22 Nashville Events & Happenings: November 2026
Ready for November fun? Explore Nashville’s must-do events, holiday lights, festive markets, live music, and more! Image: Facebook / Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
November in Nashville is packed with seasonal markets and celebrations, wine tastings, live performances, and fun for the whole family. With the holidays right around the corner, here are some of the best local happenings we’re adding to our calendars!
November 5 – 7, 2026: MBA Art Show
Art lovers, mark your calendars! The annual MBA Art Show returns to Montgomery Bell Academy for three days of beautiful artwork and a chance to discover pieces worth bringing home. This year’s featured artist is Ed Nash, who’s known for his mixed-media work and his incorporation of the Japanese aesthetic, “wabi-sabi.” mbaartshow.com
November 5 -7, 2026: Hot Pink’s Christmas Open House
Kick off the holiday season at Hot Pink’s Annual Christmas Open House, November 5-7. The event will feature special guests, treats, and plenty of opportunities to get into the holiday spirit. Follow Hot Pink on social media for updates and additional details as the event approaches. hotpinkgifts.com
November 6 & 20, 2026: Floating Sound Bath Experience
Float your worries away at Rhapsody Spa’s Floating Sound Bath Experience at The Westin Nashville. Settle into a poolside lounger for an hour of soothing crystal singing bowls, guided breathwork, and blissful relaxation. Tickets are $79.43 per person, and reservations are required. eventbrite.com
November 6, 2026 – January 2, 2027: A Country Christmas
Christmas comes to life at Gaylord Opryland’s A Country Christmas, featuring more than five million twinkling lights, festive shows, ice skating, and plenty of holiday cheer. This year’s ice! attraction’s theme is Home Alone, offering larger-than-life sculptures carved from two million pounds of ice, alongside seasonal treats, visits with Santa, and more. christmasatgaylordopryland.marriott.com
November 7, 2026: 28th Annual Turnip Green Festival
Southern tradition gets its greens at the Nashville Farmers’ Market’s Turnip Green Festival. Celebrate this Southern staple with the beloved cauldron of braised greens, live funk and soul music, Thanksgiving-inspired vendor specials, food trucks, and fall produce. Admission and parking are free. nashvillefarmersmarket.org
November 7, 2026: Plein Air Day
Art meets autumn at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage during Plein Air Day. Watch artists from the Chestnut Group capture the historic grounds in all their fall glory, or pick up a paintbrush yourself during one of four hands-on workshops. Whether you’re a budding artist or simply appreciate a beautiful landscape, there’s plenty of inspiration to go around. thehermitage.com
November 7, 2026: Star Songs
Jazz meets the cosmos at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory’s Star Songs. Enjoy an intimate, 90-minute performance by Allison Young, Piper Jones, and Cole Ritter, with music inspired by the night sky. Come for the sunset views, light bites, and smooth tunes, then stick around for a little stargazing through the observatory’s historic telescope. Admission is $55.20 per person. eventbrite.com
November 7, 2026: Maison de Reve’s Christmas Open House
Visit Maison de Reve from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for an open house featuring special discounts and giveaways. Stop by to explore the store, discover something new, and take advantage of exclusive offers available for the day. It’s a great opportunity to browse for a special addition to your home or find a thoughtful gift ahead of the holiday season. maisondereve.com
November 8, 2026: Frist Arts Fest
Get your creative juices flowing at the Frist Art Museum’s annual Frist Arts Fest. Celebrate the museum’s newest exhibitions with hands-on art activities, live performances, gallery tours, and a holiday market featuring local makers. Admission is $20 for adults and free for museum members and guests 18 and younger. fristartmuseum.org
November 12, 2026: Holiday Open House at Providence Interiors
Visit the Holiday Open House on November 12 for holiday shopping, gift inspiration, and a special trunk show. Running from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the event also includes bubbles, wine, and light bites. providenceinteriors.com
November 12, 2026: The Art of Mahjong
Hutton Hotel, artist Ally Sheppard, and Dear Mahjong invite guests to The Art of Mahjong on November 12, 2026. The event features two sessions: a midday gathering in Evelyn’s Private Dining Room, where guests can play surrounded by Sheppard’s original paintings, and an evening session in The Parlour and The Drawing Room. Nashville mahjong instructor Joy Marini (@mahjong_with_joy) will lead both sessions.
November 13, 2026: Sunset Suppers with Chef Johnny Haffner — Autumnal Squash
Fall flavors take center stage at The Heimerdinger Foundation’s final Sunset Supper of the year, featuring a five-course feast by Chef Johnny Haffner that celebrates autumnal squash. Set in a candlelit barn on a secluded Nashville farm, this intimate dinner is as charming as it is delicious (and all for a good cause!). Tickets are $225, with proceeds supporting local families facing cancer. hfmeals.org
November 13 – 15, 2026: Christmas Village
Get a head start on your holiday shopping at Nashville’s Christmas Village, returning to The Fairgrounds with more than 250 merchants offering everything from home decor and handcrafted pottery to clothing, jewelry, and seasonal treats. Best of all, your shopping spree supports local charitable organizations. christmasvillage.org
November 13, 2026 – January 3, 2027: Glow Wild
The Nashville Zoo receives a merry makeover for Glow Wild, a brand-new, dazzling holiday light spectacular. Stroll among illuminated wildlife displays, marvel at an 85-foot Christmas tree with synchronized lights, and enjoy ice skating, treats, and visits with Santa. Tickets start at $27 per person. (Note: Zoo members enjoy savings, and children under 2 are free.) nashvillezoo.org
November 14, 2026: Model Home Grand Opening & Home Tour at Colletta
Get an inside look at Colletta, a new luxury home community in Franklin, during its Model Home Grand Opening from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tour two fully furnished model homes and six available homes, grab lunch from The Grilled Cheeserie food truck, and enter the hourly prize drawings for a chance to win a $500 Southall gift card. Admission is free, and tours start at 108 and 112 Dulwich Drive. collettatn.com
November 14, 2026: From Grape to Grandeur: A Nebbiolo Story
Take a sip-worthy trip through Italy’s Piemonte region at this special Yolan wine tasting. Led by Wine Director Nicole Lee, this guided experience explores four expressions of the celebrated Nebbiolo grape, from delicate, aromatic pours to bold Barolo and Barbaresco, accompanied by artisanal cheeses. Tickets are $85 per person, and reservations are required. yolannashville.com
November 14, 2026: Holiday Open House
Deck the halls with a little vintage charm at GasLamp Antiques and GasLamp Too’s annual Holiday Open House. Browse one-of-a-kind decor and treasures while enjoying music, seasonal refreshments, special sales, and hourly gift card giveaways. Admission is free! For additional details, visit the event’s official Facebook page.
November 14 & 15, 2026: The Age is Yours, My Liege! (A Tale of Proto-Japan)
Expect the unexpected when Japanese dance-theater company KEDAGORO makes its U.S. debut at OZ Arts. Blending bold choreography, surreal visuals, and a healthy dose of humor, The Age is Yours, My Liege! explores power, authority, and tradition through a wildly imaginative performance. Tickets range from $35 to $40. ozartsnashville.org
November 20, 2026 – January 3, 2027: 12th Annual Holiday LIGHTS
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens decks its halls (and gardens!) during Holiday LIGHTS, featuring more than a million twinkling lights along a one-mile walking path. Wander through dazzling displays, sip hot cocoa by cozy fire pits, and explore An Enchanted Noel, a French-inspired holiday transformation of the Historic Mansion. To learn more, see the complete schedule, or purchase tickets, visit cheekwood.org.
November 22, 2026: Private Edition’s Holiday Open House
Get a head start on holiday shopping at Private Edition’s Holiday Open House. From noon to 5 p.m., shoppers can enjoy 20% off their entire purchase, plus raffles, gifts with purchase, sweet treats, and plenty of holiday cheer. Stop by to browse the boutique, find something special for your gift list, or treat yourself to something new. privateedition.com
November 26, 2026: Music City Turkey Trot
Earn your Thanksgiving feast at the Music City Turkey Trot, kicking off bright and early at 8 a.m. at Nissan Stadium. Gather your flock (four-legged friends included!) for a 5K or one-mile fun run, complete with finisher medals, race-day tees, and a costume contest. Registration ranges from $40 to $60. runnash.com
November 27 – December 27, 2026: Nashville’s Nutcracker
Sugar Plum Fairies, swirling snowflakes, and a little holiday magic! Nashville Ballet’s beloved Nashville’s Nutcracker returns to TPAC with a distinctly Music City twist to the holiday classic. Featuring Tchaikovsky’s iconic score performed live by the Nashville Symphony, this enchanting production is a holiday tradition perfect for all ages. nashvilleballet.com
Cheers to the start of the holiday season!
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Anne Marie Hanna
An Ole Miss alum residing in Nashville, Anne Marie is passionate about telling the stories shaping the South. Outside of work, you’ll likely find her on a porch with a coffee and a good book, gardening, listening to music, or enjoying time with friends and family.
