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Public Conduct in Nashville, TN (2026)

2 verified public conduct rules for Nashville, Tennessee, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Loud Party Ordinance

Nashville Metro Police can cite hosts of loud or disorderly parties under Metro noise code 13.20 and Tennessee disorderly conduct statute TCA 39-17-305, with escalating fines and short-term rental owner liability for repeat violations.

Loud Party and Disorderly House

Some Restrictions

Public Alcohol Use

Open containers of alcohol are prohibited on Nashville public streets and sidewalks except within designated entertainment districts and special-event boundaries, with Lower Broadway honky-tonks held to strict door-control rules.

Public Drinking and Tootsie's Rules

Some Restrictions

Looking for Davidson County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Nashville city rules.

Public Conduct in Davidson County