Davidson Happenings: 5 Things to do This Weekend

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Looking for something to do this weekend? There are plenty of events in and around Davidson County. Check out these 5 events.

1. Jack White

Jack-White-at-Ascend-Ampitheater

Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1, 8:00pm

310 1st Ave S, Nashville, TN

Ascend Amphitheater

The expansive “Supply Chain Issues” run, billed as White’s first solo headlining tour since 2018, comes in support of two planned 2022 albums, “Fear of the Dawn” and “Entering Heaven Alive.” White releases “Dawn” next April and “Heaven” in July via Third Man Records, the Nashville-based label he co-founded. The “Supply Chain Issues” tour kicks off April 8, 2022, in White’s native Detroit. The tour runs through August 2022, with multi-night stops in Atlanta, Los Angeles, Paris and London. White last headlined a Nashville show in 2019, playing two nights at the Ryman Auditorium with “Steady As She Goes” outfit The Raconteurs.

For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

 

2. Walker Hayes

Photo courtesy of Walker Hayes Facebook page

Friday, April 29, 8:00pm

116 5th Ave N, Nashville, TN

Ryman Auditorium

Monument Records recording artist Walker Hayes is a singer/songwriter originally from Mobile, Alabama. His recent EP Country Stuff includes the RIAA certified Platinum smash hit “Fancy Like,” which has topped every country streaming and sales chart since its release and has spent 8 weeks, and counting, at the number one spot on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs. Propelled by the TikTok dance Hayes made to the song with his teenage daughter, “Fancy Like” has been used over half a million times on the app, with that original, homemade video, racking up over 30 million views and being used in a national Applebee’s campaign.

For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

3. Titans DraftFest

Photo courtesy of Nissan Stadium

Saturday, April 30, 11:00am- 2:00pm

1 Titans Way, Nashville, TN

Nissan Stadium

The Tennessee Titans announced that “DraftFest 2022” presented by Pinnacle, will take place at Nissan Stadium this Saturday. The family-friendly event will be free and open to the public, but fans must claim a free ticket online for entrance. The event will offer fans of all ages an opportunity to celebrate the 2022 NFL Draft at Nissan Stadium. Attendees will enjoy tours of the Titans Locker Room and T-Rac’s Den, a zip line, tire toss and more. USA Football will be joining the Titans, providing fans the chance to test their skills at various drills, flag football, and enjoy inflatables for the kids. Those joining will also get the first opportunity to become members of the Titans’ Rac-Pack, a special fan club for children ages 5-11.

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4. Picnic with the Library

Photo courtesy of Nashville Public Library

Sunday, May 1, 4:00pm-7:00pm

615 Church St, Nashville, TN

Nashville Public Library

The Nashville Public Library Foundation will host the seventh annual Picnic with the Library this Sunday, at the downtown Main Library! The family-friendly event raises key funds for Nashville Public Library’s award-winning children’s programming. This must attend fete features family-friendly activities including puppet shows, musical performances, crafts, face painting, photo booths, and more.

For more information, click here.

5. TPAC Family Day Fundraiser

Photo courtesy of TPAC

Saturday, April 30, 1:30pm-4:40pm

301 6th Ave N, Nashville, TN

War Memorial Auditorium

Nonprofit organization, TPAC, will host its inaugural Family Day fundraiser this Saturday at the historic War Memorial Auditorium! A family benefit to raise money to support TPAC’s nonprofit mission, Family Day will feature interactive live performances, games, sensory-friendly crafts, movement activities, sweet treats, photo opportunities, and more. Fun for all ages, Family Day celebrates the connection, camaraderie, expression, and creativity gained from engaging with the arts.

For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

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