Nashville Events being held Outdoors

One of the great things about living in Nashville is the weather. Our city fathers have seen fit to help us take full advantage of our temperate climate by holding outdoor concerts darn near every weekend of the spring,summer and fall. We have the downtown areas roped off so music stages, food vendors and pedestrians rule the road. Walk all over downtown Nashville and see stage after stage of great musicians. There is something special about holding an event outdoors, the sun, the breeze, and fresh air. Most outdoor events are Pet friendly but check with the events website to be sure. Any music events in Centennial Park will let you bring your favorite fuzzy friends. Riverfront Park events no way... Have a blast enjoying the Best Outdoor Events in Nashville.

Please follow the links to the websites to make sure dates and times are accurate and determiner if tickets need to be purchased prior to heading out.. Also some events weather can be a factor,

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Outdoor Events

We are so lucky to have so many outdoor spaces for events, from downtown Riverfront to Centennial Park there are always events happening here. The hardest part is to decide between the events. Enjoy!

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Upcoming Outdoor Events

E.g., 07/26/2026
E.g., 07/26/2026
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Monday, July 27, 2026

Open every day, year round, EXCEPT Thanksgiving day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

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Monday, July 27, 2026

THE MUSICIANS ARE PERFORMING LIVE ON STAGE AGAIN!

We are excited to continue our live music program at the brewery taproom.

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Monday, July 27, 2026

THERE IS ALWAYS FUN TO BE HAD AT NASHVILLE ZOO.

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Monday, July 27, 2026

Open Daily - See website for Details

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Thursday, July 30, 2026

Thursday - Saturday

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Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Join us at The Outfield on Chestnut Street for local fruits, veggies, fresh baked goods, artisan made goods, food court, live music and special events!

WEEKLY every Wednesday 4-7pm May-October!

Dates: 
Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Our Nashville Public Party Tractor Tour, we plow through Downtown Nashville in our climate-controlled party wagon for approximately 75 minutes of nonstop fun, dancing and partying.

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Monday, July 27, 2026

We are Open for River Trips Today!

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Saturday, August 1, 2026

Saturdays, May - September

Shop for your weekly produce and stroll around The Streets for unique gifts and more, every Saturday through September!

Dates: 
Tuesday, July 28, 2026

One of the area's only wave-action swimming pools! Ride the waves or just let them lap at your feet. There are calm, "non-wave" periods. You have access to two water flumes, two speed slides, and one kiddie slide!

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Friday, July 31, 2026

May 29, June 26, July 31, and Aug 28, 2026
Don't forget that this event is free so get ready to kick back, relax, and enjoy a fun summer night! #DiscoverWhiteHouse

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Thursday, August 20, 2026

Free Concert Series on the Square every 3rd Thursday from June through September

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Friday, July 31, 2026

2026 Full Moon Hikes
Strawberry Moon: June 26
Buck Moon: July 31
Sturgeon Moon: August 28
All Hikes: 7:30 - 9 pm

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Monday, July 27, 2026

From Memorial day weekend until the first weekend in August we're open 7 nights a week throughout the summer months.
"RETRO WEDNESDAYS" will be back this year!! Box Office Movie Information Line - (615) 237-0077

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Thursday, July 30, 2026

We are extending our Day Pass hours to 8pm on Thursday nights this summer (June and July).
Hours: THURSDAYS only, in July, 8:30am - 8pm.

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Saturday, August 22, 2026

Friday, Saturday, Sunday 4th Weekend of the Month

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Thursday, July 30, 2026

Join Us for an Evening in River North! A FREE Block Party Hosted by Oxbow + The Wayward.

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Friday, July 31, 2026

Jul 31, 2026 - 6:45 PM

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Friday, August 7, 2026

August 7 - 15, 2026

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Saturday, August 8, 2026

August 7-8, 2026

“THE TOMATO: A Uniter, NOT A Divider! - Bringing Together Fruits & Vegetables.”

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Saturday, August 8, 2026

Aug 8, 2026 - 7:00 PM

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Thursday, August 13, 2026

August 13-22, 2026

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Saturday, August 22, 2026

Saturday, August 22, 2026
Program Time: 10 am - 12 pm

Cost: $40

Includes:
- Up to 2 people per registration
- One (1) mushroom cultivation kit
- Guided hike

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Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Aug 25, 2026 - 7:30 PM

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Friday, August 28, 2026

FALL SERIES
Week #1: August 28, 2026
Week #2: September 4 - 6, 2026 (Free Fest with Lightning 100)
Week #3: September 11, 2026
Week #4: September 18, 2026
Week #5: September 25, 2026

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Saturday, August 29, 2026

August 29, 2026 @ 4 PM

Don't miss out on the fun this weekend at Sumner Crest Winery for their Annual Grape Stomp / Harvest Celebration!

Annual Grape Stomp - live music, food truck, grape stomping and more!

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Saturday, August 29, 2026

August 29, 2026

Georgia Middleman & Gary Burr
with Jim Photoglo

6 pm Gate Opens
7 pm Concert

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Friday, September 4, 2026

Nashville Dance Fest - Volume 4 returns to Nashville on Labor Day weekend (Sept. 4–6, 2026) for three days of high-energy country dance, competitions and live musical performances.

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Friday, September 4, 2026

Nashville Dance Fest returns on September 4–6, 2026, taking over Nashville for a three-day country dance celebration.

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Saturday, September 12, 2026

The La Vergne Fall Festival for 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, September 12. We will have the traditional parade on Saturday morning followed by a day of fun and entertainment.

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Friday, September 18, 2026

September 18, 2026 | 6:30 - 10:00 pm

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Saturday, September 19, 2026

Saturday, September 19, 2026
10 am - 12:30 pm

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Tuesday, September 22, 2026

FAIR WEEK - SEPTEMBER 22ND-26TH, 2026. ***CARNIVAL RIDES will be September 23-26

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Saturday, September 26, 2026

Saturday, September 26, 2026 4:00pm - 10:00pm (CDT) Join TN Dachshund Rescue for our annual Dachtoberfest fundraiser!

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Thursday, October 1, 2026

October 1 - 4, 2026

The Oktoberfest is Nashville’s oldest running festival and a Tennessee tradition since 1980, and has grown to be the South’s largest Fall Festival.

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Saturday, October 3, 2026

October 3-4, 2026

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Saturday, October 3, 2026

Celebrating our 17th year in 2026, the National Banana Pudding Festival celebrates the ultimate Southern Treat: Banana Pudding.

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Saturday, October 3, 2026

October 3, 2026
Annie Sellick & Pat Bergeson

5 pm Gate Opens
6 pm Concert

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Friday, October 9, 2026

The Little Grassy Get Down isn't just a music festival — it's the fall getaway you didn't know you needed.

Dates: 
Friday, October 16, 2026

October 16 - November 1, 2026

Nashville's Favorite Family Halloween Event -Get ready for a hauntingly good time! Don't miss these festive features:

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Saturday, October 17, 2026

Saturday & Sunday, October 17-18, 2026
100+ Local Vendors, 25+ Food Vendors, LIVE entertainment, photography and quilt displays, Kiddie Korner, and so much more! Admission is FREE.

Dates: 
Saturday, October 17, 2026

Race Day Schedule

6:30-7:45am Packet Pickup
7:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area)
8:00am National Anthem and Race Start!

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