Virtual Tots
March 07, 2020 – December 31, 2020
As Cheekwood’s Tots! program is temporarily suspended, we are sharing activities for parents and tots to activate at home.
Chihuly Nights
July 18, 2020 – January 10, 2021 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
See the stunning works of Dale Chihuly at night during Chihuly Nights!
Chihuly at Cheekwood
July 18, 2020 – January 10, 2021 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Chihuly at Cheekwood features artwork in both indoor and outdoor settings, including two new works which are being designed specifically for the exhibition.
Weekend Wellness
September 19, 2020 – November 01, 2020 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
We're partnering with Small World Yoga and The Yogi Bassist to offer weekend wellness programs!
Cheekwood Harvest
September 19, 2020 – November 01, 2020
We're celebrating all things fall with 7 weekends of Harvest activities and entertainment!
Dog Nights of Harvest
September 23, 2020 – October 28, 2020 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
We're going to the dogs! Pack up the whole family and join us for dog-friendly nights in the garden select Wednesday evenings during Cheekwood Harvest!
Wellness Wednesdays
September 23, 2020 – October 28, 2020 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
We're partnering with Forest Therapy Nashville and TriLuna Wellness to offer wellness programs on Wednesdays!
SOLD OUT – Mosaic Garden Stones
September 26, 2020 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Join Nashville artist Kay Kennedy for a workshop that is sure to add visual interest to your garden!
SOLD OUT – Fall Floral Wreaths
September 26, 2020 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Design your own fall wreath with the help of Cheekwood gardener, Shannon Pruitt.
Virtual Japanese Moon Viewing
September 27, 2020 – October 01, 2020
Join Cheekwood for a virtual celebration of the annual Otsukimi, the Japanese Moon Viewing festival.
SOLD OUT – Botanical Watercolors for Beginners: Sunflowers
October 03, 2020 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Get in the harvest spirit with a botanical drawing and painting class featuring a quintessential fall bloom!
SOLD OUT – Succulent Pumpkin Centerpieces
October 03, 2020 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Impress your guests with a succulent pumpkin centerpiece!
Fall for Chihuly
October 07, 2020 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for an exclusive evening in the gardens to raise funds for Cheekwood’s Free School Initiatives.
Meditative Mandalas
October 10, 2020 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Learn about mandalas, which hold symbolic and meditative qualities!
SOLD OUT – Autumn Containers
October 10, 2020 12:30 – 2:00 PM
Design and assemble a colorful fall container arrangement with Cheekwood gardener Shannon Pruitt.
CANCELLED – Songwriters Under the Stars
October 16, 2020 – October 17, 2020
This event has been cancelled.
SOLD OUT – Introduction to Night Photography
October 17, 2020 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
David Duplessis of Tennessee Photographs will teach you the basic principles and concepts of night photography in one of the best night-time settings – Chihuly at Cheekwood!
Mini Zen Gardens
October 18, 2020 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Join Kelly Savoca, owner of Cotton & Moss for an afternoon of zen!
Beaded Jewelry Basics
October 24, 2020 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Learn the basics of beaded jewelry with Joy Walling, owner of OmiBeads!
SOLD OUT – Tree I.D.
October 24, 2020 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Connect with Cheekwood’s Vice President of Gardens Peter Grimaldi for a closer look into common trees in Tennessee.
Virtual El Día de los Muertos
October 27, 2020 – November 02, 2020
Join Cheekwood for a virtual celebration of El Día de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead.
Pup Portraits
October 31, 2020 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Discover your inner pupcasso while creating a portrait of your furry (or scaly or feathery) friend!
Howl’Oween
October 31, 2020 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
You're invited to our canine costume paw-ty! Parade around the gardens with your pup on Howl'Oween.
Holiday LIGHTS
November 20, 2020 – January 10, 2021
Delight in the joy of the holiday season during Holiday LIGHTS at Cheekwood. Nashville's favorite tradition returns with Santa's reindeer, trains, and one mile of lights!
Sean Kenney’s Nature POP! Made with LEGO® Bricks
May 01, 2021 – September 05, 2021
From acclaimed artist Sean Kenney and produced by Imagine Exhibitions, this exhibition features over 40 sculptures made from more than 800,000 LEGO® Bricks.
The Sculpture of William Edmondson: Tombstones, Garden Ornaments, and Stone Work
August 14, 2021 – October 31, 2021
The Sculpture of William Edmondson: Tombstones, Garden Ornaments, and Stone Work is the first large-scale museum examination of the artist’s career in over twenty years.