The Journal

East Nashville,
decoded.

What's opening, what's playing, what's worth the line, from people who live on this corner.

September 1, 2026

AmericanaFest Without the Uber Tab

Wristband week from 18 McFerrin: Beast showcase nights, 5 Spot fest nights walkable, and Tuesday farmers market at 511 Woodland before evening showcases. East Nashville angle, useful for a guest.

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Updated September 1, 2026

What's On at The Beast: September 2026

Ben Harper sold out a night, AmericanaFest takes three, and the back half of the month fills in behind them. The full September calendar at The Basement East, half a mile from the door.

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Updated August 31, 2026

What's Coming to the Ryman

Jason Isbell's six-night October residency, Alison Krauss for three, Tom Jones and the Beach Boys. What's on at the Mother Church this autumn, and how to do a Ryman night from the east side.

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August 31, 2026

Veselka Opened Inside Lakeside Lounge

New York's 70-year-old Ukrainian restaurant opened its first location outside the city at 921 Woodland, next door to The Basement East. Pierogi, borscht, and a late kitchen for after the show.

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August 28, 2026

Music City Kickoff from the East Side

Ole Miss vs Louisville on September 6 at Nissan Stadium, a ten-minute walk from The Eighteen. How to do college football on the east bank without the parking nightmare.

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August 27, 2026

Hattie B's Landed in East Nashville

The famous hot chicken finally crossed the river. A 7,100-square-foot hangar with games, TVs, a patio, and six heat levels. Open late, built for groups, one mile from the door.

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Updated August 27, 2026

Tomato Art Fest Survival Guide

Once a year Five Points shuts down for a free two-day festival about a tomato. Costumes encouraged. Here's how to do it without losing your mind or your parking spot.

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July 22, 2026

Where to Drink in East Nashville

No-menu cocktails at Attaboy, tiki on the Pearl Diver patio, and the beer gardens locals actually use. A drinking guide to the east side, by walking distance.

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The Eighteen Dispatch

East Nashville, monthly.

What's opening, what's playing, what's worth the line. One email a month from the corner of McFerrin and Main.