Discover Our Upcoming Events!
Celebrate the Summer Solstice with an unforgettable garden party at sunset in Belle Meade’s Rose Garden. Join us Sunday, June 21st, from 6-8:30 PM and enjoy sparkling rosé, charming hors d’oeuvres, watercolor painting, and new connections around a beautifully styled family-style table, with an optional build-your-own bouquet experience. This event is 21+ only.
A Sensory-Friendly Evening at Belle Meade Historic Site, Friday, July 17, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 p.m. Bring the family and enjoy games, activities, crafts, and sensory-friendly tours.
Join us on the lawn on Friday, June 12th, for three incredible live bands that will take the stage on the front porch of the historic Belle Meade Mansion from 7–10 PM. Proceeds help to sponsor Belle Meade field trips for middle Tennessee schools!
Join us Saturday, May 9th from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM for our Mother’s Day brunch! Featuring a Mimosa & Bloody Mary creation stations, bouquet creations, curated brunch delicacies, sweet indulgences, candied bacon & a maple old fashioned pairing, and a photobooth!
Join us Thursday, April 30th, from 5:30-7:30 after hours & sip a glass of wine or mint julep before exploring interactive stations around the property highlighting Nashville’s historic racetracks, legendary horses, and the people who shaped the sport. End the evening in the wine garden with a cocktail.
Join us on Thursday, April 16th, from 6-8 PM and explore a curated selection of wines alongside thoughtfully paired bites while learning simple, practical techniques you can use for entertaining, dining out, or elevating meals at home.
Celebrate Tennessee’s 230th birthday at our annual Summer Fest with a fun-filled day of history, music, wine, bourbon cocktails, and family-friendly activities. Enjoy mansion tours, live local music, kids’ crafts, wine tastings, and delicious food across the Belle Meade grounds on Sunday, May 31, 2–7 PM.
Join us Sunday, March 29th from 2-4 PM and learn the basics of designing a fresh arrangement in an Easter basket before creating your own to take home!
Join us this spring break for our fun-filled Spring Break Family Days from Monday, March 9th to Friday, March 13th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM — a come-and-go experience featuring hands-on crafts, games, and a sneak peak of some of our popular family programs and tours!
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and embellish your own Derby hat with a mix of ribbons, florals, feathers, and flair — perfect for race day photos and parties! Join us either April 19th from 2-4 PM or April 26th from 11-1 PM!
Do you have a child that loves STEAM? Join us this Summer for our unique, week-long All Things STEAM Day Camp!
A Perfect Addition To Your Professional Development Training. Schedule us as part of your in-service or for a faculty meeting Workshops are 90 minutes long, including time for questions and real-world idea exchanges Held at your location OR virtually.
Join us Saturday, February 7th for our Family Mardi Gras Party where you’ll get to decorate your own Mardi Gras mask and try the traditional dessert of Mardi Gras!
Unleash your inner mixologist in this Belle Meade Bourbon Mixology Experience, where you’ll craft your own signature drink using the rich, complex flavors of Belle Meade Bourbon.
Join us this winter break for our fun-filled Winter Break Family Days — a come-and-go experience featuring hands-on crafts, games, and cozy winter fun for all ages.
Available Starting October 2025
Launching this month, our latest exhibit explores the pivotal 1864 Nashville Campaign and its impact on Belle Meade. Discover the key figures, the battles—including the Battle of Nashville on December 15–16—and how the fighting spilled onto the property, shaping the site’s history during the Civil War.
Join us Friday, October 24th, 5:30–8:30 p.m., AND Sunday, October 26th, 5:30-8:30 p.m. (New time slot!), for an after-hours lecture on Victorian Spiritualism inside the Belle Meade Mansion. Explore séances, mourning, and mystery. Enjoy wine or bourbon cocktails from Bonnie’s Bar in the Carriage House. Conclude the evening with a ghostly toast in the wine garden.
Beyond the Track: Breeding Champions at Belle Meade April 30th – June 30th
Exhibit Included with any ticket purchase
Step into the rich history of Belle Meade’s legendary stud farm, where champions were born, legacies were forged, and the thrill of the track began.
Do you have a child that loves STEAM? Join us this Summer for our unique, week-long All Things STEAM Day Camp! Offered June 15-19 and July 20-24!
Step inside the historic 1853 Greek Revival Mansion at Belle Meade for a 45-minute guided daytime tour focused on the site’s remarkable collection of equine art.
On the Battle of Belle Meade
February 10, 2024 @ 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Immerse yourself in the enchanting vibes and join the joy at Belle Meade’s cupid’s tea in Nashville!
Where the worlds of wine and bourbon intertwine in an one-hour dual pairing experience. Indulge your senses and elevate your palate to new heights.
Join us in celebrating National Wine and Cheese Day at Belle Meade Winery! In this experience, we’ll dazzle your taste buds as you make your way through our historic stables, sipping on 5 wine selections and enjoying 5 cheesy hors d’oeuvres pairings. Each of these pairings are hand crafted and selected by our Culinary Team of chefs and sommeliers.
Explore the history of Belle Meade Historic Site hands-on with an Adventure Backpack! Backpack rentals include craft supplies, a Belle Meade coloring book, and a key that unlocks 6 treasure chests around the property.
Thursday, November 13th from 5:00-8:00 PM!
Get into the holiday spirit at Belle Meade by experiencing our Holiday Open House on November 13th!
Enjoy a small intimate experience for groups of 4-12 guests. Upon arrival you will be greeted by a host and taken on the private historic tour of your choice followed by your choice of a private pairing (wine & food, bourbon & food, and wine, bourbon & food).
General Admission | $48
Enjoy an exceptional Chef’s menu of four seasonal dishes by Executive Chef Stephen Kruger, paired flawlessly with Belle Meade Winery’s renowned wines by our skilled sommeliers!
Monthly enrichment classes for your social studies curriculum. For grades K-12. Offered monthly on Tuesdays or Wednesdays from August to May.
Traditional field trips for school and homeschool groups. For grades pre-K, K-12.
Our traditional field trips at your school’s or homeschool’s location. For grades pre-K, K-12.
Unique volunteer opportunity for students age 10-15.
Enhance your visit with programs created specifically for families with children under age 12.
Special Seasonal Events Coming Soon!
Relax in our historic Ice House and hear the history of bourbon in Nashville while learning how to sip bourbon. Try delicious cocktails and even craft your own signature beverage with the guidance of our stewards.
Let our sommeliers guide you through a selection of five wines perfectly paired by gourmet hors d’oeuvres. Our Executive Chef curates these menus seasonally, ensuring a unique and delicious experience every time.
Life on the frontier was hard. See the hardships that early settlers dealt with on their journey.
Hands-on-History programs are designed for families with children ages 2-10! Come discover the Belle Meade Plantation with your whole family.
Join us for fun, hands-on programming at our unique camps! These full-day programs are a great way for kids to learn some history and have fun.
Join us May 22nd or 23rd for our Homeschool & Community Days! This event is a great way for your students to make friends and meet new people. The theme for May is Revolutionary War Time. Discover daily life during the Revolutionary War through hands-on activities like military drills, decoding secret ciphers, crafting a tricorn or Hessian hat, creating a whirligig toy, and designing a Memorial Day remembrance ribbon.
Perfect for bachelorette parties, corporate events and larger groups or anyone who prefers to have more wine selections and personalized service.
This tour delves into the realities of enslavement and emancipation, honoring those who shaped Belle Meade’s legacy within American history.
Discover our 30+ acres on your own! The grounds only admission does not include a guided tour. However, you will be able to access our grounds and outbuildings, outdoor game court, walking trail, gift shops, and our on-site restaurant!
Enjoy a guided tour of Belle Meade’s 1853 Greek Revival Mansion and learn about the individuals who created one of the most influential stud farms in American racing history!