“One of the best guides to how to be self-loving is to give ourselves the love we are often dreaming about receiving from others.” - Bell Hooks

We know everyone is working hard to solidify plans for the weekend. Don’t forget to treat yourself and save some energy for the Recharge and replenish at R+R Wellness in Nashville Yards. This luxury spa includes services like hydrafacials, touchless Aescape massage, and signature Music City rituals, book your personalized experience today.*

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• Celebrate Mardi Gras on Fat Tuesday, February 17th at Cannery Hall at Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler, including live music, all-you-can-eat crawfish and happy hour specials. Free entry, with ticket upgrades available.*

• Make plans for a Saturday morning stroll from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. beneath the water tower at the Factory Farmers Market in Franklin. Pick up your local veggies, meats, baked goods and more, and maybe even lock eyes with a cute stranger along the way. You never know.*

• Prepare to be swept away this February as Nashville Ballet’s Swan Lake returns to TPAC’s Jackson Hall stage for the first time since 2018. A treasured favorite for ballet aficionados and a breathtaking introduction for first-time attendees, Swan Lake promises an unforgettable experience of romance, drama, and artistic excellence. Get tickets now!*

• Do you like Music? Prove it, declares Peter McPoland on his Big Lucky Tour, with DUG at Brooklyn Bowl Nashville, February 22nd. Seriously, prove it!*

• Drink The Sea (featuring members of R.E.M. & Screaming Trees) is a globe-trotting new project blending rock foundations with lush world music influences. With singles rolling out in May and two albums arriving this fall, now’s the time to dive in to the live show at Franklin Theater this Sunday, February 15th.*

• Plus other just announced shows from Hiss Golden Messenger, AC Slater,  American Football, Rochelle Jordan and more!

BEST DATE SPOTS IN NASHVILLE

From candlelit classics to buzzy newcomers, Nashville delivers serious date-night range. Whether you’re planning a first meetup or a milestone celebration, this curated (not sponsored) guide highlights spots with atmosphere, flavor, and just the right spark. Start here, then make it your own.

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• Waymo’s fully driverless vehicles are now cruising Nashville streets in autonomous mode, marking a major step toward launching robo-taxi rides via the Waymo One app and a future Lyft partnership. Public rides are coming soon.

• Soon enough, you can check out Cultivar, a lush new cocktail bar opening soon in Salemtown from four local bartenders, offering botanically inspired drinks, a top-notch hi-fi listening vibe, and small bites in a cozy, community-focused space.

• You know what’s more romantic than flowers that die in 5 days? Two tickets every month to concerts, comedy, and events – all year long. DoMORE annual membership is $50 this Valentine’s Day only, which means 12 months of date nights delivered each month. Limited time – get it before Feb 14.

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