2025 Experiences Coming to Tennessee

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New Attractions in East Tennessee
New Attractions in and near Nashville 
New Attractions in Memphis
2025 New Tennessee Hotels and Unique Places to Stay
2025 New Restaurants in Tennessee

You'll want to be at Bristol Motor Speedway Aug. 2, 2025 as one of NASCAR's most popular tracks hosts the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds for a special Regular Season game. The MLB Speedway Classic will be the first Major League Baseball game played in Tennessee. 

Jackson Theatre - Jonesborough

Experience the magic of the fully restored Jackson Theatre, originally the only theater in downtown Jonesborough from the 1920s to the 1960s. The theater operates once again as a live performance theater, music venue and film house with a nod to its rich history. Jackson Theatre is a vibrant cultural hub for the arts in the heart of the historic downtown. 

WildSide - Pigeon Forge

Get ready for the ultimate off-road adventure at WildSide with guided UTV tours, mountain bike trails for every level of skill in the wilderness of the Smoky Mountains. Explore 900 acres of mountain terrain that includes more than 18 miles of total trails and 1,500 feet of total park elevation change. See incredible views on the miles of rugged terrain on the off-road trails; and, brush up your mountain biking skills on the trails designed for every skill level - you can bring your own bike or rent one onsite.

The Crayola Experience & NERF Action-Xperience – Pigeon Forge

Kids of all ages will love Hasbro’s new The Crayola Experience to Pigeon Forge’s family-friendly offerings in 2025. The 30,000 square foot entertainment center will allow you to name your own crayons, create wax art and your own coloring page. Scooby Doo Mystery Putt and NERF Action Xperience are also coming to Pigeon Forge in Fall 2025. The unique NERF Action center will have over 29,000 square feet of indoor entertainment for endless NERF fun including blaster battles, obstacle courses and more. Recharge in the food and beverage area and shop for new NERF products at the retail store. 

Rafter's Rage - Sevierville

Soaky Mountain Waterpark will add a new thrill water slide, “Rafter’s Rage" anticipated to open May 2025. This thrilling, 6-person raft ride will get you reaching speeds of up to 19mph as you whip down the slide. High-banking turns and steep drops extend riders' zero-G feeling, making it an exhilarating ride. The drifting experience, with four artfully crafted arcs that rafts will laterally accelerate over sideways, is the world’s first for a waterslide.

Cloud Catcher Zipline - Gatlinburg

Catch a cloud at Ober Mountain’s new Cloud Catcher Zipline Experience. The new zipline has the highest starting point of any zipline in the Great Smoky Mountains. As you ride the scenic chairlift to the peak of Mt. Harrison at over 3,400 feet in elevation, enjoy amazing views before embarking on 4 parallel lines with up to 3 of your friends and family. You'll zoom down a 3.200-foot-long zip ride over 300 feet off the ground.

Covenant Health Park - Knoxville

Baseball is back in downtown Knoxville with the new Covenant Health Park, scheduled to open in Spring 2025. The new multi-use stadium will host the AA team of the Chicago Cubs when baseball returns. Surrounding restaurants, shopping and public plazas are planned to revitalize the historic Old City neighborhood. 

Sunsphere Welcome Center - Knoxville

The new Sunsphere Welcome Center is now open as part of Phase II of the update and enhancement of the iconic Sunsphere structure. The Welcome Center's new entrance canopy is topped with a solar array that gives a nod to the 1982 World's Fair theme: "Energy Turns the World", a skylight feature in the interior, staffed ticketing, expanded shopping area, brochures and information. Phase I included painting the Sunsphere back to its original color. With views overlooking World’s Fair Park and a renovated Sunsphere Observation Deck, the Sunsphere is a must-visit when you come to Knoxville.

Chattanooga Zoo's Cape of Africa - Chattanooga

Bring your family to spend a day at Chattanooga Zoo, which can now include the new Cape of Africa exhibit. Marvel at warthogs, Cape porcupines, servals, Aldabra tortoises and more.

Nashville Yards is a new 19-acre entertainment mixed-use complex that will open throughout 2025. The property will have a 4,500-capacity concert hall which will open February 2025 as well as a curated collection of food, beverage and shopping options along with a 12-screen cinema. Over 7 acres will include an open plaza and green space with a dog park, pickleball courts, courtyard seating and urban farming.

Nashville Arcade - Nashville

The historic treasure, Nashville Arcade, is set to reopen in early 2025 with over 30 unique restaurants, bar and retail concepts. The Arcade Arts Program will offer year-round programming and events from local artists and galleries in the city’s dynamic creative scene.

Flatrock Motorclub - Westel

Flatrock Motorclub’s newly opened state-of-the-art 3.5-mile, 23-turn ‘Club’ track is an exhilarating driving experience. New in 2025, the Flatrock Karting Track and Members’ Clubhouse opens. Future plans include a Grand Prix track, a hotel, restaurant and amphitheater.

The new Elvis 90 for 90 Exhibit at Graceland features 90 curated artifacts from Elvis Presley’s personal and professional career, including his sketchbook. Elvis Presley’s 90th Birthday celebration is Jan. 8-11, 2025 with live concerts, panels, and special tours. Elvis Week is Aug. 8-16, 2025.

National Civil Rights Museum - Memphis

Become the Dream. The renovation of the National Civil Rights Museum’s Legacy Building, also known as the Boarding House where Dr. King's alleged assassin laid in wait and fired the fatal shot, will undergo an exhibit renovation that draw draw from Dr. King’s last book “Where do We Go From Here? Chaos and Community.” Completion is expected in 2025 and will include exhibits on the Poor People's Campaign and Freedom Award, the Civil Rights Movement since the assassination and how today's activism impacts communities and policies.

Memphis Brooks Museum of Art - Memphis

Just in time for cozy season, curl up in a two-level whimsical treehouse at Ancient Lore Village. The new Luxury Elven Treehouses are 900 sq. ft. that include a living room with a vaulted ceiling and electric fireplace, a kitchenette and wet bar, two full bathrooms, two bedrooms with a king bed and a wrap-around deck. It's the fairytale getaway of your dreams.

The Broken Banjo RV Park - Manchester

A distillery, cocktail bar and coffee shop steeped in Southern history, Stable Reserve on historic Main Street is the newest addition to the Tennessee Whiskey Trail.

Memphis Filling Station - Memphis

Craft beer fans, get ready to add another must-visit brewery to your list. Memphis Filling Station on South Main features a variety of favorites like coffee milk stout, popcorn and multiple topping options, adult Lunchables and soft pretzels.

Franklin's Little Bar - Jackson

Franklin’s Little Bar is a cozy, charming neighborhood hangout specializing in craft beer, revitalized from one of the most unique properties downtown. Get there early to grab a seat!