a guide takes you through the artist entrance and selected dressing rooms; videos featuring Darius Rucker and announcer Bill Cody share Opry stories. Tours may also visit Studio A, the former home of Hee Haw.

“Had a truly amazing time. The show was wonderful. Everyone had such a gifted talent. And the backstage tour was interesting learning about the stars, seeing everything that happens backstage and getting a glimpse of how they enter and seeing all the different dressing rooms.”

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5.Country Music Hall of Fame, RCA Studio B, Hatch Show Combo Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 208 reviews · 3 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $77

Spend 3 to 6 hours exploring the Country Music Hall of Fame at your own pace, then join guided tours of RCA Studio B and Hatch Show Print. RCA’s tour includes a short bus ride. Guides have included Ron, Brenda, Deb, and Erik, though schedules may vary. At Hatch, you can make a poster to take home.

“Ron was amazing on the guided tour of studio B. The Hatch print tour was great and I wanted to get several posters. As expected the museum was full of wonderful items from past and present artists.”

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6.Nashville to Jack Daniel’s: BBQ Lunch, Live Music & Trivia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $147

Take a seven-hour round trip from downtown Nashville to Jack Daniel’s Distillery, with live country music, trivia, Southern BBQ, and a guided whiskey-making tour with tasting. Host Jay is a frequent presence, though the host and distillery guide may vary. Transport and admission are included.

“It was a great trip!! Jay makes the 1 1/2 drive fly by. If you are going to go to Jack Daniels Tipsey Tours is the only way to go”

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7.Adult Comedy Show & Cirque-Style Performance at Woolworth Theatre

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 119 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75

At Nashville’s historic Woolworth Theatre, Shiners turns a moonshiner family reunion into a 90-minute adult comedy and cirque-style show. Expect aerialists, strong performers, comic audience interaction, bold sexual humor, and cocktails for sale. The show starts at 7:30 pm, and admission is by mobile ticket.

“Must-See Show in Nashville! The Shiners Show at Woolworth was absolutely incredible! The comedy had us laughing the entire time, and the talent in the cast is seriously amazing. From start to finish, it was high-energy, hilarious, and totally unique — definitely not your typical show. If you're looking for something fun and different to do in Nashville, this is a must-see. Highly recommend!”

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8.Drag Queen Party Bus w/Games, Dancing & Drag Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 96 reviews · 1h 30m · from $59

Ride through Nashville with two drag queens leading games, quizzes, music, and live performances. The 90-minute trip passes Broadway, The Gulch, Music Row, Midtown, Vanderbilt, and SoBro. Check in at 1517 Church St, where you can buy drinks for the bus. Performers can vary; one ride featured ObSINity and Corlis.

“We did a Mother/ Daughter Drag Queen Party bus. We were looking for something different and it was a blast! Everyone on board was so respectful and polite and inclusive. We loved every minute. The dancers were beautiful and talented and the jokes were funny too. I have been recommending this to everyone! It was our first time at a Drag Queen show and we will be coming back for more.”

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9.Nashville Hatch Show Guided Letterpress Tour with Souvenir Poster

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 61 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $23Best value

At Hatch Show Print, inside the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, an English-speaking guide introduces the shop’s history and letterpress techniques. You’ll see historic music posters, learn about artists such as Elvis Presley and Minnie Pearl, and add a finishing layer to a small, predesigned souvenir poster. The hour-long tour costs $23; museum admission is separate.

“They DO make them like they used to. A lovely demo and overview of this famous letterpress shop still in operation. Then chance to roll a third layer on a historical piece of equipment is so fun!”

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10.Hatch Show Print Studio Tour & Country Music Hall of Fame Combo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 1 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $54

Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame at your own pace, then join an English-language, one-hour tour of Hatch Show Print. Hear the presses, handle printing tools, see historic and current posters, and pull a souvenir print of your own. No guide names are provided.

“The hall of fame rotunda is always breathtaking. The "current" state of country music was a fun addition.”

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11.Nashville Live Music Bar Crawl with Local Venues & Drink Specials

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Spend about two hours walking from Printer’s Alley to Broadway with a licensed local guide, stopping at Nashville music bars for live performances and drink specials. You’ll pass the Ryman Auditorium, hear about Second Avenue, and finish near Bridgestone Arena. Guide AJ has led the route, though the guide may vary. Drinks cost extra, and venue entry fees are not charged.

“AJ was great. Took us to local, unique places with great live music. It was awesome to immerse in the real Nashville.”

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12.Country Christmas Music Show at the Opry House

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 9 reviews · from $64

Spend an evening at the Grand Ole Opry House for Opry Country Christmas, a live holiday show pairing seasonal favorites with country performers. The advertised lineup includes artists such as Lauren Alaina, Scotty McCreery, Lady A, and Chris Janson, though performers can vary. Your ticket includes venue access and a reserved seat; food, drinks, and transportation are extra.

“The music, lights and scenery was wonderful. Wished we had better seats. My fault for ordering late. Beautiful show overall 🎄”

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13.Live Music Bar Crawl with Local Artists

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 9 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Spend two hours walking between three or four Nashville music bars with a local host, live sets, no cover charges, and drink discounts. The route starts at Alley Taps in Printers Alley and ends near Fifth + Broadway. Guide Rio has earned praise for his music knowledge, but the experience can vary by guide and venue.

“Rio is amazing! So knowledgeable about the area and a great guide!”

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14.Grammy Award Winning Comedy Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Ride through Nashville on a 90-minute comedy and country music bus tour, with drive-by sights, audience interaction and sing-alongs. The show is for adults 21 and older. Comedian Jenny and guitarist Gil have led one version of the entertainment, though performers may vary. Meet at the Moxy Nashville Vanderbilt Area and return there at the end.

“Awesome!!! Never laughed so much in our lives.That girl is amazing!Would recommend to everyone we see.”

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15.Hatch Show Print Shop Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 7 reviews · 1 hour · from $23

At Nashville’s Hatch Show Print Shop, an English-speaking guide introduces you to the history of letterpress music posters, with colorful examples and the sound of working presses. Then use the tools in the UMG Space for Design to print a keepsake from a provided template. The one-hour tour costs $23; Country Music Hall of Fame admission is separate.

“Have no idea how the tour was showed up only 5 minutes before scheduled time…was informed we needed to first go go to will call no one could show us the way and then notify me the tour already started and was full…..? not so happy with that purchase!! Still paid but never got to try??? Weird!”

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