Music fans in Chatham-Kent will get a chance to experience Nashville’s renowned songwriting culture up close this fall as part of The Nashville Takeover 2026 tour. The event is scheduled for September 25 to 27, bringing a weekend of multi-venue performances to the region.
Local venues, including breweries, patios, cafés, restaurants, and other secret spaces, will transform into intimate listening rooms and showcases. Performances feature a mix of established artists, breakout performers, and top songwriters from Canada and Nashville. All acts are kept as a surprise, offering “the closest thing to experiencing the essence of Nashville’s creative ecosystem without booking a flight.”
“Live music is usually found at stadium shows and big festivals, often with long lines and steep ticket costs. We started The Nashville Takeover to give smaller communities something different: in-the-room moments with artists and songwriters from Canada and beyond,” said Scotty James, Founder of The Nashville Takeover. “What began in two towns last summer has grown into 13 this year. We’re excited to bring Canadian music fans a true backstage concert experience unlike anything else happening in the national music scene right now.”
Tickets for the Chatham-Kent weekend are on sale now at thenashvilletakeover.ca, with full weekend passes starting at $99. Full schedules and venue details will be shared with ticket holders ahead of the event.
The Nashville Takeover is presented by Backyard Music Co. and is designed to give fans an immersive, story-driven experience with the artists behind the music, all in local community spaces.
