If you love good food, tunes, and art, the vibes of downtown Nashville, TN, are next-level amazing. In fact, it would make the perfect place to celebrate.
Looking for an intimate event space for private dinners? We’ve got restaurants with delectable culinary creations and phenomenal customer service. Need a large, elegant space for corporate events similar to the Music City Center? We’ve got event halls with historic building features like exposed brick, as well as highrises with a modern industrial design and a full catering kitchen—whatever you prefer.
We also understand that a trip to Nashville can add up, so let’s help you keep the party planning budget at bay. Then, you can splurge on concert tickets or a new pair of cowboy boots to wear to the event too.
If a destination celebration in Nashville has been a lifelong dream of yours, don’t settle for the ordinary. No matter what your private events mean to you, the Giggster app can make sure they are absolutely fabulous.
Rehearsal dinners, corporate events, wedding receptions, birthday parties, baby showers…Nashville event spaces are as versatile as they are memorable. Need some inspiration? Here’s what your next gathering could look like at a unique event venue from the Giggster app:
Shock your employees with a true Nashville-style conference on a farm, or plan the ranch wedding of all ranch weddings. It may sound rustic, but you won’t really get down and dirty. These venues feature stunning log homes, rolling pastures, and rather luxurious event barns that have never seen the hooves of a horse.
Whether you’re planning a daytime activity for your next bachelorette or a corporate retreat, why not rent out a yoga studio? You could do puppy yoga, host a pop-up pilates class, or simply use the space for minute-to-win-it style challenges.
Simple and pretty, renting a chic condo in the city is an easy way to throw a beautiful baby or bridal shower on a budget. It won’t cost as much as your traditional event venue, it comes pre-decorated, and it’s got that cozy vibe going for it.
Step up your backyard party game and throw a Nashville pool party. Our private homes with pools are perfect for sipping cocktails in luxury loungers, sunning in quirky inflatable flamingos, or swapping nostalgic stories around the campfire.
Hotel and residence clubs are uber-trendy with a big, bold design. Whether you’re planning a product launch, a spunky bridal shower, or a rehearsal dinner with disco balls, champagne towers, and flash photography, if you want to really impress your guests, you bring them here—trust us.
Exceptional Variety & Quality: The key to success in event planning is starting with the perfect space and the Giggster app is a party pro’s secret weapon! From cutesy uptown apartments to roaming party buses, our selection of {{LOCATIONS_COUNT}} unique venues across Nashville is off the charts.
Hassle-Free Booking: Nashville event venues might be suitable for the stars, but they don’t have to cost a pretty penny. With prices as low as $30/hour and a simplified booking process, our app makes finding the right social event space ultra-accessible.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: If your private event needs to be put on the back burner while you deal with life stuff (because hey, it happens), you can trust our free cancellation policy to protect your budget. As long as you booked at least 48 hours before your party date, you can cancel within 24 hours after your reservation is made and get your money back.
Platform Protections: Don’t forget to add one of our handy protection plans to your reservation! That way, we can ensure your next private event can go off without a hitch, smoothing out any disruption, liability, and damage issues behind the scenes. And you? You can keep on celebrating your special occasion at a premium Nashville event space like Music City Bar & Grill with your guests.
Don’t let your next event be disrupted by a completely preventable mishap. Educate yourself on the ins and outs of hosting a Nashville event and plan ahead using local know-how.
Advantages
Affectionately dubbed “music city,” Nashville’s entertainment district is full of great nightlife, including Nissan Stadium and the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Nashville also has a rich history. We wouldn’t blame you if you wanted to stop for photos in front of every historic building at Vanderbilt University.
The downtown area is within walking distance to most major attractions, making exploring the city easy peasy.
Disadvantages
There are a lot of tourists around, which can bump up prices and crowd sizes.
Parking in Nashville can be a headache, especially if it’s the night of a major concert.
The traffic here is terrible. In fact, some studies placed it in the top 10 worst commutes in the country.
Choosing the perfect venue can be hard: you want a great atmosphere, amazing live music capabilities, ample natural light, and delicious food. Allow us to relieve some of the pressure. When you book through the Giggster app, you know it will tick off everything on your wishlist!
Music Lounges and Cocktail Bars – The Quintessential Nashville Experience. You can’t really plan a good Nashville bash without music, now can you? These jazzy music lounges have all the class of a good speakeasy with all the grooves of an intimate concert venue. It’s the best of both worlds!
Cafes and Restaurants – Food Forward Events. Is good food your thing? Don’t miss out on the opportunity to celebrate with a meal. You could host a plated dinner with a restaurant buyout or a laid-back drop-in where you sip cappuccinos and munch on sweet treats while you chit-chat with your friends. Either way, these venues offer the opportunity to form cherished memories without all the pressure.
Library Bar – Cocktails and Tapas. Want your guests to feel like they are in on some big secret? Why not rent out a stunning mid-century library at a luxury hotel? You won’t necessarily find them on the list of best bars in the city because they are tucked away from the street front, but they are so effortlessly chic we can’t help but claim them as our favorite.
Party Bus – A Rager on Wheels. Party like a Nashville celebrity and take it on the road! Drink, dance, sing, and bar hop with the help of one of the mobile party venues.
You don’t need to hire a professional wedding planner for your next celebration, you just need to unlock your inner host! Here’s some quick tips to help you plan an unforgettable experience like you’ve been doing it for years:
Build an Emergency Fund Into Your Budget – Hey, stuff can go wrong, even with the best planning. To avoid surprises you can’t afford, set aside part of your budget right at the start to help manage any unforeseen costs. If you spend every penny of your party budget right away, you’ll be completely hamstrung if things go wrong.
Consider Accessibility Before Making Any Final Decisions – If any of your guests have accessibility needs, be sure your venue is able to accommodate them before booking. It’s also important to remember that not all disabilities are visible, so choosing an ADA-compliant venue might be a good idea, even if you’re not aware of anything upfront. Are your grandparents attending? Pregnant women? You may want to make sure there aren’t too many stairs and that there are ample places to take a seat.
Get Everything in Writing – Get your contracts. Seriously, this is not the time to just trust that everything will work out, and it’s not annoying to ask for protective measures, especially when making big investments. Even if it’s friends or family members acting as certain vendors, make sure the agreement is documented and bulletproof.
Make Sure You Have Enough Staff (or Party Helpers) – Being understaffed is a quick way to throw guest experience out the window because everyone is just working as quickly as they can to make the party happen. If you’re hiring staff, ensure you’ve got enough hands on deck so they can take their time with service, and if this is a smaller, DIY event, ask for some help with party tasks so you don’t spread yourself too thin.
Let’s face it, planning a special event isn’t cheap. While we strive to make hosting more affordable with unique event venues for less, we know that’s only one piece of the puzzle. Here are a few other tips for keeping your party under budget:
Go for a vintage theme.
Why? Because you can use items you already have around the house and source almost everything else second-hand from thrift stores and garage sales. Not to mention, this money-saving theme is pretty trendy so it won’t seem out of place or overly frugal.
Choose vendors with a balance of budget-friendliness and experience.
You don’t want to hire the cheapest newbie you can find if you want to avoid costly blunders that you may not be able to remedy before your event, but you also don’t need to pay for an industry veteran. Search for vendors that are still relatively new to the industry—2-3 years experience is a pretty good sweet spot—with good reviews.
Take advantage of wholesale pricing.
If your event will have 75+ guests, you might be able to take advantage of wholesale pricing on food, napkins, and party supplies if you look in the right places. Even smaller events could benefit from a trip to the floral wholesaler or Costco.
If you’re looking for a fantastic venue for your next private event, you’ve come to the right place. From a corporate gathering at a restaurant with stunning patio views to a wedding reception at a sophisticated warehouse-style venue, the Giggster app can connect you with downtown Nashville gems that are guaranteed to level up your social events.
