Fall Festivals and Events in Nashville, TN

After a long, hot summer season in Tennessee, nothing makes us more excited than the start of the fall season. There’s no better way to get in the fall spirit than enjoying fall festivities in our Nashville community. From fall festivals to Halloween events, Nashville has something for every occasion, mood, and person!

Since Curcio Dermatology is located in Green Hills, we have created a list of our top picks for fall festivals and events to attend this season! Whether you are looking for a future fall date night, family-friendly outing, or a night out with some friends, check out our recommendations for enjoying Nashville this fall season.

*It is important to note that event details are subject to change, so be sure to check the event website before the event.*

Fall Festivals

Bottom View Farm Fall Festival

Location: 185 Wilkerson Lane, Portland, TN 37148

Dates: September 25th – October 31st

Time:  8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. daily

Admission: Monday – Friday $8 per person | Saturday – Sunday $10 per person

Admission Discounts: Children age 2 & Under are FREE

What’s Included:  Rolled-hay maze, hayrides, train rides, slides, jumping pillow, pedal tractors, gold mine, live animals, refreshments, ice cream parlor, pumpkin patch, and one small pumpkin for you!

Details: With endless options of family fun, come take advantage of the beautiful fall weather at the Bottom View Farm Fall Festival. Not only does Bottom View Farm hold all the pumpkins and sweets, but they hold the record for the World’s longest rolled-hay maze! Come a-mazed and enjoy the fall festival happening daily until Halloween. Each paid admission gets a small pumpkin included!

Website: Fall Festival (bottomviewfarm.com)

Honeysuckle Hill Farm

Location: 1765 Martins Chapel Church Road, Springfield, TN 37172

Dates: September 25th – October 31st

Time:  Closed Monday – Wednesday, except for Fall Break (Oct. 11 – 13) | Thursdays 09:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Fridays 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Sundays 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. *refer to website for fall break hours*

Admission: Weekdays including Fridays and Fall Break $15.95 online / $17.95 at the gate | Weekends $17.95 online / $19.95 at the gate

What’s Included:  Corn maze, hayride, pumpkin train, cow train, Cornado mechanical swing, carousel, Lil Rascals zip line, jumping pillows, challenge course, tree-house village, petting farm, tiny town playground, duck races, back 40 ball zone, milking parlor, pipe slide mountain, corn box, battle creek nature trail, bubble hut, miners mountain slide, funhouse, pig race show (weekends), pumping cannon show (weekends), singing chicken show (weekends), flower patch (Fridays and weekends), free parking, and MUCH MORE!

Details: Wow, what a list of fun activities included! Plan your next weekend family adventure or date night at the extravagant Honeysuckle Hill Farm. With family-friendly shows on the weekend and all the traditional fall festivities, this event won’t be one to miss! Find out more information regarding the event at the website link below.

Website: Honeysuckle Hill Farm | Outdoor Fun near Nashville

Fall 2021 at Gentry’s Farm

Location: 1974 New Highway 96 W, Franklin, TN 37064

Dates: October 2nd – October 31st

Time:  Saturdays 09:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Sundays 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Mondays 09:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Admission: $8.25 + tax per person

Admission Discounts: Two free admissions with Active Military ID | Senior (65+) FREE | Children under 2 are FREE

What’s Included: Four-acre cornfield maze, nature trail, wooden tractor playground, grain trough barn, hands-on centers barn, tire swings, mini-maze, labyrinth, putt-putt golf, indoor maze, log cabin, farm animals, and a wagon ride through historic farm to see the cows!

Details: Whether you want to get lost in a maze or two or play games on the farm, Gentry’s Farm event doesn’t hold back on exciting activities. Gentry’s Farm is set apart from all other fall festivals with its intricate labyrinth designs. Join the October exclusive event to pair your fall festivities with Tennessee spirit!

Website: FALL — GENTRY’S FARM (gentryfarm.com)

Shuckles Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch

Location: 7526 Swift Rd, Greenbrier, TN 37073

Dates: September 25th – October 31st

Time:  Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Sundays 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Mondays – Fridays Closed

Admission: GA $13.67 + tax | Children 2 & Under FREE *Walk-up admission is not guaranteed. Purchase tickets online*

Admission Discounts: Military $12.76 + tax | Senior (65+) $12.76 + tax

What’s Included: 10-acre corn maze, hayride, magic shows, live entertainment, 60’ jumping pillow, 40’ super slide, sandbox, ninja climbing tree, ninja warrior obstacle courses, roller slide, swings, giant spider web climb, jumbo Jenga, Saturday night movies, maze, rope maze, pumpkin bowling, playground, pumpkin tic-tac-toe, pumpkin decorating, zip lines, pumpkin slide, pumpkin basketball, pumpkin skeeball, animal corral, fort fiddlesticks, right turn only maze, corn hole, bonfires, photo ops, and so much more!

Details: Just when you thought there couldn’t be more pumpkin events, Shuckles Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch top it all! With over 30 events, Shuckles has more fall festivities than you can even imagine. This family-friendly event has plenty of activities for the kids as well as activities for adults. Enjoy the award-winning children’s entertainer and magician, Bruce Amato, for his incredible illusions and comedy show!

Website: Home | Shuckle’s 2021 (shucklescornmaze.com)

Cheekwood Harvest

Location: 1200 Forrest Park Dr, Nashville, TN 37205

Dates: September 18th – October 31st

Time:  Tuesdays – Sundays 09:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Thursday Night Out 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Admission: Gardens Only Non-Members $20 per adult | Gardens & Mansion $25 per adult *Reserve online in advance!*

Admission Discounts: View Website for Senior, Student, Youth, and Ages 2 & Under discounts. *Varies with package*

What’s Included: Garden views, oak trees, maple trees, dogwood trees, pumpkin patch, beer garden (September 18th – October 24th), live music, food trucks, garden tours, hands-on activities, storytime, crafts, scarecrows, and much more!

Details: Celebrate the fall season with the six-week celebration of Cheekwood Harvest! This year’s impressive lineup of festivities will have you transported to a pumpkin wonderland. Pair the fresh fall weather with the changing leaves to enjoy a family day or an afternoon date. For more information, check out the website link below!

Website: Cheekwood Harvest – Cheekwood Estate & Gardens | Nashville, Tennessee

Light the Nations

Location: 51st Ave. N., Nashville TN, 37209

Date: Saturday, October 16th

Time:  2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Admission: FREE

What’s Included: Live music on two stages, luminary bag decorating, performance area, vendor market with over 50 local vendors, face painting, art, delicious local food trucks, neighbors, smores, and more!

Details: Featuring the top local businesses, art, vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment, the 5th annual Light the Nations will be an unforgettable event! With multiple artists and bands performing on the stages, there will be music throughout the event. Join your friends, family, and even bring your kids to support our West Nashville community!

Website: Light the Nations (lightthenationsnashville.com)

Lucky Ladd Farms Pumpkin Festival

Location: 4374 Rocky Glade Rd, Eagleville, TN 37060

Dates: October 4th – October 30th

Time:  Thursdays – Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Sundays 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Mondays – Wednesdays Closed

Admission: $15.99 – $35.99 depending on dates and packages

What’s Included: Pumpkin patch, award-winning destination, food, sweets, corn maze, family entertainment, farm market, decorations, petting zoo, barrel train, pony rides, mega slides, expression swings, tire climbing wall, rubber duck races, gem mining, tree tire swings, milking cows, wagon rides, giant pipe swings, tunnel slides, climbing obstacles, half-pipe mega slide, bull riding, Cedar-Glade trails, playgrounds, spider web crawler, steer roping, tricycle race track, ropes maze, educational exhibits, jump pad, and even MORE!

Details: Voted “#1 Pumpkin Patch” in the state by the Travel Channel and “2019 Best Fall Festival” for middle Tennessee, Lucky Ladd’s is the place to be this fall! Indulge in some delicious fall treats like their famous caramel apples, homemade kettle corn, and pumpkin and apple cider donuts. Walk the farm to pick out your perfect pumpkin to create the perfect fall family traditions.

Website: Petting Zoo, Family Fun Park Entertainment Destination featuring Fall Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze | Nashville TN | Lucky Ladd Farms

Halloween Events

Boo at the Zoo – Nashville Zoo

Location: 3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211

Dates: October 15th – 17th, 19th – 24th, 26th – 30th.

Time:  Fridays – Sundays 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. nightly

Admission: starting at $20 for non-members

What’s Included: Zoo animals, 10 trick-or-treat stations, food, drinks, costumes, pumpkin patches, hay creatures, talking pumpkins, Monster Mash dance area, Scary-Go-Round carousel, special animal shows nightly, glow-in-the-dark souvenir cup for kids, and more spooktacular fun!

Details: Trick-or-Treating in the zoo? Yes, please! Enjoy Nashville Zoo’s favorite family-friendly Halloween event surrounded by zoo animals! This year’s Boo at the Zoo walk-through experience is presented by Middle Tennessee Honda Dealers. For more information on the pricing and dates, go to the website link below.

Website: Petting Zoo, Family Fun Park Entertainment Destination featuring Fall Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze | Nashville TN | Lucky Ladd Farms

The 36th Annual Pumpkinfest

Location: Main Street, Downtown Franklin, TN 37064

Dates: Saturday, October 30th

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Admission: FREE

What’s Included: Fall-themed festivities, activations, live entertainment, pet and people costume contests, local art and crafts vendors, food and beverage vendors, Beer Garden, downtown shopping, KidZone, Whiskey Lounge, and more to experience!

Details: Celebrate the eve of Halloween at the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s Pumpkinfest! This full-day event is perfect for people of all ages and even pets too! Come dressed in your best costume to enter a Halloween costume contest. And come hungry because they will have the festival fall favorite food and drinks ready!

Website: PumpkinFest | The Heritage Foundation (williamsonheritage.org)

Haunted Corn Maze at Red Cedar Farms

Location: 2041 State Hwy 99, Chapel Hill, TN 37034

Dates: October 29th and October 30th

Time:  7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

Admission: $15 *No one under 10 is allowed through the maze; 10-16 years old’s must be accompanied by an adult*

What’s Included: Haunted corn maze, jump scares, spooky characters, food, drinks, music, and more!

Details: Think corn mazes are challenging enough? How about trying it in the dark with spooky traps and obstacles to get you turned around! Go through Red Cedar Farms haunted corn maze on Halloween weekend to get you in the spooky mood. For more information regarding the event, check out their website link below.

Website: Haunted Corn Maze – Red Cedar Farms (redcedarfarmstn.com)

Nashville Nightmare Haunted House

Location: 1016 Madison Square, Madison, TN 37115

Dates: October 1st – November 13th

Time:  7:00 p.m. – 11:00 a.m. *Depends on date selected*

Admission: GA starting at $19.99 *Not recommended for kids under 12*

What’s Included: Haunted Houses, scare zones, laser maze, mini escape games, Operation: Laughing Place, axe throwing, bar, and more scary fun!

Details: Are you ready to be scared? Join the famous Nashville Nightmare for this frightening extended Halloween event. Rated by USA Today as one of the top 5 most terrifying haunted houses in America. Can you handle the nightmare? For more information on pricing and dates, go to the website link below.

Website: GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! | Nashville Nightmare Haunted House

Beast House – Nashville’s REAL Haunted House

Location: 3976 Dickerson Pike, Nashville, TN 37207

Dates: October 1st – November 6th

Time:  7:00 p.m. – 11:00 a.m. *Depends on date selected*

Admission: GA starting at $19.99 *Not recommended for kids*

What’s Included: Beast House- Nashville’s real haunted house, Chaos haunted house, Beast Jump- a terrifyingly real free-fall attraction, and the Beast Challenge- 3 phases to complete (18+)!

Details: A direct quote from the website, “If you can make it through all the phases of Beast House, you will get your money back!”. That should be proof of how this haunted house is REAL scary. For those who are not up to the Beast Challenge, you can attend the separate haunted houses that are still scary but not to the same level as the Beast House. Check out the hype for yourself and order your tickets today!

Website: GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! | Nashville Nightmare Haunted House

Prepare Your Skin for Fall | Curcio Dermatology

As fall weather begins to cool off our skin from the intense summer heat, our skin may experience some changes. Curcio Dermatology offers several skincare treatments that may help improve your overall skin health during this fall season. Whether you are looking for a medical procedure or a cosmetic skin treatment for the fall, Curcio Dermatology can provide you with what you need. Our skilled team can set you up with an appointment to assess your skin concerns. In addition to cosmetic dermatology, we also provide surgeries for skin cancer, benign lesions as well as Mohs Micrographic Surgery. Contact us with questions or to set up an appointment via our online form or by calling (615) 679-9011.