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Indoor things to do with kids in Toledo

Rainy day? Too cold to play outside? These indoor family events around Toledo keep the kids busy whatever the weather.

82 events
Discovery Design Time
Thu, Nov 12 +3 dates

Discovery Design Time

Creative design and building activity at Discovery Center at Murfree Spring.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsIndoor
“The Wizard of Oz” at Center for the Arts
Thu, Nov 12 +3 dates

“The Wizard of Oz” at Center for the Arts

The beloved classic *Wizard of Oz* production at Center for the Arts in Murfreesboro.

7:30 PM Center For the Arts, Murfreesboro
$27+5–18 yrsIndoor
All Access Night: Fall on the Farm
Thu, Nov 12

All Access Night: Fall on the Farm

Sensory-friendly

All-access sensory-friendly evening celebrating fall at Murfreesboro's Discovery Center.

6:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
0–18 yrsIndoor
Veterans and Military Family Night
Thu, Nov 12

Veterans and Military Family Night

Family-focused evening celebrating veterans and military families at Adventure Science Center.

3:30 PM Adventure Science Center, Nashville
0–18 yrsIndoor
All Access Night at the Discovery Center
Thu, Nov 12

All Access Night at the Discovery Center

Sensory-friendly

Sensory-friendly evening at Discovery Center with reduced noise, softer lighting & space.

6:00 PM Discovery Center, Murfreesboro
0–18 yrsIndoor
STARS: The Powerhouses of the Universe
Fri, Nov 13 +37 dates

STARS: The Powerhouses of the Universe

Planetarium show exploring stars and cosmic forces at Adventure Science Center.

12:15 PM
5–18 yrsIndoor
Live Science Show
Fri, Nov 13 +29 dates

Live Science Show

Hands-on live science demonstrations at Adventure Science Center.

12:30 PM Eureka Theatre
5–13 yrsIndoor
Turtle Talk
Fri, Nov 13 +87 dates

Turtle Talk

Weekly children's program celebrating turtles and reptiles—included with admission.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
2–12 yrsIndoor
“Fortuna the Time Bender vs the Schoolgirls of Doom” by Nashville Opera
Fri, Nov 13 +2 dates

“Fortuna the Time Bender vs the Schoolgirls of Doom” by Nashville Opera

Nashville Opera's inventive musical about a time-bending villain and heroic schoolgirls.

7:30 PM The Noah Liff Opera Center, Nashville
$35+8–18 yrsIndoor
Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “A Child’s Calendar”
Fri, Nov 13 +1 dates

Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “A Child’s Calendar”

Charming puppet show celebrating childhood moments and seasonal rhythms.

10:30 AM Nashville Public Library, Nashville
2–10 yrsIndoor
Churchill & Roosevelt: The Christmas That Saved the World!
Fri, Nov 13 +1 dates

Churchill & Roosevelt: The Christmas That Saved the World!

Historical holiday musical at TPAC about Churchill & Roosevelt's 1941 meeting.

7:30 PM TPAC’s Johnson Theater, Nashville
$44+10–18 yrsIndoor
First Kiss Friday: When Harry Met Sally… (1989)
Fri, Nov 13

First Kiss Friday: When Harry Met Sally… (1989)

Classic romantic comedy screening at The Franklin Theatre.

7:00 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
13–18 yrsIndoor
Christmas Village
Fri, Nov 13 +2 dates

Christmas Village

Holiday shopping with 250+ artisan vendors at festive Christmas Village marketplace.

9:00 AM The Fairgrounds Nashville, Nashville
$10+0–18 yrsIndoor
A Country Christmas + ICE!
Fri, Nov 13 +1 dates

A Country Christmas + ICE!

Experience hand-carved ice sculptures of Home Alone's McCallister house plus country Christmas entertainment.

10:00 AM Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville
prices vary per attraction0–18 yrsIndoor
Incoming!
Fri, Nov 13 +13 dates

Incoming!

Planetarium show at Adventure Science Center exploring space and science.

1:15 PM
5–18 yrsIndoor
November Timeless Tales – Children’s Read Aloud
Fri, Nov 13

November Timeless Tales – Children’s Read Aloud

Children's read-aloud storytelling at The Franklin Theatre in Franklin.

9:00 AM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
2–12 yrsIndoor
CYT Nashville’s “Seussical The Musical”
Fri, Nov 13 +2 dates

CYT Nashville’s “Seussical The Musical”

CYT Nashville brings Dr. Seuss's beloved musical to life with colorful staging & catchy songs.

7:00 PM Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park, Franklin
$16+5–18 yrsIndoor
Nightwatch
Sat, Nov 14 +31 dates

Nightwatch

Planetarium show at Adventure Science Center—explore the night sky.

10:15 AM
5–18 yrsIndoor
Gallatin Comic Con 2026
Sat, Nov 14

Gallatin Comic Con 2026

Comic Con brings cosplay, comics, collectibles & pop-culture fun to Gallatin.

10:00 AM Gallatin Civic Center, Gallatin
$25+6–18 yrsIndoor
Nashville Fall Craft and Vendor Market
Sat, Nov 14

Nashville Fall Craft and Vendor Market

Shop handmade crafts & local art at this fall vendor market at CoolSprings Galleria.

10:00 AM CoolSprings Galleria, Franklin
0–18 yrsIndoor
Honky-Tonk Circus Performing at Harken Hall on November 14
Sat, Nov 14

Honky-Tonk Circus Performing at Harken Hall on November 14

Honky-Tonk Circus performance at Harken Hall in Madison.

7:00 PM Harken Hall, Madison
$35–$405–18 yrsIndoor
STEAMSgiving: A Thanksgiving Adventure at Brentwood Library
Sat, Nov 14

STEAMSgiving: A Thanksgiving Adventure at Brentwood Library

A free hands-on STEAM workshop celebrating Thanksgiving at Brentwood Library.

1:00 PM Brentwood Library, Brentwood
4–14 yrsIndoor
The Stellars – Misson: Green
Sat, Nov 14 +6 dates

The Stellars – Misson: Green

Planetarium show at Adventure Science Center—explore stars and sustainability in an immersive dome experience.

11:15 AM
5–18 yrsIndoor
Storytime with Nashville Symphony
Sat, Nov 14

Storytime with Nashville Symphony

Music-filled storytime with Nashville Symphony musicians at the library.

10:30 AM Nashville Public Library Edmondson Pike Branch, Nashville
3–10 yrsIndoor
Fam Jam at Country Music Hall of Fame
Sat, Nov 14

Fam Jam at Country Music Hall of Fame

Monthly music & movement class for babies and toddlers at Country Music Hall of Fame.

9:30 AM Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Nashville
Free0–18 yrsIndoor
Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Breakfast
Sat, Nov 14

Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Breakfast

Brunch with live mermaid performers at the Aquarium Restaurant.

9:00 AM Aquarium Restaurant, Nashville
$3–$352–12 yrsIndoor
“The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show” at Nashville Children’s Theatre
Sat, Nov 14 +1 dates

“The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show” at Nashville Children’s Theatre

A colorful stage journey through four classic Eric Carle picture books at Nashville Children's Theatre.

2:00 PM Nashville Children’s Theatre, Nashville
$29–$392–8 yrsIndoor
Lowe’s Kids Workshops
Sat, Nov 14

Lowe’s Kids Workshops

Build a toy snowplow at Lowe's in this hands-on DIY workshop for kids.

10:00 AM Various Lowe’s Stores
4–10 yrsIndoor
Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours
Sat, Nov 14

Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours

Tour rare and unusual vintage cars normally kept in the Lane Motor Museum vault.

11:30 AM Lane Motor Museum, Nashville
$3–$655–18 yrsIndoor
Santa’s Arrival Event at The Mall at Green Hills
Sat, Nov 14

Santa’s Arrival Event at The Mall at Green Hills

Meet Santa with Nashville Predators at The Mall at Green Hills.

9:00 AM The Mall at Green Hills, Nashville
0–12 yrsIndoor
Larry Sparks and The Lonesome Ramblers
Sat, Nov 14

Larry Sparks and The Lonesome Ramblers

Larry Sparks and The Lonesome Ramblers perform at The Franklin Theatre.

7:00 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
13–18 yrsIndoor
SMC x Filmmakers in Franklin Presents Mulan (1998) ft. Director Tony Bancroft
Sat, Nov 14

SMC x Filmmakers in Franklin Presents Mulan (1998) ft. Director Tony Bancroft

Screening of Disney's Mulan with director Tony Bancroft Q&A in Franklin.

11:00 AM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
6–18 yrsIndoor
Polar Express (2004)
Sun, Nov 15

Polar Express (2004)

Classic holiday film screening at The Franklin Theatre.

10:00 AM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
0–18 yrsIndoor
Lenny Pearce – Toddler Rave World Tour
Sun, Nov 15

Lenny Pearce – Toddler Rave World Tour

High-energy electronic dance party designed for toddlers at Marathon Music Works.

5:30 PM Marathon Music Works, Nashville
$52+0–5 yrsIndoor
White Christmas (1954)
Sun, Nov 15

White Christmas (1954)

Classic holiday film screening at The Franklin Theatre—a family-friendly seasonal tradition.

1:30 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
0–18 yrsIndoor
Nashville Fall Festival at Assembly Food Hall
Sun, Nov 15

Nashville Fall Festival at Assembly Food Hall

Browse 250+ artisan booths and enjoy seasonal fun at Assembly Food Hall's fall festival.

11:00 AM Assembly Food Hall – Fifth + Broadway, Nashville
0–18 yrsIndoor
Appalachian Watercolor at Country Music Hall of Fame
Sun, Nov 15

Appalachian Watercolor at Country Music Hall of Fame

Create Appalachian-inspired watercolor art at the Country Music Hall of Fame.

10:00 AM Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Nashville
$5–$256–18 yrsIndoor
STEM Storytime
Mon, Nov 16 +27 dates

STEM Storytime

Story time meets hands-on science at Adventure Science Center.

9:30 AM
0–12 yrsIndoor
Puppet Storytime at the Smyrna Library
Mon, Nov 16

Puppet Storytime at the Smyrna Library

Puppet characters bring stories to life at Smyrna Library's free Puppet Storytime.

8:00 AM Smyrna Public Library, Smyrna
2–8 yrsIndoor
Early Explorers STEM Storytime
Mon, Nov 16

Early Explorers STEM Storytime

Discover science and storytelling combined at Adventure Science Center's STEM Storytime.

9:30 AM Adventure Science Center, Nashville
$14–$183–8 yrsIndoor
Open Play Mahjong at Fork of the South
Tue, Nov 17 +1 dates

Open Play Mahjong at Fork of the South

Learn and play mahjong with others at Fork of the South in Franklin.

5:00 PM Fork of the South, Franklin
8–18 yrsIndoor
Tasty Tuesday
Tue, Nov 17 +83 dates

Tasty Tuesday

Make homemade apple donuts at Discovery Center's hands-on cooking activity.

1:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
3–10 yrsIndoor
Storytimes at the Brentwood Library
Tue, Nov 17

Storytimes at the Brentwood Library

Story time for the youngest listeners at Brentwood Library.

10:00 AM Brentwood Library, Brentwood
0–10 yrsIndoor
Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime
Tue, Nov 17

Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime

Library Pete and friends sing, juggle, and read at Nashville Public Library's Wishing Chair Puppet Show.

9:30 AM Nashville Public Library, Nashville
0–8 yrsIndoor
Babies and Books Storytime at Franklin Library
Tue, Nov 17

Babies and Books Storytime at Franklin Library

Cuddle up with your little one at Franklin Library's weekly Babies and Books Storytime.

9:30 AM Franklin Library, Franklin
0–3 yrsIndoor
Made South Holiday Market
Fri, Nov 20 +1 dates

Made South Holiday Market

Shop handcrafted gifts and holiday décor from regional makers at this Franklin vendor market.

5:00 PM Liberty Hall, Franklin
0–18 yrsIndoor
STEM Discovery Lab
Sat, Nov 21 +26 dates

STEM Discovery Lab

Hands-on STEM activities and free demonstrations at Adventure Science Center.

10:00 AM
4–16 yrsIndoor
Laser Prince
Sat, Nov 21

Laser Prince

Laser light show at Adventure Science Center set to music and animation.

4:30 PM
5–18 yrsIndoor
Factory Dance Nights: Line Dancing
Mon, Nov 23

Factory Dance Nights: Line Dancing

Line dancing for families at Liberty Hall—learn steps and dance together.

6:00 PM Liberty Hall, Franklin
$10+5–18 yrsIndoor
Thanksgiving Break Campology: Operation: Ocean
Mon, Nov 23

Thanksgiving Break Campology: Operation: Ocean

Marine science day camp with water sampling, turtle encounters & ecosystem exploration.

7:30 AM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsIndoor
Kitchen Chemistry
Mon, Nov 23 +1 dates

Kitchen Chemistry

Hands-on science camp exploring chemistry concepts at Adventure Science Center.

9:00 AM Adventure Science Center, Nashville
5–12 yrsIndoor
Professor Brian Cox Tickets! Ryman in Nashville 11/25/26
Wed, Nov 25

Professor Brian Cox Tickets! Ryman in Nashville 11/25/26

Professor Brian Cox at Ryman—engaging science communicator and physicist in concert.

7:30 PM Ryman Auditorium Nashville, Nashville
10–18 yrsIndoor
Turkey Day
Fri, Nov 27

Turkey Day

Turkey Day celebration at Discovery Center—holiday-themed hands-on activities included with admission.

10:00 AM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
2–12 yrsIndoor
Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon
Sat, Nov 28 +1 dates

Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon

Immersive planetarium show syncing Pink Floyd's album with stunning visuals.

4:30 PM
8–18 yrsIndoor
Pop ‘Til You Drop
Sun, Nov 29

Pop ‘Til You Drop

Laser light show at Adventure Science Center's planetarium.

4:30 PM
5–18 yrsIndoor
Studio Tenn presents: The Addams Family
Mon, Nov 30

Studio Tenn presents: The Addams Family

Studio Tenn's theatrical adaptation of The Addams Family—perfect family entertainment.

12:00 AM Turner Theater, Franklin
6–18 yrsIndoor
Studio Tenn Presents: It’s A Wonderful Life
Thu, Dec 3 +11 dates

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
Polaris
Thu, Dec 3 +10 dates

Polaris

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

1:15 PM
5–18 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
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
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
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 +6 dates

To Worlds Beyond

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

1:15 PM
5–14 yrsIndoor
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
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
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 +3 dates

Laser Holidays

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

4:30 PM
0–18 yrsIndoor
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
$10 Pizza Tuesdays at Slim + Husky’s
Tue, Dec 22

$10 Pizza Tuesdays at Slim + Husky’s

Budget-friendly pizza dinner every Tuesday at Slim + Husky's in Franklin.

11:00 AM
0–18 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 +1 dates

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
Invention in Action
Mon, Jan 18

Invention in Action

Hands-on STEM camp where kids invent and experiment at Adventure Science Center.

9:00 AM Adventure Science Center, Nashville
5–12 yrsIndoor
Grand Kyiv Ballet presents Swan Lake: Symphony of Lights
Sun, Jan 24

Grand Kyiv Ballet presents Swan Lake: Symphony of Lights

Grand Kyiv Ballet performs the classic Swan Lake with stunning visuals at the historic Ryman.

6:30 PM Ryman Auditorium Nashville, Nashville
5–18 yrsIndoor
Laser Led Zeppelin
Sat, Jan 30

Laser Led Zeppelin

Iconic Led Zeppelin music paired with a laser light show at Adventure Science Center.

4:15 PM
10–18 yrsIndoor
TWISTER
Sat, Feb 6

TWISTER

Classic Twister game at Adventure Science Center—a playful way to learn about balance and body awareness.

8:00 AM Adventure Science Center, Nashville
5–18 yrsIndoor

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