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Nashville Events & Happenings
Keep up with the best Nashville events, festivals, fundraisers, concerts, store sales and more! Not only will you find popular things to do like Iroquois Steeplechase, The Antiques and Garden Show and The Tomato Arts Festival, you’ll find smaller events like local wine tastings, trunk shows, art shows, craft festivals, pop-up shows, street fairs, food truck events, cultural events, concerts and more. These events are also available on our free SB App, which can be downloaded HERE.
May 19-Oct 20: Night Market
The Nashville Farmers’ Market is hosting a Night Market the third Friday of every month. Don’t miss the last two before the winter weather comes along! Friday, May 19 Friday, June 16 Friday, July 21 Friday, August 18 Friday, September 15 Friday, October 20 www.nashvillefarmersmarket.org
May 21-Oct 21: Musician’s Corner
Musician’s Corner presents free family friendly music events in Nashville’s Centennial Park on Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in May, June, September and October. Visit their website for more information and lineups. www.musicianscornernashville.com
Saturdays May-Oct: Acme Rooftop Yoga
For all you spring chickens, summer time can be full of long days (and nights), travel arrangements and outdoor activities galore; but before you start planning those summer beach getaways, mark your calendars for a few select Saturdays at Acme. Sanctuary Yoga and Acme Feed & Seed are pleased to announce the highly anticipated return of Yoga
Oct 7-22: Parade of Homes at Witherspoon
The Parade of Homes is an annual event produced by the Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee (HBAMT). The 2017 Pinnacle Financial Parade of Homes is being held at the Brentwood Witherspoon community. Featuring multiple homes created by the industry’s top builders and designers, this Brentwood neighborhood is one you won’t want to miss. The event
Oct 18: Jamie’s Open House & launch of the new Fur Salon
Jamie and Hyde Salon invite you to an Open House celebrating their customers and the launch of their new Fur Salon. The celebration will be held at at Jamie from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 18. www.jamie-nashville.com
Oct 18: Woo Skincare’s GNO
Join Woo Skincare for a Girl’s Night Out on Wednesday, October 18! There will be drinks, snacks, a DJ, makeup artists, raffles and more. A portion of proceeds will go to The Women’s Fund. The event begins at 4:00 p.m.
Oct 18: Rock N’ Roll Photographer Lynn Goldsmith Book Discussion & Signing
In her newest published collection of iconic and never-before-seen images, Lynn Goldsmith highlights the band KISS during the height of their career. In KISS: 1977-1980, Lynn shares her images of the band both on and off-stage and also through candid moments and in the studio. Lynn will be at Two Old Hippies on Wednesday, October 18th from 5:00
Oct 18: 2017 Concert for Cumberland Heights at The Ryman
The 2017 Concert for Cumberland Heights on October 18, 2017 will feature six country music stars during its popular annual fundraising concert. Cassadee Pope, Daily & Vincent, Kristian Bush, Michael Ray, Scotty McCreery and Travis Meadows will join together in this “Opry-style format” at the historic Ryman Auditorium to benefit the John Hiatt Fund for Adolescent and
Oct 18: The Registry’s 14th Annual Holiday Open House
Guaranteed to put you in the Holiday spirit, The Registry‘s 14th annual Open House will feature dinnerware from Vietri, Lastra, and more. Specials abound along with wine and refreshments! Stop by on October 19 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. www.theregistryfranklin.com
Oct 19: Academy for Women of Achievement
Each year, the YWCA honors a select group of Middle Tennessee women who are dedicated to improving our community and the lives of women, children and families living in it. For more than a quarter of a century, the YWCA has welcomed these women into the Academy for Women of Achievement. This year for the
Oct 19-Nov 12: 2017 O’More Designer Show House
. Forget all preconceived notions of a designer show house. The 2017 O’More Show House is 4,015 square feet of new construction designed to work in harmony with the surrounding habitat. As part of the new Você neighborhood, the house is nestled into towering clusters of trees, an attribute that Lila Pryor Frank highlights in
Oct 19-21: Artclectic at USN
The USN campus will be buzzing with more than 50 artists from across the country displaying painting, digital art, ceramics, mixed media, jewelry, glass, sculpture, photography and more for their Arclectic event. The three featured artists are Caroline Allison, Kit Reuther and Vadis Turner. Proceeds from the event are earmarked for the Artclectic Endowment Fund
Oct 20: Ed Nash Open Studio
Join Ed Nash and Virgin Bay Seafood for Nash’s Open Art Studio on October 20. Refreshments will be supplied by Mill Creek Brewing Company. RSVP to [email protected] www.ednashart.com
Oct 20: One Night Only: Studio Tenn’s Fundraising Gala
Studio Tenn’s annual fundraising gala ONE NIGHT ONLY is one of the most highly anticipated, knock-your-socks-off social events of the season. Experience an unbelievable night of live entertainment, food, drinks and an unparalleled online auction to support the 8th season of Middle Tennessee’s own world-class professional theatre company. The event will be from 7:00 p.m.
Oct 20-22: Framebridge in Nashville
Framebridge is hitting the road and coming to Nashville! The online custom framing startup is opening a pop-up in 12South from Friday, October 20 to Sunday, October 22. Just in time for a fall refresh and/or early holiday gifting, Framebridge design experts will be in town to help Nashvillians custom frame everything they love –
Oct 20-21: City Farmhouse Pop-Up Fair in Franklin, TN
The City Farmhouse Pop-up Fair is held the third weekend in October. It’s two days of antiquing and vintage finds held in Franklin, TN. It features 70 hand selected vendors from across the United States. Trust us – it’s worth the trip! Each year brings new celebrity talent, so check back for updates and information. Day passes
Oct 20: Fall to Table Dinner
Join Harvest Hands on October 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for a fundraising event celebrating ten years of community development in South Nashville. Enjoy locally-sourced, fall-inspired small plates, wines and cocktails from local chefs while listening to live jazz music. The event will be held at Harvest Hands at 155 B Old Hermitage
Oct 20-21: Wilderness – En Garde Arts
Wilderness is a pulsating new multimedia documentary theatre piece that speaks to our collective search for connection and hope, as families survive the extraordinary pressures and complexities that accompany coming of age in 21st Century America. The performance takes the audience to the high desert of southern Utah where peers unearth the courage to change.
Oct 21: Centennial Craft Fest
Head to the Musicians Corner area of Centennial Park on Saturday, October 21 for a fall celebration featuring 60 local artisans, plus music, children’s crafts & activities, food trucks, beer garden and more! The event is FREE and will be from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. www.centennialcraftfest.com
Oct 21: 4th Annual Hope & Possibility ® 5 Miler and 1 Miler
The Hope & Possibility® race is the signature race of Achilles International, an international 501(c)3 that brings together able-bodied runners with athletes with disabilities, welcoming all to the wonderful world of athletics. Athletes of all abilities, from elite runners to walkers and rollers, are welcome to this community-unifying event! Category-specific awards are given to the
Oct 21: Taking Root: A Community Tree Workshop and Free Tree Giveaway
Taking Root is a free, community tree workshop chocked full of timely tree information tailored for you and your neighbors. Presented by Nashville Tree Foundation and Metro Public Works, come learn about Metro’s tree code from Councilperson Angie Henderson, selecting beautiful trees from David Bates of Bates Nursery, how to organize a neighborhood tree planting from
Oct 21: James Beard Foundation’s Celebrity Chef Tour
Head to First Tennessee Park for a fantastic night of food and drink. Chef Ryan Poli has put together an amazing lineup of chefs that will be cooking a 7 course dinner for you. Guests will be seated along the first baseline at the ballpark and the chefs will be interacting with the guests. Tickets are
Oct 21: Fauxgerty Pop-Up
Come celebrate the grand opening of Amanda Valentine’s studio space on October 21 from noon to 6:00 p.m. The weekend will start with festivities showcasing Valentine’s East Nashville studio with support by George Dickel Tennessee Whisky and Little Harpeth Brewing. There will be a lot of Faux favorites along with new pieces that will be first available to
Oct 21: Centennial Craft Fest
The Conservancy for the Parthenon and Centennial Park presents a special event in on Saturday, October 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Join in on this free fall celebration featuring a variety of local food, drinks, music, and handmade goods. Centennial Craft Fest will take place in the Musician’s Corner & Cockrill Spring sections of Centennial Park, on
Oct 21: Tennessee Beer and Wine Festival
The 8th annual Tennessee Beer and Wine Festival will take place on Saturday, October 21 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the grounds of the historic Two Rivers Mansion in Donelson. The annual outdoor event raises funds for local non-profit organizations in the Hermitage and Donelson communities. Early bird tickets are available for $30 through Saturday, September 30. Guests
Oct 24: Heroes in Heels
Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors will be strutting their stuff on the runway, wearing the latest fall fashions from Dillard’s to raise money for the Maryland Farms After Breast Cancer (ABC) Program. ABC provides comprehensive exercise, nutrition and wellness services free of charge to breast cancer patients and survivors. Heroes in Heels will take place
Oct 7-26: Southern Narrative: The Art of Ke Francis
Master printmaker, painter and sculptor Ke Francis evokes the tragic effects of disaster, while simultaneously celebrating the resiliency of the human spirit, all within imagery which bears the artist’s marks of their creation. Imagery of tragedy and cataclysms such as tornadoes, animal traps, and wounded -soldiers- are juxtaposed with ancient symbols of victory (the goddess
Oct 7-30: “Masterheist” by Herb Williams at Rymer Gallery
Rymer Gallery is opening a new exhibition of crayon sculptures, “Masterheist” by Herb Williams. The exhibition opens during Downtown First Saturday Art Crawl on Saturday, October 7, and runs through October 30. Williams says of his work, “Picasso said, ‘Bad artists copy, good artists steal.’ Andy Warhol responded with, ‘Good artists copy, great artists steal.’ Banksy simply took Picasso’s quote
Oct 13-29: Boo at the Zoo
Nashville’s littlest ghosts and goblins are invited to dress up in their Halloween costume for Boo at the Zoo, presented by The Children’s Hospital at Centennial. Boo at the Zoo includes games, carousel rides, hayrides, a dance party, animal showers and more. Tickets are $13 for zoo members and $16 for nonmembers. Schedule Friday, October 13
Sep 23-Oct 29: Cheekwood Harvest
Cheekwood is celebrating all things fall during their Cheekwood Harvest. With plenty of activities for the family, it’s the perfect place to spend a crisp fall day. There will be more than 5,000 chrysanthemums in autumn hues, a fun scarecrow collection and pumpkins galore. With over 400 gourds, you can pick your favorite pumpkin to take
Sep 11-Dec 7: “Who Are We? Identity and the Contemporary Photographic Portrait”
An exhibition of contemporary photographic portraits opens the fall exhibition season at the Vanderbilt University Fine Arts Gallery on September 11, 2017. Who Are We? Identity and the Contemporary Photographic Portrait examines how, in our image-saturated world, photographs have increasingly played a primary role in shaping identity. An opening reception will be held on Friday, September 15 from 5:00
Sep 23-Nov 4: Bob Nugent’s “Ecos de Inhotim”
Since its inception in 1980, Cumberland Gallery has shown and handled the work of California artist Bob Nugent. For his seventh solo show here (excluding numerous group exhibits), Nugent presents a diverse breadth of new paintings and works on paper and veneer. Ecos de Inhotim is a continuation of the artist’s impressions of Brazil and
Oct 25: Surf, Turf & Spirits Dinner
Fin & Pearl has partnered with Bear Creek Farms for an evening of land and sea selections prepared by Executive Chef Matt Farley and expertly paired with spirited libations. They are proud to work with vendors that source sustainable ingredients. Whether it’s land or sea fare you fancy, this tasting menu will offer something for
Oct 25-26: Herend Trunk Show at Corzine & Co.
Corzine & Co. is having a Herend Trunk Show on Wednesday, October 25 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday, October 26 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Herend artist Marianna Steigervald will be there to demonstrate her painting expertise! Join them for door prizes, wine and more. www.corzineco.com
Oct 26: Pumpkin Carve
Pumpkin Carve is brought to you by the Neighbors of Alley 258 and is an annual community event and social gathering for East Nashville. Its overall goal is to bring attention to the vibrancy of the alley and its potential to be a cultural destination for the city. Pumpkin carving will begin at 6:00 p.m. and
Oct 26-27: America Responds: A Frist and Fisk Collaborative Gallery Tour
The Frist Center is proud to partner with Fisk University Galleries and Special Collections on “America Responds: A Collaborative Tour,” which will offer participants additional perspective on the artists who worked against the backdrop of war and global changes to society. The engaging guided tours include visits to both the Frist Center and Fisk University
Oct 26-28: Ironware Warehouse Sale
Usually exclusively available to the trade, Ironware is having a fall warehouse sale that is open to the public from October 26 to October 28. This exceptional sale will offer French hand forged iron items at 50% to 70% off retail pricing. Included in the sale will be candelabra, sconces, chandeliers, tables, beds, bar stools,
Oct 28: Komen Greater Nashville Race for the Cure
The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® Series is the world’s largest, most successful fundraising and education event for breast cancer. Of the money raised in the Greater Nashville Race Race for the Cure® 75% stays in the community to provide services to our residents. The remaining 25% goes directly to groundbreaking research and
Oct 28: Arthritis Foundation Bone Bash
The Arthritis Foundation of Tennessee is putting on a Halloween-themed fundraiser on Saturday, October 28 from 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at The Factory at Franklin. Participants can enjoy silent and live auctions with items like a guitar signed by Bruce Springsteen. The event will also include costume contests, games and live entertainment from DJ Robert Luke, who spun
Oct 28: Truth or Dare: A Halloween Party
21c Museum Hotel Nashville invites you to their first ever Halloween bash inspired by their current exhibition, Truth or Dare: A Reality Show. Get freaky with DJ AyDamn and prepare to be bewitched by fire and burlesque dancers, tarot card readings and more. Don’t fear, Gray & Dudley will be providing the hair-raising cocktails and
Oct 28: Acme’s Halloween Party
Join Acme for their infamous Halloween party! The first floor will have LUTHI and Sam McCrary & The Mix, while the third floor will feature DJ Sister Sprouse and DJ Brady. This is a 21+ event. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and tickets start at $15. Will you make it out alive or end up
Oct 28: Pumpkinfest
Pumpkinfest is Middle Tennessee’s largest family fall festival! It is returning for its 34th year on October 28, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. along Main Street in Downtown Franklin. There will be costume contests, pumpkin carving, live music, kids’ activities and plenty of food and drinks. With over 65,000 people, it’s sure to be a
Oct 28: Fall Harvest Celebration Party
Join City Winery for a toast to the season! They will have grape stomping stations, a photo booth to capture the moment, as well as barrel samples passed around to taste and scrumptious fall bites you won’t want to miss. The event will take place at City Winery at 3:00 p.m. and tickets are $25.
Oct 28: Fall Harvest Wine Dinner at City Winery
Join City Winery in toasting this year’s harvest with an intimate, candlelit dinner. At last, the season of entertaining and gathering indoors is upon us. A modern version of gathering round the hearth at a shared table, and we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than with our most valued friends and fans.
Oct 31: Dive-In Movies at Pinewood Social, Beetlejuice
Join us for free movie night at Pinewood Social, this time showing Beetlejuice! Movie starts at 9 p.m., with a few special menu items being offered that compliment the theme of the movie. www.pinewoodsocial.com/happenings
Nov 1 – Nov 19: Junior League of Nashville’s Shop | Save | Support
This event kicks off Junior League of Nashville’s Shop | Save | Support shopping period! Shop | Save | Support is a fundraiser presented by the Junior League of Nashville offering the sale of a shopping card, providing discounts at over 150 participating merchants for a designated three week shopping period. This kickoff event is a
Nov 2: Napa Valley Then & Now Wine Pairing with Kelli White
Join City Winery and Author/ Sommelier, Kelli White as they journey through the last 100 years in Napa. Get the opportunity to meet the author on this rare trip to Nashville and learn about the rise of Napa’s wine industry from its earliest days to its current glory. Taste a special selection of boutique and
Nov 3-Nov 5: “Love the Lake, Love the Land” Art Show at Radnor Lake
The Friends of Radnor Lake and The Chestnut Group, a Nashville-based nonprofit organization of plein air painters, will host the popular biannual fundraising art show, Love the Lake, Love the Land from November 3 to November 5 at Radnor Lake Walter Criley Visitor Center. The event will go from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each
Nov 4: Wanderlust 108
Wanderlust 108, the world’s only “mindful triathlon,” returns to Nashville on November 4, 2017. Wanderlust’s signature triathlon, which is produced in partnership with adidas, attracts thousands for a five-kilometer run (or walk), an outdoor 90-minute yoga class, and a guided meditation. Mindful triathletes will also enjoy music, artisanal vendors, local foods and many surprises throughout the
