It’s officially fall in Nashville, which means there’s a jam-packed lineup of local events to enjoy this month — everything from food festivals and wine dinners to fundraisers and fun runs. Whether you’re looking for date night ideas or something on the spookier side, here are our top picks for can’t-miss events in October!
Through October 27, 2024: Cheekwood Harvest
There’s no better place to celebrate fall in Nashville than at Cheekwood Harvest. Stroll through the gardens and witness the beauty of changing leaves on oaks, maples, dogwoods, and many other trees. The event includes the beloved pumpkin village, afternoon tea events, seasonal workshops, and the Scarecrow Trail. Entry is included with garden admission. cheekwood.org
October 1 – 5, 2024: Woo Skincare + Cosmetics 22nd Anniversary Celebration
Woo Skincare + Cosmetics celebrates its 22nd anniversary from October 1 through October 5! Representatives from different lines are going to be in the store throughout the week, and with a qualifying purchase of $300, shoppers receive a “Woo Swag Bag.” Plus, new this year, you also receive a Nashville food treat bag that includes goodies from Ole Smoky and Hattie B’s. Event hours are daily, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. wooskincareandcosmetics.com
October 2, 2024: Schramsberg & Davies Winery Barn Dinner
Head to Miel’s Barn to enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and a multi-course dinner paired with wines from Schramsberg Vineyards. The evening begins at 6 p.m., and tickets are $170. To see the menu and purchase tickets, click HERE.
October 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2024: Screenings on the Steps: Halloween Classics
Cozy up and grab the popcorn, because W Nashville’s Screenings on the Steps is back this fall! Every Wednesday in October, guests can enjoy Halloween favorites like Hocus Pocus, Beetlejuice, and The Shining. Movies start at 6 p.m., and the event is free and open to the public, with seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Bar service is also available for purchase. eventbrite.com
October 3 – 6, 2024: Nashville Oktoberfest
An annual tradition since 1980, Nashville Oktoberfest is the longest-running party in the Southeast! Taking place at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, attendees can enjoy draft beer, a pup parade, delicious German food, arts and crafts vendors, and more. Tickets start at $10. thenashvilleoktoberfest.com
October 3 – 6, 2024: Paul Vasterling’s Dracula
This fall, the Nashville Ballet combines Paul Vasterling’s Dracula with George Balanchine’s Serenade. While Dracula is a ballet full love, lust, and eternal desire, Serenade is a testament to the beauty of classical ballet. To see a complete list of performances and purchase tickets, visit tpac.org. (Note: This production contains mature content and is intended for adult audiences.)Â
October 4, 2024: Customer Appreciation Day at Elan Skin
Customer Appreciation Day is Elan Skin’s way of saying thanks to their loyal customers. From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., you can enjoy special discounts, giveaways, and unique offers. This is an all-day celebration you don’t want to miss! elanskinandlaser.com
October 7 – 11, 2024: Fall Break Camp: Space
Children can blast off into the cosmos and explore outer space during this exciting camp at the Adventure Science Center. In addition to exploring the science of astronomy through hands-on simulations and activities, campers make rovers, launch rockets, and have the opportunity to see a planetarium show. Admission is $399 for non-members. adventuresci.org
October 9 – 13, 2024: Joe Muer Seafood 1-Year Anniversary Celebrations
Joe Muer Seafood is celebrating its first birthday in Music City! To commemorate, the restaurant is hosting five days of celebrations. From a private chef dinner and complimentary patio party to the launch of Sunday brunch, guests are invited to experience the restaurant’s many elevated offerings in the North Gulch. For more information, visit joemuerseafood.com.
October 10, 2024: BOOze at the Zoo
Put on your best Halloween costume and head to the Nashville Zoo to celebrate the start of spooky season with unlimited beer and cocktail samples, trick-or-treating, and live music. BOOze at the Zoo begins at 6:30 p.m., and general admission tickets are $75 for zoo members and $80 for non-members. (Note: This is a 21-and-up event.) nashvillezoo.org
October 12 & 13, 2024: Vibrant Watercolor Portraits Workshop
This two-day workshop guides you through a step-by-step process to create vibrant watercolor portraits. At the end of the course, you leave with a finished portrait and a better knowledge of watercolor mediums. Admission is $125, and the class takes place at Belmont University’s Leu Center for Visual Arts. watkinsce.asapconnected.com
October 17 – 19, 2024: Artclectic
Artclectic is a vibrant celebration of art and community at the University School of Nashville! The annual fundraiser embodies the school’s commitment to originality, creativity, outreach, and support of the dedicated faculty. The event kicks off on October 17 with a Patrons Party and continues through October 19 with an extraordinary showcase. To see a complete list of events, visit artclectic.org.
October 18, 19, 25 & 26, 2024: Haunted Distillery: A Halloween Cocktail Experience
Visit Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery on the last two Friday and Saturday nights in October for refreshing cocktails and a delicious menu from Chef Harrison Baldwin. There are two 90-minute seatings per night, and reservations can be made HERE. Seatings begin at 6:30 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.
October 19, 2024: 7th President 7K
Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage is proud to host the third annual 7th President 7K! The race takes runners across paved pathways and fields of The Hermitage property, offering views of Tulip Grove Mansion and the Hermitage Church. The race begins at 8 a.m., and registration is $40. thehermitage.com
October 19, 2024: Dog Day Festival
Celebrate the incredible work done by the Nashville Humane Association at its annual Dog Day Festival! Taking place at Centennial Park, the event includes dog demonstrations, costume contests, a family fun zone, and so much more. Event hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and tickets start at $8. nashvillehumane.org
October 19, 2024: Murder Mystery Dinner at Wildwood Resort & Marina
Wildwood Resort presents “The Dinner Detective’s Murder Mystery Dinner Show.” In addition to a challenging crime, you can feast on a delicious dinner curated by Chef Chris Maxwell. Admission is $79 and includes dinner, murder mystery entertainment, and prized for top sleuths. A bar is also available throughout the evening. wildwoodresorttn.com
October 19 & 20, 2024: Rosebrooke Fall Home Tours
Tour eight luxury homes within Brentwood’s new premier community, Rosebrook. The tour begins at the clubhouse, where you can grab a map of the event and register to win a $1,000 home decor gift card bundle. The fall home tour event takes place on October 19 and 20 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. To learn more about this highly sought-after community, visit rosebrookebrentwood.com.
October 23, 2024: Rally In the Round
Rally In the Round is a beautiful evening of singer/songwriter performances and stories from those affected by childhood cancer. The event supports Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research and is held at Marathon Music Works. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., you can enjoy special appearances throughout the evening from Rally Kids, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, dinner, and silent and live auctions. rallyintheround.org
October 24, 2024: Amplify Nashville
Amplify Nashville highlights immigrants who have made significant contributions to Nashville as well as individuals who are champions of the city’s international community. This year’s honorees include Farzin Ferdowsi, Marlen Santana Perez, and Nashville Soccer Club. The celebration begins at 6:30 p.m. at Marathon Music Works, and tickets start at $75. siloamhealth.org
October 26, 2024: Fable Cry’s Festival of Ghouls X
Celebrating one decade of Nashville’s most beloved Halloween event, Fable Cry is enlisting the talents of Suspended Gravity Circus and Back to Black Burlesque for this year’s Festival of Ghouls. The fun begins at 8 p.m., and tickets are $25. ozartsnashville.org
October 26 & 27, 2024: Southern Festival of Books
Join fellow readers and writers for the annual Southern Festival of Books. The free event celebrates the joys of reading and features panels with over 100 authors, including Sarah Adams, Anne Byrn, TJ Klune, and so many more. To see the complete list of events and authors, visit sofestofbooks.org.
October 28, 2024: Comedy for a Cause
As one of Rocketown’s premier fundraising events, this year’s Comedy for a Cause event is hosted by renowned comedian Brad Upton and includes a silent auction. The evening begins at 6 p.m., and individual tickets are $250. rocketown.org
Have an outstanding October, Nashville!
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To see more great Nashville events, visit our Happenings calendar.
