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Nashville, Tenn. (Sept. 14, 2026) – The Nashville Predators will host PredsFest presented by Ticketmaster on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. CT on Broadway between Fifth and Sixth Avenue, and on Rep. John Lewis Way. The event will celebrate the return of Music City Hockey before the Predators’ preseason game vs. the Carolina Hurricanes at 2 p.m. CT. The event is FREE; no ticket is required.

The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a clear tote bag, courtesy of Ticketmaster. Fans can also look forward to appearances by Predators President of Hockey Operations/General Manager Chris MacFarland, a member of the 2026-27 team and Preds alumni.

Bridgestone Arena is celebrating 30 years in Smashville throughout 2026, and at PredsFest, Universal Crush will be playing fan favorites from three decades in Music City on the Corona Broadway Stage.

Additionally, PredsFest will feature a variety of giveaways, activations and entertainment for the whole family including:

  • Festival Zone with photo opportunities, exclusive Predators-branded Music City Mini Prints from a mini print vending machine, a Hatch Show Print bandana station and more
  • Kids Zone with the Preds & Pixels gaming experience, face painting, bracelet making station, Ford Ice Center activities and more
  • The Nissan Tailgate Zone with lawn games and a large TV screen to watch college football games
  • Food trucks and beverage tents from Preds partners Dr Pepper, Raising Cane’s and more

For more information, visit NashvillePredators.com/PredsFest.

Become Smashville Loyal today! Full, Half and Quarter Season Ticket plans are available for the 2026-27 Nashville Predators season presented by Regions Bank. For more information, please call 615-770-7800, visit SmashvilleLoyal.com or text PREDS to 833-453-2488 to begin receiving ticket offers directly to your phone.