February 18, 2018
October 27, 2018
Nashville, TN
Bicentennial Mall State Park
Race 13.1 is returning to Music City for the fourth Halloween-themed Race 13.1 Nashville half marathon, 10k, and Best Buddies 5k! Whether you’re a long distance, competitive, or recreational runner… there’s something for everyone!
January 27, 2018
November 2, 2018
Nashville, TN
Rocketown
Nashville Champion of the Year is an annual 10-week fundraising competition organized by the Best Buddies’ Tennessee staff and featuring a select group of individuals, professionals, and prominent community leaders.
January 12, 2018
November 16, 2018
Memphis, TN
FedEx Event Center
Memphis Champion of the Year is an annual 10-week fundraising competition organized by the Best Buddies’ Tennessee staff and featuring a select group of individuals, professionals, and prominent community leaders.
Past Events
June 27, 2018
July 10, 2018
Nashville, TN
Bluebird Café
You won’t want to miss seeing the amazing songwriters we have lined up for Writers in the Round at the legendary Bluebird Café on Tuesday, July 10th.
June 27, 2018
August 26, 2018
Nashville, TN
Wildhorse Saloon
Grab your boots and dosey doe to the Wildhorse Saloon! Join us on Sunday, August 26th to kick off the 2018 Best Buddies Friendship Walk!
June 27, 2018
September 13, 2018
Nashville, TN
Franklin Theatre
Join us for an intimate songwriters showcase LIVE at the legendary Franklin Theatre on Thursday, September 13th. This will be a memorable evening in support of an amazing cause.
March 1, 2018
October 7, 2018
Nashville, TN
Music City Walk of Fame Park
Join us at the Best Buddies Friendship Walk, the number one walk in the country raising awareness and funds to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
February 20, 2018
October 12, 2018
Franklin, TN
The Barn at Chavis
Join us for a hockey-themed murder mystery show where guests will enjoy an evening full of fun, food, drinks, and a chance to meet some Predators players and personalities.
February 9, 2018
April 22, 2018
Memphis, TN
Shelby Farms
Join us at the Best Buddies Friendship Walk, the number one walk in the country raising awareness and funds to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The walk plays a key role in funding Best Buddies programs dedicated to one-to-one friendships, leadership development, and integrated job opportunities for individuals with IDD.
December 2, 2017
February 16, 2018
Nashville, TN
Bridgestone Arena
Best Buddies Prom… it’s kind of a big deal. It’s the day that Buddy Pairs look forward to all year long – and for good reason. It’s an enormous party where every single guest gets the five-star treatment!
December 1, 2017
February 24, 2018
Germantown, TN
The Great Hall
Best Buddies Prom… it’s the day that Buddy Pairs look forward to all year long – an enormous party where every single guest gets the five-star treatment! It’s a snapshot of true friendships between individuals of all abilities. And once the party’s over, the friendships last forever.
October 13, 2017
November 2, 2017
Franklin Theatre
Nashville, TN
Join us for an intimate songwriters showcase featuring Hall of Fame songwriter/producer Desmond Child and the iconic Blues artist, Keb’ Mo’, with a special guest appearance by the incomparable, Amy Grant, and more!
June 6, 2017
August 25, 2017
Cordova, TN
FedEx Event Center
Come sail away with us on August 25th for the 2017 Best Buddies Gala & Casino, presented by Jim Keras Subaru. This year we are celebrating the best kind of ship-Friendship! As one of our most anticipated events, more than 300 guests and faithful Best Buddies supporters will fill the luxurious Fed Ex Event Center for an evening full of food, drinks, and fun.
June 5, 2017
August 27, 2017
Wildhorse Saloon
Nashville, TN
Join us for our annual Best Buddies Friendship Walk Kick-Off Party! Grab your boots and do-si-do on over to the Wildhorse Saloon as we get ready to countdown to our 2017 Best Buddies Friendship Walk in Nashville.
June 5, 2017
September 2, 2017
Nashville, TN
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
Whether you’re a long distance, competitive, or recreational runner… there’s something for everyone! Whichever race you choose to run (or walk!), you’ll be alongside us promoting social inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities.
June 1, 2017
November 10, 2017
Rocketown
Nashville, TN
Nashville Champion of the Year presented by Puckett’s Grocery & Restaurant and Lipscomb University College of Business is an annual eight-week fundraising competition organized by the Best Buddies’ Tennessee staff and Junior Advisory Board, featuring a select group of individuals, professionals and leaders prominent in the Nashville community.
March 6, 2017
March 9, 2018
Nashville, TN
Omni Nashville Hotel
Join us on Friday, March 9 for the 2018 Best Buddies Gala & Casino – one of Nashville’s most anticipated events, more than 500 guests, artists, athletes, coaches, legends, and faithful Best Buddies supporters.
September 6, 2016
November 12, 2016
Memphis, TN
FedEx Event Center
Cue the confetti – it’s time for the 2016 Best Buddies Gala & Casino! Asone of Memphis’ most anticipated events, more than 300 guests will fill the luxurious brand new Fed Ex Event Center at Shelby Farms for an evening of food, drinks, and fun. Attendees will have the opportunity to try their hand at the tables, bid on fabulous silent auction items, and hear how friendship is transforming our communities.
February 9, 2016
February 28, 2016 | Cordova, TN
Woodland Hills Event Center
Best Buddies Prom… it’s kind of a big deal. It’s the day that every Buddy Pair across Tennessee looks forward to all year long – and for good reason. It’s an enormous party where every single guest gets the five-star treatment!
December 1, 2015
September 9, 2016
Memphis, TN
Delta Fair & Music Festival
The “I Am Beautiful” pageant is a fundraiser for the Best Buddies office located in Memphis, Tennessee. This pageant gives contestants with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to shine and show the audience how beautiful they are. The pageant is open to all ages. Every participant will win a title.