Sister Cities of Nashville connects the people of Nashville to people of the world, promoting peace through mutual respect, understanding and cooperation - one person, one community at a time.
World of Friendship Tickets NOW ON SALE!
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Get Your Passport to the World!
Join Nashville’s globally-minded leaders, businesses, and community members for the 16th Annual World of Friendship on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at The Bedford. This signature international fundraiser celebrates Nashville’s 10 Sister Cities, immersing guests in the food, drink, music, and art of cultures from around the world — all in one unforgettable evening. Enjoy global cuisine, cultural performances, meaningful connections, and a lively Silent Auction (closing at 7:30 PM), while supporting programs that strengthen international relationships and cultural understanding in our community. Event Schedule 4.22.2026 Patron Party (Patron Ticket Only): 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM General Admission: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Tickets Patron Ticket – $250 Includes admission for two, early entry, a sake and sushi paring with locally-brewed Proper Sake AND Sushi-San! and special recognition General Admission – $100 Be part of an evening that celebrates global friendship — and helps build a more connected world. |
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Pre-order your Limited Edition Cherry Blossom T-shirt
Celebrate Nashville's amazing Cherry Blossom Festival and the special relationship our city has with friends in Kamakura, Japan. SCN is proud to again partner with local artist Stephanie O'Byrne on this year's t-shirt design which features the Great Buddha, an ancient landmark in Nashville's partner city Kamakura, Japan. Don’t miss out—secure your shirt today and get ready to celebrate in bloom! Proceeds support Sister Cities of Nashville and student exchanges! 2026 Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival |
SCN Wins International Award for Innovation in Arts & Culture
Sister Cities of Nashville has been named the Sister Cities International's Annual Award winner in the category of Innovation in Arts and Culture (for a population of more than 300,000) for our “A Day in the Life” photography exchange between Nashville and our partner city Magdeburg, Germany. The Annual Awards Program began in 1962 to acknowledge and honor exceptional sister city programs. You can read more about the project and about our on-the-ground partner, Society of Nashville's Artistic Photographers (SNAP), at the press release HERE.
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