10 Fall Music Events

Sundays
Every Sunday, Nashville Sunday Night brings acclaimed national artists, rising regional talent, and local favorites to the stage at the legendary 3rd and Lindsley. Hosted by Lightning 100, this beloved concert series has been a Music City tradition for more than 20 years and is the perfect way to cap off the weekend with great live music.

May-October, 2026
This free, family-friendly concert series is held annually on select Sundays from May through October at Riverfront Park. Enjoy live performances by some of the area's best local, regional, and national acts. There is a great variety of delicious food trucks, vendors, a kids' fun play zone, surprise guest appearances, giveaways, and more. Just bring your lawn chair or favorite blanket (no tents), then enjoy the ambiance, sunset, and sounds with area residents, tourists, and music aficionados alike.

Weekends | May-October, 2026
Listen to free live jazz and bluegrass bands while enjoying delicious food from Simply Living Life. You won’t find a better place to relax and enjoy some music than Jazz on the Hillside at Arrington Vineyards & Winery. There are no reservations required – just come out to have fun! With beautiful vineyard views and tasty food, you’ll be glad you came.

September 3-October 22, 2026
Each year, Opry Country Classics brings the timeless sounds of country music back to the Grand Ole Opry House. Sing along to the songs you know and love while celebrating the artists and traditions that made the Opry an American music icon.

Fridays | September 11-October 16, 2026
East Nashville Beer Works and Friends of Shelby Park & Bottoms are bringing back their popular fall pop-up beer garden series. On Fridays in September and October, enjoy local beer, food trucks, live music, yard games, and more in the scenic setting of Shelby Park. Admission is free, with food and beverages available for purchase, making it the perfect way to spend a fall afternoon outdoors.

October 5-November 30, 2026
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 those who wrote them, get ready for eight weeks of shows at 3rd and Lindsley.

October 9-11, 2026
Held on the lawn of Centennial Park, the Fall Tennessee Craft Fair showcases the work of talented artists from across the region, along with local food, artisan demonstrations, and live music. Hosted by Tennessee Craft, this annual event offers a creative way to spend a fall weekend in Nashville while enjoying performances in a relaxed outdoor setting.

October 17, 2026
Every fall, The Bluebird Cafe takes its renowned songwriter rounds to one of Nashville's highest hilltops for Bluebird on the Mountain. Set against the scenic backdrop of Dyer Observatory, the outdoor concert series features hit songwriters performing the stories and songs behind some of music's most memorable hits. After the show, guests can explore the observatory and view the night sky through its historic telescope.

October 17, 2026
Light the Nations returns to 51st Avenue North for a community celebration filled with live music and local flavor. Held in The Nations neighborhood, the annual event features performances by local artists, along with food trucks, vendors, art, and activities that showcase one of Nashville's fastest-growing areas.

November 18, 2026
Known as Country Music's Biggest Night™, the CMA Awards return to Nashville each fall, bringing the genre's top artists to Bridgestone Arena. From live performances and special collaborations to prestigious awards, the annual event celebrates the talent, creativity, and impact of country music in the heart of Music City.