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- calendar_today November 13, 2026
Oracle Breaks Ground on New Global Headquarters in Nashville
Oracle has officially begun construction on its new global headquarters, located on Nashville's East Bank. To commemorate this milestone, the company is inviting residents to a free three-day celebration packed with activities, entertainment, and interactive technology experiences. The event will be held at 2161 Waterside Drive and is open to the public from Thursday, November 12 through Saturday, November 14.
Details of the Upcoming Community Celebration
The festivities begin with open houses on Thursday and Friday, running from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. each day. Attendees will be able to explore 3D models of the planned Nashville campus, meet Oracle staff, and hear about career opportunities associated with the new headquarters. Open house guests will also enjoy live music and local cuisine: The Nashville Band performs Thursday, while Greenwood Rye takes the stage Friday. Food offerings include Martin’s BBQ and Goo Goo Cluster, and local nonprofit partners will be present.
Block Party Set for Community Day
The celebration concludes on Saturday, November 14, with a Community Day block party from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Headlining the event are Thomas Rhett and Friends, featuring Rhett Akins, who will provide live music throughout the afternoon. Additionally, family-friendly activities like food trucks and children’s attractions are planned to create a festive community atmosphere.
Interactive Technology and AI Demonstrations
Across all three days, visitors can engage with interactive technology experiences. Highlights include a display of a Formula 1 race car, a chance to try the Oracle Red Bull Racing simulator, and demonstrations showcasing advances in artificial intelligence. Additional activities will spotlight how Oracle’s technology helps healthcare professionals coordinate patient care, addresses workplace safety issues, and facilitates order verification. These interactive demonstrations aim to showcase the innovation planned for the completed Nashville campus.
Campus Vision and Economic Commitments
Oracle’s future headquarters will span approximately 78 acres along the Cumberland River, featuring retail space, a 120-room Nobu hotel and restaurant, public green spaces, walking paths, and a pedestrian bridge connecting the East Bank to Germantown. The first buildings are expected to open in 2030.
Oracle originally committed in 2021 to invest $1.2 billion in Nashville, with a pledge to create 8,500 jobs by 2031. The company also received $240 million in tax incentives, including $65 million from the state and $175 million from the city. However, as of April, a report from LayoffHedge showed that Oracle had created a net gain of only seven jobs in Nashville between 2022 and January 2026, raising questions about its progress toward fulfilling its employment commitments. Company leaders have stated that hiring will increase as campus development advances, and Oracle maintains its commitment to job creation in the region.
Leaders Attend Groundbreaking Event
The ceremonial groundbreaking took place on Tuesday and was attended by Oracle CEOs Clay Magouyrk and Mike Sicilia, Governor Bill Lee, Governor-elect Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty, Deputy Governor and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart McWhorter, and Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell. The turnout underscores the regional significance of Oracle’s investment and the anticipated impact of the new campus.
Source: tennesseestar.com.
