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🗓️ Booked and busy
A guitar statue reads "Grand Ole Opry" with a walkway leading to the Grand Ole Opry House.
The daytime Opry Backstage Tour includes a stop at the new “Behind The Airwaves: Discover The Radio Home of the Opry” exhibit. | Photo via Grand Ole Opry
Beyond fall sips and where to see peak autumn colors this month, October is bringing more happenings to our community calendar by way of a free tour, performances, talks, and more.

Pro tip: We previously shared over 30 events happening in Nashville this season.

Nashville Predators vs. Dallas Stars | Thursday, Oct. 10 | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $60+ | Cheer on the Preds at their first regular season game — plus, participate in the annual Gold Walk as players arrive to Opening Night.

14th Annual Grape Stomp Festival | Saturday, Oct. 12 | 4-7 p.m. | The Shed at The Factory at Franklin | $82 | Stomp grapes for charity while enjoying food from local restaurants, signature cocktails, wine, whiskey tastings, and more — must be 21 or older.

Opry Community Day | Sunday, Oct. 13 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Grand Ole Opry House | Free | Bring your Tennessee ID for a guided backstage tour of the Opry House, live music, food and drinks + more family fun.

Author Event with Riley Keough | Monday, Oct. 14 | 6 p.m. | Massey Performing Arts Center | $40 | The author and “Daisy Jones & The Six” actor will discuss her memoir “From Here to the Great Unknown,” which was written with her mother, Lisa Marie Presley — tickets include a signed copy.

The Price is Right Live | Thursday, Oct. 24 | 7:30 p.m. | TPAC’s Jackson Hall | $42+ | Guests get the chance to hear their name called and the famous “come on down” tagline for the opportunity to play classic games and win prizes.

Colors Of Shelby Art Show | Thursday, Oct. 31-Sunday, Nov. 3 | 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | Shelby Bottoms Nature Center | Free+ | Peruse plein air paintings of Shelby Park and Bottoms by The Chestnut Group with a portion of proceeds supporting Friends of Shelby.
 
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Events
 
Tuesday, Oct. 1
  • Cheekwood Harvest | Tuesday, Oct. 1-Sunday, Oct. 27 | 9 a.m. | Cheekwood Estate & Gardens | $13+ | Fall festivities and 75,000+ pumpkins await during this seasonal celebration of all things autumn. Explore Pumpkin Village, stroll down Scarecrow Trail, and enjoy live music on weekends.*
Wednesday, Oct. 2
  • Coffee with a Cop | Wednesday, Oct. 2 | 9-11 a.m. | The Finch | Free | Join officers from the Metro Nashville Police Department for conversation over coffee and pastries.
  • Red Bull Jukebox | Wednesday, Oct. 2 | 6-11 p.m. | Ascend Amphitheater | $42+ | Fans curate the concert by voting on song selection, performance style, and surprise moments from featured artists like Brothers Osborne, Shaboozey, Tucker Wetmore, and others.
Thursday, Oct. 3
  • Breakfast for Better Mobility | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 7:30-9:30 a.m. | Acme Feed & Seed | $55 | The inaugural breakfast hosted by The Transit Alliance of Middle Tennessee features a panel discussion with community leaders and elected officials + a special presentation.
Friday, Oct. 4
  • Monarch Tagging | Friday, Oct. 4 | 1-2:30 p.m. | Warner Park Nature Center | Free | Participate in a new research project at the Nature Center as you learn about monarch butterflies on their migration south — registration required.
Saturday, Oct. 5
  • Nisolo Fall Warehouse Sale | Saturday, Oct. 5 | Times vary | Nisolo Warehouse | Cost of purchase | Shop thousands of samples and seconds all priced between $25 and $100 with a selection of women’s and men’s boots, Oxfords, sandals, mules, loafers, and accessories.
  • Kite Fest | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Friends House at Mill Ridge Park | Free | The biannual event returns with free kites and flying tutorials, picnic snacks, and lawn games.
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Consider this your fall break check-in
Student and tutor working together at an outdoor table
Wyzant is pay-as-you-go (read: no expensive packages required), offering lessons starting as low as $10. | Photo via Pexels
With October upon us and the school year in full swing, it’s a good time to pause and reflect (ideally with a cozy drink in hand): How is the student in your life doing?

Whether you have a house full of kiddos or are going back to school yourself, Wyzant‘s vetted instructors can help with 300+ topics, from academic core subjects and foreign languages to test prep, musical instruments, and more.

Meet in person with a local tutor, or take lessons virtually. The best part? It’s pay-as-you-go and starts as low as $10/session.
 
News Notes
 
Sports
  • The Titans defeated the Miami Dolphins 31-12 last night, the team’s first win of the season under Coach Brian Callahan. Kicker Nick Folk matched a career high with five field goals — review other game highlights. The Titans play the Indianapolis Colts at home on Sunday, Oct. 13 following a bye weekend.
Real Estate
  • Put your game face on. Former Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry’s Green Hills property is up for sale, ringing in at nearly $3.3 million. The gated six-bed, five-and-a-half-bath home features a scullery kitchen, bonus room with a bar, and in-ground pool. See inside.
Biz
  • The Midtown building last home to Mellow Mushroom (212 21st Ave. S.) will see a new restaurant tenant, according to permits. Gen Korean BBQ House is slated for the space, and if it’s the chain by the same name, this would mark Tennessee’s first location. (Nashville Post)
Announced
  • Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning return to host the 58th annual CMA Awards alongside Lainey Wilson, which takes over Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. Fans at home can watch live on ABC or catch up the next day on Hulu. Stay tuned for performers + presenters.
Concert
  • “On My Way to You,” Bridgestone Arena. Cody Johnson makes a stop at the Nashville staple on Saturday, Feb. 15. Ashley McBryde and Drew Baldridge join the “Leather Deluxe” tour date as special guests. Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 11 at 10 a.m.
History
  • Metro Council member Emily Benedict and Stratford STEM Magnet School will unveil a historical marker on Thursday, Oct. 3 from 5 to 6 p.m. signifying 61 years since the school’s racial integration. The presentation is followed by a homecoming tailgate and football game.
Asked
  • Psst — there’s still time to share with us what’s made you proud of Nashville within the last decade. Who knows, maybe you’ll see your response featured in a newsletter later this week.
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Finance
  • Which card now features 0% APR Into 2026? This card. (ICYMI, experts say balance transfer cards are one of the best-kept secrets for managing credit card debt.)*
 
 
Eat
 

Who’s up for a challenge?

A bar area with about 15 barstools and place settings in front of each chair.
Doughbird has a pretty sweet special you won’t want to miss. | Photo via Doughbird
Eat your way through the Green Hills neighborhood in just six days because a mix of local eateries and chains are offering exclusive menus, dishes, and deals during Restaurant Week now through Sunday, Oct. 6.

Some of the featured specials include:
  • etc. | 3790 Bedford Ave. | Complimentary dessert with the purchase of two entrees during lunch or dinner
  • Crow’s Nest | 2221 Bandywood Dr. | $1 off fried pickles
  • El Palenque | 2210 Crestmoor Rd., #2 | Free cheese dip with the purchase of two combination dinners
  • Doughbird | 4031 Hillsboro Pk., Ste. 901 | Free dessert when you order two entrees
  • Sports & Social | 2126 Abbott Martin Rd., Ste. 282 | $25 prix fixe menu with a choice of a starter, entree, and dessert
  • Santo | 3998 Hillsboro Pk. | $9 select cocktails and wine, $6 select mocktails, and $2.50 oysters on the half shell
Are you ready to dig in? See the full list of 11 participating restaurants.
 
The Buy
 
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The Wrap
 
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Another great perk of welcoming a new month? Nissan Free Wednesdays at the National Museum of African American Music, of course. Get free admission, then stick around for a screening of “Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story” at 6 p.m.
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