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Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo

Get the kids outside. Here are the outdoor family events happening around Toledo right now.

32 events
Discovery Center Creekkeepers
Thu, Nov 12 +10 dates

Discovery Center Creekkeepers

Free after-school creek science program exploring streams & wildlife.

4:30 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
11–14 yrsOutdoor
Farm Market Friday at the Davis General
Fri, Nov 13

Farm Market Friday at the Davis General

Weekly farm market at a local general store—fresh produce and family-friendly shopping.

11:00 AM The Davis General, Franklin
0–18 yrsOutdoor
The Hideaway at Hieber Farms’ Christmas
Fri, Nov 13 +1 dates

The Hideaway at Hieber Farms’ Christmas

Christmas-themed activities & experiences at Hieber Farms in Gallatin.

4:00 PM The Hideaway Nashville at Hieber Farms, Gallatin
$40+0–18 yrsOutdoor
City Farmhouse Pop-Up Fair
Fri, Nov 13

City Farmhouse Pop-Up Fair

Antique and vintage pop-up market at Bicentennial Park in Franklin.

9:00 AM BICENTENNIAL PARK, Franklin
$15–$250–18 yrsOutdoor
Fall Harvest Hayride in Murfreesboro
Fri, Nov 13

Fall Harvest Hayride in Murfreesboro

Old-fashioned hayride through fall scenery in Murfreesboro with seasonal fun.

6:00 PM General Bragg Trailhead, Murfreesboro
$5–$200–18 yrsOutdoor
Glow Wild at Nashville Zoo
Fri, Nov 13 +1 dates

Glow Wild at Nashville Zoo

Twinkling lights and glowing animals transform Nashville Zoo into a magical nighttime experience.

5:00 PM Nashville Zoo, Nashville
$2–$270–18 yrsOutdoor
Rutherford County Veterans Day Parade
Sat, Nov 14

Rutherford County Veterans Day Parade

Rutherford County celebrates Veterans Day with a community parade.

10:00 AM
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Nolensville Farmers Market
Sat, Nov 14

Nolensville Farmers Market

Free farmers market with local produce, crafts, and community vibes.

9:00 AM Nolensville Farmers Market, Nolensville
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
BSAS Public Star Party
Sat, Nov 14

BSAS Public Star Party

Free stargazing party at Bells Bend Park hosted by local astronomy enthusiasts.

6:00 PM Bells Bend Park, Nashville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Baby Goat Cuddling
Sat, Nov 14

Baby Goat Cuddling

Cuddle baby goats at Noble Springs Dairy in Franklin.

10:00 AM Noble Springs Dairy, Franklin
$12+0–12 yrsOutdoor
Factory Farmers Market
Sat, Nov 14 +4 dates

Factory Farmers Market

Free farmers market with vendors and live music at Water Tower Plaza.

9:00 AM Water Tower Plaza, Franklin
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
Kidsville at The Parthenon
Sat, Nov 14

Kidsville at The Parthenon

Story time and art-making at Nashville's iconic Parthenon — free family fun.

10:30 AM Centennial Park, Nashville
3–8 yrsOutdoor
Factory Farmers Market at The Factory at Franklin
Sat, Nov 14

Factory Farmers Market at The Factory at Franklin

Free farmers market at The Factory at Franklin; shop local produce & crafts.

9:00 AM THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, Franklin
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
Franklin Makers Market – Holiday Market 2026
Sat, Nov 14

Franklin Makers Market – Holiday Market 2026

Holiday shopping with handmade crafts and treats at The Lake at Westhaven.

11:00 AM The Lake at Westhaven, Franklin
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Fall Color Hikes
Sat, Nov 14

Fall Color Hikes

Guided nature hikes at Owl's Hill to enjoy fall foliage and scenery.

9:30 AM Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, Brentwood
$15+0–18 yrsOutdoor
Franklin Flea Market 2026
Sat, Nov 14

Franklin Flea Market 2026

Free flea market at the Williamson County Ag Expo Park—browse vintage finds.

9:00 AM Williamson County Agricultural EXPO Park, Franklin
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
Tennessee Titans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
Sun, Nov 15

Tennessee Titans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

Cheer on the Tennessee Titans against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.

12:00 PM Nissan Stadium, Nashville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
SPARK! Run, Turkey, Run
Mon, Nov 16

SPARK! Run, Turkey, Run

Festive running activity at Discovery Center—register online as spaces are limited.

9:00 AM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
3–10 yrsOutdoor
Campfire Story Time
Tue, Nov 17 +7 dates

Campfire Story Time

Immersive outdoor story time in Discovery Center's Great Outdoors exhibit.

2:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
0–12 yrsOutdoor
Turkey Trails-Nashville
Sat, Nov 21

Turkey Trails-Nashville

Outdoor walk-and-run adventure celebrating Thanksgiving in Nashville at Veterans Park.

8:00 AM Veterans Park, Hendersonville
$26+2–18 yrsOutdoor
SPARK! Late Fall Garden Day: Tulip Garden
Mon, Nov 30

SPARK! Late Fall Garden Day: Tulip Garden

Late fall garden activity planting tulips at Discovery Center; advance registration recommended.

9:00 AM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
4–12 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
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
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
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
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
Pittsburgh Steelers at Tennessee Titans
Sun, Jan 3

Pittsburgh Steelers at Tennessee Titans

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

1:00 PM Nissan Stadium, Nashville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
BioBlitz Community Event
Sat, Feb 20

BioBlitz Community Event

BioBlitz exploration with naturalists at Discovery Center—all ages welcome.

9:00 AM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Secret Garden Tour
Sat, Jun 5

Secret Garden Tour

Explore Murfreesboro's most beautiful private gardens on a guided tour June 5–6.

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Blacklight Run Nashville — FREE Registration for a Nighttime Glow 5K Party (Jun 26, 2027)
Sat, Jun 26

Blacklight Run Nashville — FREE Registration for a Nighttime Glow 5K Party (Jun 26, 2027)

Free glow-in-the-dark 5K fun run at Music City Raceway in Goodlettsville.

8:25 PM Music City Raceway, Goodlettsville
Free8–18 yrsOutdoor

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