10 Fun Things to Do When You’re Under 21 in Nashville

Under 21 in Nashville? Not a problem. There is still lots of fun things to do that don’t involve drinking in town. Here are our favorites!

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Shop ‘Til you Drop at Opry Mills.

You’ll want to make time for Nashville’s only outlet shopping, boasting over 200 stores, including faves H&M, Coach, Vans, Sephora, Adidas, and Forever 21. When all that shopping gets you hungry, choose from popular eateries Chili’s, T.G.I Fridays, Johnny Rockets, and Aquarium Restaurant, where you can nosh around a 200,000 gallon tank, home to fish, sharks, and stingrays. Close out your day with your choice of over a dozen movies at Regal Opry Mills IMAX/RPX theatre.

Kick up your heels at Wildhorse Saloon.

Do as the Tennesseans do, leaning into music and getting their hustle on. New to Line Dancing? Call or check online – lesson times are posted daily. Don your cowboy boots and hit this hot spot early in the night – later in the evening, it becomes 21+.

Be Karaoke Queens at Lonnie’s.

Hit this bustling part of town, right outside Printer’s Alley, and test your vocal prowess at Lonnie’s. Spirits at this watering hole are super-high on weekends, when it’s also at its most-packed. But this may be a trade-off that’s worth it – the songstresses that frequent this spot feed off the energy of the crowd.

Go Green at Nashville’s Farmer’s Market.

Located in the urban core of downtown Nashville, adjacent to the Tennessee State Museum and Bicentennial Mall State Park, this shopping and dining destination stands out as a welcome oasis. Home to a host of shops selling artisanal crafts and locally-made food, visitors are known to browse for hours, shopping and noshing the day away.

Pick your passion at Pinewood.

Can’t decide if it’s a game of bowling you’re after? Virgin drinks poolside? Dinner? Fortunately, you can leave the decision-making for heavier topics and do it all at Pinewood. With a cool, hipster vibe and great downtown views, Pinewood has discovered that offering a winning mix of bowling, food, drink, and a pool means everyone walks away feeling like a winner.

Catch a Sounds game.

What beats an afternoon enjoying America’s Favorite Pastime? In a new stadium with state-of-the-art facilities, we admit….not much! With an iconic and aptly designed guitar-shaped scoreboard, a mini-golf course for post/pre-game fun, and a firework display after Friday night games, you’ll want to add this destination to your Nashville short list.

Escape from the Escape Room.

This is a super-fun, interactive way to challenge the problem-solving skills of you and your chums. Can you decipher the clues in order to get yourselves out?? Think fast – your ability to escape depends on it! Tip: Make a reservation – this popular excursion fills up fast.

Explore on a Two-Wheeled Ride.

Ditch Nashville traffic and scoot around on BCycle bikes, exploring neighborhoods, stopping at sights, and capturing photos along the way. We love the price – only five dollars, then three dollars for each additional hour. Just think – money leftover for the treat you’ll crave after that calorie-burn!

Get Up-Close with Exotic Animals.

From giraffes to Sulcata tortoises, there are no shortage of exotic creatures at the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere. Can you think of a cooler post to upload than one with a meerkat in your background?? Don’t miss the daily amphitheatre shows and “Zoovie” nights, filled with games, music, and zip lining.

While being in the 21 and up set offers certain privileges, there is fun to be had while you await that milestone. There is plenty to enjoy about Nashville in the meantime – we hope these ideas get you started!