What everyone’s talking about:

The best way to watch from home:

The games worth getting tickets to:

Your must-bring stadium items:

• Your ticket. Download or update the Tennessee Titans mobile app for the game day info + mobile ticketing.
• A clear sling bag or clear purse to breeze through security.
• Titans gear. If your wardrobe is lacking in team spirit, shop this fitted ball cap and this Oilers throwback jersey.

A quick Nissan Stadium survival guide:

• Take a game day train ride and shuttle service via The Titans Express and InShuttle with round-trip tickets costing $15.
• Parking passes are sold out — if you have one, here’s how to get to each lot.
• Fans of legal drinking age can sign a pledge to become designated drivers for their group — this earns you a token redeemable for free soft drinks at concessions.

Your best tailgate ever:

• Enjoy three tailgate recipes by local chefs.
• Ensure you always have shade with this covered and easily portable chair.
• Power your grills and slow cookers with this tried-and-true generator.
• Keep drinks cold — no ice required — with a Kanga Cooler.
• Party sustainably with Pirani Life tumblers.

• John Oates: An Evening of Songs and Stories Featuring Guthrie Trapp | Wednesday, Sept. 6 | 8 p.m. | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S. | $54.80+ | John Oates, joined by standout Nashville guitarist Guthrie Trapp, will perform an intimate concert offering a blend of blues, folk, and hit songs.

• 2023 Southern Festival of Books Preview | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 6:30 p.m. | Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pk. | Free | Humanities Tennessee and Parnassus Books will preview authors attending this year’s festival – registration required.
• Tenacious D | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 8 p.m. | FirstBank Amphitheater, 4525 Graystone Quarry Ln., Franklin | $49.55+ | Jack Black and Kyle Gass perform their comedy rock live.

• Nashville Home Show | Friday, Sept. 8-Sunday, Sept. 10 | Times vary | Music City Center, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way S. | $8+ | Special features include live appearances from the “Queen of Theme” Bugsy Drake, Providence Tiny Homes, a DIY terrarium building station, and more.
• The Nashville Fair | Friday, Sept. 8-Sunday, Sept. 17 | Times vary | The Fairgrounds Nashville, 401 Wingrove St. | $8+ | Now in its second year, The Nashville Fair brings 10 days full of carnival rides, livestock events, contests, music, and more.

• Bark ‘n Splash Bash | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 9-11:30 a.m. | Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Dr., Spring Hill | $20 | Pups will have the chance to paddle and play at this event supporting Williamson County Animal Center.
• Celebration of Schools Parade and Fair | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 4-7 p.m. | Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way | Free | Schools and students will parade down Titans Way followed by food, giveaways, and activities.

• Logan Ledger In-store Performance & Signing | Sunday, Sept. 10 | 2 p.m. | The Groove, 1103 Calvin Ave. | Free | Join the record store for a special backyard performance celebrating Logan Ledger’s new album, “Golden State.”

• Featuring three charming houses crafted from pumpkins.

• Adorned with thousands of chrysanthemums + pumpkins, the garden makes the perfect backdrop for family photos. Pro tip: The showstopper is the debut of the 8-foot-tall pumpkin-shaped topiary, the P’mumkin, a collaborative masterpiece made from 400 containers of mums.

• Nashvillians can sample seasonal beers, specialty cocktails, and tasty treats while enjoying live music.

• Gather with friends each weekend from noon to 2 p.m. and enjoy full-band sets, drinks + local food trucks.

• The Japanese Moon Viewing festival: September 24
• Music City Rose Show: October 14 + 15
• Halloween Pooch Party: October 21 + 22
• El Día de Los Muertos festival: October 28 + 29

• Tenn Properties officially broke ground on a 90-acre office park in Gallatin. The development — located at the intersection of Airport and Cairo Road — will feature ~15 buildings across 900,000 sqft, plus green spaces with walking paths and space for food trucks. (Nashville Business Journal)

• World of Beer opens its Nashville location tomorrow, Sept. 7. The restaurant chain is known to offer up to 50 beers on tap and will become the first commercial tenant in the tower at 2006 West End Ave.

• The Iberian Pig is set to open on Tuesday, Sept. 12 in the Gulch at 607 Overton St. The Atlanta-based restaurant specializes in Spanish-style tapas and charcuterie spreads.

• Itching for the Preds’ new season to get underway? The team will play an intrasquad scrimmage at Clarksville’s F&M Bank Arena on Thursday, Sept. 28. The Gold Star Showcase benefits the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. Tickets are on sale.

• Hey, Maxxinistas. Nashville’s newest T.J. Maxx is set to open in Opry Mills on Sunday, Sept. 10. The discount retail chain will take over a 23,500-sqft space in between Sunglass Hut and the LOFT Outlet.

• I scream, you scream. Hattie Jane’s Creamery released its fall flavors and a collaboration ice cream. The brown sugar and cookie dough flavor celebrates author Katie Jacobs’ upcoming cookbook. Other seasonal additions include toasted s’mores and dairy-free salted caramel with apple butter.

• The Adventure Park at Nashville announced its autumn events schedule taking place in October. All Glow in the Park appointments feature a “fall festival” or “Halloween” theme. Other special dates include Iron Squirrel (Oct. 8) and the “Eyeball” Scavenger Hunt (Oct. 13-29).

• Campione’s, a Gallatin restaurant specializing in Vienna Beef hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, and pizzas, will celebrate its 15th anniversary next week (Sept. 11-16) with specials each day.

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• Before you start cheering for your favorite team, make sure you have the perfect game day gear. From sunglasses to earrings, shop Six & Main’s tailgate collection.

• Looking for a new coffee, candle, or moisturizer? We’ve got you covered. Shop some of Six & Main’s new arrivals. There’s something for everyone.

• The internet’s favorite tumbler — the 40-oz. Stanley Quencher — is in stock in cute colors like pool, jade, and orchid.

• Four Sigmatic’s organic protein powder is the ultimate smoothie booster. It contains 18 grams of protein and 1500 milligrams of adaptogens per serving — nourishing your mind + body.

• It doesn’t get more luxurious than the Drowsy sleep mask, which is silky smooth on skin and completely light-blocking for the deepest sleep.