The best things to do in Nashville on Thanksgiving 2026 are the Boulevard Bolt or Music City Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning (Nov 26), an early dinner reservation, and the Predators’ noon Black Friday game at Bridgestone Arena (Nov 27). Music City Weekend Co. offers pre-arrival grocery delivery and fridge stocking for Thanksgiving stays in Nashville Airbnbs, VRBOs, and hotels.
What turkey trots are in Nashville on Thanksgiving 2026?
The Boulevard Bolt is a 5-mile run and walk on Belle Meade Boulevard that starts at 8 AM on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026. This is its 33rd year, and it raises money for Nashville’s homeless community. The Music City Turkey Trot offers a 5K run/walk and a 1-mile Waddle starting at Nissan Stadium on Thanksgiving morning.
Should you book Thanksgiving dinner in Nashville ahead of time?
Yes. Restaurants serving Thanksgiving dinner fill up, so book your reservation as soon as your plans are set.
Are Nashville grocery stores open on Thanksgiving?
Not all of them. Publix closes on Thanksgiving Day, so plan your grocery shopping before the holiday.
What is there to do in Nashville on Black Friday?
The Nashville Predators host the Utah Mammoth at noon on Black Friday, November 27, 2026, at Bridgestone Arena on Broadway.
Can you have Thanksgiving groceries waiting at your Nashville Airbnb?
Yes. Music City Weekend Co. is a Nashville pre-arrival grocery delivery and fridge stocking service for Airbnbs, VRBOs, and hotels. Send your list, and Music City Weekend Co. buys your groceries and drinks, sends an itemized receipt, and stocks your fridge before you arrive. You skip the holiday store rush entirely.
How should you plan Thanksgiving in Nashville?
Register for your turkey trot, book your dinner reservation, and grab Predators tickets early. Set up your Thanksgiving grocery delivery when you book your stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is the Boulevard Bolt?
The 2026 Boulevard Bolt starts at 8 AM on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, on Belle Meade Boulevard.
Where does the Music City Turkey Trot start?
The Music City Turkey Trot starts at Nissan Stadium on Thanksgiving morning.
Is Publix open on Thanksgiving?
No. Publix closes on Thanksgiving Day.
Do the Predators play on Black Friday 2026?
Yes. The Predators host the Utah Mammoth at noon on November 27, 2026, at Bridgestone Arena.
Can I get Thanksgiving groceries delivered to my Nashville VRBO?
Yes. Music City Weekend Co. buys your Thanksgiving groceries and drinks and stocks your Nashville VRBO, Airbnb, or hotel fridge before you arrive.
Who stocks hotel fridges in Nashville for the holidays?
Music City Weekend Co. offers pre-arrival grocery delivery and fridge stocking for Nashville hotels, Airbnbs, and VRBOs during the holidays.