March in Nashville is when the city starts to feel alive again. The winter chill eases up, the sun hangs around a little longer, and suddenly everyone wants to be outside. Patios fill up, parks start to bloom, and the live music calendar gets busy in the best way.
It’s that perfect in-between season where you can still layer up in the morning but end the day with dinner outside. March brings momentum: fresh starts, full weekends, and a reminder of why spring in Music City is so good.
If you’re looking for ways to soak it all in, here are a few of the best events happening around Nashville this March from Cheekwood in Bloom to St Patty’s Day events, to Spring Soccer games ramping up!
Cheekwood in BLOOM
Spring in Nashville would not be complete without a visit to Cheekwood Estate & Gardens during Cheekwood in Bloom. This annual celebration brings the gardens to life with beautiful flowers, guided tours, special events, and live music spread across multiple weekends each spring. In 2026, the festival runs from Saturday, March 7 through Sunday, April 12, and will honor America’s 250th anniversary with a Red, White & Blooms theme. Guests can wander through a stunning display of 250,000 red and white tulips, purple-blue violas, and fragrant hyacinths woven throughout the historic grounds. If you want to experience one of the most vibrant and photogenic seasons in Nashville, Cheekwood in Bloom absolutely deserves a spot on your spring to-do list.
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St. Patrick’s Day Events
St. Patrick’s Day in Music City is less about luck and more about good times done right. Every March, Nashville trades a little bit of its country charm for a splash of green, with live music, festive bar crawls, Irish-inspired menus, and packed patios across town. From Broadway celebrations to neighborhood pubs pouring the perfect pint, the city knows how to turn March 17 into a full-day event. Whether you’re in it for the music, the Guinness, or just an excuse to celebrate with friends, St. Patrick’s Day in Nashville always brings the energy.
St Patrick’s Day Weekend at the Hard Rock Cafe- A full weekend of Irish spirit, specialty food, themed cocktails, and live music in the heart of downtown Nashville. This multi-day celebration brings festive energy, great bites, and plenty of reasons to wear green. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome.
When: Thursday through Tuesday, March 12–17, 2026
St Patrick’s Day Parade in East Nashville- The Irish Network Nashville is bringing St. Patrick’s Day spirit to East Nashville with a festive parade filled with traditional Celtic music, Irish pride, and neighborhood celebration. The event aims to revive a city-wide Irish tradition and will bring lively energy to Woodland Street and the Five Points area
When: Saturday, March 14, 2026
St. Patrick’s Music City 5K, 10K & Half Marathon- Lace up and go green at the St. Patrick’s Music City Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. This festive race morning brings runners together for a scenic route starting and finishing near Nissan Stadium, with race staging adjacent to the south side of the stadium and the start/finish line by Lot R. Registration pricing starts at $47.
When: Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 7:45am
Spring Soccer
Whether you’re a soccer fan or not, there is nothing like catching a match at GEODIS Park in March. The air feels lighter, the sun lingers a little longer, and the energy inside the stadium is electric as gold fills the stands for Nashville SC. It is the kind of evening you’ve been craving since winter began where you start with pre-game drinks in Wedgewood-Houston, walk over with the crowd, and settle in for 90 minutes of nonstop action under an open sky. Spring in Nashville means being outside, being loud, and leaning into the momentum of a new season, and there is no better place to feel it than GEODIS Park.
March Schedule:
SheBelieves Cup- US Women’s National Team vs. Argentina
Ranked No. 2 in the world, the USWNT will set the tone in Music City with a high-energy opener as part of a three-city, three-doubleheader tournament. Don’t miss your chance to see the world’s best in Nashville this March.
Sunday, March 1, 2026 – Doubleheader @1 p.m. & 4 p.m.
Barbie Game Day- Nashville SC vs. Minnesota United
GEODIS Park is putting on Barbie Game Day in honor of Women’s History Month. Dress as your role model and submit your photo on matchday for a chance to win some special prizes. It’s a great way to celebrate all of the women in your life!
Saturday, March 7, 2026 @ 7:30 p.m.