2026 associated events

make the most of sessions

Your time is valuable—and meaningful connections drive business forward. That’s why hosting an associated event during the week of Sessions 2026 is a powerful way to extend your reach beyond the main conference (September 13 – 15). These independently hosted gatherings put you face-to-face with engaged, executive-level leaders—decision-makers who are advancing what’s next in healthcare. Whether it’s a roundtable, reception, or private dinner, your event can create the kind of high-impact moments that lead to long-term partnerships. Connect with the right people, in the right way, at the right time.
 
Plan your own experience. Own the room. Expand your influence. 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH

6:30 pm - 8:30 Pm

Sunset Social: A Rooftop Happy Hour with Lightbeam

13 Sept Sunday

Continue the conversation beyond the conference floor at our rooftop happy hour, just a short stroll from the event. Enjoy complimentary appetizers, refreshing drinks, and live football while connecting with industry peers and members of the Lightbeam team. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, exchange ideas, or simply unwind after a full day, this casual gathering offers the perfect opportunity to build meaningful relationships in one of the city’s best rooftop settings.

Location: Teddy’s Tavern Rooftop Bar
Conveniently located just a short stroll from The Music City Center
 

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH

5:00 pm - 6:30 Pm

BLUEBIRD CAFE ORACLE HEALTH & LIFE SCIENCES VIP EVENT

14 Sept Monday

The evening begins with an invitation-only reception hosted by Oracle Health and Life Sciences from 5:00–6:00 p.m. At 6:00 p.m., the doors open to all Sessions attendees for an unforgettable evening in the CMA Theater, where the legendary Bluebird Cafe sets the stage for an intimate, truly one-of-a-kind Nashville experience featuring some of Music City’s most celebrated songwriters.

5:30 pm - 7:30 Pm

Celebrate Women in Healthcare with Drinks & Delights at Dolly's *Invitation-ONLY

14 Sept Monday

Please Join Bass, Berry & Sims, BCG and Rubicon Founders for an exclusive evening celebrating women in healthcare.
 
Hosted at Dolly Parton’s brand new SongTeller hotel, this invite-only reception brings together female leaders, innovators, and professionals across the healthcare industry for a night of community, connection and celebration.
Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, and delights as you network with fellow women shaping the future of healthcare.
 
Space is limited-RSVP today to secure your spot at this special event designed for women in the industry.

5:30 pm - 8:30 Pm

HEALTHCARE AND HOCKEY

14 Sept Monday

Network with healthcare leaders in a fun, relaxed setting while taking in the excitement of hockey. The evening will feature live music, complimentary food and drinks, ticket giveaways, and opportunities to connect with peers from across the healthcare community.

Location: Bridgestone Arena

135 Rep. John Lewis Way S. Nashville, TN 37203

5:30 pm - 8:30 Pm

Rooftop Conversations & Health Care Collaborations *Invitation-Only

14 Sept Monday

Please join Baker Donelson, FTI Consulting, and Brentwood Capital Advisors for an exclusive evening reception during Nashville Healthcare Sessions.
 
This invite-only gathering brings together health care executives, investors, operators, and industry leaders from across the health care ecosystem for an evening of connection, conversation, and relationship-building in a relaxed setting following the day’s conference programming. Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and the opportunity to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and strengthen valuable industry relationships while taking in the Nashville atmosphere.

6:00 pm - 9:00 Pm

Holland & Knight Private Reception *Invitation-ONLY

14 Sept Monday

Join Holland & Knight for a private cocktail reception during the 2026 Nashville Healthcare Sessions Conference, an event hosted by the Nashville Health Care Council.
 
We will take in the evening views of downtown and enjoy delicious cocktails, savory hors d’oeuvres and live music while connecting with friends and colleagues from throughout the industry.

6:30 pm - 8:30 Pm

Boots & Bites: Celebrating Nashville’s Healthcare Community *Invitation-ONLY

14 Sept Monday

Pull on your boots and join us for an evening of Nashville hospitality. Hosted by Thyme Care, this gathering brings together Nashville’s brightest healthcare minds for great conversation, delicious bites, elevated cocktails, and a sweet cowboy-cannoli twist.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH

5:00 pm - 8:00 Pm

Bradley x HTD Health Cocktail Reception *Invitation-ONLY

15 Sept Tuesday

Please join Bradley, HTD Health, and fellow attendees from the Nashville Health Care Council Sessions Conference for an evening of cocktails and conversation on Tuesday, September 15 from 5-8 p.m. in The Vista Room at Sixty Vines.

Parking around Broadway can be tricky, Ubers/Lyfts or walking may be the easiest mode of transportation.

  • Location: Sixty Vines, Vista Room (5055 Broadway Place, Suite 3200 Nashville, TN 37203)

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH

9:00 am - 4:00 Pm

Global Health Innovators Summit III

16 Sept Wednesday

Nashville is the world’s music city and a global health capital — and on September 16, the Global Health Innovators Summit brings those two identities into the same room.
 
Now in its third year, GHIS III gathers 300 of the most influential voices in global health — C-suite executives, investors, health technology innovators, policymakers, and healthcare service leaders — for a full day of bold ideas, meaningful connections, and programming you won’t find anywhere else.
 

Location: The Cannery

Registration fee: $149

11:30 am - 1:00 Pm

Agentic AI Can It Really Work in Healthcare? 

16 Sept Wednesday

You are warmly invited to join us for a lunch presentation during the 2026 Nashville Healthcare Sessions Conference.

Have you ever filled out paperwork online and gotten to your healthcare facility to be told to redo it all again? Will Agentic AI help? This panel will discuss the intricacies of using AI in healthcare and whether Agentic AI is ready for healthcare. 

Please contact Sarah McVey if you have any questions. 

This course has been approved for one (1) hour of Tennessee CLE credit.

Location: ONE 22 ONE, 1221 Broadway, Suite 2400 Nashville TN, 37203

Parking:

  • When you arrive at ONE 22 ONE, you will find parking underneath the portico. In the event that the garage indicates that it is “FULL” there are likely still spaces available – this sign monitors more than one parking area. You should always be able to find an available spot in our visitor’s garage.
  • Please be sure to scan one of the QR codes throughout the parking area – you will need to complete this step to validate your parking. Additionally, please make note of your license plate number, as you will need that as well. Should you choose to pre-register your vehicle, there is a link to do so.
  • You will be prompted to create an account with Metropolis. This will require that you enter your name and address, as well as place a credit card on file. Your card will not be charged for your visit with us. A code to validate your parking will be available at our reception desk. of transportation.

11:00 am - 5:00 Pm

Healthcare Artificial Intelligence Sessions 2025

28 Sept Sunday

Sponsored by the Brock Family Center of Applied Innovation at Vanderbilt Health, the 2025 Healthcare Artificial Intelligence Sessions (HAIS25) will be held in Nashville on Sunday Sept 28, 2025. This in-person event welcomes professionals with business interest in healthcare AI to attend and learn from esteemed colleagues in the AI healthcare space.  Attendees will hear directly from industry and academic leaders and innovators during seminar style lectures. The Brock Family Center of Applied Innovation at Vanderbilt Health engages, catalyzes, and enables a glidepath for Vanderbilt innovators and for external startup companies, with support for evaluation of commercial potential, and the formation of impactful businesses related broadly to medical care and health.

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

2024 ABI HEALTHCARE PROGRAM

08 oct TUESday

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Nashville Health Care Council Fellows Virtual Open House

3 oct Friday

Join us for an inside look at the Council Fellows program, produced by the Nashville Health Care Council.

This virtual open house offers the chance to hear directly from alumni, ask questions, and learn what makes the program a unique experience for healthcare leaders.

Together, we’ll explore how Council Fellows creates space for meaningful dialogue, collaboration, and fresh perspectives on the issues shaping the future of healthcare.

What is Council Fellows? Council Fellows provides a select group of participants with opportunities to learn from today’s most influential voices, build authentic relationships, and actively engage in immersive experiences that reveal new insights into the healthcare system—deepening knowledge and expanding networks in ways that drive real impact. Learn more here.

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

OPTUM SESSIONS VIP EVENT *INVITATION ONLY

09 oct WEDNESDAY