Fall is a great time to enjoy the tastes and scents of fall at craft fairs featuring items made by local artisans, from small home-based businesses, and food from some great food trucks. There are also lots of fun activities for kids of all ages at these free events. Here are seven local craft fairs taking place in October.
Black Barn Market and Craft Fair
October 11, 2025
9901 Lascassas Pike
Lascassas, Tennessee
615-904-4676
Time: 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
The Black Barn Market and Craft Sale will offer more than 100 craft vendors to shop from while listening to live music and enjoying food trucks. For the children, there will be a bounce house, face painting, and a mobile insect and reptile petting zoo.
Handcrafted goods created by fine artisans and craft vendors will include everything from unique jewelry to one-of-a-kind home goods. In the toolshed, talented crafters will be demonstrating their skills, including basket-making, pottery, weaving and other traditional arts. It is an outdoor festival hosted at Events at East 96.
Rutherford County Craft Fair
October 11, 2025
Lane Agri-Park
315 John R. Rice Boulevard
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Time: 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Located in the same building as the Farmer’s Market, the Fall Craft Fair will offer handcrafted jewelry, wood work, art, autumn themed home décor, specialty foods, and more.
B&B Car Show and Fall Festival
October 18, 2024
B&B Flooring
2204 NW Broad Street
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
615-216-0551
Time: 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
The classic car show will also offer food vendors, craft and small business booth, music, and family activities. Awards will be presented at 2:00 p.m. Unopened toys will be collected for the Last-Minute Toy Store at the event.
Martin’s Home and Garden Fall Festival
October 18, 2024
1020 NW Broad Street
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Time: 11:00 a.m. Until 4:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Martin’s Home and Garden’s fourth annual Fall Festival will offer local arts and craft vendors, food trucks, seasonal games, face painting and more! There will be a hay ride and petting zoo. Stop in, grab pumpkins and mums for fall décor, stay for some food and fun.
Harvest Days
October 25, 2025
Cannonsburgh Village
312 South Front Street
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Time: 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Highlights include local crafters and vendors showcasing unique handmade goods, blacksmith demonstrations offering a glimpse into traditional craftsmanship, Murfreesboro Art League’s annual art exhibit featuring stunning local artwork, vintage demonstrations bringing history to life, clogging and live music performances throughout the day, and hayrides for a festive tour of the village.
Fall Treats and Holiday Sneak a Peek
October 25, 2025
Shabby Lane Shops
Lane Agri-Park
315 John R. Rice Boulevard
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Time: 9:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Booths featuring more than 70 local small businesses will be open to shop early for the holidays. There will be free sweet tea and free gifts for the first 200 adult shoppers.
Beasley Boo Bash
October 26, 2025
Beasley Animal Foundation
2215 Keeneland Commercial Boulevard
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
(615) 890-6878
Time: 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon at Beesley Animal Foundation! Here’s what to expect:
Vendors & Treats
Enjoy food and beverage vendors, plus a variety of booths with something for everyone-kids, adults, and pets!
Music & Atmosphere
There will be music and plenty of space to relax. Plus, there will be tables and chairs so you can dine and hang out comfortably. Feel free to bring your own chair too.
Adoptable Pets
Rutherford County Cat Rescue will be indoors with adoptable cats and information about their work.
Lifehouse Animal Refuge and Rehabilitation will be outside with adoptable dogs ready for meet-and-greets.
Fun & Games
There will be activities for kids and the young at heart. Bring the family and enjoy some festive fun!
Parking
Parking will be available next door. Volunteers will be on hand to direct you.
Free to Attend — Donations Welcome
Admission is FREE! If you’d like to bring a donation, Wish List needs include:
• White Copy Paper
• Unopened & Unexpired Cat & Dog Food
• Snack & Gallon Zipper Bags
Pet-Friendly
Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome to join the fun!
Please note: The building will be open, but Clinic Services will not be available during the event.
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