Parks and Recreation

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Kid-friendly activities in Nashville
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Nashville has to offer — complete with art projects, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
March 18, 2024 05:47 PM
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STAFF
A view down the sidewalk of Downtown Gallatin showing an awning of a business, two sets of outdoor patio furniture, and a neon sign reading "Swaney-Swift Gifts and Prescriptions."
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Guide: Plan your visit to Gallatin, Tennessee
From local restaurants and shops to a focus on outdoor recreation, there’s more to Gallatin than meets the eye.
February 9, 2024
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Skylar Webb
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Culture
Walking trends in Nashville
Average daily walking trips dropped by 36% in the US between 2019 and 2022 — see how Nashville compares.
January 10, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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Guide: Spend a day exploring Mt. Juliet, Tennessee
Mt. Juliet is a thriving city in neighboring Wilson County with abundant shopping and dining destinations.
October 20, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Tee it up at these Nashville golf courses
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 18 golf courses in Music City are sure to make for a good round.
August 22, 2023
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Cat George
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Travel and Outdoors
Nashville’s 622-acre Mill Ridge Park opens in Antioch
The park — touted as one of the city’s largest regional parks featuring the biggest playground in Davidson County — held its grand opening on Wednesday, Aug. 16. Here’s what we saw.
August 16, 2023
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Skylar Webb
An aerial view of the sun rising at Radnor Lake with a view of the water, the treetops, and an orange and pink sky.
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20 parks in Nashville
We’re highlighting the 20 best parks that Nashville, TN has to offer — complete with sand volleyball courts, spraygrounds, and walking trails.
April 30, 2023
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Skylar Webb
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