Nashville Fall Festival
Fall festival · Tennessee
A working farm on the west side of Nashville turns into a full fall carnival each year, with a corn maze, a sunflower field left over from summer, hayrides and a pumpkin patch all on one property. Some weekends even bring helicopter rides over the farm if you want the color from the air.
Don’t miss
Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: November 7–November 11
Color builds from October 25 · mostly bare by December 2
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Nashville Fall Festival’s own coordinates and elevation (178 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
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Plan from a city
Frequently asked
- When does Nashville Fall Festival peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 7–November 11 (best estimate November 9). Color starts around October 25 and is mostly bare by December 2.
- What is Nashville Fall Festival best for?
- A full fall carnival on the west side of Nashville.
- How do I get to Nashville Fall Festival?
- The closest city is Nashville, about 17 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Tennessee's fall lineup.
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