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The most local events in Nashville, TN
A view of the Nashville skyline from the Cumberland River.
Check out our events calendar for something to do every day of the week. | Photo by @cj.design
You asked, we’re answering. A new and improved NASHtoday events calendar is here.

Or maybe you didn’t realize we even had an events calendar — consider this your ticket to the most fun and relevant events in Nashville, including:
  • AmericanaFest | Tues., Sept. 13-Sat., Sept. 17 | Times vary | Locations vary | $175+ | The annual festival will showcase 200+ artists and bands at venues across Nashville.
  • “Rent” | Fri., Sept. 16-Sun., Sept. 25 | Times vary | TPAC, James K. Polk Theater | $50+ | See Nashville Rep’s production of this iconic musical about young artists struggling through life in Lower Manhattan’s East Village.
  • Nashville Food Faire | Sat., Sept. 17 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | oneC1TY Nashville | Free | Shop from 50+ local vendors selling provisions like infused olive oils, handmade pastas, hot sauces, and jams.
  • St. Jude Walk/Run | Sat., Sept. 24 | 8:30 a.m. | Nissan Stadium + virtual | Free+ | Runners are encouraged to raise funds for St. Jude as an individual or in teams.
  • Hispanic Heritage Festival | Sat., Sept. 24 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Nashville Zoo | $17+ | The festival, hosted in partnership with Conexión Américas, will include dance performances, puppet shows, and live music.
As Nashvillians ourselves, we love making sure that Music City has access to the most robust, relevant, and hyperlocal events calendar possible. In part, we rely on readers like you to keep us in the loop — start submitting your events now. (Just like before, you can add your event to our calendar for free. We’ve also added a few new paid promotional opportunities to take advantage of as well, starting at just $15.)

In addition to the hundreds of events that you can discover each month on our website, each issue of our newsletter features a dedicated events section, with our curated editorial picks for the upcoming week, organized by day. Keep scrolling just a little bit and you’ll see what we mean. Pro tip: Click the link to see our full calendar if you want to start planning ahead.

Want to know which events we’re most excited about? Your friendly neighborhood City Editors (👋 that’s us, Dylan + Skylar) can often be found out and about at the newest restaurant openings, football games, festivals, and fairs — see what we’re up to in the Wrap section at the bottom of each newsletter or by following us on Instagram @theNASHtoday. Click the button below to bookmark your best events for September. ⤵️
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Today
  • Frist at Home: Knights in Armor | Thurs., Sept. 8 | 1:30-2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Learn more about the museum’s “Knights in Armor” exhibit from the comfort of your home. ⚔️
  • Titans Battle of the Bands | Thurs., Sept. 8 | 6 p.m. | Skydeck at Assembly Food Hall | $15 | Five bands will compete for the chance to play at a Titans 2022 home game + win other prizes.
Friday
  • Gimme Gimme Disco | Fri., Sept. 9 | 9 p.m. | Brooklyn Bowl | $20+ | Calling all dancing queens for a disco party inspired by ABBA.
  • Food & Flick | Fri., Sept. 9 | 5-10 p.m. | Charlie Daniels Park, 1075 Charlie Daniels Pkwy., Mt. Juliet | Free | This month’s movie is “The Mitchells vs. The Machines” — food trucks and concessions will be available.
Saturday
  • TN Writers | TN Stories | Sat., Sept. 10 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Tennessee State Museum | Free | Author Jeff Zentner will read from and discuss his award-winning young adult novel, “In the Wild Light.” 📖
  • Nashville SC vs. LA Galaxy | Sat., Sept. 10 | 2:30 p.m. | GEODIS Park | $21+ | Cheer on the Boys in Gold as the MLS regular season begins to wind down.
Sunday
  • Musician Spotlight: Pam Gadd | Sun., Sept. 11 | 1-1:45 p.m. | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum | Free+ | Banjo player Pam Gadd has been featured on six Porter Wagoner albums + released three albums as a solo artist. 🪕
We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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Weather
  • 84º | Sunny | 10% chance of rain
Coming Soon
  • Slim & Husky’s is opening a new location this month inside Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown (300 20th Ave. N.). The new spot will serve pizza, salads, and cinnamon rolls + offer kiosk and online ordering. Stay tuned for the opening date. 🍕
Announced
  • The nominees for the 56th Annual CMA Awards have been announced, with first-time nominee Lainey Wilson topping the list with six nominations. Artists to note with five nominations each include Ashley McBryde, Carly Pearce, and Chris Stapleton. See the full list.
Eat
  • Church & Union will celebrate its first year in business with a special dinner + a late night bash on Thurs., Sept. 15. In addition to the full dinner menu, guests will receive four complimentary surprise dishes created by each chef + a welcome beverage. Reservations can be made here. 🥘
Plan Ahead
  • Nashville Zoo announced that Boo at the Zoo will be returning for two weeks this October (Fri., Oct. 14-Sun., Oct. 30). The event features fall activities, trick-or-treating, and special animal shows. Tickets are now on sale.
Award
  • Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp CEO Butch Spyridon will be inducted to the Events Industry Council’s Hall of Leaders, a lifetime achievement award for individuals who have helped shaped the global business events sector (think: hospitality, travel, and conventions). 🏆
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September coffee classes in Nashville, TN
A cup of coffee at The Well Coffeehouse
Learn how to make a cup of your favorite coffee. | Photo via @wellcoffeehouse
Coffee is in session. If you have ever wondered how the barista at your favorite coffee shop makes the best cup of joe, we’re going to let you in on a secret. Several shops around town host coffee classes each month exploring a variety of brew methods. We’ve pulled together a few September classes below to help get you started.
  • Want to perfect your pour over? 8th and Roast is hosting its Mastering Pour Over class on Fri., Sept. 16 at the Charlotte Avenue location. You’ll also learn how to make the coffee shop’s house V60 recipe. Reserve tickets for $45.
  • The Well is launching cupping classes this month at its roastery and coffee lab (5000 Linbar Dr.). In this one-hour class, you will learn how to taste + evaluate coffee like a pro. Sign up for $50 classes — offered on three dates in September and throughout the year.
  • Crema Coffee Roasters offers a variety of coffee classes each month. September’s offerings include everything from Intro to Roasting to an Espresso Drink Master Class. Tickets range from $45-$190.
Looking ahead to fall, Bongo Java plans to introduce coffee cupping classes (think: what gives a particular coffee its blueberry essence or earthy undertones).
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Today’s edition was written by City Editor Dylan.

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