March marks the start of spring festival season and there’s plenty to be festive about. This month alone we’re celebrating spring flowers in general and daffodils in particular, Oreos, arts & crafts, free trees and the King of Rock and Roll. Whew! Here’s a list in date order so you can plan your personal festival calendar.
CHEEKWOOD IN BLOOM: RED, WHITE & BLOOMS (3/7-4/12)
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It’s a patriotic party at Cheekwood this year, as their annual festival of flowers honors America’s 250th anniversary with a spectacular sea of 250,000 red and white tulips, purple-blue violas, and hyacinths. Stroll through breathtaking scenery, visit food trucks, and enjoy an American art on display in the Historic Mansion. Plan your trip for the right weekend(s) to enjoy live jazz perform in the gardens by talented student musicians from Vanderbilt University’s Blair School of Music. Learn more and get ticket for Cheekwood in Bloom!
NASHVILLE ELVIS FESTIVAL (3/19-3/22)
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The Nashville Elvis Festival—which actually takes place in Franklin—is billed as “the Ultimate Elvis event.” Marking its 10th anniversary in 2026, this year’s festival celebrates the life and music of Elvis Presley with an expanded lineup of shows and headliners, including the top Elvis tribute artists from around the world. It’s four days of live music, tribute performances, and related activities that honor the legacy of the King of Rock and Roll. March 19-22, 2026, at The Factory in Franklin. Details, tickets and more.
BELL BUCKLE DAFFODIL DAY (3/21)
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Every March, Bell Buckle, TN bursts into full bloom with a colorful explosion of daffodils. Then they invite everyone to come enjoy a day full of fun, family-friendly activities. Got daffodils of your own? You’re welcome to pick your favorite bloom and enter it in the flower show. It’s free to enter; check out the rules and regs.
While you’re waiting to find out if your daffodil is a winner, you can enjoy live music, explore the shops and pick up a FREE tree seedling. (This year’s options are Oak, Common Persimmon, and Native Sweet Pecan.) Pro tip: Word on the street is that some stores will offer 20% off to anyone wearing “daffodil yellow” so plan your wardrobe accordingly. Saturday, March 21, 2026 10:00am – 4:00pm. Details and directions.
BLOOMING ARTS FESTIVAL (3/27-3/28)
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Plan a trip to the quaint, small town of Linden, TN to celebrate the 18th annual Blooming Arts Festival. In addition to 150-plus arts & crafts exhibitors and a full schedule of live music, the festival provides a popular Kids Zone, complete with rides, face painting, creative arts and fun activities.
Exhibitors include fine art, such as paintings, clay sculptures, photography, stained glass, leatherwork, jewelry, glass, furniture, fiber, quilting and many more displays of creativity. Blooming Arts Festival is held in Linden’s downtown; it’s free and open to the public. Plan your visit.
2ND ANNUAL OREO FESTIVAL (3/28)
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Mark your calendar, grab your crew, and bring your sweet tooth to the 2nd Annual Oreo Festival! Organizers promise “a full day packed with Oreo-inspired treats, desserts, drinks, and family fun that’ll have your taste buds cheering. From the classics you love to wild new Oreo creations, this is the ultimate celebration for cookie lovers of all ages!” (Is your mouth watering yet?)
This delicious, family-friendly event will be held indoors at the MTSU Livestock Center in Murfreesboro, so your cookies will be crunchy, rain or shine. Saturday, March 28th, 2026, 10am-4pm. Parking and admission are free. Pour a glass of milk and read the details.
We can’t think of a sweeter way to end the month, but festival season is just getting started. To find more events, check out this guide to Nashville & Middle TN from TNvacations.com.
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