Plus, the Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival is this Saturday.
 
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🥬 Lettuce talk farmers markets
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This could be your haul at the 12 South Farmers Market. | Photo by @genamin_
Get ready to fill up your reusable shopping bags with fruits and veggies, Music City. In the spirit of supporting all things local, we’ve rounded up 13 farmers markets in the Nashville area where you’ll find fresh food, live music, and local vendors.

12 South Farmers Market | Tuesdays, May-October | 4-7 p.m. | Sevier Park, 3021 Lealand Ln.
  • Features: ~70 vendors, live music, food trucks, family activities, and themed markets
  • Parking: Sevier Park parking lot and free street parking
Farmin’ in the Hall | Thursdays, May-September | 4:30-7 p.m. | 451 Hogan Rd.
  • Features: ~30-40 vendors, live music, and food trucks
  • Parking: Crievewood United Methodist Church parking lot
  • Special events: The kiddos will enjoy climbing on the playground equipment behind the church.
Richland Park Farmers Market | Saturdays, year-round | April-December (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) and January-March (10 a.m.-12 p.m.) | Richland Park, 4601 Charlotte Pk.
  • Features: Over 80 local vendors specializing in produce, cheese, meat and seafood, prepared foods, home goods, and more
  • Parking: Free on-site parking and street parking
Farmers market shoppers stop inside tents to look at vendors' products at the East Nashville Farmers Market.

Do you like to shop for produce, crafts, self care items, or all of the above at the market?

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Photo by @eastnashvillefarmersmarket

East Nashville Farmers Market | Tuesdays, April-December | April-October (3:30-6:30 p.m.) and November-December (3:30-6 p.m.) | 511 Woodland St.
  • Features: Over 50 vendors selling veggies, fresh-cut flowers, dairy, baked goods, body care, art, and vintage items
  • Parking: Free parking in the lot at the corner of 6th & Main Street and across the street at the First Church of the Nazarene
Wedgewood-Houston Farmers Market | Wednesdays, May-December | 5-8 p.m. | The Outfield, 416 Chestnut Ave.
  • Features: 40+ local farmers, bakers, chefs, food trucks, and makers
  • Parking: Garage parking off of 4th Avenue
 
Asked
 
How much revenue do farmers markets and on-farm stores bring in across the US?
A. $1.6 million
B. $10.6 million
C. $1.9 billion
D. $2.9 billion
 
 
Events
 
Thursday, April 11
  • Mitski | Thursday, April 11-Saturday, April 13 | 8 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $61+ | The artist will be joined by Sunny War on Thursday, Julia Jacklin on Friday, and Cowboy Junkies on Saturday.
  • Author Event: James Patterson | Thursday, April 11 | 6:30 p.m. | Vanderbilt University’s Langford Auditorium, 2209 Garland Ave. | $35 | James Patterson will discuss his new book, “The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians,” in conversation with John M. Seigenthaler.
Friday, April 12
  • Dawson, Price, and Gershwin’s America | Friday, April 12-Sunday, April 14 | Times vary | Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Pl. | $20+ | Of note, you’ll hear Jean-Yves Thibaudet join the symphony for its centennial celebration of “Rhapsody in Blue.”
Saturday, April 13
  • Touch-a-Truck | Saturday, April 13 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd. | Free | Children have the chance to touch heavy machinery and speak with the people who operate the equipment — a quieter hour with reduced noises takes place in the first hour.
  • Soul of the City Food Festival | Saturday, April 13-Sunday, April 14 | 12-5 p.m. | Hadley Park, 1037 28th Ave. N., Shelter 2 | Cost of purchase | Indulge in food truck eats, visit vendors, play games, and more.
Sunday, April 14
  • Beginner’s Introduction to Loom Knitting | Sunday, April 14 | 1-3:30 p.m. | Diskin Cider, 1235 Martin St. | $72 | Learn how to knit on a round loom in this beginner level class.
  • Wife of the Party | Sunday, April 14 | 5 p.m. | Zanies, 2025 8th Ave. S. | $20 | LeeAnn Kreischer is an open book on subjects like family, motherhood, mental health, and what it’s like to be married to comedian Bert Kreischer.
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News Notes
 
Coming Soon
  • Cledis Burgers & Beer Garden owner Shane Nasby is opening a second location this fall. The new Bellevue outpost (7648 Hwy. 70 S.) will offer an extended food and beverage menu and an interior inspired by 80s and 90s pop culture. Cledis opened on Elm Hill Pike in 2022.
Development
  • A two-building mixed-use development could take shape on James Robertson Parkway. The project will incorporate 260+ residences, a 185-room Moxy hotel, a parking garage, and over 17,000 sqft of retail, according to plans submitted to Metro. (Nashville Post)
Edu
  • Belmont’s Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business is expanding on Music Row thanks to a $58 million gift from its namesake. Renovation work is underway, and later, the college plans to break ground on a new 75,000-sqft building with an event venue, coffee shop, and more.
Announced
  • Elvis has entered the building Ryman Auditorium. The venue unveiled a temporary exhibit commemorating 70 years since Presley’s first and only Grand Ole Opry appearance. Snag a daytime tour ticket to see suits worn by the King of Rock and Roll and other artifacts. (The Tennessean)
Concert
  • Aerosmith’s “Peace Out” farewell tour with The Black Crowes has a new Nashville date: Sunday, Oct. 20 at Bridgestone Arena. If you don’t want to miss a thing, remaining tickets go on sale tomorrow, April 12.
Plan Ahead
  • Say yes to the musical. The creative team behind “Say Yes to the Dress” will premiere a new musical comedy inspired by the hit TV series. The show opens on Friday, April 26 at Dream Nashville’s Dirty Little Secret. Tickets are on sale.
Try This
  • This Sunday, April 14 is the last day you can submit a poem for our NASHtoday Poetry Contest. Using words from our Wednesday, April 3 newsletter, create an original poem of 75 words or less — we’ll narrow down the finalists and allow you all to vote on the winner.
Giveaway
Plan Ahead
  • Psst — Taxes are almost due. Use E-file for quick, online filing. Plus, file your federal taxes for free with its basic software plan.*
 
 
Festival
 
🌸 Stop and smell the cherry blossoms
A birds eye view of the Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival with vendor tents set up around the park.
Over 100 vendors will set up around Public Square Park. | Photo via Metro Nashville
Celebrate spring’s gift of blooming pink blossoms at the Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival. The annual Japanese cultural festival takes over downtown’s Public Square Park on Saturday, April 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In addition to music and dance performances, cultural and martial arts demonstrations, a marketplace, and children’s activities, make note of the following events:
  • Cherry Blossom Walk | The 2.5-mile course begins and ends at Public Square Park; arrive by 9:30 a.m.
  • Pups in Pink Parade | The parade departs the Proverbs 12:10 tent at 9:30 a.m. prior to the best-dressed contest at the Union Street Stage.
  • Lecture Series | Presented by the Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville
Bookmark the festival map for a detailed view of activities and vendors.
 
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