World Bass Enterprises
The Insider’s Guide
A note before you arrive
Welcome to Nashville
Sixty anglers earned their place on Old Hickory Lake. This week, we hope you and your family feel just as celebrated.
Welcome to Nashville, and welcome to The Champions.
We are so grateful you're here. The anglers may be the ones on the water, but this week wouldn't be what it is without the families, partners and loved ones who stand behind them every step of the way.
You are a very special part of this event, so we put together this guide to make your stay as easy and enjoyable as possible. Inside you'll find everything happening around the tournament, along with our favorite places to shop, unwind, get glammed up and explore the city with your family.
This week is one of a kind, and so are you. If there is anything at all we can do for you, simply reach out to our team. Consider us your personal concierge for the week.
With warmest regards,
The Champions Hospitality Team
The Week at a Glance
Four days of competition, concerts and celebration.
- Angler transport to boatsGaylord Opryland · Magnolia CanopyAnglers
- Expo PreviewGaylord Opryland · Ryman A1 + A2Media, sponsors + VIP guestsAnglers + guest
- Opening CeremonyGaylord Opryland · Ryman B4 + B5Media, sponsors + VIP guestsAnglers + guest
Wednesday’s festivities are reserved for anglers and their guests; little ones are welcome at the lake and the Expo all week.
- Angler pickupGaylord Opryland · Magnolia CanopyAnglers
- Prayer + Salute to AmericaSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- Shotgun start · 1st flightSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- Shotgun start · 2nd flightSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- All Outdoors ExpoGaylord Opryland · Ryman A1 + A2All ages welcome
- Check-in · 1st and 2nd flightsSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- Weigh-inSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- Angler pickupGaylord Opryland · Magnolia CanopyAnglers
- Prayer + Salute to AmericaSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- Shotgun start · 1st flightSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- Shotgun start · 2nd flightSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- All Outdoors ExpoGaylord Opryland · Ryman A1 + A2All ages welcome
- Check-in · 1st and 2nd flightsSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- Weigh-inSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- WBE Concert 250 · doors openThe PinnacleSponsors + VIP concert package holdersAges 15+
- Riley Green + Randy Houser in concertThe PinnacleSponsors + VIP concert package holdersAges 15+
- Angler pickupGaylord Opryland · Magnolia CanopyAnglers
- Prayer + Salute to AmericaSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- Shotgun startSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- All Outdoors Expo · final dayGaylord Opryland · Ryman A1 + A2All ages welcome
- Check-inSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- Weigh-in + fireworksSanders Ferry ParkAll ages welcome
- Cocktail receptionGaylord Opryland · Volunteer LobbyMedia, sponsors + VIP guests
- Champions DinnerGaylord Opryland · Volunteer BallroomMedia, sponsors + VIP guests
- Pro-Am angler check-inSanders Ferry ParkMedia + VIP guests
- Pro-Am startSanders Ferry ParkMedia + VIP guests
- Check-inSanders Ferry ParkMedia + VIP guests
- Pro-Am weigh-inSanders Ferry ParkMedia + VIP guests
- Event completeSanders Ferry Park
Download the official WBE app for the live schedule, venue maps and real-time updates.
Where to Be
Gaylord Opryland
2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN 37214Home base for the week: the Opening Ceremony, the Champions Dinner and the 150,000-square-foot All Outdoors Expo, October 29 – 31. The Expo welcomes all ages.
Visit websiteOld Hickory Lake
Launch + weigh-in at Sanders Ferry ParkThree days of competition. All ages welcome.
Sanders Ferry Park
318 Sanders Ferry Rd, Hendersonville, TN 37075Every morning's shotgun start and every afternoon's weigh-in, plus kids' fishing, a petting zoo, food trucks, a beer garden and four bands a day. All ages welcome.
The Pinnacle
910 Exchange Ln, Nashville, TN 37203Riley Green and Randy Houser take the stage on October 30. Ages 15 and up.
Visit websiteYour Hotel
Amenities, dining and the little things worth knowing during your stay.
Relâche Spa
Gaylord Opryland’s European-inspired retreat, right inside the resort. Choose from massages, facials, body treatments and salon services, then linger in the steam room, sauna or relaxation lounge. Tournament week fills quickly, so we recommend booking ahead.
- Where
- Inside Gaylord Opryland Resort
- Hours
- Open daily
- Call
- (615) 458-1772
Dining at the Resort
From a steakhouse dinner to a quick coffee before the morning launch, Gaylord Opryland has something for every moment of the week.
Restaurants
- Old Hickory SteakhousePremium steaks, cheeses and an extensive wine list. Dinner, business casual
- RavelloSeasonal Italian and house-made pastas in a garden setting. Dinner
- Cascades American CafeSouthern-leaning comfort food, plus sushi. Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Solario CantinaMexican cantina with margaritas and a tequila bar. Lunch and dinner
- DecibelsAmerican fare with patio seating. SoundWaves wristband required
- Delta MarketplaceBreakfast, salads, sandwiches and Starbucks, to go
- À la CarteIn-room dining, breakfast through dinner
Bars + lounges
- Foundry FieldhouseSports bar and taproom with pub fare and house-brewed lager
- The Falls Bar & LoungeHandcrafted cocktails overlooking the twin waterfalls
Coffee + sweet treats
- Conservatory CafeCoffee, pastries and grab-and-go breakfast
- Cocoa BeanStarbucks coffee and grab-and-go fare
- Quick bitesCinnabon, Auntie Anne’s, Paisano’s Pizzeria & Vino, Stax, Bravo Gelato and Carvel
Gaylord Springs Golf Links
A beautiful, challenging course set along the Cumberland River, just five minutes from Gaylord Opryland. Squeeze in a round, hit a bucket at the driving range or stop for lunch at the Honors Grill.
Reserve a tee time
Family Activities
You never have to leave the resort to keep the whole family entertained. Here are a few favorites under the glass atriums.
- Delta Riverboat RidesA guided boat ride through the 4.5-acre indoor garden. Tickets required
- SoundWavesFour acres of indoor and outdoor water park, with slides and a lazy river. Experience package required
- Horticulture TrekA self-guided stroll through nine acres of gardens and waterfalls under glass
- Atrium Light ShowsLight and music shows nightly at 7:00 and 9:00 PM
- Wildlife Rescue ARA free scavenger hunt for 12 hidden animals, played on your phone
- PoolsCascades indoor pool and hot tub, plus the outdoor pool
Glam Outside Your Hotel
Hair, makeup, nails and spa, ready for the weekend.
Drybar
The go-to for a perfect blowout and a fresh face of makeup. Drop in for a polished finish before the concert, the Champions Dinner or a night out in Music City.
View services + book
Blowout Co.
A Nashville favorite in the heart of the Gulch for blowouts, updos and full makeup, with braids and ponytails as add-ons. Little ones 10 and under can book a Belles blowout or style of their own.
View services + book
Oxana
A full-service salon for custom color, cuts and styling, same-day extensions and nourishing treatments, plus the Oxana Headspa for a relaxing scalp ritual. Free parking right out front.
View services + bookGlam They Come to You
Hair and makeup artists who come straight to your hotel room, so you can get ready without ever leaving the resort.
Glam Up
Nashville’s on-demand glam team brings their signature Pink Carpet Experience to your room. Perfect for getting the girls ready together before the concert or the Champions Dinner, with spray tans and glitter available too.
Book on demand Visit website
Glamsquad
Licensed hair, makeup and nail pros who come to you. Book a blowout, braids or an updo, a full face of makeup or a fresh manicure, all from the comfort of your hotel room.
Book nowSpray Tans They Come to You
On-demand spray tans brought right to your hotel room, for a sun-kissed glow before the big weekend.
On the Glow Nashville
A mobile spray tan service that sets up in your room with everything they need. Book a session the day before the concert or the Champions Dinner so your glow has time to develop.
Book a spray tanThe Champions Dinner
An evening to celebrate the week, the anglers and the families behind them.
Gaylord Opryland Resort
Attire
Nashville Chic
Dress for an evening out with a touch of Nashville. Think chic dresses, tailored separates, and your favorite boots or heels. Western accents are welcome, but optional.
Inspiration for her
Inspiration for him
Bringing children?
Please let us know if you have children who plan to attend the Champions Dinner, and how many.
wbeanglers@gwcg.comShop
Nashville-area boutiques, shopping destinations and local makers.
Fifth + Broadway
5036 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203Downtown’s destination for shopping, 30+ restaurants and live music, steps from Lower Broadway.
Visit websiteOpry Mills
433 Opry Mills Dr, Nashville, TN 37214Outlet shopping, restaurants and a movie theater, right next door to Gaylord Opryland.
Visit website12South
12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37204A walkable neighborhood of local boutiques, cafés and colorful murals, perfect for an afternoon stroll.
Visit websiteThe Mall at Green Hills
2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville, TN 37215Nashville’s upscale shopping address, home to Nordstrom, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci, Tiffany & Co. and more.
Visit websiteFor the Family
Activities for little ones and the whole crew.
A selection of family-friendly attractions near Gaylord Opryland and around Nashville. Distances are from the resort.
Near Gaylord Opryland
Opry Mills
433 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville, TN 37214Build-A-Bear Workshop, Regal Cinemas, Slick City Action Park, Cosmic Mini Golf and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, plus shopping and dining.
Visit websiteGrand Ole Opry
600 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville, TN 37214Take a backstage tour, explore the plaza or catch a legendary country music show.
Shows Tuesday–Sunday at 7:00 PM. Backstage tours run every 15 minutes, 9:30 AM–4:00 PM, and last about 50 minutes. Box office open daily, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.
Visit websiteDave & Buster's
540 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville, TN 37214Hundreds of arcade games and great food, with fun for kids, teens and adults.
Visit websiteGeneral Jackson Showboat
2812 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN 37214One of Nashville's iconic paddlewheel riverboats, with sightseeing cruises, dining and live entertainment.
Visit websiteK1 Speed Nashville
404 Davidson Street, Nashville, TN 37213Indoor electric go-kart racing and arcade games, for a little friendly family competition.
Visit websiteDowntown + around Nashville
Ryman Auditorium
116 Rep. John Lewis Way North, Nashville, TN 37219Tour one of Nashville's most celebrated music venues, with exhibits, backstage spaces and more than 130 years of history.
Daytime tours typically run daily, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM. Box office open daily, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM.
Visit websiteCountry Music Hall of Fame & Museum
222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203Discover the history of country music and visit the Taylor Swift Education Center, with family-friendly interactive exhibits.
Visit websiteNashville Zoo
3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211One of Tennessee's top family attractions, with hundreds of animals, playgrounds and interactive exhibits.
Visit websiteAdventure Science Center
800 Fort Negley Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37203Hands-on exhibits, space exploration and STEM activities for all ages.
Tip: check Local Deals in the official WBE app for a discount before you go.
Visit websiteTopgolf Nashville
500 Cowan Street, Nashville, TN 37207Climate-controlled hitting bays, food, drinks and games for every skill level.
Visit websiteBrooklyn Bowl Nashville
925 3rd Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37201Bowling, live music, a full-service restaurant and an outdoor patio.
Visit websitePuttshack Nashville
138 12th Avenue N, Nashville, TN 37203Modern indoor mini golf with automated scoring, interactive holes and food. Great for older kids and teens.
Visit websiteWe’ll See You at the Lake
However you spend your week, whether it’s front row at the weigh-in, an afternoon in 12South or a quiet morning at the spa, we hope Nashville feels like home.
Thank you for being part of The Champions.
Download the official WBE app for the live schedule, venue maps and real-time updates all week.