For those that are newer Nashville residents, or normally travel over the Fourth, here’s a public service announcement: Nashville does not mess around with the Fourth of July. Rumor has it, the fireworks display is the largest in the country. Other sources say we are second only to New York City’s display. Whatever the ranking may be, we can tell you Nashville takes the holiday seriously, and so should you… and by serious, we mean plan ahead to get the maximum out of your day!

THE RUNDOWN

This years 4th of July lands on a Tuesday, with a day full of festivities building up to Downtown’s “Let Freedom Sing” fireworks show. Starting at noon, Ascend Amphitheater and The Green at Riverfront have free concerts with a lineup starring Chris Young,