The country stars will headline Jack Daniel’s New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. In addition to Wilson, Aldean and Zimmerman, Gospel legend CeCe Winans and the Fisk Jubilee Singers will also help ring in 2026 at this free, five-hour public event. More artists and entertainment will be announced in the coming weeks.
In 2024, Nashville’s Big Bash generated $41 million in visitor spending and welcomed 220,000 attendees. Gates for the 17th annual Bash will open at 5:30pm. New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash will air live on Wednesday, December 31st from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. CST and 9:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. CST on CBS and Paramount+.
“New Year’s Eve in Music City is always something special, and this year will be no exception,” said Deana Ivey, President and CEO of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. “With some of the biggest names in Nashville’s diverse music scene, incredible partnerships with local nonprofits and the energy of thousands of visitors and locals attending together, we’re proud to showcase Music City at its very best. Not only is it a night of unforgettable entertainment, but it also delivers a major boost to our local businesses and hospitality industry.”
Big Bash Partners With Ronald McDonald House
Nashville-based nonprofit Ronald McDonald House provides housing and resources to families while their critically ill children are being treated at local hospitals. During the event, Big Bash partner Crav’n Flavor will donate food items to fill the Ronald McDonald House pantry. Attendees are encouraged to donate as well at rmhcnashville.com/donate.
A Focus On Inclusivity & Sustainability
Nashville’s Big Bash cares about its community. Inclusivity is prioritized by offering:
- Sober Space, in partnership with Cumberland Heights
- Partnerships with Safe Bar and Red Frogs USA
- Partnering with KultureCity
- Providing an ADA-accessible viewing area as well as an ASL interpreter
- Collecting non-parishable donations to donate to local food kitchens
Sustainability is also a primary focus of the event. Big Bash utilizes recycling practices and celebrates with 100 pounds of biodegradable confetti.
For more information about Nashville’s Big Bash, head to visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve.