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Family events in Toledo · December 2026

Everything family-friendly on the Toledo calendar for December 2026.

Tasty Tuesday
Tue, Dec 1

Tasty Tuesday

Make a Rudolph Celery Snack at Discovery Center's Tasty Tuesday.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
3–12 yrsIndoor
Happy Hour @ Mojos
Tue, Dec 1

Happy Hour @ Mojos

Happy Hour @ Mojos at Mojos Tacos

3:00 PM Mojos Tacos, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Open Play Mahjong at Fork of the South
Tue, Dec 1

Open Play Mahjong at Fork of the South

Open Play Mahjong at Fork of the South in Franklin

5:00 PM Fork of the South, Franklin
8–18 yrs
Snacky Hour @ Two Hands
Tue, Dec 1

Snacky Hour @ Two Hands

Snacky Hour @ Two Hands

4:00 PM
0–18 yrs
Happy Hour @ Saffire
Tue, Dec 1

Happy Hour @ Saffire

Happy Hour @ Saffire at Saffire Restaurant

3:00 PM Saffire Restaurant, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Happy Hour @ White Alligator
Tue, Dec 1

Happy Hour @ White Alligator

Happy Hour @ White Alligator

2:00 PM
0–18 yrs
Happy Hour @ etch
Tue, Dec 1

Happy Hour @ etch

Happy Hour @ etch in Franklin

2:00 PM etch, Franklin
0–18 yrs
$10 Pizza Tuesdays at Slim + Husky’s
Tue, Dec 1

$10 Pizza Tuesdays at Slim + Husky’s

$10 Pizza Tuesdays at Slim + Husky’s

11:00 AM
0–18 yrs
Campfire Story Time
Tue, Dec 1

Campfire Story Time

Immersive storytelling in the Great Outdoors exhibit at Discovery Center.

2:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
3–10 yrsOutdoor
Trivia Tuesday
Tue, Dec 1

Trivia Tuesday

Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar

7:00 PM The Skylight Bar, Franklin
Free0–18 yrs
Happy Hour @ The Skylight Bar
Tue, Dec 1

Happy Hour @ The Skylight Bar

Happy Hour @ The Skylight Bar at Grand Hall

12:00 PM Grand Hall
0–18 yrs
Turtle Talk
Wed, Dec 2

Turtle Talk

Weekly children's program celebrating turtles; included with admission.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsIndoor
Live Science Show
Thu, Dec 3

Live Science Show

Live Science Show at Eureka Theatre

12:30 PM Eureka Theatre
0–18 yrs
STARS: The Powerhouses of the Universe
Thu, Dec 3

STARS: The Powerhouses of the Universe

Planetarium show exploring stars and their power at Adventure Science Center.

2:15 PM
5–18 yrsIndoor
Studio Tenn Presents: It’s A Wonderful Life
Thu, Dec 3

Studio Tenn Presents: It’s A Wonderful Life

Studio Tenn's stage adaptation of the holiday classic It's A Wonderful Life at Turner Theater.

7:00 PM Turner Theater, Franklin
5–18 yrsIndoor
Plant Bingo!
Thu, Dec 3

Plant Bingo!

Plant-themed bingo game for families at The Skylight Bar in Franklin.

6:00 PM The Skylight Bar, Franklin
0–18 yrsIndoor
Nightwatch
Thu, Dec 3

Nightwatch

Planetarium show at Adventure Science Center.

12:15 PM
5–18 yrsIndoor
Discovery Design Time
Thu, Dec 3

Discovery Design Time

Decorate your own dreidel and learn to play the classic Hanukkah game at Discovery Center.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsIndoor
Homeschool Learning Pods: Anatomy Dissection Labs – Squid
Thu, Dec 3

Homeschool Learning Pods: Anatomy Dissection Labs – Squid

Hands-on squid dissection lab plus museum time for homeschoolers.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
8–14 yrsIndoor
Polaris
Thu, Dec 3

Polaris

Journey through the night sky in the Adventure Science Center's planetarium show.

1:15 PM
5–18 yrsIndoor
Discovery Center Creekkeepers
Thu, Dec 3

Discovery Center Creekkeepers

Free after-school stream science program for middle schoolers in Murfreesboro.

4:30 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
11–14 yrsOutdoor
First Friday Franklin Art Crawl
Fri, Dec 4

First Friday Franklin Art Crawl

Free art crawl through The Factory at Franklin—explore galleries, meet artists, and enjoy creative vibes.

8:00 AM The Factory at Franklin, Franklin
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
Disney’s Frozen the Musical
Fri, Dec 4

Disney’s Frozen the Musical

Disney's beloved Frozen comes to life on stage at TPAC—a musical adventure for the whole family.

7:30 PM Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC), Nashville
$39+5–18 yrsIndoor
A McCrary Kind of Christmas Featuring Emmylou Harris
Fri, Dec 4

A McCrary Kind of Christmas Featuring Emmylou Harris

A holiday concert featuring Emmylou Harris and the McCrary Sisters in Madison.

7:00 PM Harken Hall, Madison
$30–$356–18 yrsIndoor
Factory Farmers Market
Sat, Dec 5

Factory Farmers Market

Factory Farmers Market in Franklin—free outdoor shopping with live music and vendors.

9:00 AM Water Tower Plaza, Franklin
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
Holiday Open House
Sat, Dec 5

Holiday Open House

Holiday celebration at Discovery Center at Murfree Spring.

10:00 AM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
0–18 yrsIndoor
To Worlds Beyond
Sat, Dec 5

To Worlds Beyond

Planetarium show 'To Worlds Beyond' at Adventure Science Center—explore space and distant worlds.

1:15 PM
5–14 yrsIndoor
Brunch @ Etch
Sun, Dec 6

Brunch @ Etch

Brunch @ Etch in Franklin

10:00 AM etch, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Washington Commanders at Tennessee Titans
Sun, Dec 6

Washington Commanders at Tennessee Titans

Washington Commanders at Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium

1:00 PM Nissan Stadium, Nashville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Nashville Pawliday Market
Sun, Dec 6

Nashville Pawliday Market

Pet-themed holiday market with shopping, treats, and festive fun for the whole family.

2:00 PM 14TENN, Nashville
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
Kids Eat Free @ Otaku
Sun, Dec 6

Kids Eat Free @ Otaku

Kids Eat Free @ Otaku

5:00 PM
5–12 yrs
Closed Mondays
Mon, Dec 7

Closed Mondays

Closed Mondays at Discovery Center at Murfree Spring

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
0–18 yrs
Happy Hour @ Edley’s
Mon, Dec 7

Happy Hour @ Edley’s

Happy Hour @ Edley’s

2:00 PM
0–18 yrs
STEM Storytime
Mon, Dec 7

STEM Storytime

STEM-focused storytelling at Adventure Science Center.

9:30 AM
3–8 yrsIndoor
Intro Nashville: December 2026
Wed, Dec 9

Intro Nashville: December 2026

Intro Nashville: December 2026

$595–$8950–18 yrs
Country Next: Charly Reynolds & Grace Leer
Thu, Dec 10

Country Next: Charly Reynolds & Grace Leer

Country Next: Charly Reynolds & Grace Leer at Caption by Hyatt

7:00 PM Caption by Hyatt, Nashville
Free0–18 yrs
All Access Night: Holiday Party
Thu, Dec 10

All Access Night: Holiday Party

All Access members invited to an exclusive holiday party at Discovery Center.

6:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–18 yrsIndoor
Creature Connection: Degrees of Pemberton
Thu, Dec 10

Creature Connection: Degrees of Pemberton

Creature Connection program exploring animal adaptations and behavior.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
7–14 yrsIndoor
Hunter Flynn at Skinny Dennis
Thu, Dec 10

Hunter Flynn at Skinny Dennis

Hunter Flynn at Skinny Dennis in Nashville

7:00 PM Skinny Dennis, Nashville
10–18 yrs
STEM Discovery Lab
Sat, Dec 12

STEM Discovery Lab

Hands-on science activities and demonstrations at Adventure Science Center.

10:00 AM
5–14 yrsIndoor
41st Annual Dickens of a Christmas | 2026
Sat, Dec 12

41st Annual Dickens of a Christmas | 2026

41-year-old yuletide festival at Heritage Foundation of Williamson County—caroling, crafts & Victorian charm.

10:00 AM
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Laser David Bowie
Sat, Dec 12

Laser David Bowie

David Bowie music synced to laser effects in the planetarium dome.

4:30 PM
5–18 yrsIndoor
Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon
Sun, Dec 13

Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon

Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon planetarium show at Adventure Science Center.

4:30 PM
5–18 yrsIndoor
SPARK! Snowball Fight
Mon, Dec 14

SPARK! Snowball Fight

Winter snowball fight fun at Discovery Center—get outside and play with friends in the snow.

9:00 AM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsOutdoor
A Franklin Christmas Benefiting The Circle of Giving
Mon, Dec 14

A Franklin Christmas Benefiting The Circle of Giving

Festive holiday concert and benefit at Liberty Hall—perfect for families celebrating the season together.

7:00 PM Liberty Hall, Franklin
0–18 yrsIndoor
AMERICA’S LARGEST NUTCRACKER TOUR RETURNS — NUTCRACKER! MAGICAL CHRISTMAS BALLET ON SALE NOW
Wed, Dec 16

AMERICA’S LARGEST NUTCRACKER TOUR RETURNS — NUTCRACKER! MAGICAL CHRISTMAS BALLET ON SALE NOW

America's largest Nutcracker ballet tour brings the holiday classic to life with stunning sets and dancing.

7:00 PM
n/a4–18 yrsIndoor
Laser Holidays
Sat, Dec 19

Laser Holidays

Holiday-themed laser show in the planetarium—festive sci-fi fun.

4:30 PM
0–18 yrsIndoor
Candy Cane Course – Nashville
Sat, Dec 19

Candy Cane Course – Nashville

Winter-themed obstacle course at Heartland Park with candy cane décor and festive challenges.

9:00 AM Heartland Park, Nashville
$31+0–18 yrsOutdoor
Indianapolis Colts at Tennessee Titans
Sun, Dec 20

Indianapolis Colts at Tennessee Titans

Watch the Colts take on the Titans at Nissan Stadium in Nashville.

1:00 PM Nissan Stadium, Nashville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
2026 Sprouts Farmers Market espnW Invitational
Sun, Dec 20

2026 Sprouts Farmers Market espnW Invitational

Elite women's college basketball tournament at iconic Bridgestone Arena in Nashville.

12:00 PM Bridgestone Arena, Nashville
13–18 yrsIndoor
John Berry’s 30th Anniversary Christmas Tour at Harken Hall December 20
Sun, Dec 20

John Berry’s 30th Anniversary Christmas Tour at Harken Hall December 20

Country artist John Berry celebrates his 30th Anniversary with a Christmas tour.

7:00 PM Harken Hall, Madison
$42–$1005–18 yrsIndoor
Science Showstoppers: Day 1
Mon, Dec 21

Science Showstoppers: Day 1

Day 1 of an interactive science camp at Nashville's Adventure Science Center.

9:00 AM Adventure Science Center, Nashville
5–12 yrsIndoor
Science Showstoppers: Day 2
Tue, Dec 22

Science Showstoppers: Day 2

Interactive science demonstrations at Adventure Science Center—Day 2 of hands-on fun.

9:00 AM Adventure Science Center, Nashville
5–12 yrsIndoor
Polaris PJ Party
Sat, Dec 26

Polaris PJ Party

Cozy evening planetarium show where kids wear pajamas to watch Polaris.

10:00 AM
3–12 yrsIndoor
Science Showstoppers: Week-long
Mon, Dec 28

Science Showstoppers: Week-long

Week-long science camp with hands-on experiments at Adventure Science Center.

9:00 AM Adventure Science Center, Nashville
5–12 yrsIndoor