Musicians Corner free concerts return to Centennial Park May 16

Musicians Corner returns to Nashville’s Centennial Park with a five-week free concert series featuring emerging artists, local vendors, family-friendly activities, and a special performance by the Nashville Symphony.

See and hear LadyCouch at Musicians Corner Friday May 16. (Photo by Michael Weintrob)

Musicians Corner, Nashville’s free concert series, returns with a five – week season of live music in Centennial Park, every Friday from 5 – 9 p.m. and Saturday from 12 Noon – 6 p.m. from May 16 to June 14, with a Sunday performance over Memorial Day Weekend (May 25), and a performance on Friday, June 6 by the Nashville Symphony.

“For over 15 years, Musicians Corner has remained a free, family-friendly event that celebrates Nashville’s vibrant and eclectic music scene,” said Justin Branam, Executive Producer of Musicians Corner. “It’s an honor to provide a platform that not only showcases legendary and up-and-coming talent but also supports local artists with meaningful paid performance opportunities. Musicians Corner is the perfect way to spend a weekend in the park with friends and family.”

The Lightning 100 Stage lineup will feature 24 local emerging artists of varying genres, to be announced. Each kid and pet – friendly event will also feature artisan vendors, craft beer, wine, and cocktails, a variety of local food trucks, Kidsville activities, and featured community partners. NOTE: Times are approximate and subject to change without notice.

Musicians Corner kicks off Friday, May 16, at 5:00 PM —Ava Swan; 5:40 PM — Joelton Mayfield; 6:25 PM — Autumn Nicholas; 7:15 PM — LadyCouch; and 8:10 PM — Jonny Fritz feat. Joshua Hedley.  Saturday, May 17, MAIN STAGE SCHEDULE: 12:00 PM — Teddy at Night; 1:00 PM — chesle; 2:00 PM — Riley Whittaker; 3:15 PM — Sugadaisy; and 4:45 PM — SUSTO Stringband.

Three shows Memorial Day Weekend, performances in partnership with the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corp., begin Friday, May 23, 5:00 PM —Maya Manuela; 5:40 PM — Styrofoam Winos; 6:25 PM — Alicia Blue; 7:15 PM —  Lamont Landers; and 8:10 PM — Brittney Spencer.  Saturday, May 24, MAIN STAGE SCHEDULE: 12:00 PM — The Erly; 1:00 PM — Rico Del Oro; 2:00 PM — chrysalis; 3:15 PM — Josh Rouse; and 4:45 PM — Sixpence None The Richer. Sunday, May 25, MAIN STAGE SCHEDULE: 12:00 PM — Camille Parker; 1:00 PM — Tabitha Meeks; 2:00 PM — Karina Daza; 3:15 PM — She Returns From War; and 4:45 PM — North Mississippi Allstars.

Friday, May 30, 5:00 PM — Kadmon Love; 5:40 PM — Pomegranate; 6:25 PM — Laney Jones and the Spirits; 7:15 PM — Striking Matches; 8:10 PM — The Arcadian Wild. Saturday, May 31, MAIN STAGE SCHEDULE: 12:00 PM — Love Montage; 1:00 PM — Taylor Noelle; 2:00 PM — Abigail Rose; 3:15 PM — Eric Slick; and 4:45 PM — Cut Worms.

Friday, June 6, SCHEDULE: 5:00 PM —Carmen Dianne; 5:35 PM — BAERD; 6:05 PM — Abigail Osborn; 6:35 PM — Gabe Lee. (7:10 PM – intermission for set-up) 8:00 PM — Nashville Symphony.  Saturday, June 7, MAIN STAGE SCHEDULE: 12:00 PM — Amber Ais; 1:00 PM — BEAN; 2:00 PM — The Sewing Club; 3:15 PM — Kenny Sharp; and 4:45 PM — Valerie June.

Friday, June 13, 5:00 PM —Hothead Wave; 5:40 PM — Isadora Petra; 6:25 PM — The Band Light; 7:15 PM — Matthew Perryman Jones; and 8:10 PM — Noah Gundersen and His Band, June 14, MAIN STAGE SCHEDULE: 12:00 PM — Safari Room1:00 PM — Ping Rose2:00 PM — Sean Thompson’s Weird Ears3:15 PM — Eddie 9V4:45 PM — TBA.

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