A vigil will be held Monday night at Ascend Amphitheater in Nashville for the victims of the Las Vegas shooting.
It will start at 6 p.m. with free parking at Nissan Stadium Lot R.
“An unimaginable scene of terror in Las Vegas has shocked and saddened our nation,” Nashville Mayor Megan Barry said on Facebook. “This tragedy hits especially close to home as so many of the artists and crew represented at this music festival are Nashvillians seeking to entertain and bring joy to country music fans around the world. My heart goes out to the friends and family members of the victims of this deadly shooting, and we pray for a speedy recovery for those injured.”
According to WSMV, Barry, CMA CEO Sarah Trahern and President/CEO of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. Butch Spyridon released the following joint statement:
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved in the tragic event in Las Vegas, especially the victims, their families and friends, and the fans, artists and crews from our Country community in Vegas. This festival brought together people from all backgrounds united in enjoying life through music.
Safety at all of our events is and will remain our top priority. We are constantly adjusting our event security measures year-round, partnering and consulting with experts at the federal, state and local levels through our full-time security team and the Metro Police Department. We will continue our efforts to provide the most comprehensive security.”
