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Wonderade Punch List
Nashville Weekend
Friday, Oct 23
Partly cloudy Saturday, cloudy Sunday, highs near 76 and 75 and no rain, but downtown is busy: a half marathon Saturday morning and a Titans home game Sunday, so check Getting around first. Saturday has pumpkin painting, Harvest Days and the Lucky Ladd glow maze; Sunday brings Cheekwood Harvest and Boo at the Zoo.
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The weather read
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Saturday
76° / 48°
Partly cloudy, 0% rain.
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Sunday
75° / 56°
Cloudy, 0% rain.
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Punch List rule this weekend: Great weather. Stay outside as long as the kids will let you.
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Getting around this weekend
Sunday · Nissan Stadium
When
Kickoff is at noon. Parking lots open at 8 am, stadium gates at 10 am, and lots close 2 hours after the game. (Tennessee Titans)Areas to avoid
Fans walk in from downtown over the Woodland Street Bridge (the stadium's recommended route), the Korean Veterans Blvd Bridge and the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge, so expect foot crowds on all three. (Nissan Stadium)Buses, shuttles and pedicabs all load at Woodland St and S. 1st St by the bridge, the busiest corner after the game. (Nissan Stadium)Shuttles and transit
WeGo local buses to the game are free; Park and Ride express buses run from Bellevue and Hickory Hollow (free) and Cool Springs and Gallatin/Hendersonville ($2 each way). (Nissan Stadium)Parked downtown? WeGo event buses board at the Elizabeth Duff Transit Center at WeGo Central or on Union Street across from the Metro Courthouse. The WeGo Star train is $17 with free parking. (WeGo Public Transit)The Gray Line gameday shuttle runs from 90 minutes before kickoff and back from halftime until 1 hour after the game, $20 round trip, cashless. (Nissan Stadium)The closest rideshare zones are Crutcher St on the south end and Gay St on the north end, across the Woodland St Bridge. (Nissan Stadium)Biking? Walk Bike Nashville runs a free bike valet at S. 1st St across from the foot of the pedestrian bridge, from two hours before kickoff until one hour after the game. (Nissan Stadium)Parking
On-site parking for Titans games is sold out, and there are no day-of parking sales on campus. (Nissan Stadium)Not published: Metro Nashville Police (MNPD) and NDOT posted no traffic plan or street closures for the Oct 25 game (both news pages checked Oct 25; MNPD's latest post was Oct 22); Nissan Stadium's transportation page and the Titans gameday page list no game-day road closures. Check the official page before you go. Not going? Every stop in this weekend's plans is at least 5.6 miles from Nissan Stadium as the crow flies (closest: Boo at the Zoo).
For families: Fine for kids, with tickets
Kids two and older need their own ticket; under two can sit on a grown-up's lap, and every minor must be with a parent or guardian. (Nissan Stadium)Leave the stroller at home: strollers are not allowed, but baby carriers are, along with sippy cups, wipes and baby food in plastic containers. (Nissan Stadium)Diaper bags count as bags: clear only, 12 by 12 by 6 inches or smaller, plus one small clutch no bigger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches. (Nissan Stadium)
Saturday · First Horizon Park
When
The half marathon and the 5K both start at 7 am at First Horizon Park; the finish line is open 7 to 11:30 am and the finish line festival runs until noon. (Run Nash)Areas to avoid
Run Nash's suggested detours: Broadway and Church St into downtown, 4th Ave S and 8th Ave S north and south (in breaks between runners), 12th Ave S around Music Row, and Jefferson St between East and West Nashville. (Run Nash)Need to cross the course? Police at the intersections will wave cars across when there are breaks in the runners. (Run Nash)Closures
Rep. John Lewis Way is closed from Jr. Gilliam Way to Harrison St, 3 am to 1 pm, the longest closure of the morning. (Run Nash)Near the ballpark, Harrison St, 4th Ave N and 3rd Ave N are closed 6:30 am to noon, and Gay St from 3rd Ave N to 1st Ave N 6:30 to 11:30 am. (Run Nash)1st Ave N is closed from Woodland St to Korean Veterans Blvd 6:45 to 11:30 am, and from Gay St to Jo Johnston Ave until 11 am. (Run Nash)By Nissan Stadium, the eastbound Woodland St Bridge, S. 1st St, Russell St and Titans Way close 6:45 to 8 am; S. 1st St from Victory Ave to Davidson St stays closed until 9:15 am and Davidson St until 9 am. (Run Nash)Downtown, the pedestrian bridge, 3rd Ave S, 2nd Ave S and Commerce St are closed 6:45 to 9:15 am, and Union St from 3rd Ave N to Rosa Parks Blvd until 9:45 am. (Run Nash)Westbound Church St, 9th Ave N, YMCA Way and eastbound Dr. MLK Jr Blvd are closed 6:45 to 9:45 am. (Run Nash)In the Gulch and on Music Row, 11th Ave S and 12th Ave S close 6:45 to 10 am; westbound Demonbreun from 4th Ave S, Music Sq East and 16th Ave S stay closed until 11:30 am. (Run Nash)The list also closes I-40 eastbound at Broadway 5:45 to 11 am, and I-40 eastbound and westbound at Demonbreun St 5:45 to 9:30 am. (Run Nash)Parking
No street parking on race morning, and cars get towed, on Gay St, 4th Ave N, Titans Way, 1st Ave S and N, Victory Ave, Union St, S. 1st St, 2nd Ave, Music Square East and Demonbreun St. (Run Nash)Race parking is in Lots 8, 12, 14 and 15, which sit on or near the course, so getting in and out can be slow; the Farmers' Market lots are no parking. (Run Nash)Best times to travel
Packet pickup and the expo are Friday, Oct. 23, noon to 6 pm at First Horizon Park, so the ballpark is busy Friday afternoon too. (Run Nash)The race runs from 7 am until about 11:30 am Saturday. (Run Nash)Not published: Metro Nashville Police (MNPD) and NDOT posted no notice for the race (news pages checked Oct 25); the closure list comes from Run Nash, the organiser; Run Nash lists no spectator spots, and its parking section still says '2026 parking information is coming soon'. Check the official page before you go. Not going? Every stop in this weekend's plans is at least 6.4 miles from First Horizon Park as the crow flies (closest: Boo at the Zoo).
For families: Fine for kids, with tickets
The 5K welcomes all ages and fitness levels, has a 1 hour time limit and one water stop around halfway; entry is paid. (Run Nash)Running or walking with a stroller? There are two stroller corrals at the start; you pick one when you register. (Run Nash)
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Saturday plan |
 10 am |
Linebaugh Library's Saturday storytime has stories, songs, a puppet show and a special activity for all ages. It is short and sweet, so it pairs well with the pumpkin painting party right after.
Linebaugh Public Library · Price not listed · Indoors
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 11 am to 12:30 pm |
The library supplies pumpkins, paints and brushes for this painting party, and book themed pumpkins can enter the contest for prizes. Wear old clothes and stay on after storytime.
Linebaugh Public Library · Price not listed · Indoors
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| 1 to 2:30 pm |
Harvest Days at Cannonsburgh Village brings blacksmithing, clogging at the gazebo, handmade crafts, food trucks and a car show. It is all in open sun, so pack hats and sunscreen.
Cannonsburgh Village · Price not listed · Outdoors, open sun
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 4 to 5:30 pm |
Barfield Bash Carnival offers ghostly games with prizes, spooky music and a costume contest at Barfield Crescent Park. Wear the costumes, and bring a jacket for after sundown.
Barfield Crescent Park · Price not listed · Outdoors, open sun
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| Evening |
An after-dark corn maze with glowing paths, a family dance party, friendly animals and free glow accessories. Tickets cost less online than at the gate, so buy ahead, and bring jackets for the evening.
Lucky Ladd Farms · $18 to $24 · Outdoors, open sun
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Also Saturday: Baby Goat Cuddling at Noble Springs Dairy in Franklin lets kids pet and cuddle young goats on Saturday mornings, with tickets bought online ahead of time. ($12 · Outdoors, open sun · Book now, limited spots)
Also Saturday: Arts Adventure Workshops for Kids at TPAC offer older kids a Matilda inspired musical theatre session or a Sound of Music vocal workshop, and spots are limited. ($40 · Indoors · Book now, limited spots)
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Sunday plan |
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Cheekwood Harvest fills the gardens with interactive pumpkin houses, a scarecrow trail and the new Marigold River walk. Go early on Sunday for cooler air and room for photos.
Cheekwood · $2 to $29 · Outdoors, open sun
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Western Hills hosts a Sunday morning trunk or treat on Charlotte Pike, a quick costume outing before lunch. The listing is bare, so confirm the time before you load up.
7565 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN · Price not listed · Outdoors, open sun
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| 1 to 2:30 pm |
Belle Meade's trick-or-treat afternoon has free treat stations, crafts, hayrides, hay mazes and a showing of It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. Some extras cost money, so bring a little cash.
Belle Meade Historic Site · Price not listed · Outdoors, open sun
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| 5 to 6:30 pm |
Boo at the Zoo mixes trick-or-treating, animal shows, giant straw creatures and free carousel rides. Arrive near opening so little ones see the most before bedtime.
Nashville Zoo · $19 to $23 · Outdoors, open sun
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Also Sunday: Fall Harvest Festival at Lucky Ladd Farms in Eagleville means a pumpkin patch, corn maze and apple cider donuts, with tickets sold online. ($2 to $18 · Outdoors, open sun · Book ahead)
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Heads up: 41st Annual PumpkinFest takes over Historic Downtown Franklin Saturday and Sunday. Expect crowds and traffic nearby, so route around it.
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Heads up: USA Rugby International Series takes over GEODIS Park Saturday. Expect crowds and traffic nearby, so route around it.
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Heads up: Nashville Predators Hockey takes over Bridgestone Arena Sunday. Expect crowds and traffic nearby, so route around it.
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Dinner, sorted · Publix
Pork Night
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A Publix pork picnic half gives you a lot of protein for the money this week. Slow roasted with a bag of russets, it feeds a crowd and leaves plenty for sandwiches tomorrow. |
| Publix Pork Picnic Half |
$2.49 lb. |
| Publix Russet Potatoes 5-lb bag |
$3.99 |
Ad prices good through Tuesday, Oct 27.
How to cook it: Rub the pork with salt, pepper and garlic, then roast low at 325 for several hours until it pulls apart. Add halved russets to the pan for the last hour.
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Runner-up dinner · Kroger
Fish Taco Night
Kroger's jumbo raw shrimp are the runner up pick for protein per dollar this week. Shrimp tacos with avocado come together fast, which suits a busy Halloween season Sunday. Jumbo EZ Peel Shrimp 21-25 ct Raw ($7.99/lb), Avocados 4 ct Bag ($4.99).
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The weekend bonus
Pick up a large pumpkin and turn Sunday evening into carving night on the porch. Let the kids scoop the seeds and design the face.
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Quick grocery wins |
| Kroger Eggs Large, Grade A 12 ct Kroger · about 51 g protein per $ |
$1.49 |
| Publix Black Beans 32-oz bag Publix · about 66 g protein per $ |
$2.99 |
| Butterball Ground Turkey 85% Lean 16-oz tray Publix · about 19 g protein per $ |
2 for $8.00 |
| Kroger 80% Lean Ground Beef 1 lb Kroger · about 16 g protein per $ |
$4.99 |
Ads run Oct 21 to Oct 27. Prices can vary by store, so check your local ad. Protein figures use USDA values and the weight stated in the ad.
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Good news: A new college door for Nashville public school grads: East Tennessee State University joined University MNPS, covering remaining tuition for eligible graduates of the district's 12 zoned high schools, plus a $1,500 housing scholarship each year. (Metro Nashville Public Schools)
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