Explore Nashville
32 source-backed places across Nashville and nearby. Every card keeps the policy detail and check date in view.
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1812 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN 37212
BringFido reports dogs allowed at front sidewalk tables; Fido's official page does not state its current dog-access policy, so contact the cafe before visiting with a dog
Checked 2026-10-26
519 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
Dog-friendly patio availability and current status of this location could not be confirmed; contact the business before visiting with a dog
Checked 2026-10-26
2509 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37204
Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome in outdoor seating areas; indoor policy is not specified
Checked 2026-10-24
101 Van Buren St, Nashville, TN 37208
Well-behaved dogs are welcome on patios only; the Germantown taproom asks guests to keep dogs on patios
Checked 2026-10-24
811 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
Dogs welcome on the patio only; dogs must remain outside, stay leashed, and owners must pick up after them
Checked 2026-10-24
4500 Murphy Rd, Nashville, TN 37209
BringFido reports dogs welcome at outdoor tables, but Edley's current location page does not confirm dog access; contact the restaurant before visiting with a dog
Checked 2026-10-26
800 44th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37209
Dogs are welcome in the outdoor beer garden; indoor access and leash rules are not specified
Checked 2026-10-24
500 Church St, Nashville, TN 37219
Reported dog-friendly outdoor tables; current patio policy is not directly confirmed, so call ahead before visiting with a dog
Checked 2026-10-26
1004 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219
Dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio; leash details are not specified
Checked 2026-10-24
50 Vaughn Rd, Nashville, TN 37205 (Warner Parks)
Dogs welcome throughout Warner Parks except the Burch Reserve; must be leashed (6 ft max) at all times outside the fenced dog park
Checked 2026-10-24
1900 Davidson St, Nashville, TN 37206 (main trailhead)
Pets are allowed; dogs must be on a leash 6 ft or shorter. Open dawn to dusk. Shelby Bottoms is separate from Richland Creek Greenway. Metro Parks' Oct. 21 closures update, checked Oct. 26, says only the boardwalk near the observation deck (about 0.5 miles near the wetland area) is closed for repairs; it does not say the entire Shelby Bottoms Greenway is closed. Check the closure notice before visiting.
Checked 2026-10-26
1160 Otter Creek Rd, Nashville, TN 37220
Pets are allowed only on Otter Creek Road, Hall Drive, and the dam; all other trails are closed to pets.
Checked 2026-10-24
2500 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203
Official Metro off-leash fenced dog park; large (2.5 ac) and small (0.4 ac) sections; dawn to dusk; dogs must be leashed entering/exiting. Metro rules require current rabies and ID tags, a leash on hand, and no more than two dogs per handler.
Checked 2026-10-24
Shelby Ave at S 20th St, Nashville, TN 37206
Official Metro off-leash fenced dog park, 2.15 acres; dawn to dusk. Metro rules require current rabies and ID tags, a leash on hand, and no more than two dogs per handler.
Checked 2026-10-24
Edwin Warner Park, 50 Vaughn Road, Nashville, TN
Fenced, 2-acre dog park; dawn to dusk. Dogs must be leashed entering and leaving the fenced area. Metro rules require current rabies and ID tags, a leash on hand, and no more than two dogs per handler.
Checked 2026-10-24
1216 Pine St, Nashville, TN 37203
Dog-friendly neighborhood play space; the current Downtown Nashville Partnership listing does not specify hours, fencing, or separate dog areas
Checked 2026-10-24
3150 McGavock Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
Official Metro off-leash fenced dog park, 6.64 acres; dawn to dusk. Metro rules require current rabies and ID tags, a leash on hand, and no more than two dogs per handler.
Checked 2026-10-24
300 Raines Ave, Nashville, TN
Official Metro fenced off-leash dog park; large section 0.6 acres and small section 0.26 acres; dawn to dusk. Dogs must be leashed entering and exiting. Metro rules require current rabies and ID tags, a leash on hand, and no more than two dogs per handler.
Checked 2026-10-24
200 1st Avenue South, Nashville, TN
Official Metro fenced off-leash dog park, 0.32 acres; dawn to 11 p.m. Dogs must be leashed entering and exiting. Metro rules require current rabies and ID tags, a leash on hand, and no more than two dogs per handler.
Checked 2026-10-24
1616 Third Avenue North, Nashville, TN
Official Metro fenced off-leash dog park; large section 0.36 acres and small section 0.16 acres; dawn to dusk. Dogs must be leashed entering and exiting. Metro rules require current rabies and ID tags, a leash on hand, and no more than two dogs per handler.
Checked 2026-10-24
130 Lifeway Plaza, Nashville, TN
Official Metro fenced off-leash dog park, 0.41 acres; dawn to 11 p.m. Dogs must be leashed entering and exiting. Metro rules require current rabies and ID tags, a leash on hand, and no more than two dogs per handler.
Checked 2026-10-24
300 Connare Drive, Nashville, TN
Official Metro fenced off-leash dog park, 0.60 acres; dawn to dusk. Dogs must be leashed entering and exiting. Metro rules require current rabies and ID tags, a leash on hand, and no more than two dogs per handler.
Checked 2026-10-24
299 Tusculum Road, Nashville, TN
Official Metro fenced off-leash dog park, 1.57 acres; dawn to dusk. Dogs must be leashed entering and exiting. Metro rules require current rabies and ID tags, a leash on hand, and no more than two dogs per handler.
Checked 2026-10-24
3778 Bell Road, Nashville, TN
Official Metro fenced off-leash dog park, 2.5 acres; dawn to dusk. Dogs must be leashed entering and exiting. Metro rules require current rabies and ID tags, a leash on hand, and no more than two dogs per handler.
Checked 2026-10-24
151 SE Springdale Rd, Mount Juliet, TN 37122
A City of Mt. Juliet bid record identifies a dog park at this address, but current public access rules and hours could not be confirmed; check with the city before visiting.
Checked 2026-10-26
151 E Main St, Hendersonville, TN 37075
Two fenced areas for small and larger dogs; sunrise to sunset. Limit three dogs per owner. Dogs must be licensed, current with shots, leashed entering and exiting, with leashes kept in hand; clean up after dogs.
Checked 2026-10-24
239 Franklin Rd (north entrance), Franklin, TN 37064
Official City of Franklin off-leash fenced dog park, 4 acres; dawn to dark; dogs must be leashed outside the fenced area and no more than 3 dogs per owner
Checked 2026-10-24
Old Hillsboro Rd, Leiper's Fork, TN 37064 (village center)
Walkable arts village; Leiper's Creek Gallery explicitly welcomes dogs; shops/restaurants cluster within walking distance along Old Hillsboro Rd
Checked 2026-10-24
Natchez Trace Parkway (NPS unit; multiple access points near Nashville)
Dogs permitted on Parkway trails and viewpoints per NPS; must be leashed 6 ft or shorter; service animals only inside buildings
Checked 2026-10-24
2021 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203
Pets are welcome. Water bowls are delivered to the room; courtesy walking bags are available. No size or weight limit and no limit on number of pets allowed.
Checked 2026-10-24
4004 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215
Dog daycare, overnight and long-term boarding, and spa services are offered at this location.
Checked 2026-10-24
782 Old Hickory Blvd, Suite 103, Brentwood, TN 37027
Full-service grooming, bakery/treats, and pet retail
Checked 2026-10-24
Upcoming events
Charity/Pet Festival · Downtown
Tue, Oct 27, 2026 · 5–8 PM CT
Dog-friendly Halloween event benefiting Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary and New Leash on Life. Tickets are $5.
Dog Training · Nashville
Wed, Oct 28, 2026 · 6:30–7:30 PM
Training class with Danielle Robinson. $25 per class.
Adoption/Charity · Downtown
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 · 6 PM start; end time unresolved (7 or 7:30 PM)
Attendees are invited to bring costumed dogs to this adoption event. The organizer lists a 6–7 PM calendar time and a 6–7:30 PM description; confirm the end time before attending. Free to attend; donations are encouraged.
Pet Photos · Nashville
Sun, Nov 1, 2026 · 11 AM–3 PM
Holiday pet photos with Penny Adams Photography; a $50 donation covers a private session for up to two pets and two digital files. Costumes are optional; animals must be leashed or in a carrier.
Dog Race · Downtown
Thu, Nov 26, 2026 · 5K 8 AM; 1-mile 8:10 AM
The 5K begins at 8:00 AM and the 1-mile begins at 8:10 AM. Dogs may participate with the optional Doggie Dash add-on selected during registration or added later through a Race Roster account; it includes a dog bandana, race bib, and medal.
Dog Training · Nashville
Wed, Nov 11, 2026 · 6:30–7:30 PM
Dog training class with Danielle Robinson focused on polite ways to get attention. $25 per class; registration is required and spots are limited.
Dog Walk · Nashville
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · 10–11 AM
A group leash-training session and path walk. $20 donation; bring your dog on a standard leash (no retractable leashes).
Dog Training · Nashville
Wed, Nov 18, 2026 · 6:30–7:30 PM
Dog training class with Danielle Robinson focused on ways to encourage dogs to walk beside their handler. $25 per class; registration is required and spots are limited.
Dog Race · Bellevue
Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 8 AM
Free 5K supporting Nashville Humane Association. The organizer welcomes dogs on leash and says dog awards will be given.
Dog Walk · Hermitage
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · 8:30–10:30 AM listing; walk 9–11 AM
Visit Music City's listing says the walk is open to Hermitage members and their dogs, with donuts for people and biscuits for dogs while supplies last. Its header says 8:30–10:30 AM but the description says the walk runs 9–11 AM; confirm the date and time with the Hermitage before visiting.
Dog Walk · Hermitage
Sat, Dec 5, 2026 · 8:30–10:30 AM listing; walk 9–11 AM
Visit Music City's listing says the walk is open to Hermitage members and their dogs, with donuts for people and biscuits for dogs while supplies last. Its header says 8:30–10:30 AM but the description says the walk runs 9–11 AM; confirm the date and time with the Hermitage before visiting.
Community Event · Nashville
Sun, Dec 13, 2026 · 10 AM–3 PM
Bring your dog for a holiday visit with Santa in the courtyard; guests receive a timed entry on arrival and can enjoy holiday-themed activities while waiting.
Community Event · Nashville
Tue, Dec 22, 2026 · 10 AM–2 PM
Bring your dog for a holiday visit with Santa in the courtyard; guests receive a timed entry on arrival and can enjoy holiday-themed activities while waiting.
Charity Gala · Downtown
Sat, Feb 27, 2027 · 6–9 PM
Nashville Humane Association's dog-welcome gala includes a cocktail hour with treats for people and dogs, dinner, a shelter-dog runway show, and a silent auction. Tickets are not on sale yet.
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