“There are only two reasons people come to Nashville these days,” Megan said to me. “Bachelorette Parties and Work Conferences.” She and I had only just met — sitting on neighboring stools at the bar — but immediately I agreed...and laughed. As it turned out, she was visiting Nashville for a work conference.
Throughout the past decade, Music City has become more than just a small country music town. It’s now a major tourism hotspot and a popular professional destination as well.
Consider how major corporate conferences are increasingly hosting their events right here in Music City. Or how budding companies and large-scale corporations alike are planting roots in Nashville, opening big, shiny offices. There is no doubt our rapidly growing town continues to draw more and more attention as we get bigger and better.
And while Nashville has no shortage of bars and honky tonks ripe for an after-work happy hour, that may not be for everyone. We understand that you may want something a bit more substantive when it comes to engaging or impressing your colleagues. There’s no denying corporate team building activities in Nashville need to cater to all types, not just the thrillseekers!
Whether it’s a Nashville-specific team-building activity you’re seeking, you’re covered. Or, if you prefer a memorable opportunity to impress a prospective new client, no worries. Nashville has it all—it’s just about hunting for the perfect spot.
The following nine corporate team building activities in Nashville are the ones to beat. These unique local experiences will make lasting memories and build strong connections here in Music City. Join us as we uncover nine great Nashville activities for adults:
THE 9 BEST GROUP ACTIVITIES IN NASHVILLE FOR YOUR NEXT CORPORATE TEAM OUTING
1. Shake things up at Nashville’s Liquor Lab
Try your hand at becoming a bartender! Similar in style and structure to a cooking class, Nashville’s Liquor Lab offers cocktail-making classes for groups. You’ll get the chance to learn from some of Nashville’s most skilled bartenders firsthand. And soon, you’ll be able to shake, stir, strain, and ultimately sip some of their favorite, classic drinks.
Events can be hosted at your office or as a team outing to their laboratory in downtown Nashville. Either way, Liquor Lab promises to have you mixing up delicious drinks in no time.
Along with learning the mechanics of drink-making, guests will learn local cocktail history and recipe preparation techniques. They’ll even have the opportunity to win prizes!
This is one corporate team building activity in Nashville that is certainly more intimate and engaging team bonding experience than simply going to a bar. Learning how to create cocktails together will build connections and bring your team together. So, skip the traditional bar and instead embark on a team outing to the Liquor Lab!
2. Challenge your crew to solve the Escape Game
You work with your colleagues to solve puzzles every single day on the job. Why not mix things up by solving a puzzle of a different kind? The Escape Game is one of Nashville’s most popular team building excursions, designed to help with communication, collaboration, and uncovering individual strengths.
This engaging and invigorating experience can handle small teams of three to groups as large as 50. You likely won’t find more scalable and fun group activities in Nashville than The Escape Game!
Choose your room before you go to craft the perfect small or large group activities in Nashville. As a pro tip, we’ve heard the Prison Break room is particularly tough! This way, your engagement event is sure to be a hit.
Upon arrival, you and your team will be presented with your mission. Then, you’ll put your heads together to find the solution in...just 60 minutes!
There are countless themes to choose from. Whether it’s a priceless piece of artwork you need to uncover or a prison from which you must escape, you’ll all have to work together to find the solution! Team building is the easy part; getting out of the room is considerably tougher. Good luck!
3. Get a little local flavor with a private walking food tour
With so many fantastic restaurants to choose from, it can be a challenge to decide upon just one for your next corporate dinner. This is doubly true if you’re visiting from out of town and have a limited number of meals planned. So, instead of seeking out the best place to eat in Nashville, why not try a whole bunch of ‘em?
Walking food and drink tours appeal to food-lovers who want to try a wide variety of the city’s local flavors. But they also appeal to travel- and history-buffs too. Truly, when searching for fun activities in Nashville, a walking tour is a great way to cater to teams with diverse tastes.
A Little Local Flavor’s food and sightseeing tours allow you to see Music City through the lens of a native Nashvillian. On our tour, you’ll explore some of our city’s most significant neighborhoods and buildings. You’ll even learn of its storied history all along the way. Get out on the town and experience Music City like a local with A Little Local Flavor’s private group tours!
4. Blow off some steam while throwing axes
Sometimes, fun activities in Nashville take a slightly dangerous turn.
Instead of throwing your computer at the wall at the end of a long day, try your hand at throwing axes instead. The latest trend in league sports and team building, throwing axes is like throwing darts...but bigger. And sharper. (And funner).
BATL is Nashville’s first-ever axe-throwing arena, located in the heart of historic East Nashville. Teams of six are set up with a coach who shows them the ropes and the rules, and then players are given a sharp axe to haul at the wooden target on the wall. You and your crew will love the catharsis of this physical activity. Plus, it’s a great way to go head-to-head with your colleagues, bridal party, or family. All in a safe environment, of course. Give it a stab!
5. Pedal together around Music City
Over the past 14 years, Nashville’s infamous Pedal Taverns has become just about as ubiquitous as hot chicken and country music. As a human-powered bar-on-wheels, this is a sight to behold. Locals know it ain’t no secret why the Pedal Tavern has become one of Nashville’s top tourist attractions. It’s an absolute blast!
Hop on one of these bike bars and simply pedal, sip, and see Music City! Each individual pedal tavern can accommodate up to 15 riders. They are also each equipped with a cooler for storing your BYOB adult beverages. They even have an AV hookup so you can blare your latest favorite hits — country music or not — while you cruise around town.
Plus, with a large fleet of bike bars in their arsenal, they have the capability to book groups as large as 150. This means Pedal Taverns is perfect for your next corporate group outing.
6. Laugh it off at the Third Coast Comedy Club
They say that laughter is the best medicine. And after a long day of meetings or a big-deal presentation, Third Coast Comedy Club might be exactly what the doctor ordered.
Located in Nashville’s historic Marathon Village, Third Coast is the only brick-and-mortar comedy club in Nashville dedicated to improve comedy. Shows are available almost every night of the week, featuring castmates that have been trained all over the country (namely Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles). The club also features local comics and actors. In Nashville, it’s the best place to brighten your spirits.
Pro tip: they offer classes and workshops, giving you (and your team) the opportunity to take the stage. This offers a nice morale boost for your team while they layer on some new, fun public speaking skills.
Want to have a real laugh with Third Coast? Try booking a private class for the ultimate team building experience.
7. Get an inside peek at the music industry with Songbird Tours
Check out Nashville’s most intimate listening room while exploring Music City from the comfort of a 30-seat coach. Perfect for groups fascinated by the music industry or simply eager for an escape from loud, smoky bars, this is a more focused local live music experience. On Songbird Tours, you’ll listen to two local songwriters play their original songs from the comfort of a clean, air-conditioned bus.
The talent tells the stories behind their biggest hits. Guests will also get to see where such songs were born on the legendary Music Row. Between the accomplished entertainers, and the knowledgeable tour host, you’ll uncover the vibrant creative culture that makes Nashville, unlike any other city in the world.
8. Bake Biscuits with the Southern Belle Biscuit Company
When in the South, do as the southerners do: bake biscuits! Don your apron and head to hostess Maryann Byrd’s kitchen as she teaches you the art of southern biscuit baking. Her Southern Belle Biscuit Kitchen is the perfect place to experience southern baked goods firsthand. Groups can have some fun while learning about the southern culinary tradition.
This is a fun team building activity designed for groups who like to get their hands dirty.
Students will watch and learn from Maryann before breaking off into pairs to prepare their own southern biscuits and gravy. This experience gives your group the opportunity to work together and learn new skills while getting a real taste of Nashville. Come on and try it, y’all!
9. Hop on the big pink bus for The NashTrash Tour
Last on the list but most certainly not least, The NashTrash Tour is one of our absolute favorite Nashville attractions. Since 1997, Sherri Lynn and Brenda Kay Jugg have been leading roaring tours of Nashville aboard their bright-pink school bus. Offering song, dance, and an entire bus-full of laughs, this is an event to remember. The Jugg Sisters will dish the stories about Nashville’s country music legends, this town’s most storied institutions, and the legendary Music Row.
As you can imagine, the size of the party bus makes this a great example of large group activities in Nashville worth considering for a large team of colleagues.
Although bachelor and bachelorette parties are strictly prohibited, more buttoned-up affairs are fine. Corporate groups and private guided tours are welcome on this hilarious pink bus tour. With a lot of improv, a healthy dose of audience participation, and your own cooler of beer if you’d like (It’s BYOB, too!), you’ll become a part of what’s sure to be the most hilarious bus tour you’ve ever taken. All aboard!
DISCOVER MORE NASHVILLE ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS
Corporate team building activities in Nashville are only the tip of the iceberg of what our vibrant city has to offer. And A Little Local Flavor has all of the insights to make your outing truly special.
Our tours cover some of the hottest and best attractions and world-famous restaurants our city has to offer. All are designed to be one of the easiest and most fun group activities in Nashville.
Guests who book with us get access to our ear-to-the-ground approach to event booking, meaning you will get access to the hottest, newest attractions as we learn about them. Our local Nashvillians can plan truly unforgettable group activities in Nashville for you. Book a tour today!