Travel and Outdoors

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Travel and Outdoors
BNA wants public input on its next two decades of growth
Nashville International Airport plans to host two community open houses as it updates its Master Plan.
January 15, 2026 04:35 PM
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Dylan Aycock
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Have a fairy tale summer at Cheekwood’s Enchanted Castles
The limited-time exhibit presented by Genesco and supported by Mitsui & Co. brings five charming playhouses to the gardens.
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☀️ Where to stay + play in Lake Murray Country
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Head outside with a guide to Nashville’s parks
We’re highlighting over 30 parks Nashville, TN has to offer — complete with sand volleyball courts, spraygrounds, and walking trails.
May 12, 2025
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Celebrate Great Outdoors Month in Columbia, SC
There’s no better time to reconnect with nature and explore the stunning outdoor beauty of this capital city.
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Travel and Outdoors
Make a splash at Nashville’s water attractions
With summer around the corner, here are three ways to cool off around Music City.
May 7, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Travel and Outdoors
Nashville’s largest urban bike ride cycles into another year
Plus, the Saturday, May 18 ride offers a free route with no vehicle traffic.
May 7, 2025
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Skylar Webb
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Get ready for the ultimate summer lineup in Greenville, SC
From live music and free festivals to outdoor aventures, Greenville’s summer schedule is stacked.
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How to spend a weekend in the “Jewel of South Carolina”
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Events
Saddle up: Your guide to Iroquois Steeplechase
The annual event at Percy Warner Park features tailgating, food trucks, fashion, and horse racing.
April 22, 2025
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STAFF
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Events
NightLight 615 reveals Nashville movie lineup, opens ticket sales
Grab the popcorn. NightLight 615 brings its outdoor screenings back to Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park this summer with blockbuster films, craft beer, and food trucks.
April 16, 2025
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Skylar Webb
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