10.19.2023

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Weekend Forecast

🌧️ Expect a chance of rain on Saturday and temps in the high 40s.

Howdy, Nashville — Skylar here. The chilly weather has me curling up inside most days. Between this and one of my 2024 goals being to learn a new craft, I’m eyeing tickets to the hand embroidery class on Sunday. Keep scrolling for eight other upcoming events.

From the editor

Two people hold dry ciders up in front of a walkway arch with string lights dangling down from the top.

A TGI(almost)F cheers to you. | Photo by NASHtoday

T-minus 13 work hours stand between you and the weekend, Nashville. Are you ready?

City Editor Skylar here, and I’m especially looking forward to Light the Nations. The 7th annual event returns to 51st Avenue on Saturday, Oct. 21 (2-10 p.m.) with a stacked entertainment lineup, over 30 local vendors (like gold + ivy, TNT Goods, and Made in Glass), food trucks (hello Bad Luck Burger Club, Bondi Bowls, and more) + various other family-friendly activities. If you need us, we’ll be cheering on the pups at the Glow in the Dark Pet Parade at 7 p.m.

Not your thing? Keep scrolling for 10 more weekend must-dos.

Events

Friday, Oct. 20

Fridays by the River | Friday, Oct. 20 | 3-8 p.m. | Shelby Park - Riverview Shelter, 1900 Davidson St. | Cost of purchase | Head to the last fall date of Fridays by the River for a family-friendly beer garden with yard games, food trucks, and music.
Pumpkin Patch Parties | Friday, Oct. 20 | 4-7 p.m. | Mill Ridge Park, 12944 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch | Free | Paint pumpkins, build scarecrows, play lawn games, and eat seasonal treats.

Saturday, Oct. 21

Halloween Pooch Party | Saturday, Oct. 21-Sunday, Oct. 22 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, 1200 Forrest Park Dr. | $22+ | Dress up your pup for costume contests + enjoy special treats from dog-friendly vendors.
The Southern Festival of Books | Saturday, Oct. 21-Sunday, Oct. 22 | Times vary | Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, 600 James Robertson Pkwy. | Free | Join 150 authors for panel sessions, discussions, and readings from a wide variety of genres.
Tennessee Beer Wine & Shine Festival | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 12-5 p.m. | Two Rivers Mansion, 3130 McGavock Pk. | $65+ | Admission includes a commemorative glass and 3-ounce samples from local, regional, and national breweries + expect live music and artisan booths — designated driver tickets are $17.

Sunday, Oct. 22

Fall Fest | Sunday, Oct. 22 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Southern Grist Brewing Co., 5012 Centennial Blvd. | Cost of purchase | This family-friendly event boasts face painting, a photo booth, a local fall market, and an outdoor beer garden.
The 1975 | Sunday, Oct. 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville | $49+ | The English pop band will perform on their “Still ... at their Very Best” tour with special guest Dora Jar.
Open Streets Nashville | Sunday, Oct. 22 | North Nashville’s Arthur Avenue | Free | Open Streets temporarily closes the streets to cars to encourage people to reconnect to their communities and support local businesses — bring your bikes, scooters, and skateboards.

Plan Ahead

2nd Annual Halloween Costume Bike Ride | Thursday, Oct. 26 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Patagonia Nashville, 601 Overton St. | Free | Dress in costume for this 8-mile ride through areas of downtown and Midtown.
Nashville Tequila Festival | Friday, Oct. 27 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | oneC1TY, 8 City Blvd. | $49+ | The festival features 50+ types of tequila and mezcal for tasting, a photo booth, skull face-painting, a costume contest, tacos, a DJ dance party, and more.

Events calendar here

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Great Escapes

Our guide to Rapid City, SD

Great Escapes: Our guide to Rapid City, SD

A view from the summit of Black Elk Peak in South Dakota

The hike is worth the view from the top. | Photo via LALtoday

Drive through Badlands National Park, hike in the Black Hills, and drink Shirley Temples around the Saloon No. 10 table where Wild Bill Hickok met his end. If this sounds like your kind of adventure, pay Rapid City, SD a visit.

Why go: Secret hike, anyone? Poet’s Table trail is unmarked, but you can find a helpful guide (with pictures) online.
Experience: Ride the 1880 Train through the Black Hills Forest for views of Black Elk Peak, old mining encampments, and more — the two-hour, 20-mile ride is narrated by local historians.
Explore: View wildlife from the safety of your car at Bear Country.
Vrbo: Rustic Black Hills Retreat, panoramic views and on-site wildlife viewing. (~$188/night)*

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Seasonal

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Tech

Meet the cutest charger we’ve ever seen: This mini portable iPhone charger that can save your battery when you’re on the go.

Answered

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