🎄 Your December in Nashville
Holiday markets, cozy spaces, and homes that shine bright this season.
🎉 Local Happenings:
December Events You Can’t Miss
🎅 Dickens of a Christmas
🗓 Dec 14–15,
Downtown Franklin
Step into a storybook with this Victorian-themed holiday festival on Main Street. Think carolers, horse-drawn carriages, chestnuts roasting, and characters from Dickens novels strolling the streets. It’s charming, festive, and completely free.
🕯️ Holiday LIGHTS at Cheekwood
🗓 Now through Jan 5
Cheekwood’s gardens are glowing with over a million twinkling lights, s’mores stations, and festive art installations. Walk the trails with a hot toddy in hand and soak in one of Nashville’s most magical holiday traditions.
🎁 Music City Christmas
🗓 Dec 20–22
Schermerhorn Symphony Center
The Nashville Symphony brings the holiday cheer with a stunning live performance filled with seasonal favorites. It’s festive, elegant, and the perfect reason to get dressed up this season.
⛸ Winterfest at Fountains
🗓 Now through Mid Jan
Gateway
Just outside the city in Murfreesboro, Winterfest brings ice skating, hot cocoa, and holiday magic to the suburbs. A great day trip for families or anyone ready to lean into the winter vibes.
🥐 New to Nash
Restaurants & Bars to Try
🍸 Connie’s (Midtown)
A retro-glam cocktail lounge inside the Hutton Hotel serving elevated classics with disco energy. Great for pre-show drinks or a cozy late-night vibe.
🍕 Little Hats Market (Hillsboro Village)
Part pizzeria, part Italian market, Little Hats delivers sourdough-crust pizzas, fresh pasta, and curated pantry goods in a warm, casual setting.
🥢 Philippe Chow (Downtown Nashville)
The iconic NYC Chinese fine dining spot has arrived in Nashville, bringing upscale takes on Beijing-style classics like Peking duck and hand-pulled noodles. Sleek, stylish, and perfect for a night out that feels like a splurge.
☕ Matryoshka Coffee (Wedgewood-Houston)
A cozy new café serving up strong espresso, seasonal drinks, and Russian-inspired pastries. Tucked inside a design shop with major cozy-core appeal.
🏡 Real Estate News
Year-End Market Wrap-Up
December may feel like a slow month, but there are still plenty of opportunities for buyers and sellers.
📉 Fewer listings – less competition .
💸 Serious sellers are motivated to close before year-end.
🏡 Holiday-decorated homes – extra cozy tour vibes.
📦 Moving in winter can mean better rates and quicker timelines.
Whether you're planning to buy, sell, or make moves in early 2026, now is the time to prep your strategy. Let us help you get ahead of the spring rush—before everyone else gets the memo.
Lifestyle & Home
Holiday Decor Tips + a Fun Challenge 🎄
Ready to win holiday curb appeal this year? Here are our top tips for festive decorating:
✨ Layer fresh garland with twinkle lights for texture and glow
Drape garland along doorways, mantels, or railings, and weave in warm lights for a soft, festive touch that shines day or night.
🎀 Add oversized ribbons, lanterns, and wreaths to your porch
Mix in big velvet bows, seasonal wreaths, and lanterns to give your entry major holiday charm with minimal effort.
🌟 Use neutral tones or metallics for a modern holiday vibe
Swap traditional red and green for golds, silvers, or soft neutrals for a fresh, elevated look that works into the New Year.
🍪 Don’t forget cozy indoor details
Candles, pine-scented diffusers, and a hot cocoa bar make your home feel extra cozy and ready for guests (or a solo night in).
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Wishing You a Warm & Wonderful December
This season, we’re especially grateful for all the clients, friends, and Nashville neighbors who made 2025 one to remember. Whether you’re cozying up for the holidays or planning your next big move, we’re just a text away.
