Bellevue Area Examiner October 2026: New EV Charging Stations, Chick-Fil-A, PetSmart, New Day Church & More
Bellevue Area Examiner: What’s going on in Bellevue, TN, in October 2026? Bellevue Activities, PetSmart, EV Charging Stations, Chick-Fil-A, Michaels, New Day Church, Petco, Bellevue’s Panhandlers, and More!
Ongoing Bellevue Activities & Entertainment
- Ford Ice Center: Open for public ice skating, hockey clinics, and Nashville Predatorspractice sessions.
- AMC Theatres: Catch new releases and blockbusters at the 12-screen AMC Bellevue 12featuring reclined seating and hot food.
- Red Caboose Park: A favorite weekend family spot featuring a playground, walking trails, and open green spaces.
- Bellevue One Shopping Center: Shopping for the family, pets, shoes, groceries and more. Convenient dining.
Bellevue October Events
- Ford Ice Center: Open for public ice skating, hockey clinics, and Nashville Predatorspractice sessions.
- AMC Theatres: Catch new releases and blockbusters at the 12-screen AMC Bellevue 12featuring reclined seating and hot food.
- Red Caboose Park: A favorite weekend family spot featuring a playground, walking trails, and open green spaces.
- Bellevue One Shopping Center: Shopping for the family, pets, shoes, groceries and more. Convenient dining.
Bellevue October Events
Bellevue’s New Day Church Plans 8th Birthday and 8th Annual Fall Fest
New Day Church in West Nashville is celebrating their 8th birthday on Sunday, October 11 with a special service and a luncheon after the service. Members and guests are all invited.
The church will also host its 8th annual Fall Fest at Red Caboose Park on October 25, 2026. The event is free with games, fall displays and lots of candy. Details coming soon.
New Day church meets on Sundays at 10 am at the Bellevue Community Center.
PetSmart October Events
PetSmart has some fun events for you and your pets in October:- Oct. 17– Tricks for Treats, Sat. from 10 AM to 4 PM. Free swag, treats and a selfie station.
- Oct. 18– Meet the Spooky Pets, Sun. from 12-2 PM. Critters that creep, slither and crawl.
- Oct. 26– Tricks for Treats, Sat. from 10 AM to 4 PM
PetSmart October Events
- Oct. 17– Tricks for Treats, Sat. from 10 AM to 4 PM. Free swag, treats and a selfie station.
- Oct. 18– Meet the Spooky Pets, Sun. from 12-2 PM. Critters that creep, slither and crawl.
- Oct. 26– Tricks for Treats, Sat. from 10 AM to 4 PM
Chick-Fil-A October Events
Gladiator Games hosted by Bellevue Baptist Church
Bellevue Baptist Church is located in Nashville, Tennessee) for kids in grades K through 5.
Bellevue News
New EV Charging Stations at Bellevue Place
Michael’s Expands Fabrics, Fall Merchandise out, Balloons for Halloween
Michael’s is expanding their fabric, notions and yarn sections which now have more space in the back of the store. Fall has flung all over the store with pumpkins and autumn decor and crafts everywhere. The balloon section continues to add more seasonal and novelty balloons for Halloween and the holidays.
Burlington Outlet Still Renovating as New Five Below Goes in
Renovations inside Burlington appear to be almost finished as a Five Below is going in at the far end of Bellevue One. It will have its own new entrance once the new construction begins.
Renovations inside Burlington appear to be almost finished as a Five Below is going in at the far end of Bellevue One. It will have its own new entrance once the new construction begins.
The Puzzling Homeless Situation in Bellevue
There has been a noticeable surge in panhandling and unhoused individuals congregating across Bellevue the past several years. Recently, I watched a vehicle drop at least three men off at the intersection across from the Shell station on Highway 70 South. I watched one man immediately head to a familiar spot on Coley Davis next to the station, another walk toward the I-140 exit, and the third go inside the Shell station itself. Where did they come from, and who brought them here?
This isn't an isolated incident. At times, individuals have set up camp with their luggage next to the CVS at Bellevue Plaza. Down near Dollar Tree, people regularly wander behind the building, through the store, and down into the nearby creek bed. I used to walk my dog in that area during the evenings, but I now make a point to go before dark out of concern for my personal safety.
Local business owners and staff report feeling equally strained:
Retail Security: A former manager at Dollar Tree recounted ongoing issues with property theft and store disruption.
Private Security Costs: A pharmacist at CVS and manager at T.J. Maxx shared similar frustration, noting that the strip center eventually resorted to hiring private security officers because response from law enforcement has been virtually non-existent and patrons no longer feel secure.
Traffic Hazards: Just today, after driving through the McDonald’s drive-thru, a woman was standing directly in the middle of the entrance lane, attempting to flag down incoming cars and blocking traffic. When I parked, she hollered and approached my vehicle, prompting me to lock my doors and roll up my windows. The McDonald’s manager confirmed he had already called the police regarding the driveway being blocked, but reported that no officers had arrived.
According to local store management, calls to dispatch often yield no response, leaving private property owners and customers to navigate these encounters on their own. Besides the safety factor, trash from these individuals has become another issue. There are frequently piles of trash left on the sidewalks by these individuals. I have watched them leave their litter and amble away. I see them leave bags of trash in front of businesses and even in shopping carts.
What is the city’s actual plan for addressing public safety and regional displacement in Bellevue? Residents and local business owners deserve clear answers—and a real response—from our local officials.
There has been a noticeable surge in panhandling and unhoused individuals congregating across Bellevue the past several years. Recently, I watched a vehicle drop at least three men off at the intersection across from the Shell station on Highway 70 South. I watched one man immediately head to a familiar spot on Coley Davis next to the station, another walk toward the I-140 exit, and the third go inside the Shell station itself. Where did they come from, and who brought them here?
This isn't an isolated incident. At times, individuals have set up camp with their luggage next to the CVS at Bellevue Plaza. Down near Dollar Tree, people regularly wander behind the building, through the store, and down into the nearby creek bed. I used to walk my dog in that area during the evenings, but I now make a point to go before dark out of concern for my personal safety.
Local business owners and staff report feeling equally strained:
Retail Security: A former manager at Dollar Tree recounted ongoing issues with property theft and store disruption.
Private Security Costs: A pharmacist at CVS and manager at T.J. Maxx shared similar frustration, noting that the strip center eventually resorted to hiring private security officers because response from law enforcement has been virtually non-existent and patrons no longer feel secure.
Traffic Hazards: Just today, after driving through the McDonald’s drive-thru, a woman was standing directly in the middle of the entrance lane, attempting to flag down incoming cars and blocking traffic. When I parked, she hollered and approached my vehicle, prompting me to lock my doors and roll up my windows. The McDonald’s manager confirmed he had already called the police regarding the driveway being blocked, but reported that no officers had arrived.
According to local store management, calls to dispatch often yield no response, leaving private property owners and customers to navigate these encounters on their own. Besides the safety factor, trash from these individuals has become another issue. There are frequently piles of trash left on the sidewalks by these individuals. I have watched them leave their litter and amble away. I see them leave bags of trash in front of businesses and even in shopping carts.
What is the city’s actual plan for addressing public safety and regional displacement in Bellevue? Residents and local business owners deserve clear answers—and a real response—from our local officials.
Bellevue Farmers Market
Bellevue’s Farmers Market is held every Thursday night at Red Caboose Park from 4 to 7 PM. Organic produce, crafts, local businesses, music, food and more can be found.
Bellevue Park & Red Caboose Park: Great Fun But with Rules
Bellevue Park is a great place to have fun, but both the park and the track have rules posted to keep them safe and fun for everyone. NO BICYCLES OR WHEELED TRANSPORT ON THE WALKING TRACK. . Read more.
Bellevue Park is a great place to have fun, but both the park and the track have rules posted to keep them safe and fun for everyone. NO BICYCLES OR WHEELED TRANSPORT ON THE WALKING TRACK. . Read more.
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