Bluebird Cafe Fall Open House
Step inside Green Hills' hallowed listening room on Sunday morning for an open walk-through without the notorious reservation rush.
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For familiesThings to do in Nashville with kids this weekend (Oct 16–18)
This weekend in Nashville: Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Oct 18, 2026 · 5 dated events
Family activities in Nashville, TN right now: kid-friendly events the whole family will like, restaurants that can handle a toddler, and weekend ideas that work around nap windows.
13 hand-picked things to do in Nashville, TN right now · 5 with confirmed dates
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How we pick family-friendly spots
- Stroller- and toddler-friendly venues with room to move
- Weekend and daytime timing that works around nap windows
- Kids-eat-here restaurants over date-night-only rooms
🍁 This Weekend in Nashville, TN · Oct 16–18
Open houses, fall foliage, and outdoor concerts
Live on the Green Lawnwarming Party at Ascend Amphitheater
Grace Potter, Guster, and Beach Weather headline an open-air riverfront lawn celebration while the autumn dusk rolls over the Cumberland.
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Mossy Ridge Autumn Loop Hike at Percy Warner Park
Tackle the 4.5-mile unpaved trail winding across deep hollows and oak-hickory ridges currently ablaze with peak red and bronze fall canopy.
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🎸 Happening Today
Live music, theater, and game day around town
Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit at Ryman Auditorium
The annual Ryman residency brings searing guitar solos and poignant Southern lyricism to the wooden pews of the Mother Church.
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Nashville Predators vs. St. Louis Blues at Bridgestone Arena
Central Division rivalry hockey kicks off under the Saturday night lights, complete with the roaring home crowd on lower Broadway.
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The Sound of Music at TPAC Andrew Jackson Hall
A crisp Saturday afternoon matinee staging of the classic Rodgers & Hammerstein musical in the heart of the arts district.
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✨ New & Notable
Limited-run autumn highlights around town
Cheekwood Harvest & Pumpkin Village
Over 100,000 pumpkins, towering pumpkin topiary houses, and seasonal drafts poured in the courtyard beer garden make this 55-acre estate shine in mid-October.
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OPRY 100 Celebration at Grand Ole Opry House
The country music institution marks its century milestone with legendary and contemporary guest stars sharing the circle under the Opry House rafters.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Effortless autumn getaways within a few hours' drive
Natchez Trace Parkway & Leiper's Fork Village
Drive south over the double-arched Natchez Trace Parkway Bridge with panoramic foliage views, then spend the afternoon wandering open-air porch fire pits, art galleries, and picking sessions at Fox & Locke.
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Sewanee Overlooks & Fiery Gizzard Trail
Head 90 minutes southeast to the Cumberland Plateau for sweeping valley leaf views from University View and hike past rocky creeks and sandstone bluffs in South Cumberland State Park.
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
Seasonal menus and neighborhood favorites
Fresh Pasta & Garlic Bread at Iggy's
Watch the pasta-shaping room in action at this bustling neighborhood trattoria; don't skip the whipped sweet cream garlic bread.
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Communal Country Breakfast at Monell's
Pass skillets of skillet-fried chicken, buttery biscuits, country ham, and cheese grits family-style around shared tables in an 1880s Victorian home.
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Morning Sourdough & Cardamom Buns at Dozen Bakery
Snag a patio seat in the crisp 60-degree morning sun with a warm ginger cardamom bun, crusty pain au levain, and locally roasted Crema espresso.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Nashville, TN with kids?
Family-friendly highlights right now include Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit at Ryman Auditorium, Nashville Predators vs. St. Louis Blues at Bridgestone Arena, and The Sound of Music at TPAC Andrew Jackson Hall. WonderKit refreshes this Nashville, TN guide daily so the picks stay current.
Where can families eat in Nashville, TN?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists restaurants that work for families in Nashville, TN, including spots that handle toddlers and offer kid-friendly menus.
What's happening in Nashville, TN this weekend with kids?
Check the "This Weekend in Nashville, TN" section above for current family-friendly events and weekend activities in Nashville, TN. Updated daily.
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