Plan Your Best Spring Adventure in Nashville's Big Back Yard
There's Nothing Quite Like an Off the Grid Vacation
LEIPER'S FORK, Tenn., March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nashville's Big Back Yard is all about the smalltown experiences - invigorating outdoor adventures, inspiring world-class music, and a relaxing immersion in some of America's most charming, out-of-the-way hamlets. South of Music City, NBBY is 12 Tennessee towns and The Shoals of North Alabama, all connected by 100 miles of the historic Natchez Trace Parkway.
Customize your NBBY vacation for a spectacular spring getaway.
Natchez Trace Parkway is a must-experience for all bikers, whether powered by two legs or on your motorized ride. The National Park Service designated the Parkway, one of America's oldest roads, a bicycle route.
Blooming Arts Festival is happening March 21-22 in the charming town of Linden, Tennessee. Celebrating the 17th Anniversary of the Festival, Blooming Arts kicks off festival season in the state, and features artisans, musicians and food vendors.
Leiper's Fork's Fox & Locke features iconic open mic nights and performances by some of our most important songwriters. F&L is the hub for the multi-state Americana Music Triangle, celebrating the 10th Anniversary this year. Kent Blazy, co-writer of "If Tomorrow Never Comes," by Garth Brooks, will perform on April 4. Come early and visit Brooke Giannetti's Patina Home & Garden and stunning art galleries, like David Arms.
Music On The Porch in Mount Pleasant kicks off on April 26, and continues monthly throughout the spring and summer. A truly authentic small-town experience, the events feature popular regional artists.
Smoke On The Water BBQ in The Shoals of Alabama is happening April 26 at McFarland Park. Don't miss the live entertainment, food trucks, inflatable games, and cast a vote for your favorite BBQ.
The Bridges in rural Wayne County, TN, is the world's only double-span natural bridges. This inspiring setting is adjacent to affordable accommodations that provide a retreat-like ambience complete with a nature immersion.
Fisher's Off Road Tours near Centerville offers some of the state's most scenic middle TN backcountry adventures. Splash through water crossings on old dirt roads, explore a cave, see the Primm Springs Historic Hotel & Ghost Town, and more.
Shoals Storytelling Festival is back for year 14 and shaping up to be the best one yet. The festival takes place May 15-17 at The Shoals Theatre. Popular authors, including Donald Davis and Dolores Hydock join the festivities.
The Hit Recording Capitol of The World is in Nashville's Big Back Yard and a tour of FAME and Muscle Shoals Sound Studio is a must-see. Countless seminal recordings were made here by music royalty - The Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, and Jason Isbell, among others.
Lodging:
The Commodore Hotel in Linden, TN
GunRunner Hotel in Florence, AL
The Stricklin Hotel in Florence, AL
Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa in Florence, AL
Fork & Field Cottages in Leiper's Fork, TN
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