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Things to do in Nashville in October

October is one of the best months to visit Nashville, with average highs around 73°F. Crisp air and changing leaves make parks and viewpoints shine.

Plan a October weekend Where else in October

Best picks for October

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in October.

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

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Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park

Urban state park in Nashville, Tennessee

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Centennial Park

city park in Nashville, Tennessee, US

Holidays in October 2026

Columbus Day · Mon, Oct 12

Expect busier roads and pricier stays around these dates. See long weekends.

What’s on in Nashville in October

Concerts, games and shows in the next few weeks. Tickets open on Ticketmaster.

Sun, Oct 4 · 7:30 PMRole Model Presents: Chuck On TourThe Truth Plan a weekend around it

Sun, Oct 4 · 8:00 PMDaði Freyr: Too Much, Not EnoughBrooklyn Bowl Nashville

Also great in October in Tennessee

Knoxville Memphis Chattanooga Clarksville Johnson City

Nashville in October: quick answers

Is October a good time to visit Nashville?

October is one of the best months to visit Nashville, with average highs around 73°F. Crisp air and changing leaves make parks and viewpoints shine.

What is the weather like in Nashville in October?

Average daytime highs are around 73°F, compared with 93°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Nashville in October?

Top picks for October: Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, Centennial Park, Stones River National Battlefield, Nashville Zoo at Grassmere.