That's Nashville | Weekly Newsletter #74

Events happening in Nashville this weekend

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September 04, 2025

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Here’s the rundown of what’s going on this week in Nashville ⤵️

Events this week 🗓️

Looking for something fun to do this Labor Day weekend? Let’s get to the good stuff.

  • NightLight 615 is closing out its summer season at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park with a screening of The Wolf of Wall Street. The 21+ outdoor movie series features a curated bar, local food trucks, and a pre-movie DJ, all set against the backdrop of the Nashville skyline.

  • September 4, 2025 | 6:30 PM

  • Put your knowledge to the test at Trivia Night at the Garage Bar at the Bobby Hotel. This free, weekly event is the perfect spot for a little friendly competition, with questions covering pop culture, music, history, and more. Grab a drink and your smartest friends and get ready to play for bragging rights and prizes.

  • September 4, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

  • The Nashville Fair is back at The Fairgrounds Nashville for a ten-day run of nostalgic fun. The fair features everything from carnival rides and games to live music, agricultural exhibits, and delicious food. It’s a classic fair experience with a modern twist, perfect for the entire family.

  • September 5 - 14, 2025 | See website for times

  • Whether you are planning a full renovation or a simple redesign, The Nashville Home Show is the place to be. Held at the Music City Center for a three-day weekend run, the show features hundreds of local and national vendors, live product demonstrations, and design inspiration for all of your home and garden projects.

  • September 5 - 7, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

  • The Nashville Dance Fest is a three-day celebration of dance and music happening at the Nashville Palace and Scoreboard Bar & Grill. The festival features a wide variety of dance workshops, live concerts, competitions, and social dancing. It's the perfect event for dancers and enthusiasts alike.

  • September 5 - 7, 2025 | All Day

  • Get "hog wild" at the Music City Bacon & Barrel Festival in Franklin, an evening dedicated to two Southern traditions: hearty food and distilled spirits. This 21+ event at The Factory at Franklin features signature bacon-inspired dishes from local restaurants, whiskey samples, live music, and more. It's the perfect night out for bacon and bourbon lovers

  • September 5, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

  • Experience a weekend of Scottish and Celtic traditions at the Middle Tennessee Highland Games & Celtic Festival in Sanders Ferry Park. This two-day event features a full schedule of traditional Highland athletic competitions, bagpipe music, Celtic dancing, and a marketplace with unique vendors. It's a family-friendly celebration of culture, sport, and heritage.

  • September 6 - 7, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

  • The community is coming together for the Green Hills Park Festival this Saturday. This free, family-friendly event is a celebration of the neighborhood with live music, local food trucks, and plenty of games and activities for kids. It's the perfect way to enjoy a day outside with friends and family.

  • September 6, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

  • Get ready for a day of high-stakes polo, a classic car show, and fashion. The 29th annual Chukkers for Charity event is happening this Saturday at the Orrin Ingram Polo Field in Franklin, with proceeds benefiting the Rochelle Center and Saddle Up! It's an afternoon of sport and style for a great cause.

  • September 6, 2025 | 2:00 PM - 6:30 PM

  • Join the community for an Awareness Walk with Metamorphosis, an organization dedicated to empowering those affected by domestic violence. The walk, held at Hadley Park, is a powerful show of solidarity and support for a great cause.

  • September 6, 2025 | 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

  • It's a hot dog-eat-dog world at the Hot Diggity Dog Fest, a free street festival happening this Saturday at Capitol View in Nashville. The event combines a love for hot dogs with a celebration of our canine companions, featuring a variety of hot dog stands, dog-themed vendors, and pet adoption organizations. It's the perfect day out for you and your best friend!

  • September 6, 2025 | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Raise a glass to a dozen years of great beer! The Black Abbey Brewing Company is celebrating its 12th anniversary this Saturday with a full day of festivities. The party includes a special presentation, a stein-holding contest, and a pretzel-eating contest. Join the celebration at the brewery for a day of fun, food, and great beer.

  • September 6, 2025 | 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

  • The final Open Streets Summer Series event of the season is happening this Sunday, with a five-mile loop closed to cars for the afternoon. This family-friendly event is the perfect opportunity to see the city from a new perspective and discover local businesses along the route.

  • September 7, 2025 | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Concerts you don’t want to miss 🎶

  • Comedian Chris Distefano is bringing his high-energy and observational stand-up to the Ryman Auditorium for a special live show. Known for his popular podcasts and quick-witted humor, it is a perfect night out for fans of comedy.

  • September 4, 2025 | 7:00 PM

  • British rock band James is performing tonight at Cannery Hall. The band is celebrating its longstanding career with a live show featuring their iconic album, Laid, along with a set of their singles and fan favorites. It is a must-see for fans of alternative rock.

  • September 4, 2025 | 7:00 PM

  • Folk-rock band Caamp is performing live at Ascend Amphitheater tonight. The show will feature their fan-favorite songs along with new material. It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy a night of live music under the stars.

  • September 4, 2025 | 7:00 PM

  • Big Wild is bringing his Wild Child Tour to Marathon Music Works tonight. Known for his multi-instrumental electronic music and high-energy live performances, the show will feature a mix of his biggest hits and new material. It is a night of dancing and good vibes.

  • September 4, 2025 | 8:00 PM

  • Country music star Hailey Whitters is performing live at the Nashville Palace tonight. Known for her signature songwriting and energetic stage presence, the Grammy-nominated artist will be performing hits and fan favorites. It is a must-see for fans of modern country.

  • September 4, 2025 | 8:00 PM

  • Industrial rock legends Nine Inch Nails are performing this Saturday at the Bridgestone Arena. The performance will feature a mix of iconic hits and new material, delivering a complete audio and visual experience for fans.

  • September 6, 2025 | 7:30 PM

Stay in the know 🗞️

  • Williamson County's McEwen Northside is adding two new restaurants, Culinary Dropout and Hawkers Asian Street Food, to its development. The new additions will be anchor tenants in a new, 300,000-square-foot campus expansion.Culinary Dropout is a gastropub from Fox Restaurant Concepts, with a planned opening date of September 10th. It will feature a laid-back atmosphere and outdoor seating. Hawkers Asian Street Food will offer a menu of shareable Asian street food dishes and is scheduled to open in early 2026. This will be its second location in the Nashville area.

  • Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott is opening its fourth location at Ashwood 12 South in Nashville. The new store, located at 2212 12th Avenue South, is a lifestyle brand offering Western-style products, including hats, footwear, and jewelry. The boutique is set to open in the winter of 2025 and will feature a unique retail experience with personalization and local artisan residencies.

  • Party Fowl is set to open a new hot chicken restaurant in East Nashville's Five Points neighborhood at 1016 Woodland St. in late September 2025, replacing the former Tenn Sixteen Food & Drink Co. location. The new location, which is a short walk from the heart of Five Points, is one of several planned for the brand under new ownership by R&R Brands, following a company bankruptcy in 2024.

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Weekend Weather ☀️

Expect this upcoming weekend to be humid with chances of storms and thunderstorms on Friday and Saturday, transitioning to sunny and less humid conditions by Sunday.

Today

80° / 62° | Humid with afternoon storm 🌩

Friday

90° / 63° | Humid with a tray afternoon t-storm 🌩

Saturday

71° / 52° | Humid with chance of t-storms 🌩

Sunday

73° / 46° | Sunny & nice; less humid ☀️

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