Parents everywhere are hitting pause on screens and digital chaos, choosing analog moments of play, connection, and creativity to nurture calmer, happier, and more resilient families.
Where Every Family Matters
Where Every Family Matters
Parents everywhere are hitting pause on screens and digital chaos, choosing analog moments of play, connection, and creativity to nurture calmer, happier, and more resilient families.
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On the first Sunday of every month, participating Chuck E. Cheese’s locations open two hours early from 9 - 11 a.m. specifically for children with autism and other special needs. Kids try their hand at Whack-A-Mole, Skee Ball and other games in a fun space that’s less crowded, dimmed lighting, reduced noise (or no music, if you request it). Chuck E. Cheese himself also makes limited appearances. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
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See costumes and the studios where professional dancers train THIS Sunday. Be prepared to stretch, bend and dance! 
Music fans often wear buttons, shirts and other accessories to support for their favorite artists. Come make your own button celebrating members of the Country Music Hall of Fame, from the Carter Family to Toby Keith. Which iconic musician will adorn your button? This program happens from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. inside the museum's Taylor Swift Education Center. Included with admission; Free to members.
Included with museum admission; free to museum members.
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
Experience the multi-Academy Award winning 1984 motion picture on a vast HD screen while Mozart’s most celebrated works are performed live in-sync by a full orchestra and choir. There are two performances inside the Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Place, Nashville) on Saturday, Jan. 31 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 1 at 2 p.m. Tickets start at $29. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$29
See this comedic stage adaptation of the 1935 British spy thriller film directed by Alfred Hitchcock at the Hendersonville Performing Arts Company (260 West Main St., Suite 204, Hendersonville). Performances are Thursdays - Sundays, Jan. 23 - Feb. 8. Tickets are $22 - $25. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
$22 – $25
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4 events,
Preschoolers and their parents can enjoy all the exhibits, attend storytime and participate in an activity in the Eureka Theatre on the second floor of Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Cost is $18 for non-member adults and $14 for non-member youth; free for members. READ MORE! MOM REPORT: Early Explorations at Adventure Science Center MORE STORYTIMES!
$14 – $18
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Age-appropriate songs, activities and lots of early literacy fun on Monday mornings at multiple Nashville Public Library branches. Participating branches include Bellevue, Donelson, Madison, Inglewood and Looby. Call ahead to make sure there's open spots. MORE STORYTIMES!
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Watch the mermaids swim at Nashville's Aquarium Restaurant.
Must reserve a table in advance
Get out those "fang fingers" as the Preds play on their home ice.
$54 – $400
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9 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they sing, listen to stories and have fun at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Rising 5th graders and above can enjoy this weeklong coding camp with the Boys and Girls Club. 
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and lots more! 
“A is for All!” at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro)! Children ages 2-8 can discover stories, songs and puppet shows on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join at Nolensville Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) at 10:15 and 10:45 a.m. as they sing, listen to stories, shake shakers and have fun. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Age-appropriate songs, activities and lots of early literacy fun on Tuesday mornings at multiple Nashville Public Library branches. Participating branches include the Bordeaux, Donelson, Edmondson Pike, Hadley Park, Hermitage and Thompson Lane branches. Check online for specific times. For ages 0-5, call ahead to make sure there's open spots. MORE STORYTIMES! 
A pop-concert-meets-history remix where Henry VIII’s six wives seize the mic, flip the script, and absolutely slay.
$45
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10 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Let the smaller among us get in touch with their wild sides on Wednesdays in Murfreesboro.
$3
Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little! 
Join at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road W, Smyrna) for stories, songs and fun games to enhance early literacy on Wednesdays from 10 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and lots more!
“A is for All!” at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro)! Children ages 2-8 can discover stories, songs and puppet shows on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Get your child excited about reading with literacy fun. 
Join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) to discover something wild about the natural world on Wednesdays from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. You may meet a SOAC animal or enjoy a nature-based activity weekly topics are posted online; look for more information on the SOAC Facebook page. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Get out those "fang fingers" as the Preds play on their home ice.
$54 – $400
A pop-concert-meets-history remix where Henry VIII’s six wives seize the mic, flip the script, and absolutely slay.
$45
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16 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Enjoy a fun morning learning bouncing rhymes, songs and sharing books on Thursdays at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) at 9:30 a.m. For infants up to 18 months and their grown-up. Pick up your (free) ticket at the circulation desk 30 minutes before the program . MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Thursdays are for Pre-K! Caregivers and little ones ages 3 to 5 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they read stories, sing songs and more at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Kids ages 2 - 6 can join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center.
$2.00
A sweet and special storytime for babies ages 0 - 23 months and a caregiver. 
Join at the Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for stories, songs and a craft for ages 3 - 5 on Thursdays at 10 or 10:45 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Join at the Fairview Public Library (2240 Fairview Blvd., Fairview) on select Thursdays for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging books followed by a simple craft starting at 11 a.m. Perfect for preschoolers (recommended for ages 3 - 5) and caregivers. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Meet Pemberton, the Great Horned Owl on Thursday, Feb. 5.
$5
Kids ages 5-8 can join at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Dr., Murfreesboro) on Thursdays from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. for fun-filled sessions where they explore nonfiction picture books and bring science to life with hands-on experiments. MORE THINGS TO DO! |
15 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
Join on Fridays at Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for this special interactive storytime for parents, caregivers and babies (0 to 18 months) at 10 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Light up your night with Zoolumination! Enter a realm of wonder where mythical creatures and wildlife glow in artistically crafted scenes throughout the Nashville Zoo (3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville). Through Feb. 8 from 5 - 9 p.m. Tickets start at $25 for adults and $21 for ages 2 - 12 (parking is $10 for nonmembers). More photos MORE THINGS TO DO!
$2 – $25
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Your go-to spot for some of the finest art pieces in the area is conveniently located on East Fowlkes Street in Downtown Franklin. 
Discover the music of composer Hans Zimmer (Pirates of the Caribbean, Inception, Gladiator) played by a string quartet inside The Parthenon (2500 West End Ave., Nashville) bathed in candlelight starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at 58. For ages 8 and older. Tentative Program Time - Inception This Land - The Lion King Zooster’s Breakout - Madagascar Supermarine - Dunkirk Honor - The Pacific A Dark Knight - The Dark Knight Wonder Woman Suite Gladiator Suite Cornfield Chase - Interstellar Dune Suite Discombobulate - Sherlock Holmes Pirates of the Caribbean Suite FIND…
$44
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See the story of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs brought to life by the Grand Kyiv Ballet live on stage at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center (112 Everbright Ave, Franklin) at 7 p.m. Based on the famous Brothers Grimm fairy tale, the show combines the vivid imagery of animated films with the musical motifs of Polish composer Bogdan Pavlovsky. Tickets are $59 for adults, $49 for kids.
$49 – $59
Studio Tenn presents this psychological thriller and dark comedy on Wednesdays – Sundays, Feb. 5 - 22 on the Turner Theater stage inside the Factory at Franklin (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). For ages 15 and older. Tickets start at $54.95. SUMMARY Sidney Bruhl, a once-celebrated writer of hit Broadway mysteries, is now desperate for a comeback. When a former student sends him a brilliant new script, Sidney sees his chance to reclaim the spotlight. But how far will he go…
$41
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Join The Wilderness Station in Murfreesboro to explore one of Tennessee’s many wild caves.
$15.00
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TWISTER (Tennessee Women in Science, Tech, Engineering and Research) is a daylong event presented by Adventure Science Center aimed to inform, motivate and empower middle and high school girls in grades 7th – 12th to pursue careers in STEAM. The event returns for its 19th anniversary on Saturday, February 7 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost of admission is $20 per student and includes: Four, fifty-five-minute sessions chosen by the participant Hands-on, real-life STEAM activities Catered lunch Breakout sessions with like-minded middle and high…
$20.00
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
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Teens ages 14 and older and their parent can can join Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood) to learn all about tracking from 9 - 11:30 a.m. This program will cover basic tracking techniques alongside track and sign identification and tips to help participants continue to build their tracking skills. Cost is $20. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Nashville Collegiate Prep invites families to attend its Kindergarten Roundup, an interactive open house designed for families considering Kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year. The free event takes place on Saturday, February 7, from 9 – 11 a.m. and is structured as a drop-in, come-and-go open house, allowing families to arrive at any time during the event window. Kindergarten Roundup offers families an opportunity to experience how learning happens at Nashville Collegiate Prep’s dedicated Kindergarten Center. Children will participate in…
FREE
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
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Come support the Special Olympics Tennessee athletes by jumping into the chilly waters at the outdoor pool at the Jimmy Floyd Family Center (511 N Castle Heights Ave, Lebanon). With a minimum of $75 in donations ($50 for students), each plunger receives the official Plunge medal and all bragging rights associated with such a brave endeavor. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$75
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17 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
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It’s game day at Nashville Zoo (3777 Nolensville Pike in Nashville)! Get ready for an un-fur-gettable day as they team up with Nashville Humane Association for the Music City Puppy Bowl, taking place at the Ajax Turner Amphitheater from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. with a noon game kickoff. Adoptable puppies will hit the field for the big game that will feature tail-wagging touchdowns and the chance to welcome a new furry friend into your home! Enjoy good tunes, visit…
Included with general admission or membership.
Decorate paper aviators at the Country Music Hall of Fame.
$14.95
Comic lovers can come together at the Music City Center (201 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville) for a celebration of all things science fiction on Feb. 7 - 8! Join for a day of meeting your favorite stars, browsing unique vendors and celebrating all things geeky. Special appearances include Susan Sarandon, various cast members from Stranger Things, Steve Burns (Blue's Clues), Giancarlo Esposito, Christopher Sabat, Rider Strong (Boy Meets World), Sean Gunn and more. Tickets start at $41.69 for…
$13.45 – $41.69
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Our Kids' annual fundraising event takes place at Nissan Stadium Club Level West from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and features dozens of Nashville restaurants preparing their best soups for over 1,000 patrons and vying for 3 awards: People’s Choice, Judges’ Choice and the Rotating Award. In addition, attendees can expect celebrity and chef judges, balloon artists, face painters, magicians, caricaturists and more! Tickets are $27.37 for adults, $6.27 for kids.
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
A pop-concert-meets-history remix where Henry VIII’s six wives seize the mic, flip the script, and absolutely slay.
$45
The Martin ArtQuest Gallery is newly revamped, plus enjoy a tour and fun gallery experiences THIS Sunday.
$18
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2 events,
Preschoolers and their parents can enjoy all the exhibits, attend storytime and participate in an activity in the Eureka Theatre on the second floor of Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Cost is $18 for non-member adults and $14 for non-member youth; free for members. READ MORE! MOM REPORT: Early Explorations at Adventure Science Center MORE STORYTIMES!
$14 – $18
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Age-appropriate songs, activities and lots of early literacy fun on Monday mornings at multiple Nashville Public Library branches. Participating branches include Bellevue, Donelson, Madison, Inglewood and Looby. Call ahead to make sure there's open spots. MORE STORYTIMES! |
9 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they sing, listen to stories and have fun at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and lots more!
“A is for All!” at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro)! Children ages 2-8 can discover stories, songs and puppet shows on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Rising 5th graders and above can enjoy this weeklong coding camp with the Boys and Girls Club.
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join at Nolensville Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) at 10:15 and 10:45 a.m. as they sing, listen to stories, shake shakers and have fun. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Age-appropriate songs, activities and lots of early literacy fun on Tuesday mornings at multiple Nashville Public Library branches. Participating branches include the Bordeaux, Donelson, Edmondson Pike, Hadley Park, Hermitage and Thompson Lane branches. Check online for specific times. For ages 0-5, call ahead to make sure there's open spots. MORE STORYTIMES! 
Kids weighing 50 pounds or more can try climbing the indoor rock wall at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center!
$2.00
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13 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Let the smaller among us get in touch with their wild sides on Wednesdays in Murfreesboro.
$3
Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little!
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and lots more!
“A is for All!” at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro)! Children ages 2-8 can discover stories, songs and puppet shows on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Join at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road W, Smyrna) for stories, songs and fun games to enhance early literacy on Wednesdays from 10 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Get your child excited about reading with literacy fun.
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Join at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road W, Smyrna) for a special Valentine’s craft for families starting at 3:15 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
How’s your aim? Want to find out? An archery instructor will lead a class on the basics THIS Wednesday.
$10
Join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) to discover something wild about the natural world on Wednesdays from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. You may meet a SOAC animal or enjoy a nature-based activity weekly topics are posted online; look for more information on the SOAC Facebook page. MORE THINGS TO DO! |
19 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Experience life on the frontier at Historic Mansker's Station (705 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville) from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. This tour will make history come to life for homeschool groups of all ages with live history demonstrations and hands-on activities. In this tour, activities may include trading, woodworking, blacksmithing, an 18th-century schoolhouse lesson, gardening, laundry or games. Admission ($9) includes access to the American Indian Exhibit, a short video, history demonstrations, hands-on activities and shared picnic space at Shelter #3 near…
$9
Enjoy a fun morning learning bouncing rhymes, songs and sharing books on Thursdays at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) at 9:30 a.m. For infants up to 18 months and their grown-up. Pick up your (free) ticket at the circulation desk 30 minutes before the program . MORE THINGS TO DO!
Thursdays are for Pre-K! Caregivers and little ones ages 3 to 5 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they read stories, sing songs and more at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Kids ages 2 - 6 can join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center.
$2.00
A sweet and special storytime for babies ages 0 - 23 months and a caregiver.
Join at the Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for stories, songs and a craft for ages 3 - 5 on Thursdays at 10 or 10:45 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
Join at the Fairview Public Library (2240 Fairview Blvd., Fairview) on select Thursdays for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging books followed by a simple craft starting at 11 a.m. Perfect for preschoolers (recommended for ages 3 - 5) and caregivers. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Kids ages 5-8 can join at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Dr., Murfreesboro) on Thursdays from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. for fun-filled sessions where they explore nonfiction picture books and bring science to life with hands-on experiments. MORE THINGS TO DO! |
11 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
Join on Fridays at Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for this special interactive storytime for parents, caregivers and babies (0 to 18 months) at 10 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Drop the kids off at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) while you enjoy some time away for a Valentine’s Date night from 6 - 10 p.m. Send your child with closed-toed shoes, a jacket, a water bottle and dinner for the night. Snacks will be provided. For ages 7 - 12. Cost is $15 for members, $20 for non-members. Registration required. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$10 – $15
Winter Jam's Christian concert is coming back to Bridgestone Arena (501 Broadway, Nashville) at 7 p.m. with performances from Anne Wilson, Matthew West, Katy Nichole, Hulvey, Disciple, Emerson Day, NewSong and speaker Zane Black for only $15 at the door! No tickets required! MORE THINGS TO DO!
$15.00
Studio Tenn presents this psychological thriller and dark comedy on Wednesdays – Sundays, Feb. 5 - 22 on the Turner Theater stage inside the Factory at Franklin (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). For ages 15 and older. Tickets start at $54.95. SUMMARY Sidney Bruhl, a once-celebrated writer of hit Broadway mysteries, is now desperate for a comeback. When a former student sends him a brilliant new script, Sidney sees his chance to reclaim the spotlight. But how far will he go…
$41
Nashville Repertory Theatre and Nashville Shakespeare Festival present this Pulitzer Prize-winning reinvention of Hamlet, which brings Shakespeare’s classic into the modern South with humor, heart and barbecue. Performances are inside TPAC's Johnson Theater (505 Deaderick St., Nashville) on Thursdays through Sundays, Feb. 13 - 22. Summary Juicy, a young black man, grapples with his father’s ghost, family expectations, and the cycle of violence that haunts them all. Will he seek revenge or carve out a new path? MORE THINGS… 
This immersive experience on Feb. 12, Feb. 14 and Feb. 15 brings you as close as possible to witnessing the iconic Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter live inside the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. The performance features archival footage of Denver in concert, accompanied by live renditions from former members of his band. Hear John Denver’s voice, see vintage John Denver video performances, and hear stories told by old friends. Tickets start at $39. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$39
See this jukebox musical created by Queen featuring the band's hit songs in a story about a dystopian future where individuality and live music are suppressed by a powerful corporation. The show runs at the Center For the Arts (110 W College St., Murfreesboro) Feb. 6 - 15 on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Adults are $25. Rated PG-13. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$22 – $60
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25 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
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Come enjoy some wine on an excursion train ride at Tennessee Central Railway Museum (220 Willow St., Nashville)! During the layover in Watertown, visit the restaurants for lunch and shop the stores around the square. Cost is $90 for coach, $180 for some seating. Boarding begins at 9 a.m. Train departs at 10 a.m. and arrival back in Nashville is 4 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$90
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
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Encourage your child's development through moving, singing and listening on the first Saturday of each month.
Included with admission; free to members.
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Hike the bluebird nestbox trail at Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood). Your group will build its own bluebird nestbox in preparation of spring and learn how to find the perfect spot for you to mount it in your yard. There are two sessions at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Cost is $45 per two people. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$45
Blaze the trail, hike, and learn about animals, bugs, trees and wildflowers in our state while being led by a Tennessee State Naturalist at The Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) from 10 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and lots more!
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Bring the whole family and celebrate Valentine’s Day the Victorian way at Belle Meade Historic Site's (110 Leake Ave., Nashville) from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Create your own Victorian Valentine’s Day card, explore the Secret Language of Fans and Flowers and craft a festive Victorian Hearts Garland. Enjoy additional games and activities, a themed photo booth and Valentine’s Day snacks with a beverage station. Cost is $12 for students, $18 for adults, ages four and younger are free. …
$12 – $18
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Join Duke Ellington, the great Master of Jazz, as he takes kids on a musical journey with puppets of all sorts in this special presentation produced by Wishing Chair Productions. The show starts at 10:30 at the Nashville Public Library East Branch (206 Gallatin Ave, Nashville). MORE THINGS TO DO!
Families can join the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) in the Story Room for stories, songs and crafts on Saturdays from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 3 and older.
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Drop by the Nashville Public Library North branch for some balloon fun! |
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Rise, shine and brunch with your Valentines at the Loveless Barn (8400 TN-100, Nashville) anytime from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. They'll have a kissing booth featuring adoptable four-legged friends, sponsored by Friends of Metro Animal Care Control (MACC), a photo booth, hot chocolate bar and a full breakfast buffet! Cost is $45. Reserve in advance. Ticket price includes: Full Loveless Cafe Breakfast Buffet Red Velvet Pancake & Waffle Station Fresh Fruit Display with Fresh Fruit Parfaits Loveless Cafe Biscuit…
$45.00
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
Visitors can create a velvet painting inspired by the Velvet Elvis craze of the 1970s using black velvet, pastels and black light paint at the Country Music Hall of Fame (222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville) from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Included with museum admission; free to members. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$18 – $25.95
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
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New year, new fashion...that's what they say, right? Find all the latest fashions for up to 75% off retail prices at The Factory at Franklin's Liberty Hall (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). Shop discounts on apparel, handbags, jewelry, accessories and more from your favorite local boutiques at 1 p.m. Entry is $10. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO HERE
$10.00
Studio Tenn presents this psychological thriller and dark comedy on Wednesdays – Sundays, Feb. 5 - 22 on the Turner Theater stage inside the Factory at Franklin (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). For ages 15 and older. Tickets start at $54.95. SUMMARY Sidney Bruhl, a once-celebrated writer of hit Broadway mysteries, is now desperate for a comeback. When a former student sends him a brilliant new script, Sidney sees his chance to reclaim the spotlight. But how far will he go…
$41
Step through the wardrobe and into the wonder of Narnia in this captivating dramatization of C.S. Lewis' timeless classic inside the Williamson County Performing Arts Center (112 Everbright Ave, Franklin) on Feb. 14 - 15 at 2 p.m. Presented by Backlight Productions' inclusive theatre company, this production unites artists of all abilities and ages, empowering individuals with disabilities to share their gifts and shine on stage. Cost is $25. Run time is 90 minutes. Find more THINGS TO…
$25
Nashville Repertory Theatre and Nashville Shakespeare Festival present this Pulitzer Prize-winning reinvention of Hamlet, which brings Shakespeare’s classic into the modern South with humor, heart and barbecue. Performances are inside TPAC's Johnson Theater (505 Deaderick St., Nashville) on Thursdays through Sundays, Feb. 13 - 22. Summary Juicy, a young black man, grapples with his father’s ghost, family expectations, and the cycle of violence that haunts them all. Will he seek revenge or carve out a new path? MORE THINGS… |
3 events,
Preschoolers and their parents can enjoy all the exhibits, attend storytime and participate in an activity in the Eureka Theatre on the second floor of Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Cost is $18 for non-member adults and $14 for non-member youth; free for members. READ MORE! MOM REPORT: Early Explorations at Adventure Science Center MORE STORYTIMES!
$14 – $18
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Watch the mermaids swim at Nashville's Aquarium Restaurant.
Must reserve a table in advance
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Don't miss this extraordinary chance to connect with one iconic president at the historic home of another. |
10 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they sing, listen to stories and have fun at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and lots more!
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Using common items and your creativity, invent your very own instrument at the Lebanon-Wilson County Library (108 S. Hatton Ave., Lebanon) with the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum from 10 - 11 a.m. How many ways will you be able to play your new instrument?
“A is for All!” at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro)! Children ages 2-8 can discover stories, songs and puppet shows on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Rising 5th graders and above can enjoy this weeklong coding camp with the Boys and Girls Club.
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join at Nolensville Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) at 10:15 and 10:45 a.m. as they sing, listen to stories, shake shakers and have fun. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Age-appropriate songs, activities and lots of early literacy fun on Tuesday mornings at multiple Nashville Public Library branches. Participating branches include the Bordeaux, Donelson, Edmondson Pike, Hadley Park, Hermitage and Thompson Lane branches. Check online for specific times. For ages 0-5, call ahead to make sure there's open spots. MORE STORYTIMES!
Kids weighing 50 pounds or more can try climbing the indoor rock wall at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center!
$2.00
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11 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Let the smaller among us get in touch with their wild sides on Wednesdays in Murfreesboro.
$3
Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little!
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and lots more!
“A is for All!” at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro)! Children ages 2-8 can discover stories, songs and puppet shows on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Join at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road W, Smyrna) for stories, songs and fun games to enhance early literacy on Wednesdays from 10 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Get your child excited about reading with literacy fun.
Join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) to discover something wild about the natural world on Wednesdays from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. You may meet a SOAC animal or enjoy a nature-based activity weekly topics are posted online; look for more information on the SOAC Facebook page. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Studio Tenn presents this psychological thriller and dark comedy on Wednesdays – Sundays, Feb. 5 - 22 on the Turner Theater stage inside the Factory at Franklin (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). For ages 15 and older. Tickets start at $54.95. SUMMARY Sidney Bruhl, a once-celebrated writer of hit Broadway mysteries, is now desperate for a comeback. When a former student sends him a brilliant new script, Sidney sees his chance to reclaim the spotlight. But how far will he go…
$41
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This one-of-a-kind experience expands to the Schermerhorn Symphony Center’s grand stage (1 Symphony Place, Nashville), where the musicians of the Nashville Symphony join forces with The Bluebird Cafe. Songwriters include Brandy Clark, Josh Osborne and Shane McAnally. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $30. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$30
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15 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Enjoy a fun morning learning bouncing rhymes, songs and sharing books on Thursdays at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) at 9:30 a.m. For infants up to 18 months and their grown-up. Pick up your (free) ticket at the circulation desk 30 minutes before the program . MORE THINGS TO DO!
Thursdays are for Pre-K! Caregivers and little ones ages 3 to 5 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they read stories, sing songs and more at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Kids ages 2 - 6 can join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center.
$2.00
A sweet and special storytime for babies ages 0 - 23 months and a caregiver.
Join at the Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for stories, songs and a craft for ages 3 - 5 on Thursdays at 10 or 10:45 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
Join at the Fairview Public Library (2240 Fairview Blvd., Fairview) on select Thursdays for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging books followed by a simple craft starting at 11 a.m. Perfect for preschoolers (recommended for ages 3 - 5) and caregivers. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Learn basic techniques and how to use the proper tools to whittle a figurine at the Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. They will provide all utensils and carving materials. All you have to bring is your creativity! For ages 10 and older. Cost is $3. Registration required. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$3
Kids ages 5-8 can join at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Dr., Murfreesboro) on Thursdays from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. for fun-filled sessions where they explore nonfiction picture books and bring science to life with hands-on experiments. MORE THINGS TO DO! |
10 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
Join on Fridays at Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for this special interactive storytime for parents, caregivers and babies (0 to 18 months) at 10 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
One of the largest three-day sports cards and collectibles shows in the country returns to The Fairgrounds Nashville (625 Smith Ave., Nashville) Feb. 20 - 22. Browse over 1,150 tables of sports cards, memorabilia, Pokémon, TCG, autographs and other collectibles. Admission is $10, $30 VIP (2 hr early entry on Friday, 1 hr early on Saturday and Sunday). Parking is $10 and operated by the Nashville Fairgrounds. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter…
$10.00
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Have you ever looked an owl in the eye, glared at a red-tailed hawk, or check out a falcon’s wings? Here is your chance to learn about these master predators of the sky. The program happens at The Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) from 1 - 2 p.m. No registration required. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Enjoy the music from The Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones played by a string quartet under candlelight inside The Parthenon (2500 West End Ave., Nashville) at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $33. For ages 8 and older. Tentative Program Themes from The Lord of the Rings by Howard Shore: The Shire Gollum The Caverns of Isengard Flaming Red Hair The Passing of the Elves Saruman the White Rivendell The Lighting of the Beacons The Sacrifice of Faramir The Grace…
$32.50
Studio Tenn presents this psychological thriller and dark comedy on Wednesdays – Sundays, Feb. 5 - 22 on the Turner Theater stage inside the Factory at Franklin (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). For ages 15 and older. Tickets start at $54.95. SUMMARY Sidney Bruhl, a once-celebrated writer of hit Broadway mysteries, is now desperate for a comeback. When a former student sends him a brilliant new script, Sidney sees his chance to reclaim the spotlight. But how far will he go…
$41
See the guitarist, singer, songwriter and bluegrass musician perform live at Bridgestone Arena (501 Broadway, Nashville) on Feb. 20 - 21. Shows start at 7:30 p.m. and tickets start at $56. MORE CONCERTS!
$56
Nashville Repertory Theatre and Nashville Shakespeare Festival present this Pulitzer Prize-winning reinvention of Hamlet, which brings Shakespeare’s classic into the modern South with humor, heart and barbecue. Performances are inside TPAC's Johnson Theater (505 Deaderick St., Nashville) on Thursdays through Sundays, Feb. 13 - 22. Summary Juicy, a young black man, grapples with his father’s ghost, family expectations, and the cycle of violence that haunts them all. Will he seek revenge or carve out a new path? MORE THINGS… 
See the true story of the “Radium Girls” who worked in the 1920s and 30s at the Radium Dial Company, unknowingly exposing themselves to horrible health consequences. The show comes to the Pull-Tight Theatre (112 2nd Ave. S, Franklin) on Wednesdays through Sundays, Feb 6 - 21. Cost is $18 - $22. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$18 – $22
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27 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
One of the largest three-day sports cards and collectibles shows in the country returns to The Fairgrounds Nashville (625 Smith Ave., Nashville) Feb. 20 - 22. Browse over 1,150 tables of sports cards, memorabilia, Pokémon, TCG, autographs and other collectibles. Admission is $10, $30 VIP (2 hr early entry on Friday, 1 hr early on Saturday and Sunday). Parking is $10 and operated by the Nashville Fairgrounds. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter…
$10.00
Enjoy noshing while watching mermaids swim to music at the Aquarium Restaurant.
$3 – $35
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Learn the basics of mushroom cultivation and enjoy a guided hike at Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood). They will cover log selection, timing, spore selection, inoculation methods, care of the logs, harvesting and storage of the mushrooms. All this will be covered while the group inoculates their own logs. There are two sessions at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Cost is $40 for 2 people. Must register. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$40
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
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Make a toy snowplow at your local Lowe's with your mini DIYer this Saturday!
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Hang out with naturalist Mr. Will to explore the rocks and fossils at Warner Park Nature Center (7311 Highway 100, Nashville) from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Families can join the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) in the Story Room for stories, songs and crafts on Saturdays from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 3 and older. 
Register to join at Nashville's Parthenon THIS Saturday. Hear a story, then make some art! |
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12 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
One of the largest three-day sports cards and collectibles shows in the country returns to The Fairgrounds Nashville (625 Smith Ave., Nashville) Feb. 20 - 22. Browse over 1,150 tables of sports cards, memorabilia, Pokémon, TCG, autographs and other collectibles. Admission is $10, $30 VIP (2 hr early entry on Friday, 1 hr early on Saturday and Sunday). Parking is $10 and operated by the Nashville Fairgrounds. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter…
$10.00
Young designers can personalize paper instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame.
$5 – $24.95
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
Experience America’s most popular dance company when Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater brings its unique mix of contemporary and classic movement to TPAC's Jackson Hall (505 Deaderick St., Nashville). Performances are Feb. 21 at 2 p.m. (buy one adult ticket, get one child ticket free!); Feb. 21 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 22 at 1 p.m. Saturday, February 21st – 2 p.m Blink of an Eye by Medhi Walerski A Case of You by Judith Jamison Embrace by Fredrick Earl Mosley Revelations by Alvin…
$45
Studio Tenn presents this psychological thriller and dark comedy on Wednesdays – Sundays, Feb. 5 - 22 on the Turner Theater stage inside the Factory at Franklin (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). For ages 15 and older. Tickets start at $54.95. SUMMARY Sidney Bruhl, a once-celebrated writer of hit Broadway mysteries, is now desperate for a comeback. When a former student sends him a brilliant new script, Sidney sees his chance to reclaim the spotlight. But how far will he go…
$41
For WCPR Children's Theatre's 100th production, the Rising Stars bring Disney's Peter Pan Jr. to the stage inside the Williamson County Performing Arts Center (112 Everbright Ave, Franklin) for four performances Feb. 21 - 22 at 2 and 6:30 p.m. The high-flying Tony Award-winning musical has been performed around the world and delighted audiences for 60 years. Cost is $15. Run time is 90 minutes. Find more THINGS TO DO here!
$15
Nashville Repertory Theatre and Nashville Shakespeare Festival present this Pulitzer Prize-winning reinvention of Hamlet, which brings Shakespeare’s classic into the modern South with humor, heart and barbecue. Performances are inside TPAC's Johnson Theater (505 Deaderick St., Nashville) on Thursdays through Sundays, Feb. 13 - 22. Summary Juicy, a young black man, grapples with his father’s ghost, family expectations, and the cycle of violence that haunts them all. Will he seek revenge or carve out a new path? MORE THINGS… |
3 events,
Preschoolers and their parents can enjoy all the exhibits, attend storytime and participate in an activity in the Eureka Theatre on the second floor of Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Cost is $18 for non-member adults and $14 for non-member youth; free for members. READ MORE! MOM REPORT: Early Explorations at Adventure Science Center MORE STORYTIMES!
$14 – $18
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Age-appropriate songs, activities and lots of early literacy fun on Monday mornings at multiple Nashville Public Library branches. Participating branches include Bellevue, Donelson, Madison, Inglewood and Looby. Call ahead to make sure there's open spots. MORE STORYTIMES!
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See the famous Italian vocalist perform inside Bridgestone Arena (501 Broadway, Nashville) as part of his "Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour." Show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets start at $100. MORE CONCERTS!
$100
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10 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they sing, listen to stories and have fun at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and lots more!
“A is for All!” at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro)! Children ages 2-8 can discover stories, songs and puppet shows on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join at Nolensville Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) at 10:15 and 10:45 a.m. as they sing, listen to stories, shake shakers and have fun. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Age-appropriate songs, activities and lots of early literacy fun on Tuesday mornings at multiple Nashville Public Library branches. Participating branches include the Bordeaux, Donelson, Edmondson Pike, Hadley Park, Hermitage and Thompson Lane branches. Check online for specific times. For ages 0-5, call ahead to make sure there's open spots. MORE STORYTIMES!
Kids weighing 50 pounds or more can try climbing the indoor rock wall at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center!
$2.00
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See the "Boys in Gold" face off at GEODIS Park (501 Benton Ave., Nashville) as Nashville SC continues its seventh year in Major League Soccer. Children 3 years or older require a ticket to attend matches. Tickets vary for each game. The 2026 MLS regular season home opener is on Feb. 21 against New England. On Feb. 24, Nashville Soccer Club faces off against Ottawa for the CONCACAF Champions Cup at GEODIS Park at 7 p.m. Check out their theme nights…
$25
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9 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Let the smaller among us get in touch with their wild sides on Wednesdays in Murfreesboro.
$3
Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little!
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and lots more!
“A is for All!” at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro)! Children ages 2-8 can discover stories, songs and puppet shows on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Join at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road W, Smyrna) for stories, songs and fun games to enhance early literacy on Wednesdays from 10 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Get your child excited about reading with literacy fun.
How’s your aim? Want to find out? An archery instructor will lead a class on the basics THIS Wednesday.
$10
Join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) to discover something wild about the natural world on Wednesdays from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. You may meet a SOAC animal or enjoy a nature-based activity weekly topics are posted online; look for more information on the SOAC Facebook page. MORE THINGS TO DO! |
14 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Enjoy a fun morning learning bouncing rhymes, songs and sharing books on Thursdays at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) at 9:30 a.m. For infants up to 18 months and their grown-up. Pick up your (free) ticket at the circulation desk 30 minutes before the program . MORE THINGS TO DO!
Thursdays are for Pre-K! Caregivers and little ones ages 3 to 5 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they read stories, sing songs and more at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Kids ages 2 - 6 can join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center.
$2.00
A sweet and special storytime for babies ages 0 - 23 months and a caregiver.
Join at the Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for stories, songs and a craft for ages 3 - 5 on Thursdays at 10 or 10:45 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
Kids ages 5-8 can join at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Dr., Murfreesboro) on Thursdays from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. for fun-filled sessions where they explore nonfiction picture books and bring science to life with hands-on experiments. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Join at Belmont University’s Fisher Center for the Performing Arts for this unique concert experience featuring a special guest from the films, the Philharmonic Orchestra & Choir of the Shire and Oscar-winning music by the likes of Ed Sheeran, Howard Shore, Annie Lennox, Enya and more great composers. The concert starts at 4:30 p.m. Tickets start at $59. MORE NASHVILLE NEWS!
$59
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9 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Nashville's monthly flea market weekend returns with over 800 hundred vendors from 30 states to shop from at the Nashville Fairgrounds (625 Smith Ave., Nashville). Parking is $5. About the Nashville Flea Market The Nashville Flea Market at The Fairgrounds Nashville is considered one of the top ten flea markets in the country. Approximately 800 to 1200 dealers and vendors from 30 states offer their wares to the buying public every month. Founded in 1969, the Nashville Flea Market has…
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
Come out to The Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) from 10 - 10:45 a.m. and learn all about snake adaptations and how they swallow their food whole with a live demonstration of education snakes getting fed. How many ribs do snakes have? What’s the difference between poisonous and venomous? These questions answered and more! MORE THINGS TO DO!
Join on Fridays at Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for this special interactive storytime for parents, caregivers and babies (0 to 18 months) at 10 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
See Christian Youth Theater (CYT), an after-school theater arts training program for students ages 4-18, perform this Disney classic on stage at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center (112 Everbright Ave, Franklin) on Feb. 27 at 2 p.m., Feb. 28 at 2 and 7 p.m. and March 1 at 3 p.m. Cost is $15. Run time is 90 minutes. Find more THINGS TO DO here!
$15
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The solution to the wintertime blues is Science of Beer! This unique, 21+ event at at Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) unites the beer-lover and science enthusiast in everyone from 6:30 - 10 p.m. In addition to enjoying unlimited craft beer samples from around the world, guests have access to the entire science center filled with interactive hands-on exhibits. Take in a starry show in the Sudekum Planetarium, watch brew-inspired live science demonstrations, and engage with local…
$40 – $65
Hear your favorite tunes from The Beatles inside The Parthenon at Centennial Park (2500 West End Ave., Nashville). On Jan. 30, the concert starts at 6:30 p.m. On Feb. 27, the concert starts at 8:45 p.m. Tickets start at $33. For ages 8 and older. Tentative Program Here Comes The Sun I Want To Hold Your Hand Help! Michelle Penny Lane Come Together We Can Work It Out While My Guitar Gently Weeps Lady Madonna Blackbird Here, There, and Everywhere…
$33
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17 events,
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
Nashville's monthly flea market weekend returns with over 800 hundred vendors from 30 states to shop from at the Nashville Fairgrounds (625 Smith Ave., Nashville). Parking is $5. About the Nashville Flea Market The Nashville Flea Market at The Fairgrounds Nashville is considered one of the top ten flea markets in the country. Approximately 800 to 1200 dealers and vendors from 30 states offer their wares to the buying public every month. Founded in 1969, the Nashville Flea Market has…
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Celebrate Mardi Gras with a live Dixie Land Band on a restored classic passenger train at Tennessee Central Railway Museum (220 Willow St., Nashville). Cost is $70 for coach. Boarding begins at 9 a.m. Train departs at 10 a.m. and arrival back in Nashville is 4 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$70
Ages 0 - 5 can enjoy this new immersive show running Thursdays thru Sundays.
$4 – $15.
Join Linebaugh Library (105 W. Vine St., Murfreesboro) for stories, songs, a puppet show and a special activity for all ages from 10 - 10:45 a.m. Their new “Versus” series of Saturday storytimes will feature "New vs. Classic" in January! MORE THINGS TO DO!
Families can join the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) in the Story Room for stories, songs and crafts on Saturdays from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 3 and older.
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Grab some friends and come support Special Olympics Tennessee athletes by jumping into the chilly waters of the Asurion Pool at Nissan Stadium Lot R. With a minimum of $75 in donations ($50 for students), each plunger receives the official Plunge medal, 2 beers from the beer garden and all bragging rights associated with such a brave endeavor. Registration starts at 10:30 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$75
Register to join at Nashville's Parthenon THIS Saturday. Hear a story, then make some art!
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
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