Arrival and expo
Tuesday 20 AprilRunners collect bibs at the expo. Companions can split off for a half-day.
- Half-dayCountry Music Hall of Fame
- EatBiscuit Love
Rock 'n' Roll Nashville Marathon 2027: spectator guide and weekend itinerary
22 to 24 April 2027 · ExpectedNashville, United States
Rock 'n' Roll Nashville Marathon takes runners a few hours and spectators all day. This guide gives supporters cheer points they can reach by public transport, plans the expo day and race eve around tired legs, and fills the recovery day in Nashville.
Airport to Downtown Nashville and Music Row
Nashville (BNA) is 15 minutes from downtown.
Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.
Public transport directions to Downtown Nashville and Music Row
Where to stay by budget
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Airport and Music Valley | Chains near the Opry. |
| Mid-range | The Gulch and Midtown | Near Vanderbilt and downtown. |
| Splurge | Downtown | Luxury hotels near Broadway. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Hampton Inn Nashville Downtown
- Mid-range: Graduate Nashville
- Splurge: The Hermitage Hotel
Day plans for the free hours
Built around the usual marathon weekend schedule for 22 to 24 April 2027. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.
Day before the race
Wednesday 21 AprilRunners rest their legs: pick seated or slow outings, then an early pasta dinner.
- Easy outingHot chicken and food tour
- EatArnold's Country Kitchen
Race day
Thursday 22 AprilSpectators: pick two cheer points you can reach by public transport, then meet at the finish.
- Cheer pointBroadway.
- Cheer pointMusic Row.
- EatHattie B's
Recovery day
Sunday 25 AprilSore legs: boats, buses and long lunches beat walking tours today.
- Free ideaBroadway live music (no cover in most bars).
- Rain or heat backupRyman Auditorium tour.
Family-friendly picks
- Nashville Zoo.
- Adventure Science Center.
Evening and day-trip tours
After dark
- Broadway honky-tonks.
5 tours worth booking for Rock 'n' Roll Nashville Marathon
| Tour | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Country Music Hall of Fame | Half day | Bad weather, Families |
| Hot chicken and food tour | Half day | Food lovers |
| Jack Daniel's distillery day trip | Full day | Everyone |
| Honky-tonk pub crawl | Evening | Night owls |
| Grand Ole Opry show | Evening | Night owls, Families |
Where to eat
Rainy-day backups
- Ryman Auditorium tour.
- Frist Art Museum.
Getting around on event days
- WeGo buses and rideshare; downtown is walkable.
Day trips from Nashville
- Franklin: 30 minutes
- Lynchburg: 1.5 hours
Bringing a group?
Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for Rock 'n' Roll Nashville Marathon.
Plan a group tripQuestions people ask
When is Rock 'n' Roll Nashville Marathon 2027?
The next edition is 22 to 24 April 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.
How do I get from the airport to Downtown Nashville and Music Row?
Nashville (BNA) is 15 minutes from downtown. Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.
Where should I stay for Rock 'n' Roll Nashville Marathon?
For most visitors the best base is The Gulch and Midtown: Near Vanderbilt and downtown.
What else can we do around Rock 'n' Roll Nashville Marathon?
Good short outings in Nashville include Country Music Hall of Fame, Hot chicken and food tour. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.
What is there for kids and families near Rock 'n' Roll Nashville Marathon?
Family-friendly picks: Grand Ole Opry show, Country Music Hall of Fame. Nashville Zoo.
How far is Downtown Nashville and Music Row from Nashville centre?
About 1 km in a straight line. Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.
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