NASHVILLE CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A BYOB Trolley Through East Nashville’s Holiday Glow
A 2-hour, BYOB guided trolley tour that pairs 45 minutes of curated neighborhood light displays with a themed brewery stop and a downtown Christmas Tree photo moment—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
A BYOB Trolley Through East Nashville’s Holiday Glow.
Board a festively decorated trolley in East Nashville and let the city’s holiday lights, seasonal music, and themed stops set the evening’s pace. The Holiday Lights Public Tour combines a curated 45-minute drive through neighborhood displays, a brewery pop-up pint, and a downtown tree photo break for a compact, convivial outing that’s easy to join and hard to forget.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Curated East Nashville Lights from a Decorated Trolley
Sit back on a festively decorated trolley for 45 minutes of curated neighborhood light displays, accompanied by a holiday playlist, candy canes and bottled water—no driving, no route planning required.
A Themed Pint at the Home Alone Pop‑Up
The tour includes a stop at the East Nashville Home Alone pop-up inside East Nashville Beer Works where each guest receives one pint—an opportunity to relax, take themed photos, and enjoy a seasonal atmosphere.
Downtown Christmas Tree Photo Stop
A dedicated downtown stop at the Nashville Christmas Tree gives the group time for photos with friends and family—a classic holiday snapshot included in the itinerary.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
The two-hour tour moves at an easy, social pace: check in at the Donut Distillery, board a decorated trolley, and cruise East Nashville as lights blink past while a holiday playlist fills the cabin. Midway, the group disembarks for a pint at a themed brewery pop-up and later gathers downtown for a tree-side photo break before returning to the starting point.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this evening is for—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience lasts about 2 hours total, which includes approximately 45 minutes of holiday lights viewing.
This tour is BYOB: anything you bring must fit in a cooler small enough to fit under your seat; no glass is permitted. Bottled water will be available on board.
The tour begins and ends at Donut Distillery EAST NASHVILLE — 311 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206; check in there before departure.
Included on the tour: one pint at the Home Alone pop-up, candy canes, bottled water, photo ops and a special gift as part of the Holiday Lights experience.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is this tour 21+ and do I need an ID?
Yes. This tour is strictly 21+ and all guests must present a valid government-issued ID at check-in.
Can I bring my own drinks on the trolley?
Yes. BYOB is welcome. Guests may bring their own beverages on board but should enjoy responsibly; no food is allowed on the trolley and plan a safe ride home.
How long is the tour and what’s included?
The experience lasts about 2 hours and includes 45 minutes of holiday lights viewing, one pint at the Home Alone pop-up, a Christmas Tree photo stop, a special gift, photo ops, candy canes, and bottled water.
Do you run the tour in bad weather?
Yes. The trolley is enclosed and weather-protected and the tour runs rain or shine; photo stops and outdoor moments may be adjusted based on safety and weather conditions.
Where do I check in for the tour?
Check-in is at Donut Distillery EAST NASHVILLE — 311 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206.