Bring your pup for an evening of dog-friendly fun on Thursdays in August at Cheekwood. These special editions of Nashville’s favorite Thursday Night Out concerts feature great music and a chance to explore the Enchanted Castles installation.
Enjoy dedicated drink stations for those with paws and libations for their owners. Visit local vendors offering treats and apparel for pups, and more. Bring the whole family, including the dog, for a relaxing summer night in the gardens.
Dogs with the exception of service animals are not allowed in the buildings including the mansion.
We will have water refill and doggie bag stations on the property. Please BYOBowl to fill and refill with water for your dog. If you don’t have a collapsible bowl and want something that’s easy to carry around, try making one out of materials you could already have at home. Like this one from a dog food bag or this one from a cereal box and bag.
For more information on why we no longer provide communal bowls, check out this article from the AKC and this article from Preventative Vet.
August 7 | Charles “Wigg” Walker
6 – 8 PM
Charles “Wigg” Walker, born in Nashville, has enjoyed a nearly 60-year career as a soul and R&B vocalist. He has recorded for labels including Champion, Chess, and Decca.
Food Trucks
5 – 8 PM
Cousin’s Maine Lobster
Itz a Philly Thing
Chivanada
Rolled 4 Ever
Dog Vendors
5 – 8 PM
Dog Bandana Co.
Doggie Doodles By Dina
Weenie Wraps
August 14 | Cristina Vane and Friends
6 – 8 PM
Cristina’s sound blends elements of delta blues, rock, country blues, traditional country, and modern country into luscious sonic potions.
Food Trucks
5 – 8 PM
Southern Spoon
Hoss Loaded Burger
Livvi’s Lunchbox
Livvi’s Sips and Sweets
Dog Vendors
5 – 8 PM
Good Boy Biscuits
Love, Rae Grace Boutique
Wagtail Collars
Nashville Humane Society
August 21 | Tiger Beats
6 – 8 PM
One of the leanest, meanest blues combos around, The Tiger Beats take a deep dive into the relentlessly grooving, no-nonsense 1950s and ’60s heyday of electric blues and soul.
Food Trucks
5 – 8 PM
Little Cancun on the Go
Itz a Philly Thing
Buns on the Run
Livvi’s Sips and Sweets
Dog Vendors
5 – 8 PM
Dog Bandana Co.
Good Boy Biscuits
Designs by Janvi
Nashville Humane Society
August 28 | McKinley James
6 – 8 PM
McKinley James is a powerhouse guitarist and singer delivering a fiery blend of soul, blues, and rock ’n’ roll.
Food Trucks
5:30 – 8 PM
Roadhouse Grille
Yayo’s OMG
Nashville Craft Beverage Co.
Rolled 4 Ever Ice Cream
Dog Vendors
5 – 8 PM
Pet Paradise
Love, Rae Grace Boutique
Designs by Janvi
| Gardens Only | Gardens + Mansion | |
| Adults | $21 | $27 |
| Youth (3-17) | $14 | $20 |
| Ages 2 & Under | FREE | FREE |
| Member Adult | $10 | $10 |
| Member Youth | $5 | $5 |
A $2 per item service fee will be added to all paid transactions.
Non-Members: $5 per order parking fee