Not all sports are created equal, but at least we can all agree that theming your birthday after your favorite players’ jersey numbers, right? Brings a fun little surprise every year!

Nashville turns into SEC country every March, and Bridgestone Arena becomes the loudest building in the South when the SEC Basketball Tournament hits March 11th-15th. Elevate your experience here, then try your luck at free tickets to Predators vs. Seattle Kraken on March 19. Two chances to yell at referees in the same arena.*

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• Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony lands at Schermerhorn March 19th, weaving classics like “Jolene” and “Coat of Many Colors” into lush orchestral arrangements. Big songs, sweet strings, and a tribute to one of Nashville’s greatest storytellers leave us asking, “What would Dolly do?”*

• A Five Points tradition is back: East Nash Stache Bash rolls in March 14th with three stages of live music, drink specials and classic East Nashville block party chaos around Rosemary & Beauty Queen. Bonus: proceeds help local nonprofits, and someone’s winning a car, y’all… beep beep.*

• Bourbon & Bubbles Fest pops back up April 18th with pours of bourbon, sparkling wine and other spirits alongside live music and a Steeplechase-style fashion moment. Bring the big hats, your best outfit and an appreciation for a well-timed toast.*

• The Shamrock Showdown Beerlympics lands March 14th at Nashville LIVE! with bar games, team spirit and a St. Patrick’s weekend twist. Round up your two closest drankin’ buds, rep your team name and see who survives a gauntlet of pong, flip cup and more.*

• Plus other just announced shows from Diarrhea Planet, Lil Xan, Old 97’s and more!

YOUR NASHVILLE SPORTS CALENDAR

Yes, March means March Madness, but Nashville’s sports calendar doesn’t stop at the bracket. We’re talking SEC Tournament chaos, Preds games at Bridgestone, packed watch parties, rec leagues, and the occasional high-stakes backyard cornhole showdown. Whatever your version of “game day” looks like, here are a few ways to get in on the action.

THIS WEEKEND

LOCALS ONLY

• Up-Down Nashville celebrates Mario Day March 10th (6–11 PM) with a themed arcade party. Expect Mario movies, specialty cocktails like the Yoshi Sour, and a Mario Mystery tournament. Free to attend, 21+. Game on, East Nashville.

•  ICYMI: Playmakers Nashville just launched a new membership program supporting women in the local sports industry. The nonprofit connects professionals with mentorship, networking, and career resources to help grow representation in Middle TN sports. Women’s History Month for the win!

• SECRET SHOW ALERT: Come hang and catch Drivin N Cryin for free at Eastside Bowl tomorrow, March 6th, under the pseudonym Cesar Romero’s Camero. Doors at 7:00, show at 8:00. The cat is out of the bag, so pull up!

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