Fun Things To Do In Nashville During The Fall
September — November 2024
Swap spin cycles for scenic strolls and pumpkin-spiced everything
Crisp air, colorful leaves, and the sound of boots crunching on fallen foliage—that’s the magic of fall in Nashville. But let’s face it, laundry day is the ultimate buzzkill. So, while Clean Drop tackles those overflowing hampers, why not trade the scent of detergent for fresh autumnal air and pumpkin spice lattes?
From golden foliage to festive events, we’ve curated a laundry-free guide to experiencing the best of fall in Music City. So, ditch the dryer sheets, grab your go-to boots, and let’s make some fall memories!
Cheekwood Harvest 🍁
📆 September 14 – October 27
📍 Cheekwood Estate and Gardens
This annual extravaganza features over 75,000 pumpkins (yes, you read that right), three pumpkin houses, and a 9-foot-tall ‘P’mumkin’ topiary that’s basically begging for a selfie. Stroll through the Bradford Robertson Color Garden ablaze with fall hues, wander along the Scarecrow Trail, and groove to live music in the Beer Garden every weekend.
Boo at the Zoo Nashville 👻
📆 October 10-28
Trick-or-treat among the animals, enjoy festive decorations, and catch special animal enrichment activities. This 3-week-long event is geared towards families with young children and features trick-or-treating stations, a hayride, and a costume contest. Some of the zoo’s animals will be out late for viewing, and food and drinks will be available for purchase (guests can also bring their own).
Lucky Ladd Farms Fall Family Fun Festival 🍂
📆 September 21 – November 1, 2024
📍 Lucky Ladd Farms, Eagleville, TN
Voted Tennessee’s best pumpkin patch and corn maze, Lucky Ladd Farms offers everything from pony rides to pumpkin picking. Families will love exploring the giant 60-acre farm with activities like mega slides, a petting zoo, and even a parakeet aviary. Weekends bring live music and seasonal snacks like caramel apples.
Tennessee Central Railway Museum Excursions 🚊
📆 Various weekends in October
📍 Tennessee Central Railway Museum, Nashville
Swap the city buzz for a serene ride through Tennessee’s breathtaking autumn landscapes on a vintage train. Whether you’re seeking a laid-back escape or a cozy date idea, these train excursions deliver a front-row seat to vibrant fall foliage. Sip on hot cider as the train rolls through the picturesque countryside—don’t forget to bring your camera!
Honeysuckle Hill Farm Fall Festival 🎃
📆 Open through October 29, 2024
📍 Honeysuckle Hill Farm, Springfield, TN
Experience fall at its finest with Honeysuckle Hill Farm’s all-encompassing autumn festival. From a sprawling corn maze and pumpkin patch to a skeleton band, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss the family-favorite pig races or the singing chickens show, adding a quirky and hilarious touch to your fall day. Make it a full day with a hayride, bonfire, and some of their famous kettle corn
Shuckles Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch 🌽
📆 Weekends through October
📍 Greenwood Farms, Gallatin, TN
Get lost in one of the region’s top-rated corn mazes at Shuckles! Wander the winding paths of this 10-acre maze, snap fall pics at their vibrant pumpkin patch, or hop on a hayride for a true autumn adventure. Perfect for families, they’ve also got a barnyard playground and delicious fall treats to keep the fun rolling all day long
Walden Farm Fall Festival 🐤
📆 Now through October 31, 2024
Packed with family-friendly fall fun, Walden Farm offers an exciting mix of activities. Test your skills on the climbing wall, race your friends down the Tennessee Slip ‘N Slide, or conquer the corn maze. Kids and adults alike will love hay mountain, duck races, pumpkin bowling, and calf roping. With a corn crib, tunnel swing, and the always-popular corn hole, this festival has something for everyone. Don’t forget to check out the new climbing wall while you’re there!
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Clean Drop frees up your time for these fall things to do in Nashville
Fall in Nashville is a vibe: A chilly yet cozy atmosphere, pumpkins EVERYWHERE, and that undeniable urge to ditch your responsibilities and just live. But laundry day is the ultimate mood killer. Who wants to be stuck indoors folding socks when the city’s bursting with fall colors and festive feels?
Fall in Nashville is calling, and with Clean Drop handling your laundry, you’re free to answer. Cast away the chores, make the most of the season, and book your pickup today