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17 farmers markets to find fresh food in Nashville
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up 17 farmers markets in Nashville and surrounding towns.
March 13, 2026 05:00 PM
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Centennial Park's Parthenon replica sits in the distance, partially covered by lush green trees. Lake Watauga takes up most of the frame.
Travel and Outdoors
Take part in updating Nashville’s parks plan
Metro Parks is revamping its master plan for parks and greenways, and community feedback is a key part of the process.
June 2, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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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.
May 30, 2025
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Radnor Lake is a 1,367-acre natural area located in Davidson County.
Travel and Outdoors
The annual America’s State Parks Photo Contest is back
America’s State Parks announced its ninth annual photo contest, so we’re breaking down the rules, how to enter, and the judging criteria.
May 23, 2025
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Stephanie Freeman
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Culture
Your 2025 Nashville summer bucket list
Here are 10 must-do activities for your Nashville summer bucket list that are unique to the Middle Tennessee area and the summer season.
May 22, 2025
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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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A slideshow of photos showing people enjoying the great outdoors in Columbia, SC.
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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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Aerial view of a lakeside water park with colorful slides, splash zones, a sandy beach, and floating obstacle course.
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
Multiple cyclists line up on a crosswalk under an archway serving as a start line on their bikes on a cloudy day.
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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Leaf collecting in Nashville: Your yard waste cheat sheet
Raking in the leaves? Here’s how to bag and bundle them the Metro-approved way.
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