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Whether you’re finally getting that idea off your Pinterest board or fixing a past mistake, Lone Wolf Tattoo Nashville has you covered with…

3445 Lebanon Pike #2 (Hermitage)

Whether you’re finally getting that idea off your Pinterest board or fixing a past mistake, Lone Wolf Tattoo Nashville has you covered with custom work from portraits to old school, body piercings, and cosmetic tattooing like permanent eyeliner and lip liner, all from a Nashville staple since 1993.

From the Hendersonville newsletter, September 19, 2026

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If your closet needs a little Nashville flex, Nashville Looks Good On You Mural is the team behind those iconic murals and a locally…

1206 Milson St

If your closet needs a little Nashville flex, Nashville Looks Good On You Mural is the team behind those iconic murals and a locally designed line of art prints, tees, hats and gifts. Shop in-store or online, support local artists, maybe even snag The 615 Dice Game for game night.

From the Nashville newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Nashboro Golf Club

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Nashboro Golf Club has been a Nashville staple since 1975, offering open public play, indoor golf simulators for rainy or steamy days,…

1101 Nashboro Blvd

Nashboro Golf Club has been a Nashville staple since 1975, offering open public play, indoor golf simulators for rainy or steamy days, instruction to tune up your swing, and a full slate of MGA events. Book a tee time and make this the week your game finally behaves.

From the Nashville newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Whether you want a chill hang with friends or a high score grudge match, Hermitage Strike & Spare brings classic lanes, kid-friendly…

3436 Lebanon Pike (Hermitage)

Whether you want a chill hang with friends or a high score grudge match, Hermitage Strike & Spare brings classic lanes, kid-friendly bumpers, glow-soaked Cosmic Bowling and Legends Bar & Grill to keep you fueled. Perfect for Lebanon folks who want easy, no-fuss fun this week.

From the Lebanon newsletter, August 12, 2026

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Whether you're wrangling the kids, a work crew, or league ambitions, Donelson Plaza Strike and Spare hits the sweet spot with open bowling…

2710 Old Lebanon Pike

Whether you're wrangling the kids, a work crew, or league ambitions, Donelson Plaza Strike and Spare hits the sweet spot with open bowling specials, bumper lanes, real leagues and a pro shop, Cosmic Bowling that feels like a mini club, plus parties and a solid bar and grill between frames.

From the Nashville newsletter, September 22, 2026

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With two 18-hole championship tracks including the President’s Reserve, recognized by Golf Digest as a top 10 in Tennessee, Hermitage Golf…

3939 Old Hickory Blvd (Old Hickory)

With two 18-hole championship tracks including the President’s Reserve, recognized by Golf Digest as a top 10 in Tennessee, Hermitage Golf Course pairs legit challenge with pretty Cumberland River views.

From the Hendersonville newsletter, August 31, 2026

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Up-Down Nashville

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Up-Down Nashville nails that sweet spot between arcade nostalgia and neighborhood hangout, with pinball, skee-ball, and a wall of 80s and…

927 Woodland St

Up-Down Nashville nails that sweet spot between arcade nostalgia and neighborhood hangout, with pinball, skee-ball, and a wall of 80s and 90s cabinets plus N64 showdowns on a giant screen. Pair the button-mashing with house-made pizza by the slice and a legit craft beer lineup, then call it a weeknight victory.

From the Nashville newsletter, September 19, 2026

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Whether you’ve walked past it a hundred times or still need the pic, Nashville Looks Good On You Mural is a hometown classic that actually…

209 S 17th St

Whether you’ve walked past it a hundred times or still need the pic, Nashville Looks Good On You Mural is a hometown classic that actually backs local artists. The crew behind it runs nash TN, a locally designed apparel and art shop, so you can rep the vibe and support the makers.

From the Nashville newsletter, September 16, 2026

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Belcourt Theatre

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Restored cinema with lobby bar shows a variety of films from mainstream to avant garde on 2 screens.

2102 Belcourt Ave

Restored cinema with lobby bar shows a variety of films from mainstream to avant garde on 2 screens.

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Skip the scroll and go see What Lifts You -Hot Air Balloon- Kelsey Montague Art Mural, a #WhatLiftsYou piece from street artist Kelsey…

1032-1078 W Eastland Ave

Skip the scroll and go see What Lifts You -Hot Air Balloon- Kelsey Montague Art Mural, a #WhatLiftsYou piece from street artist Kelsey Montague that practically hands you a mood lift. Quick coffee break, quick photo, instant pep... then get on with your Nashville day.

From the Nashville newsletter, August 20, 2026

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The Nashville Looks Good On You Mural is basically a citywide love note, with multiple wall-size backdrops around town that nail the 615…

2511 12th Ave S

The Nashville Looks Good On You Mural is basically a citywide love note, with multiple wall-size backdrops around town that nail the 615 vibe without the touristy cringe. Grab a friend, pick a spot, snap a few, then go brag that your neighborhood just won Instagram.

From the Nashville newsletter, August 12, 2026

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Wave pool venue with a lazy river, a playground and waterslide-type rides plus BBQ eats.

4001 Bell Rd (Hermitage)

Wave pool venue with a lazy river, a playground and waterslide-type rides plus BBQ eats.

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Technology-enhanced mini-golf featuring 9-hole courses inside a modern facility offering a full menu of American staples, cocktails and…

138 12th Ave N

Technology-enhanced mini-golf featuring 9-hole courses inside a modern facility offering a full menu of American staples, cocktails and beers.

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Topgolf Nashville

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Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.

500 Cowan St

Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.

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The Putting Zone

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Dial in your putting at The Putting Zone, a world class indoor par 72 course that feels like real golf, not clown mouths. Take the 160 foot…

3040 Sidco Dr

Dial in your putting at The Putting Zone, a world class indoor par 72 course that feels like real golf, not clown mouths. Take the 160 foot long putt challenge, wander the Muzeum's antique putter display, then join a league or a daily tournament, and they give back with every round.

From the Nashville newsletter, August 26, 2026

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Regal Opry Mills

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Theater complex with multiple screens featuring new release films, plush seating & concession stand.

570 Opry Mills Dr

Theater complex with multiple screens featuring new release films, plush seating & concession stand.

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Cosmic

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Need an easy win this week, Hendersonville? Cosmic turns mini golf into a neon, spacey mission with trippy art, clever holes and just…

433 Opry Mills Dr Ste XHA1 · ✓ checked Aug 14

Need an easy win this week, Hendersonville? Cosmic turns mini golf into a neon, spacey mission with trippy art, clever holes and just enough puzzle to keep everyone laughing instead of doomscrolling. Great for date night, kid energy burn or a friends hang, and they make parties simple.

From the Hendersonville newsletter, August 18, 2026

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Dinkville Under Broad at Nashville Yards packs five pickleball courts and a quirky nine-hole mini golf course beneath the Broadway bridge,…

1001 Broadway

Dinkville Under Broad at Nashville Yards packs five pickleball courts and a quirky nine-hole mini golf course beneath the Broadway bridge, so games roll rain or shine. Grab a drink, jump into social open play or an intro session, then enjoy that only-in-Nashville weeknight hang.

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The Nashville WhatLiftsYou Wings Mural in The Gulch turns quick walks into mini photo shoots, with 20-foot, hand-drawn lace wings by artist…

302 11th Ave S

The Nashville WhatLiftsYou Wings Mural in The Gulch turns quick walks into mini photo shoots, with 20-foot, hand-drawn lace wings by artist Kelsey Montague made from 60 paint pens. Locals know it’s the go-to backdrop when your feed needs a little lift.

From the Nashville newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

4331 Old Hickory Blvd (Old Hickory)

Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

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Live game show experience at Opry Mills where 2 teams compete in fast-paced challenges.

521 Opry Mills Dr

Live game show experience at Opry Mills where 2 teams compete in fast-paced challenges.

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When you need a five-minute reminder that this city’s got heart, the I Believe In Nashville Mural delivers with a clean, classic backdrop…

917 Woodland St

When you need a five-minute reminder that this city’s got heart, the I Believe In Nashville Mural delivers with a clean, classic backdrop that makes photos pop. Bring out-of-towners, commemorate a win, or just flex your 615 loyalty between coffee runs.

From the Nashville newsletter, September 9, 2026

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