Art

Cheekwood's fall season: thousands of mums, a scarecrow trail, pumpkin displays and family activities from September into November.

A free downtown celebration of Nashville's visual arts, with public art, hands-on activities and work by local artists.

Cheekwood's Harvest Moon celebration of Japanese culture, with music, dance, tea, crafts and lantern-lit gardens.

East Nashville's beloved two-day Five Points festival of tomato-themed art, costumes, contests, live music and local vendors.

A two-day independent film festival at East Side Bowl built around bold, unconventional cinema and festival parties. Typically 18+.

A multi-day showcase of Nashville's independent and experimental arts, with theater, dance and new work at venues across the city.

More than 80 artisans and crafters on the lawn at Homestead Manor, with food trucks, live music and a visit with Santa, typically in December.

More than 140 artisans and food vendors, live music and the Little Miss Buttercup Pageant, typically the first Saturday in May.

Live pottery demonstrations and local makers at The Copper Fox Gallery, typically held in September.

Local makers, handmade goods and food vendors outdoors at Bowie Nature Park, typically held in the spring.

A spring celebration of young artists at Bicentennial Park, with performances, a juried student art exhibit, and hands-on activities.