Nashville is absolutely buzzing this week with a lineup that showcases what makes Music City so magical in the fall. If you’re waking up on Thursday, October twenty-third, here’s what’s happening today and heading into the weekend.

Tonight, you’re in for something unique at the Grand Ole Opry House, as contemporary artists and country legends unite for Opry Country Classics. Listeners can expect to hear timeless hits originally made famous by Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, Alan Jackson, and more, with exclusive Opry 100 experiences available that let you step backstage, relax in the green room, and take in the historic energy of the show like an artist.

Over at Custom House, Universal Audio Night is set to draw musicians and fans alike for an evening of gear demos, panel talks, and fresh sounds from Nashville’s next generation. If you’re passionate about music production or just curious about what goes into creating those iconic records, this is a stop to add to your Thursday itinerary.

For those who love catching live performances on the fly, the Ryman Auditorium is hosting its Sidewalk Sessions today with Matt Mann and The Shine Runners. This free event brings local flavor out onto the PNC Plaza, where listeners can enjoy acoustic jams and join a laidback gathering downtown. Later in the week, the Ryman welcomes major artists like Jason Isbell and the Four Hundred Unit, Straight No Chaser, Trisha Yearwood, Martina McBride, k.d. lang, Pam Tillis, and more, in an all-star tribute to Anne Murray, with surprise appearances from Nashville icons Brenda Lee and Randy Travis.

Starting Saturday, The Flyest Nineties Costume Contest and Halloween Party takes the scene by storm, letting listeners dress up and dance the night away to throwback beats. According to Nashville Guru, this is one of several themed parties popping up across town, and listeners can grab deals and discounts on tickets and dining by using their Guru promo codes, including savings on ghost tours, the Big Drag Bus, and Oktoberfest brews at Bavarian Bierhaus.

If you’re craving something low-key, Nashville’s autumn festivals are in full swing. Cheekwood Harvest offers pumpkin patches and cozy hayrides, while Centennial Park is perfect for a crisp stroll among changing leaves. Food lovers have the Taste of Bellevue on the horizon next week, with sample bites from the city’s top chefs.

For live music every night, legendary Layla’s on Broadway hosts various acts—on Sunday, October twenty-sixth, you can end your weekend with classic Nashville twang from six to ten p.m.

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