Historic entertainment district filled with live music venues, bars, restaurants, and performance stages showcasing country music and related genres throughout the day and night.
Individual venues, restaurants, and bars may operate on different schedules
Live music is available throughout the year
Most venues do not charge a cover fee for live music
Food, drinks, and special events are priced individually
How to Get There
From Nashville (0 mi): Travel into downtown Nashville and follow Broadway toward the entertainment district between the Cumberland River and Bridgestone Arena, where the concentration of honky-tonks and live music venues occupies several blocks along Lower Broadway.
Overview
The Broadway Entertainment District, commonly known as Honky Tonk Highway, is the energetic heart of Nashville's live music scene, where neon lights glow above historic bars and aspiring musicians perform from morning until the early hours of the next day. Stretching along Lower Broadway, the district is packed with multi-story honky-tonks, rooftop venues, restaurants, and music clubs that collectively create one of the most recognizable entertainment corridors in the United States. Visitors can wander from stage to stage, hearing everything from classic country and bluegrass to Southern rock and contemporary hits, often without paying a cover charge.
The district's reputation was built by generations of performers who sharpened their skills in its bars before achieving national fame, helping establish Nashville as "Music City." Today, celebrity-owned venues stand alongside legendary establishments that have entertained travelers for decades, creating a blend of tradition and modern excitement. Rooftop patios offer skyline views, live bands keep the sidewalks buzzing with energy, and the constant soundtrack of guitars and vocals turns every visit into a celebration of Tennessee's musical heritage. Whether visiting during the afternoon or long after sunset, travelers will find a lively atmosphere that embodies the spirit of Nashville.
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