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
Sundays
Nashville Sunday Night

Every Sunday, Lightning 100 showcases critically acclaimed national, regional, and local artists at the legendary 3rd and Lindsley during Nashville Sunday Night.

Tuesdays, Fridays, & Saturdays
Grand Ole Opry

The Grand Ole Opry puts on a show every Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday night. Don't miss star-studded performances with artists like Darius Rucker, Maggie Rose, Old Crow Medicine Show, and more.

Saturday & Sunday, April-October
Music in the Vines

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 Music in the Vines 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.

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 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.

November 20, 2024
CMA Awards

Each year, country music's biggest night airs live from Music City's Bridgestone Arena. To name a few, 2024's nominations include Morgan Wallen, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Post Malone, Lainey Wilson, Louis Bell, Luke Combs, Charlie Handsome, Hoskins, Jelly Roll, Megan Moroney, Kacey Musgraves, and more.

May-September, 2025
Full Moon Pickin' Party

Under the light of the full moon, three headlining acts play the main stage while bluegrass and roots pickers jam in circles under the trees and around the grounds of the Percy Warner Park Equestrian Center during the Full Moon Pickin' Party. These family-friendly events invite anyone to join in the music and all funds raised go to protect Warner Parks.