Nashville's Fall Bucket List

Harvest your Music City experience with this Fall Bucket List that includes plenty of fall activities, fall festivals, and things to do for everyone.

There is a crisp chill in the air, and the leaves are changing colors, which can only mean one thing: it is time for autumn in Nashville. Between football, firepits, and foliage, gather the family for a day out in Nashville this fall season.

Play in a Pumpkin Patch

Nothing defines the fall season more than a trip to a pumpkin patch. Carve out some time for fall activities like hayrides, pumpkin houses, corn mazes, and more. With thousands of pumpkins in different shapes, sizes, and colors to pick from, you are guaranteed to have a gourd time at a pumpkin patch in Nashville.

Cheewood Harvest | Lucky Ladd Farms | Nashville Fall Festival

S'more Fall Fun

Get cozy at a fire pit while enjoying live music and a glass of wine or roasting a couple of gooey s’mores surrounded by Nashville’s great outdoors. Each weekend during the cooler seasons, share a ghost story and make a magical memory around a campfire in Music City.

Adventure Park at Nashville Firepit Fridays | Arrington Vineyards & Winery | Denim at the Joseph Nashville | Honeysuckle Hill Farm

Shop the Season at a Farmers' Market

Every autumn, Music City flashes hues of yellow, orange, and red. The leaves change colors, mums are in full bloom, and the vegetables are ready for harvesting. Across Nashville, neighborhoods are filled with local farmers' markets selling fresh produce, artisanal food, crafts, and more.

12 South Farmers' Market | East Nashville Farmers' Market | Nashville Farmers' Market | Richland Park Farmers' Market | Wedgewood-Houston Farmers' Market

Fun at a Fall Festival

As the temperature cools, there is no better time to be outside. To heat things up, Nashville puts up tents, sets out stages, and brings vendors to create the ultimate experience. There are music festivals, craft festivals, food festivals, and so much more to add to your bucket list this fall.

15 Fall Festivals | 10 Fall Music Events

Cheer on Nashville Sports

We can all agree that fall is a time for sports. Nashville is home to multiple professional teams, and loyal fans travel from near and far to experience the thrill of a game. Whether watching from the sidelines or joining the crowd in a sports bar, you can find an action-packed place in Nashville to tune into your favorite game. Score even more when you purchase Tennessee Titans Tickets or Packages.

Nashville SCNashville Predators | Tennessee Titans

Pick an Outdoor Activity

While the weather is crisp and the foliage is nearing its peak, this is the perfect time to check off one of Nashville’s outdoor activities. Enjoy a brisk walk around a scenic lake, set up a picnic in a park, or concert at an outdoor music venue.

Ascend Amphitheater | Centennial Park | Radnor Lake | Warner Parks

Autumn al Fresco

Nothing beats an alfresco meal shared on one of Nashville’s rooftops or patios. Each neighborhood has a unique taste and offers an authentic experience you cannot get anywhere else. Enjoy the cool fall weather and a bite to eat at the many restaurants with outdoor seating.

3 Kinds of RooftopsPatios by Neighborhood

Get Cozy at a Coffee Shop

One of the best things about fall is cozying up in your favorite Nashville coffee shop. Whether you prefer a pumpkin spice latte, chai tea, or a jolt of espresso, there is no shortage of cafés in Nashville to choose your seasonal brew. With an abundance of local coffee shops AND a delicious selection of pastries and breakfast options available, you will leave ready to seize the day in Nashville.

8th & Roast | Barista Parlor | Crema CoffeeFrothy Monkey | Killebrew Coffee

Savor the Sips

Nashville is not just a city for music lovers; it appeals to craft beer drinkers, distillery enthusiasts, and wine connoisseurs, too. It's not a trip to Music City until you warm up with a shot of Tennessee whiskey at a distillery or tap into a local brewery. And let's not forget about Nashville's wineries, where you can enjoy a glass of red or white paired with a view and the sound of live music humming in the background. Make your way through Nashville's fall bucket list, sip by sip.

6th & Peabody | Arrington Vineyards & Winery | Belle Meade Winery | City Winery Nashville | Diskin Cider | East Nashville Beer WorksJackalope Brewing Company | Jack Daniel Distillery | Music City Brew Hop | Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery | Tennessee Brew Works

Shop Local

It is sweater weather in Nashville, and there is so much to fall for this season. Keep warm (and stylish) with a few of your favorite things like sweaters, warm colors, boots, and beanies from a Nashville shop. Find a local treasure when exploring local shops and take a piece of Nashville home with you.

Fifth & Broadway | L&L Market PlaceThe Mall at Green Hills | The Music City Shop | Opry Mills

Thanksgiving in Nashville

Are you looking for a place to gather the whole family for the Holiday? With dine-in and carry-out options available, make your holiday stress-free with an easy dinner accompanied by side dishes and dessert from a local restaurant. Thanksgiving is a time for family, fun, and food, and with plenty of events to choose from, Nashville is the perfect place to celebrate the weekend.

Thanksgiving in Nashville