Music City Hot Chicken Festival
The Music City Hot Chicken Festival is an annual July 4 tradition celebrating Nashville’s signature hot chicken. Held at East Park, the festival brings together local hot chicken restaurants, live music, food vendors, and family activities for an Independence Day gathering in East Nashville.
The event also features a Fire Truck Parade and an amateur hot chicken cooking competition, with proceeds benefiting Metro Parks & Recreation.
Music City Hot Chicken Festival Details
Date
The event is typically held on July 4.
Location
East Park, 700 Woodland Street, Nashville, TN 37206.
Presented By
Music City Hot Chicken Festival.
Cost
Free to attend.
Who It’s For
Families, food lovers, hot chicken fans, local residents, and visitors looking for a July 4 event in Nashville.
What to Expect
Nashville hot chicken, live music, a Fire Truck Parade, an amateur cooking competition, food vendors, and family activities.
Good to Know
The festival is held rain or shine, and outside coolers and tents are not permitted.
