AGENDA
Friday, March 7We’re kicking things off with a trip east. Wear your UT orange for a friendly rivalry as Knoxville goes head-to-head with Austin.
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4:30 PM
Able to name all 95 counties… in reverse alphabetical order? Live on only hot chicken and salted caramel Moon Pies? Always make “Rocky Top” your automatic karaoke go-to? Proud survivor of over a dozen Nashville bachelorette parties? We want to know!
Join us for a VIP, invite-only happy hour to officially open the Tennessee House for 2025 and rub shoulders with some of the Volunteer State’s most passionate fans and loyal residents. Advanced registration is required – with your unique, “I’m So Tennessee, I…” claim.
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7:00 PM
“Rocky Top, you'll always be home sweet home to me…”
Here’s your chance to live that East Tennessee life and prove your deep-seeded loyalty to the Vols as we bring a taste of Neyland Stadium to Red River St. C’mon out to raise a glass to the friendly rivalry as Knoxville goes head-to-head with the Longhorns of Austin and wear your UT orange for a custom Tennessee House whiskey cocktail. Plus, grab a bottle of limited-edition Tennessee Orange nail polish, custom-mixed by TN startup Blank Beauty.
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8:00 PM
You know him, you love him… but what do you call him? Our Tennessee House raccoon mascot became THE breakout star of SXSW 2024 – but sadly, he remained anonymous… Cast a vote in our heated election of user-submitted monikers and help give this four-legged icon a name!
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Saturday, March 8Saturday morning is all about Chattanooga, one of America’s most beautiful cities – and home to some of the fastest internet service in the Western Hemisphere. TN House opens at 10 AM with chicken & waffle bites for breakfast.
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11:00 AM
Chattanooga’s deep-rooted spirit of innovation is especially visible in the region’s commitment to sustainable mobility. This conversation, hosted Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly, features participants from Motoring Lab, Tranco Logistics, and more.
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NOON
Pay tribute to the unparalleled legacy of the Moon Pie. Enjoy samples of Chattanooga’s favorite hometown snack and get a taste of their brand new flavor, weeks before it’s available anywhere. Plus, face off in a heated game of Chattanooga & Moon Pie trivia for the chance to win special prizes!
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1:00 PM
Move at the speed of quantum with this expert look at the state-of-the-art supercomputing hub being created in Chattanooga and the breakthroughs that will drive tomorrow’s reality, featuring leadership from the Chattanooga Quantum Collaborative, EPB, IonQ, and Qubitekk. Explore a quantum startup’s journey to acquisition and lessons learned along the way.
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2:00 PM
Chattanooga entrepreneur center Company Lab CEO Tasia Malakasis takes the stage to host a showcase of exciting and groundbreaking startups from the Chattanooga region. Hear from the founders, see them show off their technology, and get a firsthand look at what’s next in Southeastern Tennessee.
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3:00 PM
Tennessee House will close at 3:00 for a brief break to allow our squad of well-trained raccoons to reset for the evening’s programming. Doors will reopen at 5:00.
The sun may be going down but things are heating up at the Tennessee House as all things Nashville take the stage, from a preview of Oracle’s groundbreaking world headquarters coming to town to a late-night line dancing class paying tribute to the Opry’s 100th anniversary. Doors open at 5 PM with hors d'oeuvres including fried pickles, candied bacon, and Nashville hot cauliflower.
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5:30 PM
The global software giant made headlines all over the globe when it announced that the company’s planned Nashville campus would serve as their world headquarters. Now, hear from Oracle leadership about why Nashville, what they hope to bring to Music City, and what a future rooted in Tennessee will look like.
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6:00 PM
There might not be a secret recipe for startup success but there’s no denying that several of Nashville’s most enterprising entrepreneurs and thriving new companies lean into creativity, craft, and ingenuity. Hear from companies across numerous industries and sectors about the special skill set that has allowed them to flourish in Music City and how the Nashville mindset might just be the secret ingredient.
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7:00 PM
Get a special peek inside Vanderbilt University's labs developing the latest technologies... without leaving Austin! Vandy neurobiology and engineering researchers will join us to spotlight a new advanced technology called BIHF — the biofidelic instrumented head form — that can be used to improve medical care and enhance protective gear for those who serve our nation, particularly in combating blast environments that can damage the brain and lead to symptoms reducing quality of life for military service members and veterans.
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8:00 PM
In 2024, Hip Hop Karaoke, a Nashville smash since 2019, blew the roof of Tennessee House. Now, the team behind the sensation is back with more jams, louder amps, and an unforgettable party you won’t want to miss!
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10:00 PM
In 2025, Nashville institution and Country Music’s biggest stage, the Grand Ole Opry, is celebrating their 100th anniversary. Join in on this once-in-a-lifetime celebration with a late-night line dance class, set to an exclusive soundtrack of the country’s biggest hits over the last 100 years, remixed like you’ve never heard them before.
Sunday, March 9Head for the giant pyramid, turn left at Beale Street, and you’ve reached Memphis AKA the Digital Delta – a flourishing hub for emerging tech including the home of xAI’s supercomputer and a powerful mobility center. House doors open at 10 AM.
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10:00 AM
Live that easy like Sunday morning life as we kick off Memphis Day at Tennessee House with some soulful gospel music and a breakfast spread including biscuits and gravy, plus a taste of Texas with breakfast quesadillas.
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11:30 AM
Memphis is emerging as a powerhouse in tech, data, and innovation, with legacy organizations at its core. ALSAC, the fundraising arm of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, recently welcomed Ankur Jain, a seasoned data and analytics leader, to drive future-focused strategies and enhance supporter experiences. Plus, explore Memphis as a thriving tech hub with FedEx’s Scott Rogers, SVP of IT, sharing what’s next for the global transportation giant – and how the city continues to fuel its growth.
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1:00 PM
The deal to bring Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI, to Memphis came about remarkably fast – over the course of just 90 days – particularly for a deal that tee’d up “the world’s largest supercomputer.” Go behind the scenes with xAI and Greater Memphis Chamber execs and learn how this all went down.
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3:00 PM
Tennessee House will close at 3:00 for a brief break to allow our squad of well-trained raccoons to reset for the evening’s programming. Doors will reopen at 5:00 for the second half of 901 Day – and lots more Memphian fun!
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6:00 PM
Raise a glass of Alma del Jaguar tequila and watch as entrepreneurs from some of Memphis’ most dynamic startups take the stage to introduce their companies to a crowd of supporters and more! Get to know tomorrow’s power players and cheer on your favorites. Then stick around to chat with even more 901 founders.
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7:30 PM
In honor of the King of Rock and Roll’s 90th birthday earlier this year, we’re throwing an Elvis lookalike contest – and inviting some of central Texas’ greatest Elvis tribute artists to join us! So slip on your blue suede shoes, throw on your bedazzled jumpsuit with the cape, and show us your best “Hound Dog” moves.
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8:00 PM
We’re paying tribute to Memphis’ own Gloria Hallelujah Woods – better known as Grammy-nominated hit rapper, singer, and dancer GloRilla – with a glow in the dark dance party, complete with glow sticks and her hit 2024 album, Glorious. Come out and get loud with all your fellow GloRidaz as we celebrate the end of Tennessee House.
