Traffic alert: Preds playoff game, Morgan Wallen concert to bring thousands to downtown Nashville

Portugal. The Man is also performing at the Ryman Auditorium, and the Nashville Sounds are at home against the Norfolk Tides.
It's a busy night in downtown Nashville with Morgan Wallen performing at Nissan Stadium and the Predators hosting Game 6 of the Stanley Cup playoffs.
By Caleb WethingtonPublished: May. 2, 2024 at 5:39 PM CDT|Updated: May. 3, 2024 at 4:43 AM CDTEmail This LinkShare on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedIn

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Metro Nashville police is urging the public to arrive extra early if you’re attending events or plan on being downtown Friday night.

With the Morgan Wallen concert and Nashville Predators playoff game, police expect thousands, upon thousands of people around the area.

Previous Coverage:
Traffic woes expected around Nissan Stadium as events ramp up; construction continuesMore congestion is expected around Nissan Stadium. Officials urge you to prepare now

DETOUR: Effective May 2-4, routes 4, 14, 23, 41, & 56 will detour due to the Morgan Wallen concert at Nissan Stadium.

— WeGo Public Transit (@WeGoTransit) May 2, 2024

“Some 50,000 concert goers are expected at Nissan Stadium for night two of the Morgan Wallen concert that begins at 6 p.m.,” police said.

Playoff hockey and a major concert are expected to create major traffic issues around downtown...
Playoff hockey and a major concert are expected to create major traffic issues around downtown Nashville on Friday night.(NDOT)

“The Woodland Street Bridge will close to vehicle traffic around 5 p.m. and will then be available to only pedestrians and WeGo buses. Parking on the Nissan Stadium campus is by presold permit only. Those without a parking pass are encouraged to make their parking plan now, or take a rideshare service.”

Hockey fans should expect heavy traffic around Bridgestone Arena by late afternoon for the 6 p.m. puck drop.

“Other events in the downtown area Friday evening include the 8 p.m. Portugal. The Man concert at the Ryman Auditorium, and the Nashville Sounds 6:35 p.m. game vs. Norfolk at First Horizon Park,” MNPD said.

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