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14 of the top free things to do in Nashville
No cash? No problem. Whether you are spending a day or a lifetime in Nashville, these are some of the best offerings that won’t break the bank.
August 06, 2025 04:19 PM
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STAFF
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Explore Nashville’s history with self-guided walking and driving tours
Take yourself on a tour through Nashville’s past and present.
June 18, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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How well do you know Nashville trivia?
We’re bringing you 19 fun facts about the Music City, so you’ll want to quiz yourself whether you’re a trivia fiend or local enthusiast.
June 6, 2025
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Skylar Webb
The curved brick building of the Neuhoff District in Nashville with people walking outside.
Real Estate
The winners of Nashville’s 49th annual Preservation Awards
It wouldn’t be National Preservation Month without the Metropolitan Historical Commission’s annual celebration of local preservation projects.
May 27, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
Statue of Athena in gold armor holding Nike, inside the Parthenon replica in Nashville, with columns and skylight above.
Culture
Nashville’s Parthenon celebrates Athena’s 35th birthday
The museum will host festivities including talks, tours, and a sketching activity that will honor the 42-ft replica statue.
May 15, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A woman in a white dress sings into a microphone onstage with a band behind her in a scene from “Nashville.”
Culture
Belcourt turns 100 with a series spotlighting Nashville on film
The Belcourt Theater opens its centennial celebration with a film series on Nashville’s screen history — and there’s more ahead.
May 14, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Real Estate
Own a piece of the historic Ernest Tubb Record Shop
As the new owners begin restoring the iconic Broadway venue, they’re offering Nashvillians a unique opportunity to help preserve its legacy.
April 30, 2025
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Skylar Webb
A film photo of the front exterior of Sulphur Dell. A sign on the facade reads: Slphur Dell: Baseball's Most Historic Park Since 1870." Below that, another sign shows game times for two Memphis vs. Vols matchups that day.
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Sulphur Dell: A key player in North Nashville’s baseball backstory
As we celebrate 10 years of First Horizon Park in 2025, we’re looking back at baseball’s century-long history in the neighborhood at the Sulphur Dell ballpark.
April 24, 2025
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Skylar Webb
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Quiz: Which Opryland USA ride are you?
Miss Opryland? Take our quiz to see if you’re the Grizzly River Rampage, Screamin’ Delta Demon, Sky Ride, or the Wabash Cannonball.
March 26, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A fish eye lens photo from the fifth row of the upper deck of the stands at First Horizon Park, positioned directly behind home plate. The stands are full and a player is preparing to bat.
Sports
On deck at First Horizon Park: Nashville Sounds’ 2025 season
We can already taste the Band Box Dog and TailGate Sounds Pink Lemonade Shandy. Here’s what to know when Nashville’s MiLB team hits the field for the first time this season on Friday, March 28.
March 25, 2025
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Skylar Webb
A screenshot of the traffic island splitting Dickerson Pike with its stone "Dickerson Pike" sign and two bronze bison statues in view.
City
Back when bison roamed Middle Tennessee
Believe it or not, bison were once native to Tennessee, especially in areas like North Nashville where “salt licks” were present.
March 5, 2025
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Skylar Webb
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Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up makes a stop in Nashville
Step into a lush, tropical oasis to enjoy a day of luxe shopping, sips, and bites in Wedgewood-Houston.
September 11, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Travel and Outdoors
Prepare for leaf peeping with Nashville’s fall foliage forecast
The question on everyone’s mind… When will Nashville see peak fall colors?
September 9, 2025
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Love is in the air at these Nashville mobile bookstores
These three mobile bookstores specialize in romance novels and other literary finds.
September 8, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
5 Spirit Halloween stores come to the Nashville area
The store finds vacant retail spaces and signs temporary leases to set up shop leading up to Halloween — but locations can change each year.
September 2, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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City
Nashville’s Commuter Challenge: walk, bike, bus — and win
Not ready to log trips? You can also explore Nashville’s transit options at free events this month.
September 2, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Nashville visitors spent $11.2B in 2024 — here’s what that could buy
From pizza slices to movie tickets, here’s how to picture Nashville’s record tourism spending.
August 28, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Nashville
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
August 26, 2025
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Fall festivals, foodie events, and Halloween fun in Nashville
Fall festival season in Nashville, Tennessee is right around the corner. Add these local events to your calendar to stay busy until the leaves are no longer crunchy.
August 21, 2025
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Titans football: Your guide to game day
Football is back. Here’s how to get to the games, tailgate like a pro, and cheer on the Tennessee Titans this 2025 NFL season.
August 18, 2025
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STAFF
Aerial view of a lodge-style estate with stone accents, green roofs, and a central tower surrounded by trees.
This Franklin estate has hosted Grammy winners — and it’s for sale
“For decades, this space has fostered creativity and focus, allowing artists to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life,” the listing reads.
August 15, 2025