Cheekwood Estate & Gardens in Nashville, Tennessee, will host the vibrant Indian festival Holi, known as the “Festival of Colors” and “Festival of Spring,” on March 22, 2025. This event is part of four multicultural celebrations at the estate throughout the year, aiming to introduce visitors to Indian culture.
Guests can partake in traditional activities such as receiving Henna tattoos and participating in color throwing, where brightly colored powders are thrown to symbolize various cultural meanings. The event will also offer hands-on activities for all ages, food from local vendors, and music and dance performances. Holi will take place amidst the blooming bulbs of Cheekwood in Bloom.
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Sam Patel, Chair of the Cheekwood Indian Advisory Committee, expressed excitement about the event, emphasizing its themes of joy, renewal, and togetherness. The festival promises to spread love, unity, and the triumph of good over adversity.
The schedule for the day includes hands-on activities, arts and goods vendors, food vendors, DJ performances, and dance performances. Activities are available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with color throwing sessions occurring at specific times throughout the day.
In addition to Holi, Cheekwood will host the Middle Tennessee Daffodil Show on March 22-23, showcasing horticulture, photography, and floral design. The gardens will continue to bloom until April 13 as part of Cheekwood in Bloom, featuring a stunning array of flowers and art installations.
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, a leading Country Place Era estate, is recognized for its botanical gardens, arboretum, and art museum. Located eight miles southwest of downtown Nashville, Cheekwood is open to the public with advance reservations required. More information can be found at cheekwood.org.
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