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82º | 0% chance of precipitation | Sunrise 6:30 a.m. | Sunset 6:51 p.m.

 

The question on everyone’s mind…

A fall view of the water surrounded by trees at Radnor Lake State Natural Area.
This fall view of Radnor Lake never gets old. | Photo by @jessleeberigan
... When will Nashville see peak fall colors?

Sweater weather is around the corner, but we still have a few days before autumn officially starts on Sunday, Sept. 22. With help from the Farmer’s Almanac, we’re crunching the leaves — ahem, dates — early so you know the best time to take a scenic hike, drive, or weekend vacay.

Foliage forecast

It’s shaping up to be a typical fall in Nashville, with West Tennessee offering some of the state’s best leaf peeping this year. Nashvillians can expect peak colors at home from late October to early November:
  • Take a look around — the first yellow leaves are popping up now and will continue to develop around Middle Tennessee into October.
  • Orange leaves are expected to emerge around the first week of November, quickly followed by vibrant red foliage.
  • Leaves will gradually turn brown from mid to late November as trees get ready for winter.
A cabin with a red roof surrounded by trees covered with yellow and green leaves.

This Monteagle view is just an ~80-mile drive down I-24. | Photo via Airbnb

Plan your seasonal travel

There’s no shortage of local hiking trails to admire Music City in the fall — but sometimes it’s best to get away. Enter your autumn Airbnb oasis.

Cozy cabin with bluff views | Monteagle, TN | ~1 hour from Nashville | Enjoy fall colors with the whole family from the comfort of the back deck, yard, or hot tub. Start the day at South Cumberland State Park, and venture out to a concert at The Caverns when the sun goes down.

Lake Barkley treehouse | Cadiz, KY | ~1.5 hours from Nashville | Situated above the state line and near the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, this cozy retreat for two offers lake views and nearby hiking trails. Bonus: It’s located in a “vibrant” band that covers most of the Midwest.

Cabin above Lake Lemon | Unionville, IN | ~4 hours from Nashville | This Airbnb is in the top 1% of homes, so you’ll have to act fast if you want to escape to this “secluded sanctuary nestled in 40 forested acres.”
 
 
Events
 
Monday, Sept. 16
  • Tennessee Brew Works Tap Takeover | Monday, Sept. 16-Sunday, Sept. 22 | Times vary | Jasper’s | Cost of purchase | Jasper’s will be offering new menu items incorporating TBW beers all week long.
Tuesday, Sept. 17
  • Harvest Afternoon Tea | Tuesday, Sept. 17 + Thursday, Sept. 19 | 3-4:30 p.m. | Cheekwood | $50 | The tea service returns to Café 29 with an updated menu of seasonal teas, bite-sized sandwiches, and freshly baked sweets like pumpkin pound cake.
Wednesday, Sept. 18
  • Evening Cave Tour | Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Warner Park Nature Center | Free | Join this rare opportunity to explore a natural cave + learn about how it was formed and what creatures live inside — registration required.
  • Nashville SC vs. Chicago Fire FC | Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | GEODIS Park | $27+ | It’s Hispanic Heritage Month Night at the stadium — plus, the team’s Hispanic Heritage Month patch designed by local artist Jose Vera is on sale through Oct. 16.
Thursday, Sept. 19
  • Latte Art Throwdown | Thursday, Sept. 19 | 6-8 p.m. | Ladybird Taco East Nashville | Cost of purchase | Sign-up starts at 6 p.m., but if you’re just coming to watch the action and enjoy tacos, arrive around 7 p.m.
Plan Ahead
  • Harvest Fest | Saturday, Sept. 28-Sunday, Sept. 29 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, Harrodsburg | $0+ | Celebrate all things fall at this family-friendly event featuring farm animals, kids’ crafts, pumpkin painting, and hayrides, plus food trucks, live music, and more.*
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News Notes
 
Announced
  • The late Jimmy Buffett, gospel quartet The Fairfield Four, Colin Reed with Ryman Hospitality Properties, and Grand Ole Opry announcer Bill Cody will be inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame — representing stars 105-108. The event on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 1 p.m. is open to the public.
Biz
  • Sean Brock’s 37-seat restaurant June will close as a tasting menu-only space “for a short break” after September. In the announcement, Brock said he plans to introduce lab workshops, expand culinary classes, host pop-ups, and more.
Arts
  • Fun fact: 4,417 words make up “Loqui,” a large-scale sculpture now on display at The Fairgrounds Nashville. The megaphone-shaped piece by artist Blessing Hancock stands at 32-ft tall and features color patterns that play against the surface of the sculpture. Check it out.
Sports
  • The Tennessee Titans fell to the New York Jets 24-17 at Sunday’s home opener. The Titans will remain at Nissan Stadium for their next game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Sept. 22. Score tickets to the 12 p.m. kickoff.
Eat
  • 19.2% is the average tip Tennesseans drop while eating out, according to a recent study by Toast. If you want those tips to hit local pockets, check out some of our favorite spots to eat out.
Real Estate
  • Have you heard? Nashville’s new luxury townhome rental community is now leasing. Oxenfree WeHo offers three- and four-bedroom multi-level townhomes, elevated community amenities (like one of the city’s largest private amenity lawns and a resort-style pool), on-site property management, and 24/7 maintenance. Book a tour.*
Number
  • 22%. That’s how much auto insurance rates have increased over the last year. Stop overpaying + find a better rate when you get a free, no-obligation quote from Savvy.*
 
 
Eat
 

The Catbird Seat’s taking flight again
A tasting menu plate with two food items and a sauce.
The tasting menu changes daily, making each visit a surprise. | Photo courtesy of The Catbird Seat
Since opening in 2011, The Catbird Seat has been a stage for culinary innovation and a platform for Nashville’s emerging talent. Brian Baxter, the restaurant’s fifth chef, concluded his tenure on Aug. 17.

As of this Friday, Sept. 20, the U-shaped counter will have new chefs at its helm — Tiffani Ortiz and Andy Doubrava. The two are behind the nomadic culinary series Slow Burn, a “roving, climate-conscious concept” that took the chefs coast-to-coast six times over the course of two years.

Ortiz and Doubrava will begin their Catbird journey at the original location above The Patterson House. Both concepts will move to Paseo South Gulch’s Bill Voorhees building at a later date.

Reservations are now open for the chefs’ debut and beyond. If you’d like to look back at Baxter’s four years at Catbird, pre-order the trade edition of “In the Catbird Seat” (the original cookbook sold out quickly).
 
The Buy
 
A candle warmer. Ditch the matches and opt for this contemporary lamp that will evenly burn your candles, sans smoke.
 
 
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Dylan
From the editor
Fan of horror movies? The Belcourt Theatre’s annual “12 Hours of Terror” event returns Saturday, Oct. 19. With a surprise lineup — revealed only when each film’s opening credits roll — you’re in for a treat. Heads up, it typically sells out.
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