Play Playground Nashville Launches “Candied Land” Winter Experience Featuring Large-Scale Games, Festive Decor, Seasonal Cocktails, More
Play Playground Nashville rooftop. (Photos courtesy of Play Playground)
NASHVILLE, TENN. (November 2025) – Play Playground, Nashville’s most playful social game experience and rooftop lounge located just off Broadway, announces the debut of “Candied Land,” a seasonal takeover transforming the destination into a whimsical winter escape now through mid-January. Designed for anyone ready to rediscover their playful side, the experience blends large-scale games with festive décor, enchanting holiday installations, skyline views from the rooftop lounge and an all-new collection of themed cocktails inspired by nostalgic sweets and winter flavors.
Rooted in Play Playground’s mission to connect people through play, “Candied Land” invites friend groups, couples, out-of-town visitors, families with children 13+ by day and the 21+ crowd by night to rediscover the joy of carefree fun – with a uniquely Nashville twist. Guests can explore team-based challenges as well as festive interactive spaces and cozy igloo-style seating crafted for connection and celebration. DJs, seasonal music and rotating rooftop activations add pulse and energy across the venue.
“Candied Land” also features new cocktails and a mocktail inspired by nostalgic sweets and winter flavors, including:
- Chocolate Mountain Martini – Peanut butter tequila, espresso liqueur, mocha, whipped cream, Reese’s
- Lost in Peppermint Forest – Peppermint schnapps, coconut milk, peppermint
- How You Like Them Candy Apples? – Angry Orchard, Fireball, apple cider, grenadine, caramel, apple chips
- The Great Lollipop Adventure – Vodka, watermelon pucker, watermelon purée, lemon, Ring Pop
- King Cotton Candy Mocktail – Sour, blueberry syrup, Sprite, cotton candy
Winter White Naughty or Nice Buckets –
- Naughty – Winter white ale, winter lager, Old Fezziwig, cold brew coffee stout
- Nice – Sun Cruiser, Truly Hard Seltzer
“‘Candied Land’ brings the kind of playful energy and social connection Nashville hasn’t seen before,” said Jennifer Worthington, CEO and co-founder, Play Social Inc. “Everything we create is about shared experiences — it’s about giving people space to laugh, move, compete a little and remember what it feels like to play without overthinking it. This seasonal experience is a chance for guests to tap into nostalgia, discover new favorite moments and find their ‘yay’ this winter season.”
Play Playground Nashville is located just off Broadway at 128 N. 2nd Ave. Access to Play Playground is 13+ until 7 p.m. (last entry at 6 p.m.) and 21+ with a valid I.D. after 7 p.m. The destination is open Monday and Tuesday from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m., Wednesday and Thursday from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m., Friday and Saturday from 12 p.m. to 1 a.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit playplayground.com.
ABOUT PLAY PLAYGROUND NASHVILLE
Play Playground Nashville is the city’s most playful social game destination — a two-story, 15,000-square-foot experience designed to help guests rediscover their carefree side. Located just off Broadway at 128 N. 2nd Ave., the venue blends larger-than-life physical games, nostalgic challenges, DJs and a high-energy food and beverage program to create a setting where connection comes naturally and competition proves to be exciting and friendly. Open to ages 13+ before 7 p.m. and 21+ after 7 p.m., Play Playground invites friend groups, couples, private parties and out-of-town visitors to laugh, move, mingle and experience the power of play across signature attractions like Doctor! Doctor! and Whiskey Run. Guests can also enjoy the open-air Rooftop Lounge, offering skyline views of the Cumberland River and Nissan Stadium, specialty cocktails, VIP seating and socially shareable moments — perfect for golden-hour drinks, weekend brunch or private celebrations. For more information, visit playplayground.com or follow on Instagram and TikTok.
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