Events

Have fun and change lives in your community

Second Harvest hosts several signature events throughout the year that offer opportunities for you to join us in fighting hunger in Middle and West Tennessee together with your community.

We also invite you to host your own benefit event! Whether you’re planning a barbecue, a 5k, or an anniversary celebration, any event you host can nourish your neighbors by raising money for Second Harvest.

Current and Upcoming Events

August 26 - October 31

News 2 Food 2 Families

Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee and News 2 WKRN-TV are teaming up once again for the News 2 Food 2 Families School Food Drive! Join us in the fight against hunger and show the next generation that they too can make a difference.

October 5

Tapestry

Join us for an unforgettable evening of honoring the past, celebrating the present, and envisioning the future of Second Harvest. Your presence will make a significant impact, helping to provide nutritious food to children, families, and seniors facing food insecurity. Enjoy community, inspiring stories, and live entertainment, all while making a tangible difference.

Annual Signature Events

Our signature events bring together our community to celebrate the work that has already been done to fight hunger in Middle and West Tennessee and raise funding for the work still to be done.

Stars for Second Harvest

Join us at the historic Ryman Auditorium for an incredible acoustic lineup from country music legends supporting Second Harvest.

Ode to Otha

Honoring the legacy of blues musician Otha Turner, this lively street party hosted by Bill Ramsey features live music from local artists, with proceeds benefiting Second Harvest.

Generous Helpings

A one-of-a-kind experience brings together Nashville’s favorite restaurants for a tasting showcase of some of the city’s best food, benefiting our grocery rescue program.

Chefs’ Dinner

This exclusive kickoff event for Generous Helpings is an elegant, chef-curated, multi-course meal with fine wines and signature cocktails, which also benefits our Food Rescue program.

Host an Event

Your next event could be life-changing – literally. When you host an approved community partnership event with Second Harvest, we provide varying levels of additional support and communications surrounding your event to help ensure its success. Contact Jack Stell below to get started.