Let us paint you a picture: Nashville’s Wedgewood-Houston and Chestnut Hill neighborhoods filled with public art installations, music, and shopping — it must mean Artville is back the weekend of Sept. 27-29.
Now in its second year, the festival takes over public spaces, art galleries, and area businesses, showcasing artists from Nashville and beyond.
Brush up on the highlights
- Artville is free to attend and does not require a ticket for entry. The Preview Party is a ticketed event ($45) and includes access to the unveiling of 20 public art installations, drinks, light bites, and live music.
- There’s art everywhere, from the sides of buildings and inside art galleries to site-specific art installations around the neighborhood. Get to know the artists + view the participating galleries.
- It’s a family-friendly event. Check out the kid’s + family activities schedule — Little Art House, Frist Art Museum, and Nashville Children’s Theatre will be there.
- It wouldn’t be a festival without local eats, and lucky for us, there will be onsite food trucks.
3 more Artville events
American Artisan | Friday, Sept. 27-Sunday, Sept. 29 | Times vary | Shop fine art and contemporary crafts from 20+ vendors.
Artville Talks | Saturday, Sept. 28 | Times vary | Visit David Lusk Gallery, Zeitgeist, and Julia Martin Gallery to hear local artists speak on topics such as “Designing Your Home for Your Art Collection” and “What Do You Do With An Idea?”
Zine City Fest | Saturday, Sept. 28-Sunday, Sept. 29 | Times vary | Browse zines, artist books, indie comics, and more outside of The Packing Plant on Saturday + participate in presentations and workshops at Jackalope on Sunday.
Are you ready to celebrate Nashville’s art community? Save the event schedule and check out our Instagram Reel from last year’s Artville.
