NAMIC Annual Convention
September 19-22, 2021 | Nashville, Tenn. & Virtual
We want you to have a customized experience at NAMIC’s Annual Convention, which is why we provide a variety of fun optional activities to round out your time with us. We are pleased to offer the below prearranged activities to allow for networking with other Convention attendees and guests as well as for your convenience in planning your visit.
To register for any optional activities, simply select them when registering. If you are already registered, refer to the “Edit Your Registration” link in your confirmation email. If you have any issues registering for the below activities, please email events@namic.org.
Day/Time | Optional Activities | Cost |
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Sunday, September 19 | ||
12:45 - 4:30 p.m. | Discover Nashville Tour | $130 |
2:00 – 4:15 p.m. | Famous Footsteps Nashville Walking Tour | $64 |
2:30 – 4:30 p.m. | Private Old Town Trolley City Tour | $95 |
Monday, September 20 | ||
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. | Behind-the-Scenes: Opryland Hotel Horticultural Tour | $15 |
6:00 – 10:15 p.m. | General Jackson Showboat Dinner Cruise | $142 |
Tuesday, September 21 | ||
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. | Behind-the-Scenes: Opryland Hotel Horticultural Tour | $15 |
6:00 – 11:00 p.m. | A Night of Country Music on Broadway | $65 |
7:30 - 9:30 p.m. | Nashville Ghost Tour | $55 |
Wednesday, September 22 | ||
1:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Hey Y’all Distillery Crawl | $110 |
1:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Belle Meade Mansion Tour and Bourbon Tasting | $125 |
2:00 - 4:15 p.m. | Famous Footsteps Nashville Walking Tour | $64 |
Discover Nashville City Tour | 12:45 – 4:30 p.m. | $130
On this three-and-a-half-hour fully narrated Discover Nashville City Tour, you’ll get to see and learn about all the highlights of Music City. This tour includes admission and self-guided tours at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and the Ryman Auditorium. You’ll see Nashville’s most famous landmarks, including the historic downtown area, Honky Tonk Row, Riverfront Park, Fort Nashborough, the Tennessee State Capitol, Bicentennial Mall, the Parthenon, Vanderbilt University, and Music Row – home to historic Studio B. The cost of this tour is $130.
12:45 p.m. | Guests Board Motor Coach at Opryland Hotel |
1:15 p.m. | Guests Arrive at the Ryman Auditorium |
2:15 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Country Music Hall of Fame |
3:45 p.m. | Depart CMHOF and Begin City tour |
4:30 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Opryland Hotel |
Famous Footsteps Nashville Walking Tour| 2:00 – 4:15 p.m. | $64
The best way to experience Nashville is on foot with a local songwriter, Kaysie Young. Join Kaysie on this 10-block walking tour to learn about the historical city of Nashville and the people who helped make it Music City. Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, Dolly Parton, Keith Urban, Elvis Presley, Willie Nelson, and Tom Ryman are just a few of the people who have made their marks on this town. This downtown walking tour is a great way to get oriented with and fall in love with Nashville. The cost of this activity is $64.
2:00 p.m. | Guests Board Motor Coach at Opryland Hotel |
2:15 p.m. | Guests Arrive at 5th Avenue South, Walking Tour Begins |
4:00 p.m. | Tour Concludes, Guests Board Motor Coach at 417 Broadway |
4:15 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Opryland Hotel |
Private Old Town Trolley Historical Tour | 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. | $95
Join peers on a private iconic Old Town trolley to take in the historic 13-mile loop of Nashville. This comprehensive, fully narrated tour will not only give you the history of Nashville greats such as Dolly and Porter, Willie and Waylon, it will give you an historic perspective that starts with the cave-dwelling fur traders. From the first hunter-gather tracking game along the Cumberland to the last musician to step off a bus with nothing but a guitar and a dream, Nashville has been a draw for those with extraordinary talent and courage. They’ve all had a hand in making this city the rich, vibrant place you’ve come to experience. Climb aboard and let us tell you all about it. The cost of this activity is $95.
2:30 p.m. | Guests Board Trolley at Opryland Hotel |
4:30 p.m. | Tour Concludes, Guests Arrive at Opryland Hotel |
Behind the Scenes Tour: Opryland Hotel Horticultural Tour | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. | $15
Immerse yourself in the nine acres of lush gardens and landscaping in the Gaylord Opryland Hotel atriums. During this behind-the-scenes walking tour, a licensed horticulturist will identify the numerous species of trees, shrubs, and perennials in the hotel and share some trade secrets. The cost of this activity is $15.
2:00 p.m. | Guests Meet in the Magnolia Lobby at the Opryland Hotel |
3:30 p.m. | Tour Concludes |
General Jackson Showboat Dinner Cruise | 6:00 – 10:15 p.m. | $142
While rollin' down the Cumberland River, you'll enjoy stunning views, a delicious Southern-style buffet meal, and toe-tapping entertainment in a two-story Victorian Theater reminiscent of the opulence of the American Victorian era. The show, “Music City Nights,” tells the story of the famous Nashville nightlife and features a live band, six rising stars, dazzling choreography, and stunning costumes. This non-stop music spectacular is a grand way to experience Music City. The cost of this activity is $142.
6:00 p.m. | Guests Board Motor Coach at Opryland Hotel |
6:15 p.m. | Arrive and Board Boat |
10:00 p.m. | Boat Docks, Guests Board Motor Coach |
10:15 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Opryland Hotel |
Behind the Scenes Tour: Opryland Hotel Horticultural Tour | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. | $15
Immerse yourself in the nine acres of lush gardens and landscaping in the Gaylord Opryland Hotel atriums. During this behind-the-scenes walking tour, a licensed horticulturist will identify the numerous species of trees, shrubs, and perennials in the hotel and share some trade secrets. The cost of this activity is $15.
2:00 p.m. | Guests Meet in the Magnolia Lobby at the Opryland Hotel |
3:30 p.m. | Tour Concludes |
A Night of Country Music on Broadway | 6:00 – 11:00 p.m. | $65
From its very beginnings, Nashville grew from a foundation built on music. It has been the common thread connecting the life and soul of the city and its people. A trip to Nashville wouldn’t be complete without experiencing some of the famous bars and music clubs located on Broadway. Clubs such as Tootsie’s, Ole Red, and Legends Corner are just a few that come to mind. Attendees will be transported to three clubs to take in some great country music at these iconic places. Drinks and food are at the expense of each individual. The cost of this activity is $65 and includes transportation and club reservations.
6:00 p.m. | Guests Board Motor Coach at Opryland Hotel |
6:30 p.m. | Guests Arrive at First Club |
7:30 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Second Club |
9:00 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Third Club |
10:30 p.m. | Guests Board Motor Coach |
11:00 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Opryland Hotel |
Nashville Ghost Tour | 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. | $55
Despite Nashville’s fun nightlife and reputation as a music mecca, do not be surprised if this tour changes how you view the city. When you hear about the twisted tales of the macabre that lurk just behind the neon facade of Music City, this walking tour will put you on edge. Nashville’s ghosts avoid the same old tourist trap destinations and dive deep into the dark past of Nashville. The carefully curated set of locations deliver the most compelling and fascinating historical ghost stories that will satisfy your interest in the wonderful past of Nashville. This evening of phenomenon and fun is a chance to travel back to another era to see if ghosts really do exist. The cost of this activity is $55.
7:30 p.m. | Guests Board Motor Coach at Opryland Hotel |
8:00 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Skull’s Rainbow Room, Walking Tour Begins |
9:00 p.m. | Tour Concludes, Guests Board Motor Coach at 222 Printers Alley |
9:30 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Opryland Hotel |
Hey Y’all Distillery Crawl | 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. | $110
Get ready for a two-distillery tour and tasting of spirts such as whiskey, bourbon, vodka, and craft beer. This private tour will visit Pennington Distilling Company and Corsair Distillery. At each stop, guests will have the opportunity to spend time touring, tasting, and shopping. Facility tours include a close look at Prohibition-style pot still, condensing still, fermentation vessels, mash cooker, and small-batch craft brewery. You'll learn about the history of each distillery and the basics of distillation and brewing. The cost of this activity is $110.
1:00 p.m. | Guests Board Motor Coach at Opryland Hotel |
1:30 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Pennington Distillery |
3:00 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Corsair Distillery |
5:00 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Opryland Hotel |
Belle Meade Mansion Tour and Bourbon Tasting | 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. | $125
A sanctuary of Southern hospitality, the 1853 Greek Revival Belle Meade Mansion and winery is steeped in history. This guided tour is told through the eyes of the Harding and Jackson families and the skilled laborers who collectively worked to make this America's premier thoroughbred horse farm. After a 45-minute tour, you will enjoy a private tasting of the famed Belle Meade bourbon before taking some time to explore the grounds and winery, where you can take part in a complimentary wine tasting. The cost of this activity is $125.
1:00 p.m. | Guests Board Motor Coach at Opryland Hotel |
1:30 p.m. | Arrival, Belle Meade Mansion |
1:45 p.m. | Guided Tour of the Belle Meade Mansion |
2:30 p.m. | Bourbon Tasting |
3:30 p.m. | Wine Tasting in the Belle Meade Winery, Free Time |
4:15 p.m. | Depart, Belle Meade Mansion |
5:00 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Opryland Hotel |
Famous Footsteps Nashville Walking Tour| 2:00 – 4:15 p.m. | $64
The best way to experience Nashville is on foot with a local songwriter, Kaysie Young. Join Kaysie on this 10-block walking tour to learn about the historical city of Nashville and the people who helped make it Music City. Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, Dolly Parton, Keith Urban, Elvis Presley, Willie Nelson, and Tom Ryman are just a few of the people who have made their marks on this town. This downtown walking tour is a great way to get oriented with and fall in love with Nashville. The cost of this activity is $64.
1:00 p.m. | Guests Board Motor Coach at Opryland Hotel |
2:15 p.m. | Guests Arrive at 5th Avenue South, Walking Tour Begins |
3:00 p.m. | Tour Concludes, Guests Board Motor Coach at 417 Broadway |
3:15 p.m. | Guests Arrive at Opryland Hotel |