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.

May-September
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.

September 5-October 31
Nashville Library Courtyard Concert Series
Nashville Library Courtyard Concert Series

Every Tuesday in late Summer through early Fall, the Nashville Public Library hosts a free concert 11:45am-1pm at the Main Library’s Robinson Courtyard. The Courtyard Concert series offers an up-close music experience with an eclectic mix of local music, musicians, and songwriters.

November 8
CMA Awards

Country music's biggest night airs from Music City's Bridgestone Arena each year. To name a few, 2023's nominations include Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, Luke Combs, HARDY, Jordan Davis, Ashley McBryde, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, and more!

September 2024
AMERICANAFEST: The Americana Music Festival & Conference

Each year the Americana Music Association gathers thousands of artists, fans, and industry professionals from all over the world in Nashville. The festival will feature approximately 500 live music performances at various music venues throughout Nashville.

September 2024
Musicians Corner Fall Series

Musicians Corner Fall Series is a free outdoor concert series showcasing local Nashville artists. The series will take place each Thursday and Friday evening in September. This FREE, family-friendly event is open to the public with musical performances and features a variety of food trucks, local artisans, and Kidsville activities.

October 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 you can take with you to place the luminaries outside on Friday before the festival and through the festival weekend.

Concert Series
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.