What To Expect

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Location: National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) 

                 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 

Start Time:  12:00 PM 

End Time:      4:00 PM 

Please enter the venue at the entrance on Rep. John Lewis Way.  

Parking at NMAAM 

NMAAM offers a discounted rate if you park in the 5th & Broadway parking garage (Entrance next to Eddie V’s)! You will need to download the Metropolis App on your phone BEFORE entering the parking garage and ensure your car and license plate number are registered within the app. Once completed, you’ll go through the gate and park in the B1 Level area. Before you leave the museum, there will be two kiosks in the lobby where you will enter your license plate number, and you will be given a flat rate of $22.00! 

For GPS directions to the 5th & Broadway Parking Garage, use: 598 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203. 

For other downtown parking options, visit Nashville Downtown Parking.

Tickets are $20 plus a small processing fee applied at checkout. (Adults & Children)

Each ticket includes entry to the HC Wedding Showcase and general admission to NMAAM. 

Enhance your visit to the Museum with an RFID Interactive Wristband, available at the Museum Ticket Counter for $5 each, and take home a personalized digital keepsake of your museum experience.

The RFID Interactive Wristband lets you capture your favorite museum exhibits, create a personalized digital playlist, access exclusive content, and take home a keepsake.  

The RFID Interactive Wristband is available at the Museum Ticket Counter for $5 each.

Note: the RFID Interactive Wristband only tracks museum experiences, not the Wedding Showcase. 

Yes! You can buy tickets at the door, but we recommend getting them in advance.

No, but here are some useful things to bring: 

• Notebook or phone for taking notes/pictures 
• Pre-printed labels with your name, email, and wedding date for giveaways 
• Tote bag  

Dress comfortably but presentably; this is a social, photo-friendly event. Comfortable shoes are encouraged. 

Yes! You’re welcome to bring your fiancé, friends, family, or bridal party. Please note that each guest, including children, will need a paid ticket to attend. 

Yes. Children are welcome to attend the Wedding Showcase and visit the Museum. Please note that each guest, including children, will need a paid ticket to attend. 

You’ll meet a variety of wedding professionals, including planners, photographers, florists, caterers, DJs, bridal boutiques, beauty experts, travel planners, and more!

Absolutely! Many vendors will offer individual giveaways and raffles, and there will also be Grand Prizes. 

Tip: Have your pre-printed labels ready! Some individual vendor raffles may happen at specific times—check at each vendor’s booth for details.

No, you do not need to be present to win a Grand Prize. Winners will be drawn 30 minutes before the showcase concludes and notified by email. Please note that individual vendor drawings may have their own rules or requirements.

Yes! The venue is wheelchair accessible, with elevator access available at the Rep. Lewis Way entrance. If you or a member of your party needs assistance with the elevator or a wheelchair, please ask at the registration table. 

Follow HC on IG and FB for any last-minute announcements or changes. 

Please contact us at info@happilyconnected.com. Please note: This email will not be monitored on the day of the showcase. If you have any questions during the event, just stop by the registration table, and an HC representative will be happy to help.