Everything to know about Artville, Nashville’s 3-day public art fest
A snapshot of last year’s Artville Walls located at the intersection of Chestnut and Martin streets. | Photo via Artville, murals by Maggie Sanger and Also Dept
Let us paint you a picture: Nashville’s Wedgewood-Houston and Chestnut Hill neighborhoods filled with art installations, music, and shopping — it must mean Artville is back the weekend of Sept. 27-29.
Now in its second year, the festival takes over public spaces, art galleries, and area businesses, showcasing artists from Nashville and beyond.
Brush up on the highlights
Artville is free to attend and does not require a ticket for entry. The Preview Party is a ticketed event ($45) and offers access to the unveiling of 20 public art installations, drinks, light bites, and live music.
There’s art everywhere, from the sides of buildings and inside art galleries to site-specific art installations around the neighborhood. Get to know the artists + view the participating galleries.
It’s a family-friendly event. Check out the family activities schedule — Little Art House, Frist Art Museum, and Nashville Children’s Theatre will be there.
It wouldn’t be a festival without local eats, and lucky for us, there will be onsite food vendors.
3 more Artville events
American Artisan | Friday, Sept. 27-Sunday, Sept. 29 | Times vary | Shop fine art and contemporary crafts from 20+ vendors.
Artville Talks | Saturday, Sept. 28 | Times vary | Visit David Lusk Gallery, Zeitgeist, and Julia Martin Gallery to hear local artists speak on topics such as “Designing Your Home for Your Art Collection” and “What Do You Do With An Idea?”
Zine City Fest | Saturday, Sept. 28-Sunday, Sept. 29 | Times vary | Browse zines, artist books, indie comics, and more outside of The Packing Plant on Saturday + participate in presentations and workshops at Jackalope on Sunday.
Are you ready to celebrate Nashville’s art community? Save the event schedule.
Disney On Ice | Thursday, Sept. 19-Sunday, Sept. 22 | Times vary | Bridgestone Arena | $39+ | See your favorite Disney characters dance and skate across Bridgestone Arena.
Friday, Sept. 20
Nashville Brew Fest | Friday, Sept. 20 | 8-11 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $55+ | The evening will feature over 50 breweries, 150 beers, food trucks, music, and lawn games.
BYOB x HART | Friday, Sept. 20 | 1:30-2:20 p.m. | Forza Pilates | $30 | New parents are welcome to BYOB (bring your own baby) up to crawling age for this reformer workout and HART pop-up shop.
Saturday, Sept. 21
TPAC Arts Adventure: The Wonderful World of Oz | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | TPAC’s Johnson Theater | $40 | Children ages 10-16 are invited to celebrate all things Oz as teaching artists lead choreography and vocals inspired by “The Wizard of Oz,” “Wicked,” and “The Wiz.”
Dachtoberfest | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 5-10 p.m. | New Heights Brewing | $55+ | Visit the brewery for games, dachshund races, food trucks, a costume contest, and a silent auction — tickets include an open bar (beer and wine) and a commemorative glass.
Sunday, Sept. 22
Sunday Skyline Sushi Brunch | Sunday, Sept. 22 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | lou/na | Cost of purchase | Enjoy the rooftop buffet’s traditional brunch offerings along with sushi pairings.
Gus’s Fried Chicken is back in Nashville years after closing its Nippers Corner location. The Memphis-based chicken chain is now serving up its famous fried chicken and sides at a new spot in East Nashville — 851 Dickerson Pk. Browse the menu.
Eat
East Nashville’s Lyra opened a new restaurant in Madison yesterday. Vega Shawarma offers Middle Eastern food in a “quick service environment” at 1500 Gallatin Pk. S. The menu isn’t live yet, but expect beef + chicken shawarma, falafel sandwiches, hummus salad, housemade sodas, and more.
Development
Following Dozen Bakery’s planned relocation to Woodbine, a mixed-use development is expected to rise on the property. If approved, the project by Material Ventures would incorporate the existing building along with three additional commercial and residential structures, ranging from two to seven stories high. (Nashville Business Journal)
Biz
White’s Mercantile in 12 South faces a potential closure, as permits have been filed to demolish the space and build a two-story building in its place. Owner Holly Williams told the Business Journal that the shop is “looking at several options” and hopes to remain in the neighborhood. (Nashville Business Journal)
Shop
“Jersey Shore” star and business owner Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi is opening a new boutique downtown (144 Rep. John Lewis Way N.) on Saturday, Sept. 21. This marks The Snooki Shop’s fourth overall location, joining existing stores in New Jersey and New York. (The Tennessean)
Sports
Glow-in-the-dark “Cosmic Baseball” is coming to Music City. The Tri-City Chili Peppers, a collegiate summer baseball team known for using stadium-grade black lights and “mind-bending special effects,” will play at First Horizon Park in 2025. Join the ticket lottery + stay tuned for dates.
Show
Broadway hit "& Juliet” is taking the TPAC stage from Tuesday, Feb. 11 through Sunday, Feb. 16. The musical flips the script on “Romeo and Juliet” with a playlist of pop anthems like “Since U Been Gone” and “Larger Than Life.” Single tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 20.
Seasonal
Boo at the Zoo is reaching new heights this year. The Nashville Zoo announced that the 2024 event (Oct. 11-31) will feature a 45-ft-tall Ferris wheel, along with trick-or-treat stations, a Scary-Go-Round carousel, and more.
Award
Pat Emery, Dr. Turner Nashe, Michael Burcham + Pam and Phil Pfeffer will be inducted into the Nashville Entrepreneur Center’s latest Hall of Fame class. The honorees will be recognized at the NEXT Awards & Entrepreneurs’ Hall of Fame on Monday, Oct. 21. Tickets are on sale.
Listen
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Outdoors
🌳 A walk in the future park
Downtown Nashville’s set for another riverfront park
A sketch of the proposed park, which spans just over two acres. | Image via Metro Parks
Did you know Nashville is planning a new park downtown along the Cumberland River Greenway?
The future park could transform what is mostly parking on 1st Avenue North near Gay Street into green space for sports, play areas, and community gatherings.
It’s been over a year since Metro Parks shared a final draft concept and held public meetings, so let’s check in on where things stand now.
Park features
Not only will this park offer a new stop along the greenway, it plans to incorporate the following elements:
Basketball and pickleball courts
Playground and soccer field
Open green spaces
Fitness area
River overlook
Site improvements will also include new lighting and updated landscaping.
What’s next
The park’s final site plan at 428 and 510 1st Ave. N. will go before the Metro Planning Commission for approval on Oct. 24. According to Metro Parks, a 1st and Gay Street Park Master Plan is forthcoming.
The Buy
Decorate your space with this year’s trendiest fall decor. Here are five items we just added to our cart:
I’ll admit, I often use this space to share special pop-ups, seasonal drinks, and other food and bev news. Well, y’all, I have two scoops to pass along today:
This cute ghost drink at Uncle Kelly’s Coffee Shop, located at 114 8th Ave. S. According to the post, you can “ghostify” any drink this season.
Carne Mare recently launched a “secret menu item” offered Sunday through Thursday at the bar. It’s a prime rib sandwich ($26) and only 10 are available per evening.
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