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October 19, 2025 3 mins
Nashville is buzzing with exciting events and experiences this week, perfect for anyone looking to make the most of autumn in Music City. If you’re tuning in today, don’t miss the final day of the TN Hot Sauce Expo, where spice lovers can sample sizzling sauces, enjoy fiery eating competitions, and check out local food vendors—it’s a true celebration of all things hot happening this Sunday. Today also marks the closing of the Southern Festival of Books, offering listeners a last chance this season to meet celebrated authors, browse panels, and enjoy a vibrant literary atmosphere in downtown Nashville, as detailed by Nashville Guru.

Kicking off your evenings, Boo at the Zoo is in full swing at the Nashville Zoo, running tonight from 5 to 9 pm. Kids can trick-or-treat, meet costumed characters, and enjoy dazzling light displays at one of the city’s favorite family-friendly Halloween traditions, according to Kids Out and About Nashville.

Midweek, the Grand Ole Opry is hosting a standout event on Sunday night in partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Country star Kelsea Ballerini leads a top-tier lineup, uniting for a cause to support the fight against childhood disease. Show tickets benefit St. Jude, and listeners can even opt for a backstage tour after the performance for an unforgettable behind-the-scenes peek, as reported by the Grand Ole Opry official calendar.

For music fans, the Ryman Auditorium lineup keeps the energy high throughout the week. Dermot Kennedy, joined by Haffway, takes the stage Sunday night, while upcoming performances at the Ryman include folk favorites, country legends, and even free sidewalk sessions for those looking to enjoy live music in a laid-back setting. The Ryman’s October calendar highlights Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Blues Traveler with Spin Doctors, and even special all-star tribute nights—there’s truly something for every listener, as listed on the Ryman Auditorium website.

Looking ahead to the weekend, Cheekwood’s Harvest celebration features pumpkin houses, scarecrows, and family crafts amid beautiful fall gardens. Art lovers can also catch the ongoing Shawn Huckins exhibition at Cheekwood Estate and Gardens. And don’t forget the Tennessee Beer, Wine, and Shine Festival, where over thirty local breweries and wineries set up at Two Rivers Mansion for a day of savory sips and live entertainment, as mentioned by Visit Music City.

From sports and live comedy to pumpkin patches and Halloween fun, Nashville is alive with adventures waiting for you this week. Thanks for tuning in and be sure to subscribe! This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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Speaker 1 (00:10):
Nashville is buzzing with exciting events and experiences this week,
perfect for anyone looking to make the most of autumn
and music city. If you're tuning in today, don't miss
the final day of the TN Hot Sauce Expo, where
spice lovers can sample sizzling sauces, enjoy fiery eating competitions,
and check out local food vendors. It's a true celebration

(00:31):
of all things hot happening this Sunday. Today also marks
the closing of the Southern Festival of Books, offering listeners
a last chance this season to meet celebrated offers, browse panels,
and enjoy a vibrant literary atmosphere in downtown Nashville, as
detailed by Nashville Gore. Kicking off your evenings, Boo at

(00:51):
the Zoo is in full swain at the Nashville Zoo,
running tonight from five to nine pm, kids can trick
or treat, meet costume characters, and in enjoy dazzling light
displays at one of the city's favorite family friendly Halloween traditions.
According to Kids Out and About Nashville. Midweek, the Grand
Old Opry is hosting a standout event on Sunday Night

(01:12):
in partnership with Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital. Country star
Kelsey Ballerini leads a top tier lineup uniting for a
cause to support the fight against childhood disease. Show tickets
benefit Saint Jude, and listeners can even opt for a
backstage tour after the performance for an unforgettable behind the
scenes peak. As reported by the Grand Ole Opry official

(01:34):
calendar for music fans, the Ryman Auditorium lineup keeps the
energy high throughout the week. Dermot Kennedy joined by Halfway,
takes the stage Sunday Night, while upcoming performances at the
Ryeman include folk favorites, country legends, and even free sidewalk
sessions for those looking to enjoy live music in a
laid back setting. The Ryman's October calendar highlights Jason I

(01:58):
Isbel and The four hundred Unit Blues Traveler. With spin
doctors and even special all star tribute nights, There's truly
something for every listener, as listed on the Ryman Auditorium website.
Looking ahead to the weekend, Cheekwood's Harvest celebration features pumpkin houses, scarecrows,
and family crafts amid beautiful fall gardens. Art lovers can

(02:20):
also catch the ongoing Sean Hockins exhibition at Cheekwood Estate
and Gardens. And don't forget the Tennessee Beer, Wine and
Shine Festival, where over thirty local breweries and wineries set
up at Two Rivers Mansion for a day of savory
SIPs and live entertainment. As mentioned by, visit Music City.
From sports and live comedy to pumpkin patches and Halloween fun,

(02:44):
Nashville is alive with adventures waiting for you this week.
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