Ba-dee-ya, dancin’ in September! Grab a sitter or bring ’em along to a new event this weekend. Remember, the couples that play together stay together! Head to a festive outing perfect for parents (and older kids!).
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Enjoy this three-day family-friendly celebration of Greek history, food and culture on the grounds of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church.
Nashville Greek Festival
Friday, Sept. 25 | 4 to 9 p.m
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 11 a.m. to 9 p.m
Sunday, Sept. 27 | 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
$5; Children 12 and younger and first responders with valid ID are free.
Savory cuisine, soulful music, lively dancing and educational tours transform the grounds of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (4905 Franklin Pike, Nashville) into a three-day glendi. The festival features centuries-old recipes and smiling chefs to please all foodies.
Celebrate Dolly Parton Day on Friday with a free outdoor screening of “Steel Magnolias” in Brentwood’s Crockett Park.
Movie in the Park: Steel Magnolias
Friday, Sept. 25 | 8 p.m.
FREE
The city of Brentwood is bringing Movies in the Park back to honor Dolly Parton with a free screening of Steel Magnolias. Bring your blankets and chairs (and sense of humor!) to the Crockett Park Amphitheater for the 8 p.m. showing. Food trucks will be on hand … and organizers suggest that you wear pink!
Art lovers can come out this weekend to Walk of Fame Park in Nashville for large-scale art installations, contemporary works, murals and immersive experiences.
Bring the family to Cheekwood and enjoy photo-ops featuring thousands of pumpkins and more.
Cheekwood Harvest
Tuesdays – Sundays through Nov. 1 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
$21-29 for adults who are not-yet members; $14-22 for youth who are not-yet members
During this six-week festival, Cheekwood (1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville) transforms into a seasonal wonderland with a Pumpkin Village featuring three interactive pumpkin houses, a scarecrow trail and thousands of pumpkins. Plus, stroll the new “Marigold River,” featuring 2,500 blooms lining the walkway from the Bradford Robertson Color Garden to the Arboretum Lawn. New this year, the fun continues after dusk during Harvest NIGHTS on Thursdays and live music on the weekends. from 12 – 2 p.m.
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The 4th Annual Middle Tennessee Hatch Green Chile Roast features fresh-roasted Hatch green chiles shipped directly from New Mexico, live music, local artisans and food vendors.
Middle Tennessee Hatch Green Chile Roast
Friday, Sept. 25 | 5 – 9 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 26 |10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
FREE
Get ready for family fun and fresh Green Chiles directly from Hatch, NM at the Wilson County Fairgrounds (945 East Baddour Parkway, Lebanon). In addition to roasting Green Chiles , there will also be live music, local vendors & artisans and food crafters that will be grilling and serving many of your favorite dishes featuring fresh roasted Hatch Green Chile.
Déyonté Jenkins plays the dual roles of Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde in the Hendersonville Performing Arts Company production of “Jekyll and Hyde.”
Jekyll and Hyde at HPAC
Friday, Sept. 25 | 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 27 | 2 p.m.
(Runs through Oct. 4)
$22 – $25
The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life in this musical based on the classic story at the Hendersonville Performing Arts Company (260 West Main St., Suite 204, Hendersonville). Rated PG-13 for violence, frightening moments, mature themes and some suggestive content.
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The 57th annual Nashville Film Festival (NashFilm) runs Sept. 24 – Sept. 30, with more than 150 independent films, Q&As and panels.
Nashville Film Festival
Thursday, Sept. 24 through Sept. 30 | check for specific showings
Ranging from $195 for conference access up to $425 for full festival badges, with individual screening tickets also available
The 57th Nashville Film Festival celebrates film, music and culture at arts venues across Nashville. Venues include the National Museum of African American Music, Regal Green Hills Theater, Hooky Entertainment, the Belcourt Theatre, Soho House and more. The festival showcases nearly 150 films from around the globe, alongside Q&A sessions with filmmakers, industry panels, parties, and opportunities to connect with fellow creatives and film fans.
Last call to bring the family out to the bluegrass series at the Percy Warner Parks Equestrian Center in Nashville.
Full Moon Pickin’ Parties
Friday, Sept. 25 | 6 to 10 p.m.
FREE
It’s the final installment of this year’s bluegrass music series under the stars in Percy Warner Park (2500 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville). Enjoy live bluegrass, local food trucks, cold brews, pickin’ circles around the Equestrian barn and more.
Prost! Fill your pint at the 12th annual Oktoberfest at Oaklands Mansion THIS Saturday.
Oktoberfest at Oaklands Mansion
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 4 to 8 p.m.
$55 for craft beer drinkers (ages 21 and older); $25 for designated drivers (ages 17+) and ages 16 and younger are free
Enjoy craft brewers, local food, live music and more outdoors on the grounds of Oaklands Mansion (900 N. Maney Ave., Murfreesboro).
Spice things up THIS Sunday at the Hendersonville Hot Chicken Festival.
Hendersonville Hot Chicken Festival
Sunday, Sept. 27 | 4 to 8 p.m.
FREE
Hendersonville’s second annual Hot Chicken Festival comes to Veterans Park (140 Scotch St., Hendersonville). The event includes hot chicken from local vendors, live music & family friendly entertainment, a Kids’ Zone with activities, a hot chicken tasting contest and food trucks.
