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Nashville in November

Quieter, cheaper, and Christmas at the Opryland resort starts. Early month is lovely.

GoodCool, highs near 61F (16C)

Nashville skyline, United States — NashvillePhoto: Daniel Schwen, CC BY-SA 4.0

The straight answer

November is a good month to visit Nashville. Quieter, cheaper, and Christmas at the Opryland resort starts. Early month is lovely.

Weather: Cool, highs near 61F (16C)
Crowds: 3 of 5
Prices: 3 of 5

What November is like in Nashville

November cools off, with highs near 61F (16C) and chilly nights. The early part of the month often keeps some fall color and pleasant days. Crowds and prices ease, and Christmas at the Opryland resort begins. Everything stays open.

This month suits value seekers and couples who want nice weather at lower rates. Early November is the best part. Families can start the holiday season early. If you want warm patio nights, pick October instead.

Make the most of November

What is especially good about Nashville this month.

Christmas at Opryland begins

The resort's holiday season starts this month, with lights and displays that are fun for kids.

Lower rates after the fall peak

Hotels ease off from October's highs, especially midweek.

Thanksgiving week shows

The Opry and the Ryman keep full schedules, so a holiday trip still has plenty of music.

What to pack for November

A warm jacket for cold evenings
Layers for days that start cool and warm up
Comfortable closed-toe shoes
A hat and gloves for late in the month

Our timing tip

Go in the first half of November for the best mix of mild weather, fall color, and lower prices.

Book Nashville for November.

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Things to do in Nashville

Full guide

Ryman Auditorium

The Mother Church of Country Music. Daytime tours plus evening shows; seeing a concert here is the best way in.

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Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Go at opening to beat the crowds. Add the RCA Studio B tour.

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Grand Ole Opry

The long-running live radio show at the Opry House, with some winter shows at the Ryman. Book ahead on weekends.

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Broadway honky-tonks

Go on a weekday afternoon for the music without the weekend crush.

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The Parthenon in Centennial Park

A full-scale Parthenon replica with a giant Athena statue inside. An easy, quirky stop.

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The Hermitage

Andrew Jackson's home and plantation, with frank interpretation of slavery there.

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Beat the crowds

Visit Sunday through Thursday. Weekend hotel rates can be twice midweek rates, and Broadway is far calmer.
Do Broadway in the afternoon. The bands are just as good and you can get a seat.
Book writers' rounds at the Bluebird Cafe as soon as reservations open; seats go fast.
Stay in East Nashville, Germantown, or near Music Row for quieter nights and better food.

Know before you go

Almost everything runs year-round. The Opry moves some winter shows to the Ryman, so check the venue on your ticket.
Spring brings severe thunderstorms and occasional tornadoes. Watch weather alerts in March through May.
Winter ice storms, while rare, can close roads and businesses for a day or more.