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.
SPARK! Beaks, Wings, and Nesting Things
Hands-on SPARK! activity about birds, wings & nesting at Discovery Center.
Monday Storytimes at Nashville Public Library
Weekly library storytimes at multiple Nashville branches for babies and toddlers every Monday.
Kacey Musgraves at Bridgestone Arena
Country star Kacey Musgraves performs at Bridgestone Arena for an unforgettable concert night.
STEM Storytime
Story time with a science twist at Adventure Science Center.
Craft Continuum
Hands-on craft activity at Williamson County Archives and Museum.
Early Explorers STEM Storytime
Hands-on science storytelling combines learning & imagination at Adventure Science Center.
Nashville Film Festival
One of America's longest-running film festivals brings curated screenings to Middle Tennessee theaters.
Puppet Storytime at the Smyrna Library
Puppet-filled storytime at Smyrna Public Library.
Author event with Jodi Picoult
Meet bestselling author Jodi Picoult at Vanderbilt University.
Storytime at the Spring Hill Public Library
Storytime for babies and toddlers at Spring Hill Public Library.
Climbing Club at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center
Indoor rock climbing for kids at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center.
Tasty Tuesday
Make mini fruit pizzas at Discovery Center's Tasty Tuesday workshop.
Toddler Storytime at Nolensville Library
Stories and rhymes for the littlest listeners at Nolensville Library.
Storytimes at the Brentwood Library
Regular storytimes for young children at Brentwood Library.
The Machine Performs Pink Floyd
Tribute band The Machine performs Pink Floyd's complete catalog at a historic theater.
Tuesday Storytimes at Nashville Public Library
Weekly storytimes across Nashville Public Library branches.
All-Ages Storytime at Linebaugh
Stories for the whole family at Linebaugh Public Library.
Babies and Books Storytime at Franklin Library
Wednesday mornings at Franklin Library: gentle storytime & songs for babies and their grown-ups.
Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime
Puppet magic brings stories alive at Nashville Public Library's free, interactive storytime.
Pajama Storytime at Smyrna Library
Cozy pajama-themed storytime for babies and toddlers at Smyrna Library.
Wednesday Storytimes at Nashville Public Library
Free story sessions every Wednesday across Nashville Public Library branches.
Turtle Talk
Weekly children's program celebrating turtles at Discovery Center.
Toddler Storytime at Franklin Library
Toddler-focused storytime with songs and activities at Franklin Library.
Nashville Predators Hockey
Watch the Nashville Predators play at Bridgestone Arena with family fang fingers.
“Jekyll and Hide” at HPAC
High-energy stage adaptation at Hendersonville Performing Arts Center.
Discovery Design Time
Creative hands-on design and building activities at Discovery Center.
The Great Pumpkin Festival featuring Monsters in the Museum
Spooky family celebration with costumes, face painting, games & crafts.
Homeschool Learning Pods: Anatomy Dissection Labs – Sea Urchin
Hands-on anatomy dissection lab (sea urchin) for curious homeschoolers.
Pre-K Storytime at Franklin Library
Pre-K storytime building early literacy at Franklin Library.
“Mother Goose” at Nashville Children’s Theatre
Classic nursery rhymes come alive at Nashville Children's Theatre.
Incoming!
Planetarium show at Adventure Science Center.
Super Gross Science at Smyrna Library
Messy, hilarious science experiments at the library—kids love gross!
Preschool Storytime at Nolensville Library
Preschool-focused story time at Nolensville Library.
Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors
"Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors" at Pull-Tight Players Theatre—family-friendly comedic take on the classic.
“John Proctor Is the Villain” by Nashville Repertory Theatre
Nashville Repertory Theatre's bold reimagining of Arthur Miller's classic.
Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “A Very Magical Halloween Storytime”
Halloween-themed puppet show storytime bringing spooky tales to life for young kids.
The Great Pumpkin Festival featuring Monsters in the Museum
Pumpkin festival with monsters and Halloween fun at Discovery Center.
First Friday Franklin Art Crawl
Free monthly art crawl through Franklin galleries & studios on the first Friday of each month.
Explore
Interactive planetarium experience at Adventure Science Center for curious minds.
Nashville Ballet presents “Giselle”
Nashville Ballet's classic production of Giselle at TPAC's James K. Polk Theater.
Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours
Tour Lane Motor Museum's vault to see hundreds of rare and unique cars up close.
THE TENNESSEE FOUR feat Thomas Gabriel – The CASH Legacy Continues
The Tennessee Four celebrates Johnny Cash's legacy with live music at Williamson County Performing Arts Center.
Saturday Storytime at Brentwood Library
Weekly Saturday storytime at Brentwood Library for young readers and their families.
Parnassus Books Storytime
Storytime celebration for fantasy fans at Parnassus Books in Nashville.
Nashville Brick Expo and Convention
Nashville Brick Expo showcases LEGO creations, building zones, and speakers.
NPL Puppet Truck: “Hansel and Gretel”
NPL Puppet Truck brings "Hansel and Gretel" to Nashville Public Library branches.
“Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors” by Pull-Tight Players
Comedy twist on a classic tale by Pull-Tight Players—perfect for families who love theater.
Home Depot Kids Workshops
Free hands-on kids workshops at Home Depot locations teach basic building and crafting skills.
The Stellars – Misson: Green
Explore environmental science in a planetarium show at Adventure Science Center.
“A Year with Frog and Toad” Opens at NCT
"A Year with Frog and Toad" at Nashville Children's Theatre—a seasonal friendship adventure for young audiences.
Kids Fall Baking Day
Kids Fall Baking Day workshop in Nashville with hands-on seasonal baking.
Ryman Haunted History Tour
Spooky historical tour of the legendary Ryman Auditorium.
Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
Try real instruments hands-on at the Country Music Hall of Fame's Musical Instrument Petting Zoo.
Bravo Creative Arts Center Presents Willy Wonka Musical
Bravo Creative Arts Center brings the magical Willy Wonka Musical to life.
FEAR FEST! Coraline (2009)
Screening of the beloved stop-motion film *Coraline* at The Franklin Theatre.
FEAR FEST! Hocus Pocus (1993)
Hocus Pocus classic screening at Franklin Theatre—Halloween fun for families.
Pablo Cruise
Classic rock band Pablo Cruise performs at The Franklin Theatre.
Little Sliders Club at Slick City
Toddlers and preschoolers slide into action at Slick City's Sunday morning club.
Pink Floyd Laser Show: The Dark Side of the Moon
Immersive laser light show set to Pink Floyd's classic album at Nashville's TPAC.
Kids Yoga
Kids yoga class introducing movement and mindfulness in a welcoming studio setting.
Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon
Planetarium show featuring Pink Floyd's iconic album at Adventure Science Center.
Nightwatch
Evening planetarium show exploring the night sky and celestial wonders.
Fall Break Campology: MATH-terminds
Fall break math camp with LEGO engineering and real-world problem-solving at Discovery Center.
Fall into Science!
Fall break science camp with hands-on experiments at Adventure Science Center.
FEAR FEST! Frankenstein (1931)
Classic monster film: Frankenstein (1931) at The Franklin Theatre's FEAR FEST.
FEAR FEST! Young Frankenstein (1974)
Classic monster-movie marathon: Young Frankenstein (1974) at The Franklin Theatre.
Storytime with Fairview Fire Department
Storytime with local firefighters—books, fun, and meet brave first responders.
“Top Gun: Maverick” In Concert
Film score concert featuring Top Gun: Maverick at Nashville's Schermerhorn Symphony Center.
Bingo at The Factory
Classic bingo game night at The Factory—fun for families and all ages.
Free Wednesday at NMAAM
Free admission to the National Museum of African American Music on the first Wednesday of each month.
Studio Tenn: The Addams Family
Studio Tenn's darkly funny take on the beloved creepy Addams Family.
A Close Encounter with the Music of John Williams
Symphony celebrates the beloved film scores of John Williams—Star Wars, Jaws & more.
Storytime at Fairview Library
Story time at Fairview Library's Williamson County branch.
Studio Tenn presents: The Addams Family
Studio Tenn's spooky musical adaptation of The Addams Family at Turner Theater.
STEAM Festival 2026
Statewide celebration of STEAM learning with hands-on exhibits and activities for all ages.
Nashville Celebrity Comicon
Fan convention celebrating movies, TV, comics, and pop culture at The Fairgrounds.
Timeless Tales Children’s Read Aloud
Adults read classic children's tales aloud to young audiences at The Franklin Theatre.
Fam Jam at Country Music Hall of Fame
Monthly music & movement session for babies and toddlers at the Country Music Hall of Fame.
ELO Laser Show
ELO laser show at TPAC—synchronized light spectacle to classic Electric Light Orchestra hits.
Spooky Science & Glow Slime with Mr. Bond’s Science Guys
Hands-on spooky science and glow slime workshop at Nashville Public Library East Branch.
Embellished Instruments
Design and decorate your own paper instrument at Country Music Hall of Fame.
Spamilton: An American Parody Musical
Hilarious parody musical that riffs on Hamilton—clever fun for teens and families who love comedy.
Resurrection: A Journey Tribute
A Journey tribute concert—great for fans of classic rock and live music.
FEAR FEST! Hotel Transylvania (2012)
Family-friendly screening of Hotel Transylvania at The Franklin Theatre.
Deborah Allen & Friends Sunday Gospel Matinee ft. John Berry, Chloe Agnew, and Jesse & Noah Bellamy
All-ages gospel matinee with Deborah Allen & Friends at The Franklin Theatre.
SPARK! Windy Wonders
Hands-on STEM workshop exploring wind and weather at Discovery Center.
Oddity Improv
Local improv comedy troupe—funny, unpredictable shows perfect for teen audiences.
Homeschool Learning Pods: Watershed & Water Quality
Hands-on watershed science lab at Discovery Center—homeschool learners explore water quality with museum time included.
All Access Night: Monsters in the Museum
Explore a monster-themed after-hours experience at Discovery Center—part of their All Access inclusive programming.
One Hit Wonderful!
Family-friendly show at Williamson County Performing Arts Center.
FEAR FEST! Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005)
Family-friendly Wallace & Gromit film at The Franklin Theatre.
Creature Connection: Tarantula Web Making
Hands-on STEM activity exploring how tarantulas create their webs.
Brunch @ Etch
Family-friendly brunch at etch restaurant in Franklin.
SPARK! The Great Pumpkin Investigation
Hands-on investigation into pumpkins and autumn science at Discovery Center.
Homeschool Learning Pods: Anatomy Dissection Labs – Frog
Hands-on anatomy dissection lab where kids explore frog anatomy at Discovery Center.
Creature Connection: Tortoise Egg Planters
Plant seeds in tortoise egg planters while learning about reptiles.
All Access Night: Fall on the Farm
Sensory-friendlyAll-access sensory-friendly evening celebrating fall at Murfreesboro's Discovery Center.
Kitchen Chemistry
Hands-on science camp exploring chemistry concepts at Adventure Science Center.
Thanksgiving Break Campology: Operation: Ocean
Marine science day camp with water sampling, turtle encounters & ecosystem exploration.
Professor Brian Cox Tickets! Ryman in Nashville 11/25/26
Professor Brian Cox at Ryman—engaging science communicator and physicist in concert.
Homeschool Learning Pods: Anatomy Dissection Labs – Squid
Hands-on squid dissection lab plus museum time for homeschoolers.
Holiday Open House
Holiday celebration at Discovery Center at Murfree Spring.
All Access Night: Holiday Party
All Access members invited to an exclusive holiday party at Discovery Center.
Creature Connection: Degrees of Pemberton
Creature Connection program exploring animal adaptations and behavior.
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