Can you guess what retailer occupied this space before Spirit Halloween? | Photo via 6AM City
Do you remember the former Big Lots in Hermitage? What about Party City in Donelson? Those retail spaces have something in common this year — they’re getting dressed up as Spirit Halloween stores.
The seasonal chain has converted five vacant retail spaces in the Nashville area into locations. You’ll find them in Donelson, Hermitage, Madison, Berry Hill, and Opry Mills.
Spirits’ lore
Let’s pull the mask off and learn more. Spirit Halloween finds temporary leases and moves into retail spaces that would otherwise be vacant. This is why there are so many — to the point it’s become a meme — and they might be in different locations next year. Did you know? The chain is owned by Spencer Gifts LLC, that quirky novelty store found in area malls.
Local shops
Prefer to shop local? There are many stores with a scary good selection of pre-owned clothing that can help you create a Halloween costume (or dress you up any day of the year).
Cheekwood Harvest | Saturday, Sept. 13-Thursday, Oct. 30 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Cheekwood | Cost of admission | Fall magic returns at Cheekwood Harvest, with three pumpkin houses to form a whimsical village, thousands of chrysanthemum blooms, and 75,000+ pumpkins nestled throughout the gardens.*
Did someone hit the lights?Zoolumination returns to the Nashville Zoo on Thursday, Nov. 13 with brand-new lantern designs and an outdoor skating rink. The seasonal tradition runs through Sunday, Feb. 8, and tickets go on sale Wednesday, Sept. 17.
Eat
If you love fresh pasta and subs at Little Hats Market in Germantown and Franklin, this is your sign to check out the new location in Hillsboro Village. Similar to the other outposts, the space doubles as a market with packaged pasta, sauces, desserts, and more.
Closing
Chago’s Belmont Cantina will close after service on Saturday, Sept. 13. Until then, visit Tuesday through Sunday for dinner and happy hour specials. The original restaurant closed in 2022 and reopened under new ownership the following year.
Community
If you missed yesterday’s Titans House Block Party, Titans Kickoff Week continues leading up to the Week 1 away game vs. the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Sept. 7. Expect merch pop-ups, giveaways, and appearances from T-Rac and the cheer team at these local spots.
Network
Launch Tennessee’s 3686 conference, which draws startup founders and entrepreneurs from around the world, returns to Nashville next week from Monday, Sept. 8 to Wednesday, Sept. 10. This year’s schedule includes eight panels, a pitch competition, and an “Ask Me Anything” stage at Cannery Hall, plus other events across town.
Civic
The East Convenience Center will temporarily close for site upgrades beginning Monday, Sept. 8. Improvements include a new entrance building, safety railings, and smoother traffic flow. Residents can use the other centers and recycling sites during the eight-week closure.
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Transit
Walk, bike, bus, and win
Not ready to log trips? You can also explore Nashville’s transit options at the events below. | Photo via WeGo Transit
NDOT’s Nashville Connector program is bringing back its annual Commuter Challenge through the end of September, encouraging residents to swap solo car trips for biking, walking, transit, and carpooling. Logging your trips helps reduce traffic and puts you in the running for prizes like an e-bike, e-scooter, or Cumberland Transit gift card.
East Nashville Group Bus Ride | Thursday, Sept. 4 | Ride to the Elizabeth Duff Transit Center and learn the ins and outs of WeGo service.
Chains, Trains, No Automobiles | Tuesday, Sept. 16 | Head to Riverfront Station to participate in hands-on demos showing how to bring your bike aboard buses and WeGo Star.
Group Bike Ride + Lunch | Thursday, Sept. 18 | Join Nashville Bike Fun for a five-mile ride with a stop at Flora Wilson Community Park to enjoy a provided box lunch — RSVP required.
The Buy
Your go-to item for upping fall runs and workouts: a top-selling weighted strength training vest. Choose from six pounds up to 30 pounds and add the weighted vest to runs, classes, or gym sessions to enhance calorie burning, improve your core, and increase muscle gains.
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Live, work, or play in Williamson County? Slim & Husky’s Pizza Beeria has officially arrived at The Factory at Franklin. Celebrate the Nashville-based brand’s latest expansion by stopping in for pizza, wings, slushies, and cinnamon rolls.
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