The 5 coolest things in Nashville this weekend

Brews, Games, and Childhood are the themes of this week..

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Here are the 5 coolest things happening in Nashville this weekend:

  • Pinewood Derby at imogene + willie

  • Brew Fest at Game Terminal

  • Nashville Rosé Festival 2026

  • Battle of the Burger

  • Touch-a-Truck

Let’s get into it.

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Pinewood Derby at imogene + willie

THURSDAY

This event is super limited and will be hosted by Nashville’s own, Dusty Slay. Tickets include entry, complimentary drinks and burgers, and heckling rights.

This brings back Cub Scout memories!

Brew Fest at Game Terminal

SATURDAY

This event will take place from 2 to 6 pm, and tickets cost $40 ahead of time, $50 at the door. There will be tastings from 20+ vendors, free arcade games, pinball machines, and more.

You also get a complimentary swag bag!

Nashville Rosé Festival 2026

SATURDAY

This event will take place in East Nashville and will feature over 100 rosé wines, beer, and other alcoholic beverages. There will be a live DJ, food trucks, vendors, and much more.

Make sure to wear pink!

Battle of the Burger

THURSDAY

Participating restaurants around Nashville will battle for the best burger tonight from 6-8 pm. Tickets are $40 and include entry, burger samples, courtesy seltzers, and more.

You also get to vote for the best burger!

Touch-a-Truck

SATURDAY

This FREE event will feature trucks from construction all the way to law enforcement for kids to check out up close and personal. Just remember it will get loud, but there is a quiet hour first thing.

I wish we had this when I was a kid!

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Hueston Nelson | Publisher | The Nashville Grapevine