Dog Nights of Summer
- Date
- August 13th
- Time
- 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
- Age
- Ages 3–12
- Cost
- Gardens only: $21 adult, $14 youth ages 3–17; gardens and mansion: $27 adult, $20 youth. Ages 2 and under are free. Member admission is $10 adult and $5 youth. A $2 fee applies to each paid ticket, plus $5 nonmember parking.
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN 37205 · Directions
Belle Meade
This dog-friendly edition of Thursday Night Out welcomes the whole family for live music, pet vendors and an evening in the gardens. Eliza Thorn performs from 6–8 p.m., bringing a warm vocal style shaped by travel, busking and candid songwriting.
Food trucks serve from 5–8:30 p.m.; the lineup is Hautewheels Rolling Sandwich, Smokin’ Buttz BBQ, Millie’s Homestyle Portuguese and The Grilled Cheeserie. Guests can also visit the summer train display.
Dog logistics
Keep pets leashed, and note that only service animals may enter the Mansion or other buildings. Water-refill and waste-bag stations are available, but families should bring their own portable dog bowl. Timed-entry reservations are required, and parking may reach capacity.