For listeners planning a Nashville adventure this week, the city is brimming with energy and unforgettable experiences. Tonight, Thursday, October 9, classical music lovers can catch Ludovico Einaudi performing his evocative piano compositions at 7:30 PM at the historic Ryman Auditorium, one of Nashville’s most iconic music venues. Over at the Grand Ole Opry House, Opry Country Classics takes the stage at 7:00 PM, bringing contemporary stars and legendary acts together for a night of timeless country favorites—plus you can upgrade your experience with access to exclusive lounges and even score a backstage tour, where you’ll step into the famed wooden circle where the legends stood, as described by Opry.com.
If you’re craving live music with a Nashville vibe, check out The Basement East where the Prine Family Presents: You Got Gold celebrates the songs of John Prine. The venue has shows almost every night so always something for music fans, as highlighted on The Basement Nashville’s event page.
Looking ahead, the International Black Film Festival runs through October 5, offering film screenings, panels, and in-depth workshops with creators and filmmakers. Also through Sunday, Oktoberfest brings a lively German celebration to Germantown, featuring authentic food, beer, polka dancing, and family-friendly activities, making it a must for those wanting a true local festival experience, as noted by Visit Music City.
On Saturday, October 11 at 1:00 PM, Women Behind the Lyrics presents Wendy Moten, Sarah Harralson, Delaney Ann, and Judy Paster at The Listening Room Café. Enjoy top-notch songwriting and performances in an intimate café setting known for both music and food, as promoted by the Listening Room Café schedule.
Families have much to enjoy this week. Lucky Ladd Farms is in full swing with its Fall Festival, pumpkin patch, and corn maze running through Halloween, perfect for a day of festive fall fun and delicious treats like caramel apples and pumpkin donuts.
Sports fans have action, too, as the Nashville Predators take on the Columbus Blue Jackets at Bridgestone Arena tonight at 7:00 PM, according to the Nashville Events Calendar.
Live music continues all week across Nashville, with acts in venues large and small, from City Winery to SoBro’s Blue Room. There really is more live music in Nashville than one person could possibly catch, but that’s the beauty of Music City.
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