Happy Fall Y’all! While the temps haven’t officially fallen yet, Nashville is getting in the fall spirit with allllll the fall things. We’re talking pumpkin patches, apple orchards, fall-themed bars and so much more! There are a few weeks left till October, so embrace your inner fall lover and knock these 11 things off your Nashville Fall Bucket List. I’m sharing my favorite picks below!
Nashville Fall Bucket List
Apple Picking at Morning Glory Orchard
I shot the photo above at Morning Glory Orchard! It’s about a 45 to an hour drive from Nashville right next to historic Nolensville. They have a little store where you can get apples, pumpkins, and other apple-themed items, and tasty goodies. You can also pay $5 and do a self-guided tour through their apple orchard. If you go on a weekend, spring for the picnic and charcuterie board!
Grab a Drink at the Impractical Magic Bar
The Hidden Bar at Noelle has done some pretty awesome popups this year. But the Impractical Magic popup might be my favorite! Inspired by the movie Practical Magic, the Hidden Bar has transformed each into an enchanting take on the Owens family home. Follow the candlelight for midnight margaritas and curious concoctions as the witching hour unfolds.
Hermitage Ghost Tour
Do you believe in ghosts? That’s the question you’ll be asking yourself on the Hermitage Ghost Tour! Even if you’re a native Nashvillian like me, this tour is a must and will have you looking at historic places a little differently now that you know their spooky past.
Light the Nations
As a proud Nations Girl, this is a free event that I look forward to every year! Our main street, 51st, shuts down and you can walk around and enjoy food trucks, live music, and tents from local vendors. They also have a kids area and you can bring your pets. Worth stopping by and having some fun!
BOOze at the Zoo
It’s Boo at the Zoo, but add a ze for the adults! This 21+ event is Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Nashville Zoo. Attendees will get BOOze samples from 16 beer and cocktail vendors, trick-or-treating, live music, animal encounters, nighttime zip-lining, and more. The best part is you get to dress in your best costume and participate in the costume contest!
See the Pumpkin House at Cheekwood
The pumpkin houses at Cheekwood are always on my fall bucket list. Cheekwood is such a beautiful property to walk around and explore and there are tons of fall photo ops. I highly recommend going on the weekday when it’s less crowded!
Family Fun at Lucky Ladd Farms
While I don’t have kids, I have four nephews and am down for some family fun at Lucky Ladd Farms! They have a petting zoo, pony rides, a corn maze, a pumpkin patch and so much more! Getting tickets as a walkup is hit or miss so definitely get tickets online beforehand.
Pick Your Pumpkin at Gentry’s Farm
Another family-friendly place is Gentry’s Farm! They have a corn maze, nature trail, tire swings, putt-putt golf, and a lot more. Gentry’s Farm is open until October 31 on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and Mondays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Oktoberfest
Nashville gets involved in the Oktoberfest spirit in a big way! The event takes over 10 city blocks in Germantown (near downtown). Come and listen to music, eat some delicious food, drink German beer, check out the Tennessee arts and crafts, slide down the beer slide, and play with little ones in the Kids Zone. General Admission is free, and families and pets are welcome.
Say Hello to the Animals at Boo at the Zoo
I’m always looking for an excuse to go see my animal friends at the Nashville Zoo. Boo at the Zoo is a Nashville tradition for kids and adults! From 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. on October 16- November 1 go to the zoo for fall scenes, trick or treating (for the kiddos of course), and more! Recommend getting your tickets beforehand!
Check out the Pumpkinfest in Downtown Franklin
The 39th Annual Pumpkinfest is Williamson County AKA Downtown Franklin’s largest fall festival. This year it’s on Saturday, October 25, and the event stretches from Main Street into Downtown Franklin. There’s live music, food, drinks, costume contests, and fun for all ages!
It’s October 9-11 at the Parthenon in Centennial Park. One of the coolest parks in Music City!
September 24-30.
Here you can shop at the farmer’s market, eat at restaurants inside the farmer’s market, and walk around the park.
Check Out Some of My Other Nashville Posts!
A Newbies Guide to CMA Fest: Nashville’s Music Festivals
The Country Music Hall of Fame
Travel to Nashville: What to do in 24 Hours in Downtown Nashville
Some other honorable events for a Nashville Middle Tennessee fall: Go to a Tennessee Titans Football Game, grab a coffee and walk at Radnor Lake, Americana Music Festival, Celebrate Nashville Cultural Festival, and a Nashville Predators Hockey Home Game.
What’s on your Nashville fall bucket list? Share with me in a comment below!
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