The Italian Festival of Lights kicked off its weekend activities at the Bicentennial Mall State Park.
The festival began Friday at noon in downtown Nashville. Dozens of vendors set up their tents and displays earlier that morning.
Each year, the festival promises the sights and sounds of Italy - Music City Style.
Festival goers can experience three days of food, wine, and music. Friday night's music honored and celebrated the legendary Frank Sinatra.
The festival remained open until 10 p.m. Friday, and was set to do the same Saturday.
The hours for Sunday were 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
