Project Overview
Category 10 is Nashville reimagined – a multidimensional reinvention of the legendary Wildhorse Saloon, a staple of Music City’s downtown scene for 30+ years. Fans and artists converge across four immersive floors, each inspired by the past, present, and future of country culture and legendary artist Luke Combs. With its Grand Opening in November 2024 (final opening in February 2025) on historic 2nd Avenue and designed for Opry Entertainment Group in collaboration with Luke Combs himself, Category 10 is a 60,671 sq. ft. bar, honky-tonk, and entertainment space that is an homage to Combs’ music and Nashville nightlife.
The uninterrupted musical experience spans four interconnected floors and five distinct spaces, including six interior bars, three stages, a retail area, four entertainment experiences, and the largest rooftop in downtown Nashville. All of these spaces have one thing in common: they immerse visitors in the world of country music. At its heart is “Hurricane Hall,” home to the largest dance floor in Nashville and perfect for learning line dances. For a more intimate feel, “The Still” is a vibey songwriter’s lounge and bourbon bar, while the “5 Leaf Clover Sports Lounge” caters to a more upbeat crowd who are looking for a place to watch big sports games. Category 10’s rooftop lounge offers sweeping views of downtown Nashville and The Cumberland River along with indoor entertainment and dining.
Key Points of Uniqueness:
- Fast-track schedule
- Renovation of the Wildhorse Saloon
- Phased opening
- Sports lounge
- Hurricane-style ceiling feature
- Songwriter’s lounge and bourbon bar
- 6,000 sq. ft. dance floor
- Tight jobsite on historic 2nd Avenue
