Things to do

Things to do with kids in Toledo (ages 5–9)

These Toledo events hit the sweet spot for school-age kids (roughly ages 5–9).

233 events
Happy Hour @ Mojos
Mon, Sep 28 +21 dates

Happy Hour @ Mojos

Happy Hour @ Mojos at Mojos Tacos

3:00 PM Mojos Tacos, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Nightwatch
Mon, Sep 28 +6 dates

Nightwatch

Nightwatch

12:15 PM
0–18 yrs
SPARK! Beaks, Wings, and Nesting Things
Mon, Sep 28

SPARK! Beaks, Wings, and Nesting Things

Hands-on SPARK! activity about birds, wings & nesting at Discovery Center.

9:00 AM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsIndoor
Pizza & Pours at 1799 Kitchen and Bar Room
Mon, Sep 28 +2 dates

Pizza & Pours at 1799 Kitchen and Bar Room

Pizza & Pours at 1799 Kitchen and Bar Room at 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room

3:00 PM 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Explore
Mon, Sep 28 +6 dates

Explore

Explore

2:15 PM
0–18 yrs
Open Play Mahjong at Fork of the South
Mon, Sep 28 +19 dates

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
0–18 yrs
To Worlds Beyond
Mon, Sep 28

To Worlds Beyond

To Worlds Beyond

1:15 PM
0–18 yrs
Monday Storytimes at Nashville Public Library
Mon, Sep 28

Monday Storytimes at Nashville Public Library

Weekly library storytimes at multiple Nashville branches for babies and toddlers every Monday.

10:30 AM Various Nashville Public Library Branches, Nashville
0–10 yrsIndoor
STEM Storytime
Mon, Sep 28 +34 dates

STEM Storytime

Story time with a science twist at Adventure Science Center.

9:30 AM
2–8 yrsIndoor
Closed Mondays
Mon, Sep 28 +12 dates

Closed Mondays

Closed Mondays at Discovery Center at Murfree Spring

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
0–18 yrs
Happy Hour @ White Alligator
Mon, Sep 28 +20 dates

Happy Hour @ White Alligator

Happy Hour @ White Alligator

2:00 PM
0–18 yrs
Happy Hour @ The Skylight Bar
Mon, Sep 28 +20 dates

Happy Hour @ The Skylight Bar

Happy Hour @ The Skylight Bar at Grand Hall

12:00 PM Grand Hall
0–18 yrs
Weekly Adult Dance Classes
Mon, Sep 28 +8 dates

Weekly Adult Dance Classes

Weekly Adult Dance Classes at Fellowship School of Creative Arts

7:30 PM Fellowship School of Creative Arts, Brentwood
$20–$1800–18 yrs
Mahjong Guided Play at The Sapphire Suite
Mon, Sep 28

Mahjong Guided Play at The Sapphire Suite

Mahjong Guided Play at The Sapphire Suite in Franklin

5:30 PM The Sapphire Suite, Franklin
$30+8–18 yrs
Craft Continuum
Mon, Sep 28 +3 dates

Craft Continuum

Hands-on craft activity at Williamson County Archives and Museum.

8:30 AM Williamson County Archives and Museum, Franklin
5–12 yrsIndoor
All Men Are Created Equal Tour
Mon, Sep 28 +5 dates

All Men Are Created Equal Tour

All Men Are Created Equal Tour at Rippa Villa in Spring Hill

9:00 AM Rippa Villa, Spring Hill
0–18 yrs
Early Explorers STEM Storytime
Mon, Sep 28 +1 dates

Early Explorers STEM Storytime

Hands-on science storytelling combines learning & imagination at Adventure Science Center.

9:30 AM Adventure Science Center, Nashville
$14–$182–7 yrsIndoor
Nashville Film Festival
Mon, Sep 28 +2 dates

Nashville Film Festival

One of America's longest-running film festivals brings curated screenings to Middle Tennessee theaters.

10:00 AM The Mall at Green Hills, Nashville
Regular Price Individual Tickets will be available for purchase soon.5–18 yrsIndoor
Puppet Storytime at the Smyrna Library
Mon, Sep 28 +1 dates

Puppet Storytime at the Smyrna Library

Puppet-filled storytime at Smyrna Public Library.

10:00 AM Smyrna Public Library, Smyrna
2–6 yrsIndoor
Happy Hour @ Edley’s
Tue, Sep 29 +4 dates

Happy Hour @ Edley’s

Happy Hour @ Edley’s

2:00 PM
0–18 yrs
Sips & Stories Happy Hour Tour
Tue, Sep 29 +3 dates

Sips & Stories Happy Hour Tour

Sips & Stories Happy Hour Tour at The Skylight Bar

5:30 PM The Skylight Bar, Franklin
$30+0–18 yrs
Trivia Night at McCreary’s Franklin!
Tue, Sep 29 +3 dates

Trivia Night at McCreary’s Franklin!

Trivia Night at McCreary’s Franklin! at McCreary’s Irish Pub and Eatery

7:00 PM McCreary’s Irish Pub and Eatery, Franklin
8–18 yrs
Redbird Common
Tue, Sep 29

Redbird Common

Redbird Common at WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK

7:30 PM WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, Franklin
8–18 yrs
Team Trivia at M.L.Rose Franklin
Tue, Sep 29 +2 dates

Team Trivia at M.L.Rose Franklin

Team Trivia at M.L.Rose Franklin at M.L.Rose Craft Beer & Burgers – Franklin

7:30 PM M.L.Rose Craft Beer & Burgers – Franklin, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Music on the Green at Meridian Cool Springs
Tue, Sep 29

Music on the Green at Meridian Cool Springs

Free outdoor concert series in a greenspace—family-friendly music at Meridian Cool Springs.

5:30 PM Meridian Cool Springs – Greenspace, Franklin
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Happy Hour @ Saffire
Tue, Sep 29 +20 dates

Happy Hour @ Saffire

Happy Hour @ Saffire at Saffire Restaurant

3:00 PM Saffire Restaurant, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Staind: Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour
Tue, Sep 29

Staind: Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour

Rock band Staind performs their landmark 1998 album live at FirstBank Amphitheater.

6:00 PM FirstBank Amphitheater, Franklin
8–18 yrsOutdoor
Happy Hour @ etch
Tue, Sep 29 +25 dates

Happy Hour @ etch

Happy Hour @ etch in Franklin

2:00 PM etch, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Cheekwood Harvest
Tue, Sep 29 +11 dates

Cheekwood Harvest

Explore pumpkin houses & scarecrow trails at Cheekwood's fall celebration with treats for all ages.

9:00 AM Cheekwood, Nashville
$2–$290–18 yrsOutdoor
Campfire Story Time
Tue, Sep 29 +21 dates

Campfire Story Time

Campfire storytelling in a natural setting—immersive tales at Discovery Center at Murfree Spring.

2:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
2–12 yrsOutdoor
Toddler Tuesday at Sam Davis Home
Tue, Sep 29

Toddler Tuesday at Sam Davis Home

Toddler-friendly activities and exploration at historic Sam Davis Home.

10:00 AM Sam Davis Home, Smyrna
0–5 yrs
Guided Play Tuesday Mahjong At Fork Of The South
Tue, Sep 29

Guided Play Tuesday Mahjong At Fork Of The South

Guided Play Tuesday Mahjong At Fork Of The South at The Southern Tea Room

5:00 PM The Southern Tea Room, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Climbing Club at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center
Tue, Sep 29

Climbing Club at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center

Indoor rock climbing for kids at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center.

4:00 PM Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center, Smyrna
$2+5–18 yrsIndoor
Sips and Stories Happy Hour Tour At The Factory
Tue, Sep 29 +2 dates

Sips and Stories Happy Hour Tour At The Factory

Sips and Stories Happy Hour Tour At The Factory at THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN

5:30 PM THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, Franklin
$15–$300–18 yrs
Tasty Tuesday
Tue, Sep 29 +80 dates

Tasty Tuesday

Make mini fruit pizzas at Discovery Center's Tasty Tuesday workshop.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
3–10 yrsIndoor
Storytimes at the Brentwood Library
Tue, Sep 29 +2 dates

Storytimes at the Brentwood Library

Regular storytimes for young children at Brentwood Library.

10:00 AM Brentwood Library, Brentwood
0–10 yrsIndoor
Tuesday Storytimes at Nashville Public Library
Tue, Sep 29

Tuesday Storytimes at Nashville Public Library

Weekly storytimes across Nashville Public Library branches.

10:30 AM Various Nashville Public Library Branches, Nashville
0–5 yrsIndoor
Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar
Tue, Sep 29 +2 dates

Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar

Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar in Franklin

7:00 PM The Skylight Bar, Franklin
0–18 yrs
All-Ages Storytime at Linebaugh
Tue, Sep 29 +1 dates

All-Ages Storytime at Linebaugh

Stories for the whole family at Linebaugh Public Library.

10:00 AM Linebaugh Public Library, Murfreesboro
0–10 yrsIndoor
Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime
Tue, Sep 29 +1 dates

Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime

Puppet magic brings stories alive at Nashville Public Library's free, interactive storytime.

9:30 AM Nashville Public Library, Nashville
0–5 yrsIndoor
Fall Harvest Festival at Lucky Ladd Farms
Wed, Sep 30 +8 dates

Fall Harvest Festival at Lucky Ladd Farms

Pumpkin patch, corn maze, and fall activities at Lucky Ladd Farms through Oct. 31.

10:00 AM Lucky Ladd Farms, Eagleville
$2–$180–18 yrsOutdoor
Wednesday Storytimes at Nashville Public Library
Wed, Sep 30

Wednesday Storytimes at Nashville Public Library

Free story sessions every Wednesday across Nashville Public Library branches.

10:30 AM Various Nashville Public Library Branches, Nashville
0–8 yrsIndoor
Archery for Beginners at the Wilderness Station
Wed, Sep 30

Archery for Beginners at the Wilderness Station

Learn archery basics with an instructor at the Wilderness Station.

3:30 PM The Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park, Murfreesboro
$10+5–18 yrsOutdoor
Wild Wednesday at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center
Wed, Sep 30

Wild Wednesday at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center

Outdoor nature and adventure classes at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center.

4:30 PM Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center, Smyrna
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Westhaven Farmers Market
Wed, Sep 30 +3 dates

Westhaven Farmers Market

Free weekly farmers market with fresh local produce and vendors.

4:00 PM Paddle Dog, Franklin
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
Saffire: Wine Down Wednesday
Wed, Sep 30 +3 dates

Saffire: Wine Down Wednesday

Saffire: Wine Down Wednesday at Saffire Restaurant

11:00 AM Saffire Restaurant, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Two Hands: Wine Down Wednesday
Wed, Sep 30 +2 dates

Two Hands: Wine Down Wednesday

Two Hands: Wine Down Wednesday

8:00 AM
0–18 yrs
Storytime at the Spring Hill Public Library
Wed, Sep 30 +3 dates

Storytime at the Spring Hill Public Library

Interactive stories, songs & movement for young listeners at Spring Hill Public Library.

10:00 AM Spring Hill Public Library, Spring Hill
0–5 yrsIndoor
CartDate Launch Party
Wed, Sep 30

CartDate Launch Party

CartDate Launch Party at Liberty Hall

7:00 PM Liberty Hall, Franklin
0–18 yrs
“A Year with Frog and Toad” Opens at NCT
Wed, Sep 30 +4 dates

“A Year with Frog and Toad” Opens at NCT

“A Year with Frog and Toad” Opens at NCT at Nashville Children’s Theatre

2:00 PM Nashville Children’s Theatre, Nashville
$29–$395–12 yrs
Turtle Talk
Wed, Sep 30 +113 dates

Turtle Talk

Weekly children's program celebrating turtles at Discovery Center.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsIndoor
Bingo at The Factory
Wed, Sep 30 +2 dates

Bingo at The Factory

Bingo at The Factory at THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN

6:00 PM THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, Franklin
4–18 yrs
Wine Down Wednesday at Two Hands
Wed, Sep 30 +2 dates

Wine Down Wednesday at Two Hands

Wine Down Wednesday at Two Hands in Franklin

8:00 AM Two Hands, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Whiskey Wednesdays at 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room
Wed, Sep 30 +3 dates

Whiskey Wednesdays at 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room

Whiskey Wednesdays at 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room in Franklin

3:00 PM 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Fall Harvest Festival: Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze
Wed, Sep 30 +1 dates

Fall Harvest Festival: Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze

Fall fun at Lucky Ladd Farms with pumpkin patch and corn maze adventures.

10:00 AM Lucky Ladd Farms, Eagleville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Nashville Predators Hockey
Thu, Oct 1 +1 dates

Nashville Predators Hockey

Watch the Nashville Predators play at Bridgestone Arena with family fang fingers.

7:00 PM Bridgestone Arena, Nashville
$54–$4000–18 yrsIndoor
Blend Your Own Bourbon At Stable Reserve
Thu, Oct 1 +7 dates

Blend Your Own Bourbon At Stable Reserve

Blend Your Own Bourbon At Stable Reserve in Franklin

12:00 PM Stable Reserve, Franklin
$160+0–18 yrs
Trivia Night at Mill Creek Brewing Company
Thu, Oct 1 +1 dates

Trivia Night at Mill Creek Brewing Company

Trivia Night at Mill Creek Brewing Company at Mill Creek Brewing Co.

6:30 PM Mill Creek Brewing Co., Nolensville
8–18 yrs
Ghost Tours at The Hermitage
Thu, Oct 1 +6 dates

Ghost Tours at The Hermitage

Spooky ghost tours at Andrew Jackson's historic estate this Halloween season.

6:30 PM Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, Nashville
8–18 yrsOutdoor
Discovery Design Time
Thu, Oct 1 +8 dates

Discovery Design Time

Creative hands-on design and building activities at Discovery Center.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsIndoor
Storytime at Fairview Library
Thu, Oct 1 +1 dates

Storytime at Fairview Library

Storytime at Fairview Library at Fairview Branch of the Williamson County Public Library

11:00 AM Fairview Branch of the Williamson County Public Library, Fairview
0–8 yrs
Nashville Oktoberfest
Thu, Oct 1 +3 dates

Nashville Oktoberfest

German food, beer garden, kids' zone, contests & a dachshund derby at Nashville Oktoberfest.

5:00 PM Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, Nashville
$4–$100–18 yrsOutdoor
The Great Pumpkin Festival featuring Monsters in the Museum
Thu, Oct 1

The Great Pumpkin Festival featuring Monsters in the Museum

Spooky family celebration with costumes, face painting, games & crafts.

5:30 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
4–12 yrsIndoor
Homeschool Learning Pods: Anatomy Dissection Labs – Sea Urchin
Thu, Oct 1

Homeschool Learning Pods: Anatomy Dissection Labs – Sea Urchin

Hands-on anatomy dissection lab (sea urchin) for curious homeschoolers.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
8–18 yrsIndoor
Pre-K Storytime at Franklin Library
Thu, Oct 1 +1 dates

Pre-K Storytime at Franklin Library

Pre-K storytime building early literacy at Franklin Library.

9:30 AM Williamson County Public Library, Franklin
3–5 yrsIndoor
“Mother Goose” at Nashville Children’s Theatre
Thu, Oct 1 +6 dates

“Mother Goose” at Nashville Children’s Theatre

Classic nursery rhymes come alive at Nashville Children's Theatre.

10:30 AM Nashville Children’s Theatre, Nashville
$16+1–5 yrsIndoor
Tinker TEC
Thu, Oct 1

Tinker TEC

Tinker TEC at Technology Engagement Center

3:30 PM Technology Engagement Center, Murfreesboro
4–14 yrs
TOTS! at Cheekwood
Thu, Oct 1 +1 dates

TOTS! at Cheekwood

Drop-in hands-on activities and storytimes for toddlers at Cheekwood estate.

10:00 AM Cheekwood, Nashville
Included with General Admission or Membership0–5 yrsOutdoor
Incoming!
Thu, Oct 1 +6 dates

Incoming!

Planetarium show at Adventure Science Center.

2:15 PM
5–18 yrsIndoor
Super Gross Science at Smyrna Library
Thu, Oct 1

Super Gross Science at Smyrna Library

Messy, hilarious science experiments at the library—kids love gross!

3:15 PM Smyrna Public Library, Smyrna
5–12 yrsIndoor
Preschool Storytime at Nolensville Library
Thu, Oct 1 +1 dates

Preschool Storytime at Nolensville Library

Preschool-focused story time at Nolensville Library.

10:30 AM Nolensville Library, Nolensville
0–5 yrsIndoor
Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors
Fri, Oct 2

Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors

"Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors" at Pull-Tight Players Theatre—family-friendly comedic take on the classic.

7:30 PM Pull-Tight Players Theatre, Franklin
$20–$245–18 yrsIndoor
Farm Market Friday at the Davis General
Fri, Oct 2 +2 dates

Farm Market Friday at the Davis General

Weekly farmers market at the Davis General in Franklin—fresh local goods and community vibes.

11:00 AM The Davis General, Franklin
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “A Very Magical Halloween Storytime”
Fri, Oct 2 +6 dates

Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “A Very Magical Halloween Storytime”

Halloween-themed puppet show storytime bringing spooky tales to life for young kids.

10:30 AM
2–10 yrsIndoor
The Great Pumpkin Festival featuring Monsters in the Museum
Fri, Oct 2 +1 dates

The Great Pumpkin Festival featuring Monsters in the Museum

Pumpkin festival with monsters and Halloween fun at Discovery Center.

5:30 PM Discovery Center, Murfreesboro
$8–$152–12 yrsIndoor
FEAR FEST! The Shining (1980)
Fri, Oct 2

FEAR FEST! The Shining (1980)

FEAR FEST! The Shining (1980) at The Franklin Theatre

7:00 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
0–18 yrs
The Drive-in Laser Light Show -Franklin / Nashville
Fri, Oct 2

The Drive-in Laser Light Show -Franklin / Nashville

Drive-in laser light show at the Williamson County Expo Park—a unique nighttime spectacle.

5:00 PM Williamson County Agricultural EXPO Park, Franklin
5–18 yrsOutdoor
First Fridays at the Tennessee Agricultural Museum
Fri, Oct 2

First Fridays at the Tennessee Agricultural Museum

First Friday family fun at the Tennessee Agricultural Museum exploring farm life and heritage.

10:00 AM Tennessee Agricultural Museum, Nashville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Drive-in Laser Light Show in Franklin
Fri, Oct 2 +1 dates

Drive-in Laser Light Show in Franklin

Drive-in laser light show at Williamson County Ag Expo Park—festive fall fun for the whole family.

8:00 AM Williamson County Ag Expo Park, Franklin
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Haunted History Tours at Sam Davis Home
Fri, Oct 2 +1 dates

Haunted History Tours at Sam Davis Home

Ghost-story-themed tour of a historic Tennessee home with spooky tales for kids.

6:00 PM Sam Davis Home, Smyrna
$30+8–18 yrsOutdoor
First Friday Franklin Art Crawl
Fri, Oct 2

First Friday Franklin Art Crawl

Free monthly art crawl through Franklin galleries & studios on the first Friday of each month.

6:00 PM The Factory at Franklin, Franklin
Free0–18 yrsIndoor
Science of Spirits, Brews, & Potions
Fri, Oct 2

Science of Spirits, Brews, & Potions

Science of Spirits, Brews, & Potions at Adventure Science Center

6:30 PM Adventure Science Center, Nashville
$70+0–18 yrs
Experimart
Fri, Oct 2 +2 dates

Experimart

Experimart in Franklin

12:00 PM Experimart, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Nashville Ballet presents “Giselle”
Fri, Oct 2 +2 dates

Nashville Ballet presents “Giselle”

Nashville Ballet's classic production of Giselle at TPAC's James K. Polk Theater.

7:30 PM TPAC – James K. Polk Theater, Nashville
$75+8–18 yrsIndoor
Country Calling Festival Tickets 2026! Ocean City, MD
Fri, Oct 2

Country Calling Festival Tickets 2026! Ocean City, MD

Country Calling Festival with live music & beachside fun in Ocean City, MD.

Ocean City Inlet Beach, Ocean City
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Gallery 202: Fall Artists Reception and Show
Fri, Oct 2

Gallery 202: Fall Artists Reception and Show

Gallery 202: Fall Artists Reception and Show in Franklin

6:00 PM Gallery 202, Franklin
Free0–18 yrs
Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours
Sat, Oct 3 +2 dates

Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours

Tour Lane Motor Museum's vault to see hundreds of rare and unique cars up close.

11:30 AM Lane Motor Museum, Nashville
$3–$655–18 yrsIndoor
Guided Cider Tasting at Morning Glory Orchard
Sat, Oct 3

Guided Cider Tasting at Morning Glory Orchard

Guided Cider Tasting At Morning Glory Orchard in Nolensville

11:00 AM Morning Glory Orchard, Nolensville
0–18 yrs
Nolensville Farmers Market
Sat, Oct 3 +2 dates

Nolensville Farmers Market

Free farmers market in Nolensville with fresh local produce and family-friendly community shopping.

8:00 AM Nolensville Farmers Market, Nolensville
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
Music In The Meadow
Sat, Oct 3

Music In The Meadow

Live music in a natural setting at Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary in Brentwood.

6:00 PM Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, Brentwood
$30+0–18 yrsOutdoor
THE TENNESSEE FOUR feat Thomas Gabriel – The CASH Legacy Continues
Sat, Oct 3

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.

7:00 PM WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, Franklin
$28–$458–18 yrsIndoor
FEAR FEST! SCREAM (1996)
Sat, Oct 3

FEAR FEST! SCREAM (1996)

FEAR FEST! SCREAM (1996) at The Franklin Theatre

8:30 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Late Night Haunted Tour of CHERRY MANOR
Sat, Oct 3 +1 dates

Late Night Haunted Tour of CHERRY MANOR

Late Night Haunted Tour of CHERRY MANOR in Franklin

10:00 PM Cherry Manor, Franklin
0–18 yrs
FEAR FEST! Jennifer’s Body (2009) MIDNIGHT SCREENING!
Sat, Oct 3

FEAR FEST! Jennifer’s Body (2009) MIDNIGHT SCREENING!

FEAR FEST! Jennifer’s Body (2009) MIDNIGHT SCREENING! at The Franklin Theatre

11:59 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Saturday Storytime at Brentwood Library
Sat, Oct 3

Saturday Storytime at Brentwood Library

Weekly Saturday storytime at Brentwood Library for young readers and their families.

10:30 AM Brentwood Library, Brentwood
0–5 yrsIndoor
Sunsets & Cider At Morning Glory Orchard
Sat, Oct 3 +1 dates

Sunsets & Cider At Morning Glory Orchard

Sunsets & Cider At Morning Glory Orchard in Nolensville

5:00 PM Morning Glory Orchard, Nolensville
0–18 yrs
Parnassus Books Storytime
Sat, Oct 3 +1 dates

Parnassus Books Storytime

Storytime celebration for fantasy fans at Parnassus Books in Nashville.

10:30 AM Parnassus Books, Nashville
0–10 yrsIndoor
Nashville Brick Expo and Convention
Sat, Oct 3 +1 dates

Nashville Brick Expo and Convention

Nashville Brick Expo showcases LEGO creations, building zones, and speakers.

10:00 AM The Fairgrounds Nashville, Nashville
$21+4–14 yrsIndoor
NPL Puppet Truck: “Hansel and Gretel”
Sat, Oct 3 +1 dates

NPL Puppet Truck: “Hansel and Gretel”

NPL Puppet Truck brings "Hansel and Gretel" to Nashville Public Library branches.

11:00 AM Various Nashville Public Library Branches, Nashville
2–10 yrsIndoor
Celebrate Nashville Cultural Festival
Sat, Oct 3

Celebrate Nashville Cultural Festival

Celebrate global cultures with performances, food, and kids' activities at Centennial Park.

10:00 AM Centennial Park, Nashville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
“Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors” by Pull-Tight Players
Sat, Oct 3 +4 dates

“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.

7:30 PM Pull-Tight Players Theatre, South Franklin
$18–$226–18 yrsIndoor
Home Depot Kids Workshops
Sat, Oct 3

Home Depot Kids Workshops

Free hands-on kids workshops at Home Depot locations teach basic building and crafting skills.

9:00 AM Various Home Depot Locations
5–12 yrsIndoor
Fall Mile Long Yard Sale Excursion Train
Sat, Oct 3

Fall Mile Long Yard Sale Excursion Train

Ride a scenic excursion train past a mile-long yard sale, hopping off to shop along the route.

9:00 AM Tennessee Central Railway Museum, Nashville
$12–$600–18 yrs
The Stellars – Misson: Green
Sat, Oct 3 +2 dates

The Stellars – Misson: Green

Explore environmental science in a planetarium show at Adventure Science Center.

11:15 AM
5–18 yrsIndoor
Kids Fall Baking Day
Sat, Oct 3

Kids Fall Baking Day

Kids Fall Baking Day workshop in Nashville with hands-on seasonal baking.

9:00 AM Nashville, TN, Nashville
$80+5–12 yrsIndoor
Ryman Haunted History Tour
Sat, Oct 3

Ryman Haunted History Tour

Spooky historical tour of the legendary Ryman Auditorium.

6:00 PM Ryman Auditorium, Nashville
$51+8–18 yrsIndoor
Glow in the Park
Sat, Oct 3 +1 dates

Glow in the Park

Zipline and navigate ropes courses through the glowing treetops after dark.

5:00 PM The Adventure Park at Nashville, Nashville
3–18 yrsOutdoor
Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
Sat, Oct 3

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

Try real instruments hands-on at the Country Music Hall of Fame's Musical Instrument Petting Zoo.

1:00 PM Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Nashville
Free2–18 yrsIndoor
Baby Goat Cuddling
Sat, Oct 3 +1 dates

Baby Goat Cuddling

Cuddle baby goats at Noble Springs Dairy farm in Franklin—tickets from $12.

10:00 AM Noble Springs Dairy, Franklin
$12+0–18 yrsOutdoor
Bravo Creative Arts Center Presents Willy Wonka Musical
Sat, Oct 3

Bravo Creative Arts Center Presents Willy Wonka Musical

Bravo Creative Arts Center brings the magical Willy Wonka Musical to life.

1:00 PM FSD Performing Arts Center (PAC), Franklin
5–18 yrsIndoor
2026 Walk to Defeat ALS Nashville
Sat, Oct 3

2026 Walk to Defeat ALS Nashville

2026 Walk to Defeat ALS Nashville at Nissan Stadium

11:30 AM Nissan Stadium, Nashville
0–18 yrs
Franklin Farmers Market
Sat, Oct 3 +2 dates

Franklin Farmers Market

Free farmers market with local vendors and family-friendly browsing.

8:00 AM Franklin First United Methodist Church, Franklin
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
Factory Farmers Market at The Factory at Franklin
Sat, Oct 3 +2 dates

Factory Farmers Market at The Factory at Franklin

Free farmers market at The Factory at Franklin with local produce, crafts, and family-friendly activities.

9:00 AM THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, Franklin
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
FEAR FEST! Coraline (2009)
Sat, Oct 3

FEAR FEST! Coraline (2009)

Screening of the beloved stop-motion film *Coraline* at The Franklin Theatre.

10:00 AM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
8–18 yrsIndoor
Factory Farmers Market
Sat, Oct 3 +3 dates

Factory Farmers Market

Free outdoor farmers market with local vendors, music, and family vibes.

9:00 AM Water Tower Plaza, Franklin
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
Brunch @ Etch
Sat, Oct 3 +7 dates

Brunch @ Etch

Brunch @ Etch in Franklin

11:00 AM etch, Franklin
0–18 yrs
The Curious Naturalist
Sat, Oct 3

The Curious Naturalist

Nature exploration program at Warner Park Nature Center.

10:00 AM Warner Park Nature Center, Nashville
4–18 yrsOutdoor
The Hog Ball 2026
Sat, Oct 3

The Hog Ball 2026

The Hog Ball 2026 at Eastern Flank Battlefield Park

6:00 PM Eastern Flank Battlefield Park, Franklin
0–18 yrs
FEAR FEST! Hocus Pocus (1993)
Sat, Oct 3 +1 dates

FEAR FEST! Hocus Pocus (1993)

Hocus Pocus classic screening at Franklin Theatre—Halloween fun for families.

5:00 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
6–18 yrsIndoor
Celebree Birthday Fall Festival!
Sat, Oct 3

Celebree Birthday Fall Festival!

Fall festival at Celebree School with family fun for all ages.

10:00 AM Celebree School of Franklin-Cool Springs, Franklin
0–10 yrsOutdoor
Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn
Sun, Oct 4

Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn

Pet and cuddle cows on a self-guided tour of the Gentle Barn animal sanctuary.

10:00 AM The Gentle Barn, Christiana
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Fall for Cheekwood
Sun, Oct 4

Fall for Cheekwood

Fall festival at Nashville's historic Cheekwood estate with music, food, and art.

4:30 PM Cheekwood, Nashville
$20+2–18 yrsOutdoor
Little Sliders Club at Slick City
Sun, Oct 4

Little Sliders Club at Slick City

Toddlers and preschoolers slide into action at Slick City's Sunday morning club.

9:00 AM Opry Mills, Nashville
$15+2–7 yrsIndoor
Pink Floyd Laser Show: The Dark Side of the Moon
Sun, Oct 4

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.

4:30 PM TPAC – James K. Polk Theater, Nashville
$11+8–18 yrsIndoor
Brunch at Grays on Main
Sun, Oct 4 +1 dates

Brunch at Grays on Main

Brunch at Grays on Main at Gray’s on Main

11:00 AM Gray’s on Main, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Kids Eat Free @ Otaku
Sun, Oct 4

Kids Eat Free @ Otaku

Kids Eat Free @ Otaku

5:00 PM
5–12 yrs
FEAR FEST! ParaNorman (2012)
Sun, Oct 4

FEAR FEST! ParaNorman (2012)

FEAR FEST! ParaNorman (2012) at The Franklin Theatre

10:00 AM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
6–18 yrs
Kids Yoga
Sun, Oct 4

Kids Yoga

Kids yoga class introducing movement and mindfulness in a welcoming studio setting.

1:00 PM Ground Floor Yoga & Wellbeing, Franklin
4–10 yrsIndoor
Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon
Sun, Oct 4

Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon

Planetarium show featuring Pink Floyd's iconic album at Adventure Science Center.

4:30 PM
8–18 yrsIndoor
Fall Break Campology: MATH-terminds
Mon, Oct 5

Fall Break Campology: MATH-terminds

Fall break math camp with LEGO engineering and real-world problem-solving at Discovery Center.

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
7–12 yrsIndoor
Fall Festivities in Smyrna
Mon, Oct 5

Fall Festivities in Smyrna

Seasonal fall celebration with activities at a natural area in Smyrna.

11:00 AM Sharp Springs Natural Area, Smyrna
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Fall into Science!
Mon, Oct 5 +1 dates

Fall into Science!

Fall break science camp with hands-on experiments at Adventure Science Center.

9:00 AM Adventure Science Center, Nashville
5–12 yrsIndoor
FEAR FEST! Frankenstein (1931)
Mon, Oct 5

FEAR FEST! Frankenstein (1931)

Classic monster film: Frankenstein (1931) at The Franklin Theatre's FEAR FEST.

3:00 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
8–18 yrsIndoor
Toddler Storytime at Nolensville Library
Tue, Oct 6

Toddler Storytime at Nolensville Library

Stories, songs, and movement for the littlest listeners at Nolensville Library.

10:30 AM Nolensville Branch Library, Nolensville
0–5 yrsIndoor
8th Annual Morning Pointe Foundation Seniors Got Talent Franklin TN
Tue, Oct 6

8th Annual Morning Pointe Foundation Seniors Got Talent Franklin TN

8th Annual Morning Pointe Foundation Seniors Got Talent Franklin TN at The Franklin Theatre

6:30 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Trivia Tuesday
Tue, Oct 6

Trivia Tuesday

Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar

7:00 PM The Skylight Bar, Franklin
Free0–18 yrs
Storytime with Fairview Fire Department
Tue, Oct 6

Storytime with Fairview Fire Department

Storytime with local firefighters—books, fun, and meet brave first responders.

10:00 AM Fairview Library, Fairview
0–8 yrsIndoor
Ghostly Glow Bash at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center
Tue, Oct 6

Ghostly Glow Bash at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center

Glowing Halloween bash with family-friendly fun at an outdoor adventure center.

11:00 AM Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center, Smyrna
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Fall Family Field Trips at Morning Glory Orchard
Wed, Oct 7 +1 dates

Fall Family Field Trips at Morning Glory Orchard

Family-friendly fall outings at an orchard with seasonal activities.

9:00 AM Morning Glory Orchard, Nolensville
$15+0–18 yrsOutdoor
“Top Gun: Maverick” In Concert
Wed, Oct 7

“Top Gun: Maverick” In Concert

Film score concert featuring Top Gun: Maverick at Nashville's Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

7:30 PM Schermerhorn Symphony Center, Nashville
$48+5–18 yrsIndoor
Pumpkin Patch Creations at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center
Wed, Oct 7

Pumpkin Patch Creations at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center

Seasonal craft fun celebrating a castle exhibit opening with pumpkin activities at an outdoor center.

11:00 AM Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center, Smyrna
$2–$552–18 yrsOutdoor
Saffire: Wine Down Wednesday
Wed, Oct 7

Saffire: Wine Down Wednesday

Saffire: Wine Down Wednesday

0–18 yrs
Pajama Storytime at Smyrna Library
Wed, Oct 7

Pajama Storytime at Smyrna Library

Come in pajamas for a cozy storytime session at Smyrna Public Library.

6:00 PM Smyrna Public Library, Smyrna
2–5 yrsIndoor
Franklin’s Factory: Molding the 20th Century Walking Tour
Wed, Oct 7

Franklin’s Factory: Molding the 20th Century Walking Tour

Guided walking tour exploring Franklin's industrial history and architectural heritage.

11:00 AM THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, Franklin
8–18 yrsOutdoor
The Round @ Harbor + Union
Wed, Oct 7

The Round @ Harbor + Union

The Round @ Harbor + Union in Franklin

8:00 AM Harbor + Union, Franklin
Free0–18 yrs
Yoga in The Barn
Wed, Oct 7

Yoga in The Barn

Yoga in The Barn at Young Harvest Farm

6:30 PM Young Harvest Farm, Arrington
$15+0–18 yrs
Franklin’s Factory: A Historic Walking Tour
Wed, Oct 7 +6 dates

Franklin’s Factory: A Historic Walking Tour

Historic walking tour of Franklin's downtown area starting at Liberty Hall.

11:00 AM Liberty Hall, Franklin
$12+8–18 yrs
Cheekwood Harvest V
Wed, Oct 7

Cheekwood Harvest V

Cheekwood Harvest Festival in Nashville—seasonal celebration with activities for all ages.

Nashville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Free Wednesday at NMAAM
Wed, Oct 7

Free Wednesday at NMAAM

Free admission to the National Museum of African American Music on the first Wednesday of each month.

10:00 AM National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM), Nashville
5–18 yrsIndoor
“John Proctor Is the Villain” by Nashville Repertory Theatre
Thu, Oct 8

“John Proctor Is the Villain” by Nashville Repertory Theatre

“John Proctor Is the Villain” by Nashville Repertory Theatre at TPAC’s Johnson Theater

7:30 PM TPAC’s Johnson Theater, Nashville
$46+0–18 yrs
Creature Connection: Chinchilla Foraging
Thu, Oct 8

Creature Connection: Chinchilla Foraging

Learn how chinchillas forage in nature at this hands-on Discovery Center program.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsOutdoor
Studio Tenn: The Addams Family
Thu, Oct 8 +1 dates

Studio Tenn: The Addams Family

Studio Tenn's darkly funny take on the beloved creepy Addams Family.

7:00 PM Turner Theater, Franklin
6–18 yrsIndoor
National Night Out in La Vergne
Thu, Oct 8

National Night Out in La Vergne

Free National Night Out block party in La Vergne with food and fun.

5:30 PM Veterans Memorial Park, La Vergne
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Nashville Opera presents “Tosca”
Thu, Oct 8

Nashville Opera presents “Tosca”

Nashville Opera presents “Tosca” at TPAC – Andrew Jackson Hall

7:30 PM TPAC – Andrew Jackson Hall, Nashville
$36+0–18 yrs
Studio Tenn presents: The Addams Family
Fri, Oct 9 +11 dates

Studio Tenn presents: The Addams Family

Studio Tenn's spooky musical adaptation of The Addams Family at Turner Theater.

7:00 PM Turner Theater, Franklin
5–18 yrsIndoor
STEAM Festival 2026
Fri, Oct 9

STEAM Festival 2026

Statewide celebration of STEAM learning with hands-on exhibits and activities for all ages.

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
0–18 yrsIndoor
Fridays by the River
Fri, Oct 9

Fridays by the River

Fridays by the River at Shelby Park, Riverview Shelter

3:00 PM Shelby Park, Riverview Shelter, Nashville
0–18 yrs
Embellished Instruments
Fri, Oct 9 +1 dates

Embellished Instruments

Embellished Instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s Taylor Swift Education Center

10:00 AM Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s Taylor Swift Education Center, Nashville
$5–$256–16 yrs
Smyrna Fright Nights
Fri, Oct 9 +1 dates

Smyrna Fright Nights

Spooky outdoor adventure park experience with Halloween thrills and scares for brave kids.

6:00 PM Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center, Smyrna
$5+5–18 yrsOutdoor
A Close Encounter with the Music of John Williams
Fri, Oct 9

A Close Encounter with the Music of John Williams

Symphony tribute to John Williams' cinematic genius — familiar film scores live.

7:30 PM Schermerhorn Symphony Center, Nashville
$61+5–18 yrsIndoor
Fall Tennessee Craft Fair
Fri, Oct 9

Fall Tennessee Craft Fair

Craft fair with hands-on activities for kids at Centennial Park's lower lawn.

10:00 AM Centennial Park, Nashville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Williamson County Home Show
Fri, Oct 9

Williamson County Home Show

Free home and garden expo with displays, vendors, and family activities.

12:00 PM Williamson County Agricultural EXPO Park, Franklin
Free0–18 yrs
Nashville Celebrity Comicon
Fri, Oct 9 +1 dates

Nashville Celebrity Comicon

Fan convention celebrating movies, TV, comics, and pop culture at The Fairgrounds.

1:00 PM The Fairgrounds Nashville, Nashville
$18–$275–18 yrsIndoor
FEAR FEST x First Kiss Friday! Twilight (2008)
Fri, Oct 9

FEAR FEST x First Kiss Friday! Twilight (2008)

FEAR FEST x First Kiss Friday! Twilight (2008) at The Franklin Theatre

7:00 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue
Fri, Oct 9 +1 dates

Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue

Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue at Lynchburg

10:00 AM Lynchburg
0–18 yrs
CaveFest
Fri, Oct 9

CaveFest

Underground cave festival with live music at The Caverns in Pelham.

6:00 PM The Caverns, Pelham
$2–$990–18 yrsOutdoor
Timeless Tales Children’s Read Aloud
Fri, Oct 9

Timeless Tales Children’s Read Aloud

Adults read classic children's tales aloud to young audiences at The Franklin Theatre.

9:00 AM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
3–8 yrsIndoor
Operation Song’s 5th Annual Nashville Benefit
Fri, Oct 9

Operation Song’s 5th Annual Nashville Benefit

Operation Song’s 5th Annual Nashville Benefit at THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN

6:00 PM THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, Franklin
8–18 yrs
Fam Jam at Country Music Hall of Fame
Sat, Oct 10

Fam Jam at Country Music Hall of Fame

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

9:30 AM Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Nashville
Free0–18 yrsIndoor
STEAM-a-Palooza
Sat, Oct 10

STEAM-a-Palooza

Hands-on STEAM booths, live performances, and food trucks at Discovery Center at Murfree Spring.

12:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–18 yrsOutdoor
Grape Stomp Festival in Franklin
Sat, Oct 10

Grape Stomp Festival in Franklin

Franklin's festival celebrating the grape harvest with activities and food.

4:00 PM Bicentennial Park, Franklin
$82+0–18 yrsOutdoor
Goats and Guitars
Sat, Oct 10

Goats and Guitars

Pet baby goats and enjoy live music at a working dairy farm.

5:00 PM Noble Springs Dairy, Franklin
$15+0–18 yrsOutdoor
ELO Laser Show
Sat, Oct 10

ELO Laser Show

ELO laser show at TPAC—synchronized light spectacle to classic Electric Light Orchestra hits.

4:15 PM TPAC – James K. Polk Theater, Nashville
$15+5–18 yrsIndoor
Pumpkin Fun Run
Sat, Oct 10

Pumpkin Fun Run

Pumpkin Fun Run in Murfreesboro—festive autumn running event with a community service twist.

3:00 PM Gateway Island and Reception Center Address, Murfreesboro
Non-perishable food item0–18 yrsOutdoor
Wine Tasting Excursion Train Ride
Sat, Oct 10

Wine Tasting Excursion Train Ride

Wine Tasting Excursion Train Ride at Tennessee Central Railway Museum

9:00 AM Tennessee Central Railway Museum, Nashville
$85–$1600–18 yrs
Spooky Science & Glow Slime with Mr. Bond’s Science Guys
Sat, Oct 10

Spooky Science & Glow Slime with Mr. Bond’s Science Guys

Hands-on spooky science and glow slime workshop at Nashville Public Library East Branch.

10:30 AM Nashville Public Library East Branch, Nashville
4–12 yrsIndoor
Spring Hill’s Pickin’ in the Park
Sat, Oct 10

Spring Hill’s Pickin’ in the Park

Free summer concert series with live music, picnic blankets, and food trucks.

5:30 PM Harvey Park and Sarah Benson Park, Spring Hill
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Hauntings at The Hermitage
Sat, Oct 10

Hauntings at The Hermitage

Spooky theatrical experience at Andrew Jackson's historic Nashville estate.

5:00 PM Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, Nashville
$5–$258–18 yrsOutdoor
Fall Fun Day @ Bowie Nature Park
Sat, Oct 10

Fall Fun Day @ Bowie Nature Park

Free fall-themed activities and nature fun at Bowie Nature Park in Fairview.

10:00 AM Bowie Nature Park, Fairview
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
FEAR FEST! Hotel Transylvania (2012)
Sat, Oct 10

FEAR FEST! Hotel Transylvania (2012)

Family-friendly screening of Hotel Transylvania at The Franklin Theatre.

11:00 AM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
5–18 yrsIndoor
Deer Run’s Riders Rally
Sat, Oct 10

Deer Run’s Riders Rally

Riders Rally fundraiser at Deer Run Camps with horse activities and family fun.

9:00 AM Deer Run Camps & Retreats, Thompson’s Station
Fundraising Event0–18 yrsOutdoor
16th Annual Grape Stomp Festival
Sat, Oct 10

16th Annual Grape Stomp Festival

16th Annual Grape Stomp Festival — harvest celebration with wine, games & family fun.

4:00 PM BICENTENNIAL PARK, Franklin
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Fall Tennessee Craft Fair
Sat, Oct 10

Fall Tennessee Craft Fair

Regional craft fair in Nashville celebrating local artisans.

Nashville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans
Sun, Oct 11

Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans

Houston Texans vs. Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium—pro football action.

1:00 PM Nissan Stadium, Nashville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
The Doobie Brothers: Walk This Road Tour
Sun, Oct 11

The Doobie Brothers: Walk This Road Tour

Classic rock legends The Doobie Brothers live—perfect for families who love '70s and '80s hits.

8:00 PM FirstBank Amphitheater, Franklin
6–18 yrsOutdoor
Second Sundays at The Harpeth
Sun, Oct 11

Second Sundays at The Harpeth

Second Sundays at The Harpeth at The Harpeth Hotel, Franklin Downtown

10:00 AM The Harpeth Hotel, Franklin Downtown, Franklin
Free0–18 yrs
Deborah Allen & Friends Sunday Gospel Matinee ft. John Berry, Chloe Agnew, ​and Jesse & Noah Bellamy
Sun, Oct 11

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.

3:00 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
0–18 yrsIndoor
SPARK! Windy Wonders
Mon, Oct 12

SPARK! Windy Wonders

Hands-on STEM workshop exploring wind and weather at Discovery Center.

9:00 AM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsIndoor
Knee-High Naturalists: Fall 2026
Wed, Oct 14 +1 dates

Knee-High Naturalists: Fall 2026

Nature exploration program for young kids at Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary this fall.

10:00 AM Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, Brentwood
$165+3–8 yrsOutdoor
Homeschool Learning Pods: Watershed & Water Quality
Thu, Oct 15

Homeschool Learning Pods: Watershed & Water Quality

Hands-on watershed science lab at Discovery Center—homeschool learners explore water quality with museum time included.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–14 yrsIndoor
All Access Night: Monsters in the Museum
Thu, Oct 15

All Access Night: Monsters in the Museum

Explore a monster-themed after-hours experience at Discovery Center—part of their All Access inclusive programming.

6:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–18 yrsIndoor
The Songs of Frank Myers: Songs and Strings
Fri, Oct 16

The Songs of Frank Myers: Songs and Strings

The Songs of Frank Myers: Songs and Strings at The Franklin Theatre

7:30 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
0–18 yrs
One Hit Wonderful!
Fri, Oct 16

One Hit Wonderful!

Family-friendly show at Williamson County Performing Arts Center.

7:00 PM WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, Franklin
8–18 yrsIndoor
FEAR FEST! Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005)
Sat, Oct 17

FEAR FEST! Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005)

Family-friendly Wallace & Gromit film at The Franklin Theatre.

11:00 AM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
5–18 yrsIndoor
Alison Brown
Sat, Oct 17

Alison Brown

Alison Brown at The Franklin Theatre

8:00 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Bluebird on the Mountain Concert – October 17, 2026
Sat, Oct 17

Bluebird on the Mountain Concert – October 17, 2026

Concert experience at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory with scenic views.

7:00 PM Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, Brentwood
5–18 yrsOutdoor
Flight for a Cause 5K/Half Marathon Relay
Sat, Oct 17

Flight for a Cause 5K/Half Marathon Relay

Flight for a Cause 5K/Half Marathon Relay at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm

8:00 AM The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Radnor in the Round 2026
Sun, Oct 18

Radnor in the Round 2026

Radnor in the Round 2026 at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory

4:00 PM Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, Brentwood
0–18 yrs
Leigh Ann Hurst Fall Trunk Show
Sun, Oct 18

Leigh Ann Hurst Fall Trunk Show

Leigh Ann Hurst Fall Trunk Show at The Copper Fox Gallery

12:00 PM The Copper Fox Gallery, Franklin
Free0–18 yrs
Mike Dawes
Sun, Oct 18

Mike Dawes

Mike Dawes at The Franklin Theatre

7:00 PM The Franklin Theatre, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Iroquois Steeplechase Race for the Chase Charity Golf Classic
Mon, Oct 19

Iroquois Steeplechase Race for the Chase Charity Golf Classic

Iroquois Steeplechase Race for the Chase Charity Golf Classic at The Governors Club

8:00 AM The Governors Club, Brentwood
0–18 yrs
Creature Connection: Tarantula Web Making
Thu, Oct 22

Creature Connection: Tarantula Web Making

Hands-on STEM activity exploring how tarantulas create their webs.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsIndoor
41st Annual Pumpkinfest | 2026
Sat, Oct 24

41st Annual Pumpkinfest | 2026

41st Annual Pumpkinfest celebrating fall with pumpkins, games, and seasonal fun.

10:00 AM
0–18 yrsOutdoor
The Impossible Dream Gala
Sun, Oct 25

The Impossible Dream Gala

The Impossible Dream Gala at Liberty Hall

5:00 PM Liberty Hall, Franklin
0–18 yrs
Cleveland Browns at Tennessee Titans
Sun, Oct 25

Cleveland Browns at Tennessee Titans

NFL game: Cleveland Browns vs. Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium.

1:00 PM Nissan Stadium, Nashville
0–18 yrsOutdoor
SPARK! The Great Pumpkin Investigation
Mon, Oct 26

SPARK! The Great Pumpkin Investigation

Hands-on investigation into pumpkins and autumn science at Discovery Center.

9:00 AM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsIndoor
$10 Pizza Tuesdays at Slim + Husky’s
Tue, Oct 27

$10 Pizza Tuesdays at Slim + Husky’s

$10 Pizza Tuesdays at Slim + Husky’s

11:00 AM
0–18 yrs
Homeschool Learning Pods: Anatomy Dissection Labs – Frog
Thu, Oct 29

Homeschool Learning Pods: Anatomy Dissection Labs – Frog

Hands-on anatomy dissection lab where kids explore frog anatomy at Discovery Center.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrsIndoor
SPARK! Teddy Bear Picnic
Mon, Nov 2

SPARK! Teddy Bear Picnic

Bring your teddy bear to a cozy picnic gathering at Discovery Center.

9:00 AM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
2–8 yrsOutdoor
Creature Connection: Tortoise Egg Planters
Thu, Nov 5

Creature Connection: Tortoise Egg Planters

Plant seeds in tortoise egg planters while learning about reptiles.

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
4–10 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
Homeschool Learning Pods: Tennessee Ties
Thu, Nov 12

Homeschool Learning Pods: Tennessee Ties

Homeschool lab class on Tennessee history & culture with museum access ($10).

3:00 PM Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
5–12 yrs
Jacksonville Jaguars at Tennessee Titans
Sun, Nov 15

Jacksonville Jaguars at Tennessee Titans

Jacksonville Jaguars at Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium

1:00 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
CMA Awards 2026 Nashville | Tickets & Event Guide
Wed, Nov 18

CMA Awards 2026 Nashville | Tickets & Event Guide

CMA Awards 2026 Nashville | Tickets & Event Guide at Bridgestone Arena

7:00 PM Bridgestone Arena, Nashville
8–18 yrs
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
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
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
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
Holiday Open House
Sat, Dec 5

Holiday Open House

Holiday celebration at Discovery Center at Murfree Spring.

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro
0–18 yrsIndoor
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
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
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
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
CMA Fest 2027 Nashville | Festival Guide, Lineup & Tickets
Thu, Jun 10

CMA Fest 2027 Nashville | Festival Guide, Lineup & Tickets

CMA Fest 2027 Nashville | Festival Guide, Lineup & Tickets at Nissan Stadium – Nashville

Nissan Stadium – Nashville, Nashville
0–18 yrs

More events outside the Nashville area

12 events farther afield.

Historic Hayes House Free Guided Tours
Tue, Sep 29 +6 dates

Historic Hayes House Free Guided Tours

Free guided tour of a historic house—learn local history at the Hayes House.

12:00 PM Historic Hayes House, Franklin
Free0–18 yrs
Friends of Franklin Parks: Ride Smart Franklin – Bike Safety Event
Tue, Sep 29

Friends of Franklin Parks: Ride Smart Franklin – Bike Safety Event

Free bike safety education event from Friends of Franklin Parks at Historic Hayes House.

4:30 PM Historic Hayes House, Franklin
Free5–18 yrsOutdoor
Live on the Square: Concert Series with Puckett’s Columbia
Fri, Oct 2

Live on the Square: Concert Series with Puckett’s Columbia

Live music from Puckett's at their Columbia venue—a community concert series.

6:30 PM Puckett’s Columbia, Columbia
8–18 yrs
Downtown Franklin Art Crawl
Fri, Oct 2

Downtown Franklin Art Crawl

Free art crawl through historic downtown Franklin—explore galleries and street art.

6:00 PM HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN, Franklin
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
National Banana Pudding Festival
Sat, Oct 3 +1 dates

National Banana Pudding Festival

Celebrate Southern flavor at the National Banana Pudding Festival in Centerville with food, music, and family fun.

9:00 AM Hickman County AG Pavilion and Fairground, Centerville
$5–$180–18 yrsOutdoor

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