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Visiting Ryman Auditorium: what to know before you go
116 5th Ave. N, Nashville, TN 37219, United States
Ryman Auditorium is a arena in Nashville, open since 1962, with room for about 9,700 people.
Of the 52 upcoming shows with a published time, 44% start at 7:30 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Friday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 19 dates.
3 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train and Bus station); the nearest is Riverfront Station, 430 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Arena
- Capacity
- 9,700
- Opened
- 1962
- Address
- 116 5th Ave. N, Nashville, TN 37219, United States
- Upcoming events
- 67
- Usual start time
- 7:30 PM
- Busiest days
- Friday
Ryman Auditorium, month by month
- October 20261 date, including Neko Case & Friends
- November 202619 dates, including Dwight Yoakam, Jim Gaffigan and Brett Eldredge
- December 202613 dates, including Lauren Daigle, The Mavericks and Andrew Peterson
- January 20274 dates, including Chris Janson, Swan Lake: Symphony of Lights and Iliza Shlesinger
- February 20279 dates, including Stella Lefty: Long Way Home Tour, Joe Bonamassa and Michelle Branch
- March 202712 dates, including Buffalo Traffic Jam: Pictures Of You Tour, Buffalo Traffic Jam w/ Jack Van Cleaf and Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy and Friends play R.E.M.'s Document
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Concerts (53), Comedy (12), Plays & Musicals (1) and Dance (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Riverfront StationTrain430 m
5 min walk - Music City StarTrain440 m
6 min walk - Metro Nashville Bus StationBus station690 m
9 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 60 m from the venue.
Next events at Ryman Auditorium
Nov4Wed
Nov7Sat
Nov8Sun
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Ryman Auditorium: practical questions
How many people fit in Ryman Auditorium?
Ryman Auditorium has a capacity of about 9,700; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did Ryman Auditorium open?
Ryman Auditorium opened in 1962.
What time do shows start at Ryman Auditorium?
Usually at 7:30 PM (44% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to Ryman Auditorium?
Riverfront Station (Train), 430 m away – about 5 min on foot.
Can I park near Ryman Auditorium?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 60 m away.
What kind of events does Ryman Auditorium host?
Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (53), Comedy (12), Plays & Musicals (1) and Dance (1).
Which month has the most events at Ryman Auditorium?
November 2026, with 19 dates, including Dwight Yoakam and Jim Gaffigan.
Which other venues are close to Ryman Auditorium?
Bridgestone Arena (140 m), 3rd and Lindsley (1.3 km), Brooklyn Bowl Nashville (1.4 km) and Schermerhorn Symphony Center (470 m).
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