Aug 21, 2026 - Things to Do

Nashville concert raises money for elderly parrots

Adam Tamburin

A scarlet macaw (Ara macao) is pictured at the Wildlife Rescue Center in Alajuela, Costa Rica, on September 16, 2024. — Photo: Ezequiel Becerra via Getty Images

Even parrots need retirement plans.

Why it matters: Some parrots can live as long as 80 years, creating an unusual rescue challenge when their guardians die or can no longer care for them.

But in Nashville, we have a mini music festival for that.

State of play: A slate of 10 bands are scheduled to perform bird-themed rock covers this weekend at The East Room during Squawk Rock Festival 4, an annual fundraiser for the Exotic Avian Sanctuary of Tennessee.

The Hermitage bird sanctuary is trying to ensure those birds still have a safe flock. They provide adoptions or long-term care for domesticated parrots who need a new home.

If you go: The 18-and-up show starts at 7:30pm Saturday at The East Room, 2412 Gallatin Ave. Tickets are $15.

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