![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() If you love to take a lazy float on a river in a kayak or an inner tube, it’s hard to beat the Harpeth River, which is a similar distance from downtown. Grab a paddleboard and hit the Cumberland or the adjacent reservoirs of Percy Priest and Old Hickory Lakes – both of the latter lakes are approximately a 30-minute drive from the city center. It takes the spring months to warm the water up but come June, locals are heading out to make a splash in their backyard water wonderland. Nashville sits astride the Cumberland River, which feeds a dense network of lakes, creeks and small rivers. While winter travel may seem unappealing at first, the “cold” months here are generally mild (albeit a bit soggy) and it’s a great time to see Nashville’s cultural offerings without having to battle the crowds – getting into restaurants will be easier, ride-hailing transport options will be cheaper and the city takes on a bit of a “locals only” atmosphere.Ĭool down in one of Nashville's nearby waterways in the hot months of June to August © Ken Barber / Getty Images June to August is the best time for water adventures In general, we wouldn’t call Nashville a budget destination, but hotel prices and airfares do decrease in the winter months after the winter holiday season concludes. January to March is the best time for budget travelers Musical artists carry on their tours through the fall, and September invites an element of local charm with the long running music festival Live on the Green and the beloved Americana Fest that takes over stages around the city. “Music season” kicks off in May with local events like the Sevier Park Fest, Musician’s Corner, and the Full Moon Pickin’ Party making their debut, and it reaches a fever pitch in June with high profile concert events like CMA Fest, Bonnaroo and Nashville Pride. While you can find music in Nashville pretty much year-round, touring bands and music festivals significantly drop off in winter. May to September is the best time for music ![]()
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