There’s always something to enjoy at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens.
Once the family home of Mabel and Leslie Cheek, this 1930s estate includes a historic mansion and 55 acres of cultivated gardens. Today, the estate serves the public as a botanic garden, arboretum and museum.
Cheekwood Estate and Gardens is located at 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville.
Here is a list of upcoming events.
Last updated November 4 , 2026
Festive Winter Containers
Friday, November 6 | 10 a.m.
Learn how to create beautiful winter container arrangements with design tips and demonstrations for seasonal plantings. Details
Backyard Conservation
Saturday, November 7 | 1 p.m.
Local naturalist Dan DeFigio shares ways to make gardens more welcoming to birds, pollinators and other wildlife. Details
VIP Preview Tours of An Enchanted Noel
November 17–19 | 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. daily
Go behind the scenes of Cheekwood’s holiday mansion decorations with designers Laura Dowling and Mauricio Clavero Kozlowski, who will share decorating tips and inspiration. Details
Designing Iconic Places
Thursday, November 19 | 4:30 p.m.
Join celebrated designers for a conversation about the creativity and craftsmanship behind elaborate holiday installations. Free for members with reservations. Details
Holiday LIGHTS Member Preview Night
Thursday, November 19 | Evening, marketplace opens at 4:30 p.m.
Cheekwood members can enjoy an early look at more than one million holiday lights, illuminated walking trails, festive decorations and seasonal treats. Separate tickets required. Details
Holiday LIGHTS
November 20, 2026 – January 3, 2027 | Evening hours, 4:30–10 p.m.
Cheekwood’s annual holiday tradition returns with a one-mile illuminated walking trail, the Peppermint Path, a 28-foot Pixel Pine, seasonal refreshments and a holiday marketplace. Details
An Enchanted Noel
November 20, 2026 – January 3, 2027 | 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. and 4:30–10 p.m.
The historic mansion transforms into a French-inspired holiday wonderland with elaborate decorations, festive tablescapes and a Parisian carousel. No daytime hours on Mondays. Details
Live Greenery Wreath Workshop
Saturday, November 21 and Saturday, December 5 | Times vary by session
Create a custom holiday wreath using fresh greenery and ribbons during this hands-on workshop led by Cheekwood instructor Abigail Boroughs. Details
Mansion Holiday Décor Tours
November 24, 2026 – January 3, 2027 | 11 a.m. daily
Take a guided tour of the historic mansion to discover the design and craftsmanship behind this year’s French-inspired holiday decorations. Details
Daytime Visits with Santa
December 12–24 | Daytime, specific times not listed
Families can visit Santa in the Historic Stable and Tack Room at the Frist Learning Center and bring their Christmas wish lists. Details
Dog Visits with Santa
Sunday, December 13 and Tuesday, December 22 | Times not listed
Bring your four-legged family members for a festive visit with Santa at Cheekwood’s Frist Learning Center. Details
Holiday Watercolor Wall Art
Saturday, December 19 | Time not listed
Create your own festive watercolor painting during a guided art workshop and take home a matted, frame-ready piece of holiday artwork
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