Nashwood

HIGHWOOD TRANSFORMS INTO NASHVILLE’S HONKY TONK ROW FOR
SIXTH ANNUAL NASHWOOD MUSIC AND FOOD FEST

Over 100 free music acts • 20 venues • 10 outdoor performance spaces
Southern-inspired food & drink specials
Labor Day Weekend, September 1-3, Downtown Highwood

Celebrate Highwood will once again transform its Downtown into Nashville’s Honky Tonk Row for the Sixth Annual Nashwood (Nashville+Highwood) Music and Food Fest. Attendees of all ages are encouraged to don their cowboy boots and hats over Labor Day Weekend, September 1-3, for three days of FREE live country, bluegrass, blues and classic, contemporary and Southern rock music, as well as Southern inspired food and drink specials.

The sounds of Nashville will permeate the air as music lovers stroll the streets of Downtown Highwood enjoying over 100 FREE performances throughout 20 venues including 10 outdoor performance spaces, all within a 48-hour time frame. There are no cover charges, but in true Nashville style, tips are always welcome to support the musicians! Nashwood will run Friday: 5 PM-bar close, Saturday: 12 PM-bar close, Sunday: 12-8 PM.

The public is invited to take a one-hour ride around Highwood on the Nashwood Booze Barrel Bus. Tickets are $50 while supplies last, and include cocktails and live music onboard. The Booze Barrel Bus operating hours: Friday: 6-10 PM, Saturday: 2:30-10 PM, Sunday: 2:30-6:30 PM. Reservations are highly recommended, as seats are limited. Thanks to our booze barrel bus sponsors Mada Hitchmough and 28 Mile Distilling Company.

The Nashwood Hop-Along Hayride will also be offering free shuttles throughout Downtown Highwood.

Highwood encourages attendees to take Uber, Lyft, public transportation, or walk or ride bikes along the enhanced Green Bay Trail - Robert McLory Bike Trail which leads straight into the heart of Highwood. Ride the Metra north or south to the Highwood station, or take a Pace Bus. Free parking is available but spots are limited!