Oct. 2 – Bourbon, Blues & Barbecue
For $25 per person, enjoy food, entertainment and bourbon tasting with St. Luke Church (10682 Old Nashville Hwy.) Friday, Oct. 2, from 6–9 p.m. Big Monti and band is the entertainment for the night. For advance tickets, call 615-459-9597.

Oct. 2 – Comic Club
Come to the Comic Club interest meeting to learn what the club is all about on Friday, Oct. 2 at 3:30 p.m. Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) for ages 13–18. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Oct. 2–4 – Murfreesboro Fall Home Expo
Transform your house into the home you’ve always wanted at the Murfreesboro Home Expo on Friday, Saturday and Sunday Oct. 2 through 4 at Tennessee Miller Coliseum (304 W Thompson Ln.). Get acquainted with local and national vendors and compare products and services for home remodeling, design, outdoor living and more. Hours are Friday from noon–6 p.m, Saturday from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call 423-910-4663 or email info@nationwideexpos.com.

Oct. 2 – Lions Club Spaghetti Dinner
The Murfreesboro Lions Club will host a spaghetti dinner and silent auction on Friday, Oct. 2, from 5–7 p.m. at the Lions Clubhouse in Cannonsburgh Village (407 Hickerson Dr.). The cost is $10 per person, $6 for children 12 and under, and includes salad, spaghetti, bread, beverage and dessert. 100% of funds raised support charitable projects. Bring the family, enjoy great food and support a great cause!

Oct. 3 – St. Luke International Food Festival
Experience food vendors from Latin America, Cajun, Filipino, Italian and more, a beer garden, silent auction, craft vendors, raffle, classic cars, and a kids zone with inflatables on Saturday, Oct. 3 from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at St. Luke Church (10682 Old Nashville Hwy.). There is no cost to attend. If you have any questions or comments, email kldtn18@gmail.com.

Oct. 3 – Dolly Tribute Festival
Tumble out of bed and stumble over to Hop Springs (6790 John Bragg Hwy.) on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9 to 5 for a Dolly Tribute Festival. Sing along to Dolly’s greatest hits with live music all day, a car show, and local vendors with Dolly-themed items and food for purchase. Feel free to wear your finest Dolly-inspired, backwoods Barbie attire with too much makeup and too much hair, plenty of pink and rhinestones, or even your coat of many colors. The event is free to attend, rain or shinola, and proceeds will be donated to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

Oct. 3 – Amy Shaw Book Signing
Local author Amy Shaw will be selling and signing copies of her book Love, Sax, and All That Jazz at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W. Vine St.) on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Since freshman year, Olivia James and Evan Holt have competed for everything related to saxophone and band. Olivia hasn’t cared to be friends with Evan since he teased her about her planner and stole her concert band audition song. Meanwhile, Evan’s been secretly crushing on Olivia almost as long. When their band director assigns them to coordinate the band’s Family Day fundraiser together, Olivia and Evan develop a more amiable relationship. But when only one of them gains acceptance into the prestigious Highland fellowship, it comes at the cost of something akin to betrayal. Both Olivia and Evan have to face the music and decide if their budding romance is worth fighting for, or if forgiveness and giving up a dream is too high a price to pay. Shaw grew up looking for Narnia in wardrobes and scribbling away like Jo March. She lives with her husband and their two daughters in Tennessee, where she attempts to write in the margins of her day as a stay-at-home mom. For more information, call 615-893-4131 or visit rclstn.org.

Oct. 5 – Fall Festivities at the Park
Come out to Sharp Springs Park (1000 Espey Dr., Smyrna, near Patti King O’Connor Pavilion [Shelter E]) on Monday, Oct. 5, from 11 a.m.–2 p.m.to enjoy outdoor games and activities: pumpkin bowling, looking at leaves and investigating animal skins and skulls. Snacks are included. Walk-ups are welcome. There is no cost to participate. For more information, contact 615-459-9710 or 710 or sam.kaviyakone@townofsmyrna.org.

Oct. 5 – Teen Tournament
Try your skills in Mario Kart, Smash Bros. and other games in the monthly Teen Tourney at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) for ages 13–18 on Monday, Oct. 5, at 4 p.m. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Oct. 6 – Ghostly Glow Bash
Come out for a festive, glow-in-the-dark party at SOAC (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna) where ghosts and monsters can enjoy frightfully fun activities and make a glowing creation. Costumes are encouraged and snacks are included. For more information, email chloe.hernandez@townofsmyrna.org.

Oct. 6 – Tennessee Trails Association
The Tennessee Trails Association will hold its next Murfreesboro chapter meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m. at Barfield Crescent Park Wilderness Station. Watch the second episode in Nashville’s PBS Beautiful Tennessee series and explore the majesty of Tennessee’s parks, from sacred sites revered by ancient cultures for their beauty and mystery, to battlefields sanctified by those who fell fighting for their beliefs, to more recent additions facing the challenges of preservation in the new millennium. These lands are priceless gifts we owe not only to us, but to generations to come. Non-members are welcome. For more information, call 931-580-0862, email mimicheryl67@gmail.com or visit tennesseetrails.org.

Oct. 6 and 20 – BAPEN
Business and Professional Events for Networking (BAPEN) meets at Steak ’n Shake Murfreesboro (2091 Old Fort Pkwy.) on Tuesdays Oct. 6 and 20 (and the first and third Tuesdays of every month) from noon–1 p.m. The idea behind the free networking group is for small business owners and sales professionals to share ideas and leads and to help attendees’ businesses grow. For more information, find a Rutherford BAPEN group on Facebook.

Oct. 7 – Pumpkin Patch Creations
Celebrate Fall Break with a hands-on program where participants will create pumpkin slime and pumpkin sun-catchers, and learn how a pumpkin grows with a seed at SOAC (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna) on Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Snacks are included. Walk-ups are welcome. For more information, email brinley.newberry@townofsmyrna.org.

Oct. 8 & 22 – Pokemon Club
Trainers can learn, play, and connect through the Pokémon Trading Card Game at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Thursdays, Oct. 8 and 22, from 3:30–4:30 p.m. Ages 5 and up are welcome. This is a space exclusively for casual play and learning. Attendees must bring their own cards to participate in any card trades. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Oct. 9 & 23 – Lego Logic Lab
Come out for LEGO building challenges where participants will solve engineering problems, practice early coding logic and complete creative building challenges on Fridays Oct. 9 and 23, from 3:15–3:45 p.m. at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.). Ages 7 and up are welcome. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Oct. 9 – Horror Club – Rocky Horror Picture Show 
Celebrate the late Tim Curry at a live “shadowcast” of the Rocky Horror Picture Show with the members of Little Morals. Horror Club is a new group activity at the Lara Event Center (413 Nissan Dr.) on Friday, Oct. 9, with doors at 6 p.m. and the show at 7 p.m. This event is free due to sponsorship by the Friends of Smyrna Library and is open to the public. This is an adult program; any family interested in attending must stay with their children at all times. For questions or details, email wmacready@rclstn.org for more information.

Oct. 9 & 10 – Fright Nights: Twisted Trails
Smyrna’s only haunted house for kids is at SOAC. See how the hallways of the SOAC (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E. Smyrna) transform into a family-friendly haunted house, enjoy bone-chilling science demonstrations and a kids’ zone. Families with younger children are encouraged to attend from 6–8 p.m. Scare hours are from 8–10 p.m. Costumes are encouraged. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Food vendors are an additional purchase. The cost to join is $5. For more information, contact 625-459-9720 or soac.group@townofsmyrna.org.

Oct. 10 – Pumpkin Fun Run
Participants of all ages will walk or run the 1-mile loop at Gateway Park (1875 W. College St.) while carrying a pumpkin at this year’s Pumpkin Fun Run, set for Saturday, Oct. 10. Registration begins at 3 p.m. with the run kicking off at 4 p.m. outside the main plaza at the bridge. Bring canned goods to donate to Greenhouse Ministries. For more information, email rbrady@murfreesborotn.gov or find the 1-Mile Pumpkin Fun Run event page on Facebook. Register, for free, at runsignup.com.

Oct. 10 – Black Barn Fall Market
The Black Barn Market and Craft Sale, a vibrant outdoor festival, returns to Events at East 96 (9901 Lascassas Pk., Lascassas) on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. This unique event brings together over 100 craft vendors, food trucks and live music for an outdoor shopping experience in the heart of a family farm. Explore a diverse range of handcrafted goods created by talented artisans and craft vendors. From unique jewelry pieces to intricate home decor items, there’s something for everyone. Visit the tool shed to see talented crafters demonstrate their skills, showcasing basket-making, pottery, weaving and other traditional techniques. For more information, call 615-904-4676 or visit blackbarnmarkets.com.

Oct. 10 – Self Care Saturday
All teens are welcome to attend the monthly Self Care Saturday on Oct. 10 at 3 p.m. Watch a movie with snacks, enjoy crafts, spend time with a therapy dog, and get free hair tinsel at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.). For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Oct. 10 – Get Thrifty Community Closet
Get Thrifty at the Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Sponsored by Say Cheese, this community closet will provide free adult clothing to community members. Browse available clothing and find something new-to-you. Clothing is provided free of charge while supplies last. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library or call 615-459-4884.

Oct. 10 – Walk & Talk Book Club
Get moving and get reading with Bookin’ It, a walk-and-talk book club for adults (18 and up) on Saturday, Oct. 10, at 10 a.m. Listen to audiobooks through Libby while enjoying a leisurely walk and conversation with fellow readers. Bring your library card, comfortable walking shoes and your love of books. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library or call 615-459-4884.

Oct. 13 – Living Sent
The October 2026 Living Sent Murfreesboro meeting will be held Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. at Wilson Bank & Trust (3110 Memorial Blvd.). Living Sent Ministries aims to inspire and equip business and professional leaders at all levels to live out their Christian faith, “connecting Sunday to Monday.” A core principle of the group is that God gave you your business or job to help build His Kingdom. A complimentary lunch will be provided. Please park on the perimeter of the parking lot. RSVP by emailing bob.williams@alhambrapartners.com.

Oct. 13 & 27 – Boro Books n Brews Book Club
Books n Brews meets Tuesdays Oct. 13 and 27 at 7 p.m. at Middle Ground Brewing Company (2476 Old Fort Pkwy.). For more information, visit middlegroundbrew.com, or find Middle Ground Brewing Co. or the Boro Books and Brews group on Facebook.

Oct. 14 – Cursive Class
A beginning cursive writing workshop for ages 8 and up will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 10–11 a.m. at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.). Worksheets and workbooks are provided. Registration is required; contact smyrnays@rclstn.org for more information.

Oct. 15 – Tales to Tails
Tales to Tails is a heartwarming library program at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) designed to combine the joy of reading with the therapeutic benefits of spending time with dogs. In this paw-some program, participants are invited to come to the library to read aloud to friendly therapy dogs in a relaxed and supportive environment. Ten-minute slots are available on Thursdays Oct. 1 and 15, starting at 3 p.m. For more information, email smyrnays@rclstn.org or call 615-459-4884.

Oct. 15 – Super Gross Science
Participate in hands-on STEM programming exploring biology, chemistry and physics through messy, yucky experiments like making fake snot, simulating digestion, and mixing slime at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Thursdays, Oct. 1 and 15, from 3:15–3:45 p.m. for children in 2nd through 5th grade. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Oct. 15 – The Connection at Champy’s
Champy’s World Famous Fried Chicken (1290 NW Broad St.) will host the October 2026 installment of The Connection: An Evening of Professional Networking and Business Brainstorming from 5–7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15. All Middle Tennessee entrepreneurs and professionals are welcome to attend this casual, free, no-obligation networking event, where they can meet other small business owners and tap into one another’s experience and energy. Networking begins at 5 p.m. with introductions at 6 p.m.

Oct. 15 – Tin Foil Hat Open Mic Night
Reserve your spot for the Tin Foil Hat Open Mic Night on Thursday, Oct. 15, from 7–9 p.m. at Oflow Bakery (115 N. Maple St.). The most convincing theory shared in the Tin Foil Hat Open Mic Night wins a free individual size cheesecake. Ten percent of the event proceeds go towards feeding the homeless and needy in the community. For more information, visit overflowb.com/events.

Oct. 15 & 29 – After School Archery Club
Ignite your fire and explore the sport of archery with USA Archery Certified Instructors Thursdays after school to sharpen your existing skills or try archery for the first time at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy E.) beginning at 4 p.m. on Thursdays Oct. 15 and 29. Ages 8 and up are welcome; $3 for members and $5 for non-members. All equipment is provided. Walk ups are welcome. For more information, email mike.kraft@townofsmyrna.org.

Oct. 16 – Friday Night Live
Due to a postponed show earlier in the season, Main Street Murfreesboro has announced an October installment of its 2026 Friday Night Live concerts. The show will be held on Friday, Oct. 16, and will feature Matthias Lamparter performing classic rock and country hits alongside a full horn backup section. All may join the musical party on the courthouse square from 6:30–9:30 p.m. There’s always room in front of the stage to cut a rug, or bring a chair and enjoy the music sitting down and relaxing. There is no cost to attend. For more information, visit mainstreetmurfreesboro.org/friday-night-live.

Oct. 16 – Adult Paint Night: Halloween Make a Mask
Just in time for Halloween, gather at the Train Depot (98 Front St.) for a fun and interactive night of painting and decorating your own paper mache mask, inspired by traditional Venetian mask-making, on Friday, Oct. 16, from 6–8 p.m. All supplies and instructions are provided. For more information, email ginger.levinson@townofsmyrna.org.

Oct. 16 & 17 – Cannonsburgh After Dark
Bring the family out for a chance to explore Cannonsburgh Village and its buildings in the dark Friday, Oct. 16, and Saturday, Oct. 17, from 6–9 p.m. Make sure you bring your flashlight to explore the unlit corners of the log cabins. Enjoy sweet treats and hot drinks, fall crafts and games, music and bingo. Costumes welcome! Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the gate; ages 5 and under are free. For more information, email mbnevills@murfreesborotn.gov, visit murfreesborotn.gov/2662 or call 615-890-0355.

Oct. 16–18 – Tennessee Pow Wow
The Native American Indian Association of Tennessee presents its 45th annual Indian Education Tennessee Pow Wow Oct. 16–18 at Long Hunter State Park (2910 Hobson Pk., Nashville). The three-day festival offers everyone the opportunity to experience the spirit of the American Indian people. This spirited event is not just for the reunion of family and friends, but for anyone who would like to witness the spectacle and join in the celebration of the culture that is nurtured by more than 40,000 Indians who call Tennessee home today. A Pow Wow is a gathering of American Indians who come to dance, celebrate, pray, laugh and socialize. But for each person, the meaning of the Pow Wow, and their place in the ceremony, can only be defined by themselves. Treat yourself to the delights of traditional native food, such as fry bread, Indian tacos, and hominy made the “Indian way.” Tim Tallchief serves as master of ceremonies and Bill Takes Horse will be arena director. Adult admission is $10, seniors, veterans and children 6–12 $5, and ages 5 and under are free (cash only). Gates open at 9 a.m. For more information, visit naiatn.org/powwow.

Oct. 17 – Walk It Out for Domestic Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Chin Up, Girl holds its first domestic violence awareness walk at Gateway Island (1875 W. College St.). Walk It Out for Domestic Violence is a chance for Murfreesboro to say out loud that this happens in the city, to honor the lives that have been lost, and to put resources in front of the people who need them. The City of Murfreesboro has issued a proclamation recognizing the walk. This is free and open to all. For more information, visit chinupgirl.org/events or givebutter.com/walkitout.

Oct. 17 – Music in the Park
The Home Sweet Home Band will perform at the Stones River National Battlefield (3501 Old Nashville Hwy.), on Saturday, Oct. 17, with sets at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. presented as part of the Arts in the Parks program. The day will also include Civil War–style cannon firing demonstrations along with an exhibition of artwork on display in the visitors center.

Oct. 17 – Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer’s Association will host the Rutherford County Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, Oct. 17, at MTSU’s Hayes Stadium (1568 Greenland Dr.). The venue opens at 8 a.m. with onsite registration, followed by the Promise Garden Ceremony at 9 a.m., and the walk beginning at 9:30 a.m. Participants will carry flowers of various colors during the ceremony to honor loved ones impacted by the disease, with each color representing a different personal connection. Registration is free and open at alz.org/rucowalk. For more information on the event, contact Luke Wilson at rucowalk@alz.org or 970-376-0113. For more information on the Alzheimer’s Association, call 800-272-3900.

Oct. 17 – La Vergne Electronic Dump and Yard Sale
La Vergne’s free Electronic Dumpster Recycling Event Returns Saturday, Oct. 17, at the FiftyForward La Vergne Senior Center (337 Stones River Rd.). Across the last two Electronic Dumpster events, La Vergne residents have kept more than 13 tons of electronics out of their local landfill. On Oct. 17, the popular free recycling event returns, giving those in La Vergne and surrounding cities a chance to securely and responsibly recycle their electronics at no cost. For the first time, a community yard sale will run alongside it. The event runs from 7 a.m.–noon and the yard sale from 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Residents are encouraged to bring any old, unused, or unwanted electronics, anything with a battery or a cord. Accepted items include computers and laptops, monitors, tablets, hard drives, phones, video game systems, keyboards and mice, small household appliances, cables and chargers and more. There is no charge to recycle electronics, though donations to support FiftyForward Senior Center programs are greatly appreciated. The yard sale gives residents a chance to shop secondhand finds from their neighbors and keep good items in use, with proceeds supporting FiftyForward’s senior programs. All are welcome. For more information, visit cityewaste.com.

Oct. 17 – Intro to Tinkercad
Learn how to design your own 3D printables at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Fridays from 12:30–1:30 p.m. This is not a 3D printer class or orientation, but a great way to better understand Tinkercad—a web app for 3D design, electronics and coding—before (or after) you take the orientation. The recommended age for this event is 13 and up; any library patron under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Oct. 17 – Cozy Creations
Teens ages 13 through 17 can register to join a cozy crafting session at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Saturday, Oct. 17, at 2 p.m. Registration is required. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Oct. 17 – Adult Mindfulness Club
The Adult Mindfulness Club’s objective is to promote wellness, mindfulness, and mental growth in adults 18 and up. This is an enlivening event for parents and adults to meet new friends and be happy at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 3:30–4:30 p.m. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Oct. 17 & 31 – Afternoon Tea Party
OFLOW (115 N. Maple St.) will host its next high tea parties on Saturdays Oct. 17 and 31, with seatings at 1 and 3 p.m. The limited-set menu will feature nine different pastries and savories as well as fresh-brewed loose leaf tea from Music City Tea, coffee from Narrow Gate Coffee, and Taiwanese bubble tea. The cost is $35 per person or $25 for children between 3–8 years old, plus tax. OFLOW asks that you dress for a high tea party (semi-formal or smart casual). There will be a prize for the best-dressed. Reservations are limited. A nonrefundable $10 per-person fee is required to secure your spot. For more information, visit overflowb.com/events or call 615-900-1676.

Oct. 17–18 – Webb Art & Craft Show
Welcome autumn with the perennial crowd favorite Webb Art & Craft Show in Bell Buckle held annually on the third full weekend of October. This year, the show is scheduled for Oct. 17 from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and Oct. 18 from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. The lineup of exhibitors, located on the Sawney lot (16 Railroad Square, Bell Buckle) features handmade arts and crafts such as pottery, metal works, wood working, textiles, jewelry, old fashioned soaps, lotions and more. The Webb Show showcases over 100 booths of the finest of the finest in town. There will also be an all-world food truck, showcasing a variety of cuisine from all over the world. For more information, visit bellbucklechamber.com/webb-school-art-craft-show or find the Bell Buckle Craft Fair event on Facebook.

Oct. 18 – Beesley Boo Bash
The Beesley Animal Foundation will host its 3rd Annual Boo Bash on Sunday, Oct. 18, from 1–5 p.m. at 2215 Keeneland Commercial Blvd., Murfreesboro. The event features food, vendors, crafts, pet adoptions and activities for all ages. Well-behaved leashed pets are welcome. Admission is free, and donations from the Beesley wish list are appreciated. Visit beesleyanimalclinic.com or call 615-890-6878 for details, or find the Beesley Boo Bash 2026 event on Facebook.

Oct. 18 – Cedar Glade Classic Car Cruise-In
Shine ’er up and drive ’er in to the Cedar Glade Classic Car Cruise-In held at Cedar Glade Brews (906 Ridgely Rd.) on Sunday, Oct. 18, from 1–3:30 p.m. Every car owner that comes to the show gets $3 off their first pint of Cedar Glade beer. Cruise-In will proceed as planned if “somewhat rain or shine” but check socials if it’s nasty outside. For more information, find the Cedar Glade Classic Car Cruise-In event on Facebook.

Oct. 20 – Chick-fil-A Princess Ball 2026
Sparkle and dance the day away at the ultimate princess party, the Chick-fil-A Princess Ball 2026 on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at The Barn at Sycamore Farms (4866 Murfreesboro Rd., Arrington) for an afternoon filled with magic and celebration. Enjoy meeting the princesses, face painting, music, dancing, magical photos and beautiful memories. Reservation times vary from 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Local organizations can gain valuable exposure by sponsoring while supporting a wonderful cause. For more information, find the Chick-fil-A Princess Ball 2026 event on Eventbrite.

Oct. 21 – Murfreesboro Mahjongg
Join in a game of Mahjongg at Middle Ground Brewing (2476 Old Fort Pkwy.) on Wednesday, Oct. 21, beginning at 6 p.m. For more information, visit middlegroundbrew.com or find Middle Ground Brewing Company on Facebook.

Oct. 21 – Adult Writer’s Workshop
Join Smyrna Public Library for a writing workshop open to ages 16 and up on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 5:30 p.m. Bring out your creativity and ideas for written mosaics that bring together creatives and their bits and pieces to form a beautiful written mosaic in a workshop environment. Plan to bring a notebook, a writing utensil, and all of your imagination and creativity. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library or call 615-459-4884.

Oct. 21 – Teen Trivia
Ages 13–17 can join a monthly themed trivia game on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 4 p.m. at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.). There will be snacks and a prize. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Oct. 21 – Program in the Park
Meet outside of the Smyrna Public Library on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 3:15 p.m. for an outdoor storytime and nature craft in the park. Afterwards, walk the Storybook Trail, soon to be updated with a new story. All ages are welcome. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library or call 615-459-4884.

Oct. 22 – Pause to Praise
Join Barnabas Vision at the 2nd Annual Pause to Praise event on Oct. 22, from 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. at MTSU Student Ballroom (1768 MTSU Blvd.) with musical guests Caleb and Kelsey. Get lunch and worship to celebrate the work God has done in the community. For more information, visit zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/pause-to-praise–2026.

Oct. 22 – After School Art Club
Enjoy the opportunity to create some art to take home while developing art skills and learning art history at SOAC (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna) on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 4–5:30 p.m. All supplies are provided. Registration is suggest through Community Pass; walk-ups are welcome. For more information, contact 615-459-9710 or sam.kaviyakone@townofsmyrna.org.

Oct. 22 – Costumes for a Cause
The Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Center will host Costumes for a Cause on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 5–8 p.m. at The Warehouse (730-A Middle Tennessee Blvd., Suite 14/15). The fundraiser will bring the community together for an evening of line dancing, karaoke, costumes and entertainment while raising funds to support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The event will feature line dancing with an instructor, spooky karaoke and a pay-to-vote costume contest, where every $1 donated equals one vote. Admission includes lite bites and refreshments. No line dancing experience is required. Every ticket purchased and dollar donated will help DVSAC provide critical services to individuals and families affected by domestic violence and sexual assault, including emergency shelter, advocacy, resources and compassionate support. Costumes for a Cause gives the community a chance to have fun while supporting survivors on their journey toward safety, healing, and hope. Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes, grab their dancing shoes, and invite friends to join them for an evening of fun with a purpose. For more information, find the Costume for a Cause event on Eventbrite or visit dvsacenter.org.

Oct. 23 – 4th Friday Fun*Working
Turn your Friday into an opportunity for connection and inspiration at Fun*Working, held the 4th Friday of the month, Oct. 23, beginning at 5 p.m. Meet at the Spread the Positive Studio (105 N. Maple St., Suite 1) right in the heart of Murfreesboro on Friday night for a unique networking experience featuring a live podcast. This is your chance to connect with business professionals, nonprofit leaders and community champions as organizers spotlight good things happening. A happy hour meetup begins prior to the main event at 4 p.m. Bring your energy, your ideas, and your love for building a better community.

Oct. 24 – Harvest Days
It’s time for the 49th Annual Harvest Days at Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) on Saturday, Oct. 24. Come out from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. for hands-on demonstrations, food trucks, handmade crafts, live music and clogging at the gazebo. The Murfreesboro Art League will also have art on display and for sale. Witness blacksmithing demonstrations with the Rutherford County Blacksmith Association and a car show by the Stones River Car Club. All ages are welcome and admission is free. For more information, email mbnevills@murfreesborotn.gov or call 615-890-0355, or visit murfreesborotn.gov/2662.

Oct. 24 – Local Author Fair
The Friends of Smyrna Library’s (FOSL) 5th annual Friends of Smyrna Library Local Author Fair on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd.). Authors applying for FOSL’s 2026 Local Author Fair must currently live in Rutherford County. This fair is a free event for participating authors and attendees. For more information, email friendsofsmyrnalibrary1987@gmail.com.

Oct. 24 – Novel Nerds
If you’re an avid reader, read across multiple genres and love the library, you may be a Novel Nerd. Ages 18 and up are welcome to join Novel Nerds on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 12–1:30 p.m. at the Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.). Books are provided. For more information, email smyref@rclstn.org.

Oct. 24 – Wine Around the Square
Wine Around the Square returns to downtown Murfreesboro on Saturday, Oct. 24, beginning with a VIP Party at 4:30 p.m. followed by the main event at 6 p.m. Guests may enjoy a progressive wine and spirits tasting, dinner from local restaurants and live music from Mixtape. Proceeds benefit the Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Foundation’s Power of Pink Fund, supporting mammograms, screenings, and patient services. Find more information at rutherfordfoundation.org/events/wine-around-the-square.

Oct. 24 – Handbuilding Ceramics Workshop
Create your own ceramic bowl on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m.–noon. Participants will create a small bowl by hand with guidance on adding footing. Instructor Becky Phelps will take finished projects for clear glazing and firing and allow students to pick up later. It is totally free to participate. All materials provided; beginners ages 10 and up are welcome to join. This is presented by the Rutherford Arts Alliance and Tennessee Arts Commission at City of Murfreesboro Airport, 1930 Memorial Blvd. For more information, email Audrey Holladay at artbyholladay@gmail.com or visit rutherfordartsalliance.org.

Oct. 24 – Crafternoon
Tap into your creativity at the Crafternoon program on Saturday, Oct. 24, at 2 p.m. at the Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) for a themed craft. Get your creativity flowing and help build listening and fine motor skills. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Oct. 24 – Halloween in the Park
Smyrna Parks and Recreation presents Halloween in the Park 2026 on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 3–8:30 p.m. at Sharp Springs Park (1000 Espey Dr., Smyrna). Enjoy games, costume contest (children and dogs), haunted hayride ($5/ride), haunted corn maze($5/person), inflatables, food vendors and approximately 80 booths. There is no cost to attend. For more information, contact marty.smith@townofsmyrna.org.

Oct. 26 – Teen Writing Club
Ages 13–17 can share their writing and help build a library newsletter to release each month at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Monday, Oct. 26, at 4:30 p.m. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Oct. 28 – Rutherford County Jeep Crew Meetup
The Rutherford County Jeep Crew has a meetup scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at Middle Ground Brewing Company (2476 Old Fort Pkwy.) with bingo at 7 p.m. All Jeepers are welcome. For more information, visit middlegroundbrew.com or find Middle Ground Brewing Company on Facebook.

Oct. 30 – Trick or Treat Around the Square
Families are invited downtown for Trick or Treat Around the Square on Friday, Oct. 30, from 3–5 p.m. Local businesses around the historic Murfreesboro Public Square will hand out candy and treats in a safe, family-friendly environment. Bring your children in costume, explore the beautifully decorated shops, and gather plenty of candy and treats. The event is free to attend and offers a chance to enjoy festive decorations, meet local shop owners and celebrate Halloween with the community. Visit mainstreetmurfreesboro.org/trick-or-treat-on-the-square or find the Trick or Treat Around the Historic Rutherford County Square event on Facebook.

Oct. 30 – Family Campfire and Spooky Stories
Join the SOAC staff around the campfire for fun games, friends, and yummy s’mores on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 7–9 p.m. at Sharp Springs Natural Area (1000 Espey Dr., fire pit located behind the Green Building). Staff and guests can share their favorite family-friendly ghost story. Food is first-come, first-served. This is a weather-dependent program. All ages are welcome; anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. The cost to participate is $2. Registration is suggested through the Community Pass. Walk-ups are welcome. For more information, email mike.kraft@townofsmyrna.org.

Oct. 31 – Halloween Parade and Ghoulastic Book Fair
It’s time for trick-or-treating at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 10–11 a.m. Come for a fun Halloween-themed story right before the parade begins throughout the library. There will be ghosts and goblins galore ready to give you a trick or a treat. Later that day there will be a Ghoulastic Book Fair & Fall Kid’s Market. Remember those old-school Scholastic Book Fair feelings in the autumn? Join Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) for an all-ages event featuring local spooky vendors and the local Kid’s Market on Saturday, Oct. 31, from noon–3 p.m. This event directly follows the Halloween Parade. Additionally, all cosplayers, cryptid enthusiasts, friends and family are invited to explore the grounds of Old Rock School Park surrounding the library for your favorite cryptids. If you find them all, you’ll receive a fun cryptid-themed prize. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library or call 615-459-4884.

Mondays – RuCo Chess Club
There is a new chess club starting up in Murfreesboro. The RuCo Chess Club meets from 5–9 p.m. every Monday at the Two J’s Grill (3242 Memorial Blvd.) for casual play. Once attendance picks up, there will be a variety of chess opportunities: a chess library, free lectures, titled player simuls, tournaments and more. For more information, visit rucochessclub.com.

Mondays – Monday Night History Class
The Patriot Institute presents free Monday Night History classes every Monday night at 6:30 p.m. at Champy’s World Famous Fried Chicken (1290 NW Broad St.). Classes started back with the Greek City-States, have progressed through Greece, Rome, the Middle Ages, the Pilgrims, the Louisiana Purchase, the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the history of money, transportation and other topics. The group will continue to explore Civil War campaigns. Instructor Galen Walker formed The Patriot Institute in 2015 and has taught Monday Night History at various locations ever since. For more information, visit thepatriotinstitute.org or find The Patriot Institute on Facebook.

Mondays – Puppet Story Time
Come out to Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Mondays Oct. 5, 19 and 26 from 10–10:50 a.m. where storytime transitions into an active literacy event by boosting vocabulary, narrative sequencing, and listening skills. Friends of all ages are welcome. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library.

Tuesdays – Music and Movement at Smyrna Library
Move to the music and shake your sillies out, play with rhythm sticks and shakers, and practice simple rhymes at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Tuesdays from 10–11 a.m. Ages 2 and up are welcome. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 615-459-4884.

Tuesdays – Climbing Club
Join SOAC staff on Tuesdays Oct. 13, 20 and 27 to climb on the indoor rock wall and challenge yourself at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E.). Climbers must weigh at least 50 pounds and wear closed-toed shoes and clothing appropriate for climbing. The cost to climb is $2. All ages are welcome; walk-up guests are welcome. For more information, email soac.group@townofsmyrna.org or call 615-459-9710.

Tuesdays – Computer Basics
Learn basic computer skills, Windows, Google Docs, and Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint during a free, beginner-friendly computer class held every Tuesday at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Dr.) at 2 p.m. For more information, visit rclstn.org or call 615-225-8312.

Tuesdays – Sight Word Snack Attack
The Sight Word Snack Attack will be held at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Tuesdays at 3:15 p.m. Sight Word Snack Attack is a child-focused program that focuses on sight words with games and puzzles. A snack and water for each attendee are included. Sight words are common words that kids recognize instantly without sounding them out. Recognizing words by sight helps kids become faster, more fluent readers. This is geared toward preschool through 3rd grade; adult participation is highly recommended. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library or call 615-459-4884.

Tuesdays & Fridays – Rutherford County Farmers Market
The Rutherford County Farmers Market continues its summer season at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John R. Rice Blvd.), featuring locally grown produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, flowers, honey and handmade items from area vendors. The market now includes expanded hours from 2–7 p.m. on Tuesdays in addition to its regular Friday market hours, 7 a.m.–noon. For more information, visit rutherford.tennessee.edu/farmers-market-2.

Wednesdays – Murfreesboro Writers Group
The Murfreesboro Writers Group gathers each Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the second floor meeting room at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W. Vine St.). Writers of all interests and experience levels are welcome to join this regular critique and writing community meetup to share work, offer feedback and grow their craft together. Styles may include science fiction, poetry, alternate reality, memoir, fantasy, mystery, literary fiction and others. For more information on Rutherford County Library events, visit rclstn.org/event.

Wednesdays – Line Dancing at Strike and Spare
Krisdale Hoggatt presents line dancing lessons every Wednesday night at 6 p.m. at Strike and Spare (1720 Old Fort Pkwy.), offering a fun and social way to learn popular line dances in a casual setting. Open to all experience levels, the weekly event invites participants to dance, meet new people and enjoy an energetic night out.

Wednesdays – Wild Wednesday
Discover something wild about the natural world with the SOAC staff on Wednesdays, from 4:30–5:30 p.m. Meet a SOAC animal or enjoy a nature-based activity each Wednesday at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E.). Find Smyrna Outdoor Adventure center on Facebook and Instagram. There is no cost to join. All ages are welcome; walk-up guests are welcome. For more information, email soac.group@townofsmyrna.org or call 615-459-9710.

Thursdays – Cedar Glade Run Club
Whether you’re chasing a PR or just looking for an excuse to earn your beer, there’s a place for you at Cedar Glade Run Club. Choose your pace and your distance: a two-mile route or a four-mile route. All paces are welcome—walkers, joggers, seasoned runners and first-timers. Your first Hoppy Hour beer will be waiting when you get back. Come for the run, stay for the conversation and leave with new friends. The run club meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. at Cedar Glade Brews (906 Ridgely Rd.). For more information, find Cedar Glade Brews Run Club on Facebook.

Thursdays – Baby Time at Smyrna Library
Come out for Baby Time at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Thursdays from 10–11 a.m. Baby Time is a storytime adventure designed for caregivers and babies aged 0–24 months. Snuggle up for a gentle story, interactive rhymes, singing and sensory play in a supportive environment that fosters early literacy and bonding. Programs will close to arriving participants 10 minutes after start time. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library or call 615-459-4884.

Fridays – C3 Networking
C3 is an open networking group for local business professionals at Achieve Entrepreneur and CoWorking Center (1630 S. Church St.) held on Fridays from 8:30–10:30 a.m. The mission is to build relationships, connect local businesses with potential clients, support each other’s professional growth and educate people on how to participate in the local community. Complimentary coffee and snacks are provided. For more information, find Prohibition Home Brewing on Facebook.

Fridays – Murfreesboro Community Chess
Murfreesboro Community Chess meets at McAlister’s Deli (2357 Medical Center Pkwy.) every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. Organizers invite those of all ages and skill levels to this casual chess meetup each week. Those attending may bring a board and a clock if they can, but there should be plenty of sets on hand.

Saturdays – Smyrna Fall Market
The Smyrna Fall Market takes place each Saturday through Nov. 21 from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at Gregory Mills Park (390 Enon Springs Rd. E., Smyrna). Shoppers can find fresh produce, handmade goods and seasonal items from local farmers, makers and food vendors. For more information, visit carpeartista.com/fall-market.

Saturdays – Movies Under the Stars
Fountains at Gateway (1500 Medical Center Pkwy.) will continue the Movies Under the Stars series on Saturdays through Oct. 31. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs to this outdoor series featuring popular movies. Free for all ages. The October schedule includes: Super Mario Movie on Oct. 3; Finding Dory on Oct. 10; Encanto on Oct. 17; Coco on Oct. 24 and Hocus Pocus on Oct. 31. Movies begin at dark.

Saturdays – Murfreesboro Saturday Market
Main Street Murfreesboro presents the annual Murfreesboro Saturday Market every Saturday through October around the Historic Rutherford County Courthouse from 8 a.m.–noon. The Murfreesboro Saturday Market features locally grown produce, locally raised beef, poultry, and pork, fresh eggs, and baked goods from local bakers as well as featuring artisans, crafters and local musicians. There are 94 vendors lined up for the 2026 season, and 73 vendor spots each Saturday. Every Friday, an updated map of vendors for that week’s market will be posted on Instagram and Facebook at Murfreesboro Saturday Market. You can also find the updated map on mainstreetmurfreesboro.org. This year, the Murfreesboro Saturday Market is participating in the first-ever “Tennessee Farmers Market Trail,” made possible by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Visitors to the farmers market will be able to scan a QR code to enter to win prizes and receive free merchandise from the trail project, created to promote the many local farmers markets throughout Tennessee. Friendly dogs are welcome, but please be respectful of the large crowds. For more information, call 615-895-1887 or visit mainstreetmurfreesboro.org/saturday-market.

Saturdays – SINGO at Nacho’s
Check out SINGO every Saturday night at 7 p.m., hosted by BrainBlast Trivia at Nacho’s Murfreesboro (2962 S. Rutherford Blvd.). SINGO is the musical bingo game that will have everyone dancing in their seats; no singing is required. It is family-friendly, free to play, and there are prizes every time. For more information, find BrainBlast Trivia on Facebook or visit brainblasttrivia.com.

Saturdays – Historical Society Coffee & Conversation
The Rutherford County Historical Society has been preserving and promoting Murfreesboro’s local history since 1971. The RCHS aims to be a community resource for those researching their family, property or perhaps just old fun facts. The Historical Society hosts Coffee & Conversation each Saturday morning from 9 a.m.–noon at the Ransom School House Museum (717 N. Academy St.). This is a very informal, fun and informative event. Bring old photos or questions about the past to ask members, and enjoy free coffee and donuts. For more information, visit rutherfordtnhistory.org.

Ongoing – F3 Workouts
F3—which stands for fitness, fellowship and faith—holds free, outdoor, peer-led workouts for men across the country. The free weekly workout sessions welcome all men and always end with a “circle of trust,” emphasizing the group’s commitment to faith. In Murfreesboro, F3 holds workouts on the Murfreesboro Public Square at 5 a.m. on Tuesdays; at Oakland Middle School (853 Dejarnette Ln.) at 5:30 a.m. on Wednesdays; at the Murfreesboro Medical Clinic/Gateway Island parking lot (1272 Garrison Dr.) at 5 a.m. on Thursdays; and at Old Fort Park (201 Golf Ln., at the north entrance parking lot) at 6 a.m. on Saturdays. In Smyrna, F3 meets for workouts at Cedar Grove Elementary (354 Chaney Rd., Smyrna) at 5:30 a.m. on Tuesdays; at Thurman Francis Arts Academy (221 Todd Ln., Smyrna) at 5:30 a.m. on Thursdays; and at Stewarts Creek High School (301 Red Hawk Pkwy., Smyrna) at 6 a.m. on Saturdays. The group meets every week, rain or shine, hot or cold. For more information, visit f3murfreesboro.com.

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