10 Fall Music Events

There are so many concerts, festivals, and other music-themed fun that set the soundtrack to a Music City fall.

Musicians Corner
Concert Series: June-October, 2024
Bluebird on the Mountain

Every fall, The Bluebird Cafe travels to one of Nashville's tallest hilltops to offer a night of live music under the stars. Hit songwriters play their best and your favorite songs at the entrance of the Dyer Observatory. Following the Bluebird on the Mountain Concert Series, the telescope is opened for visitors to get a closer look at the stars in the night sky.

Concert Series: August 8-November 7, 2024
Opry Country Classics

The Opry Country Classics return to the Grand Ole Opry House each year. Don't miss the chance to see the show that made country music famous, featuring the songs you love most.

September 9-October 28, 2024
Bluebird on 3rd Fall Series

Bluebird on 3rd is back this fall! With a bigger lineup, a bigger stage, and a bigger audience, this series takes everything fans love about an intimate show at The Bluebird Cafe and turns it up a notch. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to hear songs from your favorite artists performed by the people who wrote them, get ready for eight weeks of shows at 3rd & Lindsley.

September 20-October 25, 2024
Fridays by the River

East Nashville Beer Works is teaming up once again with Friends of Shelby Park and Bottoms to host a fall pop-up beer garden series. Join us on Fridays in September and October from 3-8pm for an afternoon of great beer, delicious food, and fun activities in the park. Admission is free, and food and beverages are available for purchase. Enjoy food trucks, yard games, live music, and picnic tables—all set against a backdrop of good vibes and a good cause.

October 11-12, 2024
Breakaway Music Festival

Coming to Fair Park October 11-12, Breakaway Music Festival promises an electrifying experience for music lovers of all ages. The festival blends a diverse mix of EDM, house, and bass music, providing fans with unique experiences across two days featuring performances by Alison Wonderland, Louis The Child, Marshmello, Tiesto, local acts, and more. Don't miss out on the fun; secure tickets now for as low as $79 (plus fees) per day.

October 11-13, 2024
Tennessee Craft Fair

Tennessee Craft is a nonprofit organization that celebrates and supports the growth of all artists. Held on the lawn of Centennial Park, event-goers can enjoy fun, hands-on activities, food from area vendors, and demonstrations from artisans as they create pieces right in front of their eyes at the annual Fall Tennessee Craft Fair.

October 18-19, 2024
Touch of Brews

Touch of Brews returns to the idyllic Sevier Park in the heart of Nashville's 12South neighborhood. The event features live music all day long, channeling the spirit and sounds of The Grateful Dead. It is family-friendly, and kids ten and under are FREE. Beyond the music, guests enjoy a large kid zone, plenty of cold Terrapin Beer and Waterbird Spirits, shakedown street vendors, food trucks, and much more!

October 19, 2024
Jazzmania

You're on the list—the list of people invited to attend the party of the year. Come out to the Factory at Franklin for Jazzmania, complete with great food, fun, and, of course, live jazz from Nashville Jazz Workshop's finest performing artists.

October 19, 2024
Light the Nations

The annual Light the Nations will take place on 51st Avenue North in West Nashville. The event will highlight the up-and-coming area, featuring local businesses, art, vendors, food trucks, and fantastic live entertainment. Guests are encouraged to decorate up to 10 free luminary bags that they can take with them to place the luminaries outside on the Friday before the festival and throughout the festival weekend.

October 30, 2024
Music City Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony

The Music City Walk of Fame is a landmark tribute to those from all genres of music who have contributed to the world through song or industry collaboration with connections to Music City. Come share the experience with your favorite stars! The ceremony is free and open to the public. Inductees include Jimmy Buffett, The Fairfield Four, Colin Reed, and Bill Cody.