Schedule
The schedule and timing is subject to change.
- Saturday, October 4, 2025
- Sunday, October 5, 2025
- Monday, October 6, 2025
- Tuesday, October 7, 2025
- Wednesday, October 8, 2025
| 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Welcome to Nashville! Upon arrival, shuttles will transport your team to the host drive-in so you can preview where the competition will take place and familiarize yourself with the drive-in. The SONIC Ops team will be on-site to answer any questions. Upon arrival at the hotel, you'll receive a welcome packet with your competition wearables, competition order, and other important information. Note for Franchisees & Guests: Please be sure to schedule transportation ahead of time from the airport, as our team members will be heading directly to the host drive-in, which will not be accessible to guests on this day. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Head to Assembly Food Hall and dine at the restaurant of your choice! | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM | Compete with your team at your team’s assigned time slot to see who will be named the best of the best in the 2025 DR PEPPER SONIC GAMES! Note for Franchisees & Guests: There is an additional cost to attend the National Finals Competition. This cost will be collected during registration. Guests are welcome to hop on their respective groups' shuttle to cheer on their team before and after they compete. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM | The LIVE FREE Lounge will be open all day for teams to relax, play games, and unwind when you’re not on-lot! Head to the Lounge at your designated time for your personalized gifting experience! The gifting experience is for National Finalists & Managers only. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM | We’re heading to The Nashville Studio Tour for a one-of-a-kind experience with your team. Note for Franchisees & Guests: There is an additional cost to attend The Nashville Studio Tour. This cost will be collected during registration. Be sure to sign up if you wish to attend. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Join us at Martin’s BBQ for a very special celebration dinner! Note for Franchisees & Guests: There is an additional cost to attend the Champions Dinner. This cost will be collected during registration. Be sure to sign up if you wish to attend. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Head to the lounge for your exclusive gifting experience! | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Come by the LIVE FREE Lounge during your assigned time slot to pick up your jacket for Medal Ceremony! | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM | It’s time to see who will be crowned the best of the best in the 2025 Games! Note for Franchisees & Guests: Guest admission to Medal Ceremony and Final Night is included with registration for SONIC Principals Business Meeting. Guests who are not attending SONIC Principals Business Meeting may purchase a day pass to attend Medal Ceremony and Final Night. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | To close out your time here in Nashville, SONIC will host a final night at Friends in Low Places with live entertainment featuring a live show! | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Shuttles will take you to the airport for your departure back home. Note for Franchisees & Guests: Guests are welcome to hop on the shuttle with their respective groups. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||