10/16/2026
Looking for something fun to do around Nashville this weekend? From a celebration of Native American culture to a free book festival and a day for dog lovers, there’s something for the whole family!
1️⃣ Tennessee Pow Wow
Experience Native American culture through intertribal dancing, music, storytelling, demonstrations, arts and crafts, and traditional foods. Gates open at 9 AM. The organizer says the 2026 schedule is still to be announced.
📅 October 16–18, 2026 | Gates open at 9 AM
📍 Long Hunter State Park | Nashville, TN
🔗 https://naiatn.org/powwow/
2️⃣ Southern Festival of Books
Meet authors, enjoy readings, discussions, and book signings, and bring the kids to explore bookmaking, puppet shows, and art activities. Admission is free!
📅 October 17–18, 2026 | Saturday, 9 AM–6 PM | Sunday, 10 AM–5 PM
📍 Bicentennial Capitol Mall, Tennessee State Museum & Tennessee State Library and Archives | Nashville, TN
🔗 https://www.sofestofbooks.org/
3️⃣ Dog Day Festival
Bring your pup for costume contests, live music, food trucks, local vendors, fun zones, and kids’ activities. Meet adoptable dogs and cheer on the wiener races!
📅 October 17, 2026 | 10 AM–4 PM
📍 Centennial Park | Nashville, TN
🔗 https://nashvillehumane.org/events/dog-day-festival/
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