Cowboy hats turn Broadway into a game. This Nashville Cowboy Pub Crawl turns the Broadway Strip into a themed night with a fake-cowboy guide, and the energy is anchored by activities like hat-hunting, street dancing, and bar games.

I love the start-of-tour cowboy hat setup where you pick from five sizes and colors, so your group looks like a real posse fast. I also like the built-in fun that pairs 50% off Moonshine, beers, shots, and cocktails with a trivia competition that has prizes.

One heads-up: the line dancing is more of a quick outdoor lesson than a full-on traditional routine, so plan your expectations accordingly if you’re a die-hard dancer.

Key things to know before you go

• Pick your cowboy hat from five sizes and colors when you arrive
• Street line dancing with your guide (quick lesson, not a full class)
• Trivia with prizes that keeps momentum between drinks
• 50% off drinks including Moonshine, beers, shots, and cocktails
• Half-price mechanical bull riding during the crawl
• Free Nashville hot chicken sandwich at a Broadway stop

Why This Nashville Cowboy Pub Crawl Works on Broadway

Broadway in Nashville can feel like a nonstop blur of neon and noise. This tour gives that chaos a structure, so you know what you’re doing for most of the night and you’re not just drifting from bar to bar.

The vibe is clearly staged around fun you can participate in. You start dressed for the theme, get pulled into group activities, and keep moving with short challenges like trivia and dancing. It’s the kind of group outing where the guide helps your night feel like a shared event, not a random collection of drink orders.

Cowboy Hat First: Making You Look Like Part of the Posse

The best trick here is also the simplest: you choose your cowboy hat up front. You get to pick from five different sizes and colors, which matters more than it sounds. When everyone gets kitted out, it boosts the party feel right away, and you blend in with the theme without having to shop for anything beforehand.

Practical note: you’ll be walking and playing along the way, so wearing something that fits matters. If you’re between sizes, pick the one that feels secure. A hat that’s too loose can become a distraction when you’re dancing or taking photos.

Line Dancing and Trivia: How the Tour Keeps You Busy

This isn’t just a “follow the guide” bar crawl. You’re doing a couple of group activities along the way, led by your cowboy guide, Jimmy, who brings humor and crowd energy.

The line dancing part (and what it really means)

You’ll get group line dancing fun from your guide. The lesson is quick and street-based, with an outdoor move you can learn without needing previous experience. It’s a good fit if you want laughs, not if you’re hoping for a long, choreographed routine.

The trivia competition with prizes

Trivia is built into the crawl so you always have something to focus on besides where to sit. The format is set up for teams, and there are prizes for the winning group. It also encourages you to talk to people you might not have met otherwise, especially if you’re traveling solo or in a mixed-age group.

If you like friendly competition, this is one of the best parts of the whole experience. It turns Broadway into a giant game night rather than a series of stalls.

The Drink Deal That Changes the Math of the Night

The headline benefit is the drink discount: 50% off Moonshine, beers, shots, and cocktails. That matters because Broadway drinks can add up fast, and this tour builds in a way to keep costs under control while still letting you sample the flavors Nashville is known for.

What I like about this structure is the balance. You’re not required to chug your way through. You’re getting a discount that makes it easier to order a couple of different things, and you can pace yourself since the tour runs about 2 hours 15 minutes.

Also, the drinks aren’t just an add-on. They fit the rhythm of the tour: you’ll be moving between activities, and the discounts give you permission to treat the night like a real pub crawl, not a watered-down “experience tax.”

Gratuity isn’t included, so factor in tip decisions as you go.

Mechanical Bull at Half Price: The Most Goofy Credential

If you want one moment that’s memorable even if you’re not a Nashville nightlife person, it’s the mechanical bull riding discount. The tour offers half-priced mechanical bull riding during the crawl.

This is the kind of activity where you learn quickly whether you’re brave, lucky, or both. Even if you don’t ride, watching others go at it tends to pull the group together. It’s also a good photo moment, and it’s one of those “we did it” memories that’s easier to talk about later than another drink stop.

One practical thought: mechanical bull rides can be physically awkward. You don’t need special athletic training, but do expect some impact and balance work. Wear shoes that give you grip, and if you have any mobility concerns, you can decide how much you want to take part in.

The Free Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich Stop

You also get a free Nashville hot chicken sandwich at a Broadway restaurant stop on the route. This is a smart inclusion because it gives you real food during a night built around drinks.

Hot chicken can be spicy, and the “hot” level isn’t always predictable from restaurant to restaurant. If you’re sensitive to heat, you’ll want to pace your bites and keep water nearby. If you handle spice well, it’s a satisfying mid-tour reset that helps you enjoy the rest of the crawl.

Price, Timing, Group Size, and Where You Start

This tour costs $60 per person and usually gets booked about 45 days in advance. That pricing lands in the “worth it if you’ll use the deals” category. With the built-in discounts on drinks and half-price mechanical bull, the tour tends to pay off best if you plan to actually order from the discounted menu rather than just have one drink.

Duration is about 2 hours 15 minutes, and it ends back at the start point. The meeting location is Big Machine Brewery & Distillery, 122 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201. The tour uses a mobile ticket, and it runs with a maximum of 25 travelers, which keeps it from feeling like a cattle line.

Getting there and walking around

It’s near public transportation, which helps. You should also be ready for stairs, since the tour notes that you need to be able to go up and down stairs during the experience.

Weather matters

This experience requires good weather. If weather turns poor, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund, so don’t book it as your one-and-only plan on a day with heavy rain in the forecast.

Who Should Book This Cowboy Pub Crawl (and Who Might Skip It)

This tour is a great fit if you want a guided way to enjoy Nashville’s Broadway Strip without overthinking it. It’s also a strong choice for groups, birthdays, or mixed travel parties who want structured fun with a little friendly competition.

It’s less ideal if you’re looking for a traditional dance experience. The line dancing is quick, outdoors, and meant to get everyone participating, not to teach a detailed choreography routine.

If you don’t care about trivia, dancing, or mechanical bull riding, you might feel like you’re paying mainly for the drink discount. On the other hand, if you’re the type who likes game-like nightlife and a guide that keeps things moving, the format is built for you.

Should You Book the Cowboy Pub Crawl Nashville?

I’d book it if you check several boxes: you want Broadway energy with structure, you’ll use the 50% off drinks, and you like the idea of doing one goofy, high-memories activity like mechanical bull. Add the free hot chicken and the hat-on-arrival start, and you’ve got an outing that feels like a real night out with a theme, not just transportation between bars.

If you’re picky about line dancing being traditional or long, adjust your expectations before you go. And if stairs or weather are concerns for you, plan around that.

Bottom line: for a $60 ticket, it offers enough included fun that you can’t help but feel like you’re part of the party.

FAQ

What’s included in the Cowboy Pub Crawl?

The tour includes a line dancing lesson, a trivia competition with prizes, discounted drinks (50% off Moonshine, beers, shots, and cocktails), half-priced mechanical bull riding, cowboy hats to choose from on arrival, and a free Nashville hot chicken sandwich.

Does the $60 price include drinks?

No. Drinks are discounted during the tour at 50% off for Moonshine, beers, shots, and cocktails, but the tour price does not say that drinks are fully included.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts at Big Machine Brewery & Distillery, 122 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201, and it ends back at the meeting point.

How long is the tour?

The duration is about 2 hours 15 minutes.

Do I get a cowboy hat?

Yes. You can choose from five sizes and colors when you arrive.

Is mechanical bull riding included?

Mechanical bull riding is not fully included, but it is offered at half price during the tour.

What happens if the weather is bad or I need to cancel?

The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.