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Williamson County Fair 2026

At the Williamson County Fair, it is our mission to provide a family friendly fair, promoting agriculture, bringing communities together and celebrating the traditions of Williamson County! This year’s fair theme honors the 250th anniversary of our country with all-American staples that make us nostalgic for classic homegrown traditions like county fairs! Come celebrate with #9DaysofFUN at the Williamson County Fair, August 7-15! We can’t wait to see you there!
Dates: 
08/07/2026
08/08/2026
08/09/2026
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Location: 
4215 Long Lane, Franklin, Williamson County, TN 37064, United States
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2026 Summer Concert Series - The Streets of Indian Lake

Stroll, shop and enjoy the sounds of The Streets of Indian Lake in our CENTER STAGE plaza! Great shops, restaurants and FREE concerts full of family-friendly music to ease into those relaxing summer evenings.
Dates: 
08/06/2026
08/13/2026
08/20/2026
6:30 - 9pm
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Location:

300 Indian Lake Blvd.
Hendersonville, TN, 37075
United States

Phone:

(615) 838-8238

Depot District BBQ Festival - Town of Smyrna

Fire up your appetite! Join us for the Depot District BBQ Fest on Saturday, August 8, from 6:00–9:00 p.m. in the heart of the Depot District. Enjoy BBQ, desserts, live music, family-friendly fun, and cast your vote for your favorite BBQ vendor. Best of all, admission is free! 98 Front Street, Smyrna, TN. Bring your family, bring your friends, and come hungry! We'll see you at the BBQ Fest!
Dates: 
08/08/2026
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: 
Depot District (Front Street) Smyrna, TN
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2026 Watermelon Festival

Back by popular demand! Join us for Watermelon Fest on Saturday, August 15! Featuring live music on two stages, 21+ watermelon drinks, a kids’ zone with face painting, free pony rides, a petting zoo and hands on science with Adventure Science Center, crafts and yard games, cooking demonstrations and free tastings with Nossi College of Art, vendor specials, food trucks and more. The event is free, and parking is also free!
Dates: 
08/15/2026
10 - 2pm
Location: 
Nashville Farmers' Market, 900 Rosa L Parks Blvd, Nashville, TN 37208, United States
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Bass Tire Family Night at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway

BASS TIRE FAMILY NIGHT is almost here! Join us at the historic Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway on Saturday, August 8 for a full evening of thrilling short track racing and affordable family fun! Bounce Houses, Giveaways, and More!
Dates: 
08/08/2026
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Location: 
Fairgrounds Speedway Nashville, Benton Avenue, Nashville, TN, USA
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Tomato Art Fest 2026

Located in Historic East Nashville’s Five Points, Tomato Art Fest is a two day celebration that is for all ages and is free to attend! Join us for a fun and wacky time full of art, music, food, costumes, contests, shopping, kids activities, & more! Tomato Art Fest is free to attend, welcoming to all, and costumes are encouraged. Additionally, there are a few official ticketed festival events that are optional.
Dates: 
08/07/2026
08/08/2026
Friday August 7th 5-10pm Saturday August 8th 9am-7pm
Location: 
Five Points East Nashville
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Labor Day Week at Nashville KOA Resort

Join us this week for fun activities including: Water aerobics, sand art, ceramic painting, pool games, paint and sip, face painting, and trivia. On Saturday we have a hike to a state park. We meet at the office at 9am and caravan out to the park (usually about a 2-2.5 mile hike). Sign up for the hike ahead of time so we know who is going. On Sunday, we have a bring your own craft time. Do you travel with crafts (sewing machines, carving etc) but don't have room in your rv to craft? Come on over to the event hall and use our tables. Live music is performed every day. Our barrel train will also be running on Friday and Saturday. **Must have a campsite booked to participate in campground events.
Dates: 
08/31/2026
09/01/2026
09/02/2026
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Location: 
Nashville KOA Resort, 2626 Music Valley Drive, Nashville, TN 37214, United States
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Potluck and Picnic at Bells Bend Park

Gather in community to celebrate the final days of summer and the bounty of the harvest with Bells Bend Park and the Bells Bend Conservation Corridor. Bring a dish to share with community, well labeled with all ingredients and potential allergens clearly written out, as well as your own plate and cutlery. This event will be held behind the nature center, with washrooms in close proximity for washing hands. Please do not wash dishes or food items in the public restrooms following the potluck/picnic. Pack-in, pack-out, leave no trace activity. Participants may chose to bring their own picnic instead of something to share, should they prefer. Call 615-862-4187 or email bellsbend@nashville.gov to register.
Dates: 
08/23/2026
5 p.m.
Location: 
Bells Bend Outdoor Center, 4187 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37218, United States
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