Although Hendersonville teems with activities throughout the year, there is no busier time than autumn. From fall sports to street festivals to art shows, there is always something to do in the City by the Lake.
To help our readers plan their fall schedules, the Hendersonville Lifestyle team has compiled a list of “must-do” activities that will appeal to folks of all ages.
11th Annual Sumner County Artists & Artisans Studio Tour
Sumner County Tourism, Gallatin
Nov. 5 – 10 a.m. and Nov. 6 – 12 p.m.
The 11th annual Artists & Artisans Studio Tour will occur on the weekend of Nov. 5 – 6 at various locations across Sumner County. This event will feature over twenty talented artists who will have their work on display at eight different studios.
Items on display and for sale will include paintings, drawings, photographs, wood crafts, pottery, glassworks and more. The tour will provide the perfect opportunity to acquire new artwork from local creatives that will enhance the look of any home or office. The items can also make great gifts for art lovers on holiday shopping lists.
Backyard Bluegrass Bash
Douglass-Clark House, Gallatin
Nov. 5 – 11 a.m.
The annual Backyard Bluegrass Bash will be held at the historic Douglass-Clark House in Gallatin on Saturday, Nov. 5. The event will celebrate the rich musical heritage of Sumner County, which includes folk, bluegrass and country music.
This year, the event will feature performances by renowned musical artists Uncle Shuffelo & His Haint Hollow Hootenanny and A Step Ahead. All seating will be on the Douglass-Clark lawn, so guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets.
Along with the lively music, there will be a variety of merchandise and food vendors on hand offering goods and treats that are perfect for the entire family. There will also be free tours of the Douglass-Clark house throughout the festival.
Hendersonville Handmade Market
Hendersonville City Hall
Nov. 19 – 10 a.m.
The Hendersonville Handmade Market is the place to go to get a head start on the holiday shopping season. City Hall will come alive with arts, crafts and merchandise from some of the area’s most talented artisans and craftspeople. Visitors will have the opportunity to select the perfect gifts for all of the persons on their shopping lists.
Along with the craft booths, there will also be several food trucks on hand to provide tasty treats throughout the day.
The Indian Lake Loop
The Streets of Indian Lake
Nov. 24 – 8 a.m.
For fifteen years, the Indian Lake Loop has become a treasured tradition for families across Middle Tennessee. Every Thanksgiving morning, over 1,000 runners and walkers choose to begin their holiday by participating in one of the Loop’s two events – a timed 5-mile road race or a more family-friendly 5K fun run/walk.
The proceeds from the races benefitted COMPASS (Community Outreach Making Partnerships at Sumner Schools), a not-for-profit agency that provides a variety of assistance services to area schools.
This year’s event will be held on Nov. 24, with activities starting at 8 a.m. Runners and walkers are encouraged to dress festively for the occasion to help get into the holiday spirit.