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92º | 10% chance of precipitation | Sunrise 6:35 a.m. | Sunset 6:45 p.m.

 

Editor’s Note
It’s shaping up to be a pretty lovely weekend to be outside, Nashville. In case you missed it, Sensa Padel officially opened in Germantown’s Neuhoff District. Plus, we have 10+ more pickleball courts in our guide.
 
Top Stories
 
A fall view of the water surrounded by trees at Radnor Lake State Natural Area.

Fall foliage forecast in Nashville | Plus, use these fall foliage predictions to plan your scenic stays around Nashville and beyond this autumn.

Multiple large-scale murals on the side of a building with two people walking in front of them at Artville.

Everything to know about Artville | The free-to-attend, three-day public art festival takes over the Wedgewood-Houston and Chestnut Hill neighborhoods the weekend of Sept. 27-29.

A rendering sketch of a 2.07-acre park with outlines of basketball and pickleball courts, a soccer field, and ample green space.
Downtown Nashville’s set for another riverfront park | Remember this plan? It’s been over a year since Metro Parks shared a final draft concept, but here’s where things stand now.
 
 
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What are Nashville’s unwritten rules?
Need inspiration? See what readers have shared in the past.
 
Events
 
This Weekend
  • 2024 PARK(ing) Day | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Bagelshop | Free | Watch as the city’s second permanent parklet is unveiled + visit vendors and enjoy special activations.
  • Sumner Food & Wine 2024 | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 6-10 p.m. | Sanders Ferry Park | $29+ | Head to the park for The Grand Tasting event, which includes drink tastings and samples + access to the Makers Market.
  • Nashville Film Festival | Saturday, Sept. 21-Wednesday, Sept. 25 | Times vary | Locations vary | $14+ | The 55th annual event presents 150+ films from around the world and hosts in-depth discussions with filmmakers, industry panels, social networking events, and more.
  • Wedding Showcase | Sunday, Sept. 22 | 12-3 p.m. | Tempo by Hilton Nashville Downtown | Free | Explore the latest trends in wedding decor, floral, and entertainment.
Plan Ahead
  • River on the Rooftop: MGK | Tuesday, Sept. 24 | 7 p.m. | Skydeck on Broadway | Free | Rock out at a rooftop concert featuring MGK — entry is first come, first served + doors open at 6 p.m.
  • Hispanic Heritage Festival | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 9:15 a.m.-4:15 p.m. | Nashville Zoo | Cost of admission | The festival includes an entertainment lineup, a special concessions menu, cultural performances, and interactive booths.
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Coming Soon
  • Pass the phone to your pup — this one’s for them. The Modern Dog Company is celebrating its East Nashville expansion with a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5. The first 50 people to visit 1313 McGavock Pk. receive goodie bags + there will be photo ops and giveaways all day.
Biz
  • If you’re attending Sunday’s wedding showcase, this might also interest you. Our Day, a platform connecting engaged couples to vendors, launched in Nashville this week. If you’re looking to save time during the wedding planning process, explore how the tool works.
Arts
  • María Magdalena Campos-Pons’ ”Behold” is taking over Frist Art Museum’s Ingram Gallery beginning Friday, Sept. 27. The exhibition highlights over three decades of the artist’s photography, video, painting, and more with a focus on her identity through Sunday, Jan. 5.
Wellness
  • Posture check — this is your weekly reminder to straighten your back. If that felt good, imagine how nice a stretch at Hola Yoga would feel. Find your flow at these Nashville yoga studios.
Travel
  • Want to make sure your next vacation takes off without a hitch? Check out our guide to Nashville International Airport for a full food rundown and to know just how early you should arrive to get through security. Bon voyage.
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🥃 A neat guide to happy hours
A top down photo of a bow of oysters on ice, two menus, an orange purse, waters, and two wine glasses on a table.
A roundup of social hours that don’t break the bank? Shell yeah. | Photo by NASHtoday
We’re toasting to 51 local sip-worthy spots shaking things up in the happy hour department.

Think: deals on bottles of wine, discounts for showing your Nashville sports team pride, and entertainment beyond the sip.

Keeping spirits up

Marsh House | Monday-Friday, 5-7 p.m. | Choose between one beer, wine, and bubbles option or two specialty cocktails — plus, pair it with discounted oysters.

The Finch | Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. | Located in the historic Union Station, if you’ve been wanting to try the spot’s specialty cocktails, the happy hour menu offers nine creations for $9 each.

Biggest bargains

Puckett’s | Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. | Draft beers, mules, and A. Marshall wine by the glass can be purchased for $5 and under.

answer | Monday-Saturday, 4:30-6 p.m. | Everything from snacks to drinks are $6 at the bar top, including a cocktail that changes weekly.
 
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A high-quality five-piece knife set that’s on sale for a limited time. Each knife boasts durable Damascus steel and an elegant rosewood handle.
 
 
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