Puckett’s Columbia Launches “Live on the Square” Concert Series
Beloved Southern restaurant expands commitment to local music with new First Fridays partnership
COLUMBIA, Tenn. – Puckett’s Columbia is turning up the volume on its live music roots with the launch of its new “Live on the Square” concert series, bringing family-friendly performances to downtown Columbia as part of the city’s popular First Fridays events. Hosted in the restaurant’s Guitar & Cadillac Hall, the series highlights local and regional artists while bringing people together over live music, food and time with friends.
“We are thrilled to add the new ‘Live on the Square’ concert series by local favorite Puckett’s Columbia to our First Fridays lineup,” said Kellye Murphy, Tourism & Marketing Director of Visit Columbia. “First Fridays in downtown Columbia is a popular monthly event that’s all about great food, family-friendly fun and live music — things Puckett’s knows all about. In addition to providing a platform for local musicians to perform, they offer an inviting space to gather and celebrate the simple things in life. We’re excited to see First Fridays grow and appreciate Puckett’s for going all in to be part of it.”
The inaugural concert kicked off with high-energy band Smith & Gone, known for blending country favorites from legends like Waylon Jennings and Garth Brooks with Southern and classic rock influences. With a mix of crowd-favorite covers and original music, the band set the tone for the lineup of concerts ahead.
Claire Crowell, president of A. Marshall, added, “Live music has always been at the heart of the Puckett’s experience. Each of our locations embraces that tradition in a way that feels authentic to its community. With this new concert series, we’re excited to create even more opportunities for people to come together, support local artists and enjoy what’s at the heart of Columbia.”
Across Tennessee, Puckett’s tailors its music programming to reflect the character of each city it calls home. In Hendersonville, the restaurant leans into its rich songwriting culture with regular open mic nights. Franklin hosts its popular “Hitmakers” series, which has welcomed standout talent including Kelsea Ballerini, Thomas Rhett, Lainey Wilson and Walker Hayes, alongside other acclaimed songwriters. In Murfreesboro, Puckett’s partners with Middle Tennessee State University’s School of Music, showcasing student talent across genres such as singer-songwriters and jazz ensembles, while also giving students hands-on experience managing live sound production. Columbia’s new concert series is designed to bring the community together in the heart of its historic downtown.
No matter the location, live music remains a defining element of the Puckett’s experience, offering guests a chance to enjoy authentic Southern comfort food just steps away from the stage. For upcoming concert dates and more information, visit puckettsrestaurant.com/
About Puckett’s Restaurant
The Puckett’s roots go way back to the 1950s and a little grocery store in the village of Leiper’s Fork, Tenn. Today, the family-owned-and-operated brand has seven Tennessee locations in Franklin, Nashville, Columbia, Chattanooga, Murfreesboro, Pigeon Forge and Hendersonville, with an eighth location in Cullman, Ala. and nationwide shipping available via Goldbelly. When it comes down to it, Puckett’s is a community kitchen with live pickin’ performances just a few feet from your table. Southern hospitality and authentic comfort food earned Puckett’s recognition as Tennessee’s Top 5 Local Restaurants in the Southern Living 2023 The South’s Best Awards and 10 Best Barbecue Restaurants in the U.S. in the TravelAwaits 2022 Best Of Travel Awards. To learn more about Puckett’s and the other A. Marshall Hospitality brands, visit puckettsrestaurant.com.
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