Eat

• 23 vegan + vegetarian restaurants
• 29 cozy coffee shops
• 53 brunches to start your weekend
• 14 lunches for around $10 or less
• 45 happy hours for the 21+ crowd
• 31+ alcohol-free options for the sober-curious

Shop

• 15 farmers markets for fresh produce
• 25 thrift, consignment, and vintage stores

Explore

• 8 hiking trails
• 12 iconic Nashville landmarks
• 20 parks
• 30 meaningful murals

Learn

• 16 books by authors with Nashville ties
• 17 must-visit museums
• 15 interesting facts about Music City
• 17 guided tours

• Cool Treats Happy Hour | Monday, Aug. 21-Thursday, Aug. 31 | 2-5 p.m. | Crisp & Green, 1020 Church St., Ste. A100 | Cost of purchase | For a limited time this month, Crisp & Green will offer BOGO on smoothies and acai bowls.

• Around the World Cocktail Class | Tuesday, Aug. 22 | 6 p.m. | One More Cocktail Club in Assembly Food Hall, 5055 Broadway | $65 | This week’s stop is Italy — guests can expect a welcome cocktail, swag bag, and to craft two themed cocktails guided by a mixologist from Campari.
• Nashville Songwriter’s Showcase | Tuesday, Aug. 22 | 6-10 p.m. | Commodore Grille, 2613 West End Ave. | Free | See 12 artists perform before you participate in the open round beginning at 9 p.m. — sign-ins start at 5:45 p.m. with limited space.

• ACM Honors | Wednesday, Aug. 23 | 6:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $120+ | The evening, hosted by Carly Pearce, features live performances and honors stars like Clint Black, Kane Brown, Mary Chapin Carpenter, and more.
• Dinner Series | Wednesday, Aug. 23 | 6:30 p.m. | Bob’s Steak & Chop House, 250 5th Ave. S. | $115 | Indulge in a multi-course meal with choices like sea bass crudo and duck mousse pate paired with Nashville Barrel Company libations.

• National Waffle Day | Thursday, Aug. 24 | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | Waldo’s Chicken and Beer, Locations vary | $12.99 | The restaurant will serve chicken and waffles in honor of National Waffle Day all day long at its Nashville and Franklin locations.

• Songwriters Under the Stars | Friday, Aug. 25-Sunday, Aug. 27 | 7 p.m. | Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Dr. | $65+ | The concert features Jon Nite, Josh Osborne, and Chris DeStefano sharing songs and stories accompanied by the Music City Symphony.

• Nashville SC fell to Inter Miami CF in Saturday’s Leagues Cup final at GEODIS Park after 10 rounds of penalty kicks. The team will resume regular season play when they visit Atlanta on Saturday, Aug. 26 before returning home in September. (Nashville Post)

• Green Hills’ Cole’s Kitchen — 2201 Bandywood Dr. — announced its last day of service will be Saturday, Aug. 26. Visit the restaurant during its last week from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and keep an eye on social media for updates on food availability and specials.

• We’re spilling the beans. In case you missed it, Honest Coffee Roasters celebrated the grand opening of its new, redesigned location inside The Factory at Franklin. The brand joined forces with Franklin Juice Co., so you can find both businesses under the same roof.

• Sara Evans was invited to become the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry last week during her sold-out concert celebrating 20 years of “Restless” at Ryman Auditorium. She will be formally inducted during the Opry’s 98th birthday event on Saturday, Oct. 7. (The Tennessean)

• Following extra outs on championship Sunday of the PBR Team Series’ matchup at Bridgestone Arena, the Kansas City Outlaws delivered a 90-point ride to win Stampede Days, also bringing them to No. 3 in the league. Nashville tied for second.

• In honor of the Halloween season, Franklin Theatre will host its first-ever “Fear Fest.” Movie buffs can choose to see as many as 13 themed flicks in October. Pencil in “The Addams Family” (Oct. 22), “Hocus Pocus” (Oct. 28), or “Halloween” (Oct. 31). See the full lineup.

• Save the date. Porter Flea opens applications for its holiday market — the 25th market — beginning Tuesday, Sept. 12. The application window will be open through Sunday, Oct. 15.

• Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

• Hi-Wire Brewing, 820 Division St.
• JW Marriott Nashville, 201 8th Ave. S.
• Jasper’s, 1918 West End Ave.
• Germantown Inn, 1218 6th Ave. N.
• Five Points Pizza West, 4100 Charlotte Ave.