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Catch the bright and cheery, "Pomp, Snow and CIRQUEumstance"— a new show running at Gaylord Opryland through Dec. 31.
prices vary per attraction
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
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The Titans will take on the New Orleans Saints at Nissan Stadium (1 Titans Way, Nashville), with kickoff at noon. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Get tickets to enjoy this dazzling ballet including fanciful characters and a girl's magical journey with a Nutcracker Prince thru Dec. 28.
$53
Join Smyrna Parks Staff outside the Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy E, Smyrna) this winter at the synthetic ice skating Rink for skating, music, theme nights and hot chocolate! Hours differ by day of the week: Nov. 29 - Dec. 21 open Fridays from 4 - 8 p.m., Saturdays from 12 - 8 p.m. and Sundays 1 - 6 p.m. The the rink opens again Dec. 23 - Jan. 4 (closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New…
$5 – $7
Nashville Children's Theatre (25 Middleton St., Nashville) presents their adaptation of the classic E.B. White story on select Wednesdays through Jan. 4. Recommended for ages 5 - 10. Tickets are $37.50 for adults, $27.50 for youth. Tips for Bringing Littles to a Show Let your child know what to expect. Tell them if it will be dark or loud or crowded. Let them know that they need to be quiet (or at least whisper). If you're going with more than…
$27.50 – $37.50
The estate and garden's 10th annual light show is on now through Jan. 5.
$12 – $32
See this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
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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
Catch the bright and cheery, "Pomp, Snow and CIRQUEumstance"— a new show running at Gaylord Opryland through Dec. 31.
prices vary per attraction
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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! 
The popular free temporary ice skating rink returns to Veterans Memorial Park (115 Floyd Mayfield Drive, La Vergne) on Dec. 6, 7, 12, 14, 19, 20, 21, 29 and 30. Entry is first come, first served. Participants are allowed one hour of skate time that rotates out every hour. Hours vary. Skates are available for free, if needed. Snow Rink Hours: Saturday, Dec 6: 6 pm - 8 pm Sunday, Dec 7: 1 pm - 4 pm Friday, Dec 12:…
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Families with kids of all ages are invited to join at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) for a cozy night of cocoa and coloring from 4 - 6 p.m. All materials will be provided, registration is not required. MORE THINGS TO DO!
The estate and garden's 10th annual light show is on now through Jan. 5.
$12 – $32
See this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
The whole family will love driving through more than 200 displays while Christmas classics play on your car's radio now through Dec. 31.
$34.69
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Enjoy a robust hike through the sanctuary's hills and then cocoa and marshmallows afterward!
$11.00
Littles ages 1 – 4 enjoy games, crafts, hikes, experiments, live animals and more at Sam Davis Home (1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna) on the last Tuesday of every month from 10 – 11 a.m. Cost is $8 for toddlers and siblings, free for parents. Monthly themes September's theme is the "Arboretum Aventure." October's theme is "Punpkin Patch Party." November's theme is "Where is your Wigman?" December's theme is "New Years Eve Party" Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for…
Catch the bright and cheery, "Pomp, Snow and CIRQUEumstance"— a new show running at Gaylord Opryland through Dec. 31.
prices vary per attraction
Cheekwood’s (1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville) popular program for toddlers and their guardians gets a new seasonal spin. Throughout Holiday LIGHTS, drop-in style hands-on activities will be featured indoors in the warmth of the Frist Learning Center Art Studios on Dec. 2, 9, 16 and 20 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Storytime will also be held at 10 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Each week’s theme will be inspired by the changing seasons and will ensure guests of…
Included with General Admission or Membership
Nashville Children's Theatre (25 Middleton St., Nashville) presents their adaptation of the classic E.B. White story on select Wednesdays through Jan. 4. Recommended for ages 5 - 10. Tickets are $37.50 for adults, $27.50 for youth. Tips for Bringing Littles to a Show Let your child know what to expect. Tell them if it will be dark or loud or crowded. Let them know that they need to be quiet (or at least whisper). If you're going with more than…
$27.50 – $37.50
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!
The popular free temporary ice skating rink returns to Veterans Memorial Park (115 Floyd Mayfield Drive, La Vergne) on Dec. 6, 7, 12, 14, 19, 20, 21, 29 and 30. Entry is first come, first served. Participants are allowed one hour of skate time that rotates out every hour. Hours vary. Skates are available for free, if needed. Snow Rink Hours: Saturday, Dec 6: 6 pm - 8 pm Sunday, Dec 7: 1 pm - 4 pm Friday, Dec 12:…
Join Smyrna Parks Staff outside the Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy E, Smyrna) this winter at the synthetic ice skating Rink for skating, music, theme nights and hot chocolate! Hours differ by day of the week: Nov. 29 - Dec. 21 open Fridays from 4 - 8 p.m., Saturdays from 12 - 8 p.m. and Sundays 1 - 6 p.m. The the rink opens again Dec. 23 - Jan. 4 (closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New…
$5 – $7
Nashville Children's Theatre (25 Middleton St., Nashville) presents their adaptation of the classic E.B. White story on select Wednesdays through Jan. 4. Recommended for ages 5 - 10. Tickets are $37.50 for adults, $27.50 for youth. Tips for Bringing Littles to a Show Let your child know what to expect. Tell them if it will be dark or loud or crowded. Let them know that they need to be quiet (or at least whisper). If you're going with more than…
$27.50 – $37.50
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Wrap up 2025 with a dance party, glow game, art activities and a balloon drop at noon!
$8.00
Enjoy a robust hike through the sanctuary's hills and then cocoa and marshmallows afterward!
$11.00
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Celebrate the new year without staying up until midnight at this special New Year's Eve glow party.
Cost is included with admission; members are free
Catch the bright and cheery, "Pomp, Snow and CIRQUEumstance"— a new show running at Gaylord Opryland through Dec. 31.
prices vary per attraction
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Linebaugh Public Library (105 West Vine Street, Murfreesboro) is counting down to noon with a space-themed party to ring in the new year from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Join for stories, snacks, games, crafts and a balloon drop right at noon! MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Ring in 2026 nice and early with music, dancing, a photobooth and a countdown at noon.
Join Smyrna Parks Staff outside the Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy E, Smyrna) this winter at the synthetic ice skating Rink for skating, music, theme nights and hot chocolate! Hours differ by day of the week: Nov. 29 - Dec. 21 open Fridays from 4 - 8 p.m., Saturdays from 12 - 8 p.m. and Sundays 1 - 6 p.m. The the rink opens again Dec. 23 - Jan. 4 (closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New…
$5 – $7
Nashville Children's Theatre (25 Middleton St., Nashville) presents their adaptation of the classic E.B. White story on select Wednesdays through Jan. 4. Recommended for ages 5 - 10. Tickets are $37.50 for adults, $27.50 for youth. Tips for Bringing Littles to a Show Let your child know what to expect. Tell them if it will be dark or loud or crowded. Let them know that they need to be quiet (or at least whisper). If you're going with more than…
$27.50 – $37.50
The estate and garden's 10th annual light show is on now through Jan. 5.
$12 – $32
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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!
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Start the new year off on the right foot (no pun intended!) with a healthy outlook and exercise!
$32.98
Catch the bright and cheery, "Pomp, Snow and CIRQUEumstance"— a new show running at Gaylord Opryland through Dec. 31.
prices vary per attraction
The estate and garden's 10th annual light show is on now through Jan. 5.
$12 – $32
See this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
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11 events,
Enjoy a robust hike through the sanctuary's hills and then cocoa and marshmallows afterward!
$11.00
Catch the bright and cheery, "Pomp, Snow and CIRQUEumstance"— a new show running at Gaylord Opryland through Dec. 31.
prices vary per attraction
Get in on the fun at the Country Music Hall of Fame and come away with some new bracelets! 
Stack, topple, repeat! Join the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) for a drop-in block play program where toddlers can learn skills like problem-solving, spatial awareness and fine motor coordination. This is a drop-in, open-ended exploration program. Come and go at your convenience from 10 - 10:45 a.m. 
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!
Join Smyrna Parks Staff outside the Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy E, Smyrna) this winter at the synthetic ice skating Rink for skating, music, theme nights and hot chocolate! Hours differ by day of the week: Nov. 29 - Dec. 21 open Fridays from 4 - 8 p.m., Saturdays from 12 - 8 p.m. and Sundays 1 - 6 p.m. The the rink opens again Dec. 23 - Jan. 4 (closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New…
$5 – $7
Nashville Children's Theatre (25 Middleton St., Nashville) presents their adaptation of the classic E.B. White story on select Wednesdays through Jan. 4. Recommended for ages 5 - 10. Tickets are $37.50 for adults, $27.50 for youth. Tips for Bringing Littles to a Show Let your child know what to expect. Tell them if it will be dark or loud or crowded. Let them know that they need to be quiet (or at least whisper). If you're going with more than…
$27.50 – $37.50
The estate and garden's 10th annual light show is on now through Jan. 5.
$12 – $32
See this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
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16 events,
Enjoy a robust hike through the sanctuary's hills and then cocoa and marshmallows afterward!
$11.00
Catch the bright and cheery, "Pomp, Snow and CIRQUEumstance"— a new show running at Gaylord Opryland through Dec. 31.
prices vary per attraction
Meow! Come see the kitties this Saturday and Sunday at the Nashville Fairgrounds.
$10
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Put that New Year’s resolution to the test by braving the cold and checking out a rarely-seen trail around the other side of Stewart’s Creek at Gregory Mill Park (390 Enon Springs Road, Smyrna) from 10 - 11 a.m. Learn about some of the history behind Gregory Mill while enjoying the hidden natural beauty right in the center of town. There will be snacks available! 
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. 
The whole family is invited to put on their finest pajamas and come out to Parnassus Books (3900 Hillsboro Pike Suite 14, Nashville) for a special storytime from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 0 - 7. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Love Learning Music will be at Linebaugh Library (105 W. Vine St., Murfreesboro) to provide low-stimulation music activities and to talk with families about music therapy resources in the community from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
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Meow! Come see the kitties this Saturday and Sunday at the Nashville Fairgrounds.
$10
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
Join Smyrna Parks Staff outside the Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy E, Smyrna) this winter at the synthetic ice skating Rink for skating, music, theme nights and hot chocolate! Hours differ by day of the week: Nov. 29 - Dec. 21 open Fridays from 4 - 8 p.m., Saturdays from 12 - 8 p.m. and Sundays 1 - 6 p.m. The the rink opens again Dec. 23 - Jan. 4 (closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New…
$5 – $7
Nashville Children's Theatre (25 Middleton St., Nashville) presents their adaptation of the classic E.B. White story on select Wednesdays through Jan. 4. Recommended for ages 5 - 10. Tickets are $37.50 for adults, $27.50 for youth. Tips for Bringing Littles to a Show Let your child know what to expect. Tell them if it will be dark or loud or crowded. Let them know that they need to be quiet (or at least whisper). If you're going with more than…
$27.50 – $37.50
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Join the Grassland Dance Academy for its Team Winter Showcase on stage at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center (112 Everbright Ave, Franklin). This showcase is the only chance to see all the brand-new group and solo pieces before they hit the stage at regional events. There are two shows at 2 and 4 p.m. Cost is $20. Run time is 90 minutes. Find more THINGS TO DO here!
$20.00
The estate and garden's 10th annual light show is on now through Jan. 5.
$12 – $32
See this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
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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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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! 
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! 
Warm up with some sweet science at the Discovery Center's (502 SE Broad St., Murfreesboro) at 3 p.m. Guests will mix and stir their own hot chocolate, blending tasty ingredients to create a cozy drink. Top it off with marshmallows, whipped cream,or sprinkles — and enjoy your delicious, homemade winter treat! Cost is included with admission. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Adventure Science Center learning specialists will facilitate fun-filled hands-on STEM activities at the Nashville Public Library Edgehill branch (1409 12th Ave. S, Nashville) from 4 - 5 p.m. They explore a wide variety of science concepts through experiments and labs. MORE THINGS TO DO! |
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Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little! 
Let the smaller among us get in touch with their wild sides on Wednesdays in Murfreesboro.
$3
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! 
Get your child excited about reading with literacy fun.
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Can you still light a fire without matches? Join at The Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) where they will practice basic fire-starting skills with a ferro rod from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Equipment is provided, but we encourage you to bring your own if you have them! Free, but reservations are required. MORE THINGS TO DO! |
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The Hermitage's annual outdoor event is free and open to the public.
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!
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Hone your skills of spycraft, muster like militiamen, learn about specific men who assisted Andrew Jackson and practice orienteering and map skills at Andrew Jackson's Hermitage (4580 Rachels Lane, Hermitage) from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. This event complements the annual commemoration of the Battle of New Orleans, with free admission. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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!
See this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
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See the stand-up comedian and Tik Tok creator perform live at the Ryman Auditorium (116 Fifth Ave. N, Nashville) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $49.16. MORE CONCERTS!
$49.16
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Browse antique, art and garden dealers. Plus, keynote speaker Ina Garten!
$12 – $65
Get in on the fun at the Country Music Hall of Fame and come away with some new bracelets!
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 this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
Celebrate Opry 100 at Ryman Auditorium (116 Fifth Ave. N, Nashville), one of the original homes of the Grand Ole Opry on Fridays and Saturdays, Jan. 2 - 10. With performances from superstars, newcomers and legends — it’s never the same show twice! Come see the show that made country music famous as we highlight country music’s past, present and future! On Saturday, Jan. 10, there will be a special show honoring Hank Williams. All shows start at 7 p.m.…
$39
Start the year with brilliance as the Nashville Symphony celebrates the new year and Mozart’s 270th birthday inside the Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Place, Nashville). Rising conductor Gemma New leads the “Jupiter" Symphony, Mozart’s longest and final symphony. Pianist Conrad Tao returns with John Adams’ Century Rolls, a tribute to the golden age of piano music. Opening the program is Beethoven’s rousing Egmont Overture. There are twop performances on Jan. 9 - 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $20. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$20
Enjoy the music from Coldplay played by a string quartet under candlelight inside The Parthenon (2500 West End Ave., Nashville) at 6:45 p.m. Tickets start at $33. For ages 8 and older. Tentative Program Clocks Don’t Panic Speed of Sound Trouble Fix You Paradise In My Place Adventure of a Lifetime Hymn for the Weekend Yellow The Scientist A Sky Full of Stars Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and…
$34
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Browse antique, art and garden dealers. Plus, keynote speaker Ina Garten!
$12 – $65
Enjoy a robust hike through the sanctuary's hills and then cocoa and marshmallows afterward!
$11.00
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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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Thinking of signing your child up for ballet? Head to Nashville Ballet's Redmon Street studio on Saturday, Jan. 10.
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.
The whole family is invited to put on their finest pajamas and come out to Parnassus Books (3900 Hillsboro Pike Suite 14, Nashville) for a special storytime from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 0 - 7. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Spring is a time to celebrate the growth of new flowers, warmer weather and time off from school.
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
Spring is a time to celebrate the growth of new flowers, warmer weather and time off from school. |
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Make and decorate paper hats at Country Music Hall of Fame.
$5 – $24.95
Browse antique, art and garden dealers. Plus, keynote speaker Ina Garten!
$12 – $65
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
The Martin ArtQuest Gallery is newly revamped, plus enjoy a tour and fun gallery experiences THIS Sunday.
$18
See this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
Bust a move at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park (112 Everbright Ave., Franklin) with new and returning musical groups paying tribute to a variety of genres and artists. On Jan. 11, see "Sail On: The Beach Boys Tribute" at 2 and 7 p.m. On Jan. 18, see "The Possum: Quintessential George Jones Tribute" at 2 p.m. On Jan. 25, see "Midnight Special: A Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival" at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets are $30…
$27.50 – $55
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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 Jessi Alexander, The Warren Brothers and Members of the Nashville Symphony. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $30. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$30
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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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
Have your little ones enjoy music, games and fun physical activity as they explore, exercise and develop motor skills at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) from 10 - 10:45 a.m. This active program is ideal for children 2 - 5 years old. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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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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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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Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little!
Let the smaller among us get in touch with their wild sides on Wednesdays in Murfreesboro.
$3
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. 
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! |
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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!
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! A sweet and special storytime for babies ages 0 - 23 months and a caregiver.
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! 
Enjoy the opportunity to join the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) on a Thursday after school to create some art to take home from 4:30 - 6 p.m. For ages 7 - 17. Cost is $3 for members, $5 for non-members. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$3 – $5
See this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
Special needs families can explore exhibits with reduced noise, softer lighting and plenty of space THIS Thursday, Jan. 15. |
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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! 
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!
See this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
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A string quartet plays your favorite anthems by the iconic British group.
$33
See magician Justin Willman, best known as the star and creator of Netflix’s Magic for Humans and Magic Prank Show, perform live inside TPAC's Polk Theater (505 Deaderick St., Nashville) on Thuersday, Jan. 15 and Friday, Jan. 16 at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $50. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$50
This live concert experience re-frames some of John Coltrane’s most popular and influential works with lush orchestrations, accompanied by exclusive personal photographs inside the Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Place, Nashville). There are two performances on Thursday, Jan. 15 and Friday, Jan. 16 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $36. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$36
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Participants will learn a better way to tie their shoes, how to tie a bowline and rope whipping as well as practical uses for these and other simple knots at Warner Park Nature Center (7311 Highway 100, Nashville) from 9 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Enjoy a robust hike through the sanctuary's hills and then cocoa and marshmallows afterward!
$11.00
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Hear ye, hear ye! Celebrate the opening of "The Amazing Castle" exhibit THIS Saturday, Jan. 17 in Smyrna.
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Make a toy snowplow at your local Lowe's with your mini DIYer this Saturday! 
Register to join at Nashville's Parthenon this Saturday. Hear a story, then make some art!
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.
The whole family is invited to put on their finest pajamas and come out to Parnassus Books (3900 Hillsboro Pike Suite 14, Nashville) for a special storytime from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 0 - 7. MORE THINGS TO DO!
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
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Inspired by fashionable footwear featured in the museum galleries, young designers will create boot patterns to reflect their own personalities on select Sundays at the Country Music Hall of Fame (222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville) from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Included with admission; free to members. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$5 – $24.95
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
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The tale of the clever little mouse and the fearsome Gruffalo come to life THIS Sunday, Jan. 18 with a live orchestra.
$26
See this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
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
Bust a move at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park (112 Everbright Ave., Franklin) with new and returning musical groups paying tribute to a variety of genres and artists. On Jan. 11, see "Sail On: The Beach Boys Tribute" at 2 and 7 p.m. On Jan. 18, see "The Possum: Quintessential George Jones Tribute" at 2 p.m. On Jan. 25, see "Midnight Special: A Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival" at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets are $30…
$27.50 – $55
Enjoy the music from Coldplay played by a string quartet under candlelight inside The Parthenon (2500 West End Ave., Nashville) at 6:45 p.m. Tickets start at $33. For ages 8 and older. Tentative Program Clocks Don’t Panic Speed of Sound Trouble Fix You Paradise In My Place Adventure of a Lifetime Hymn for the Weekend Yellow The Scientist A Sky Full of Stars Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and…
$34
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Celebrate Dr. MLK Jr.'s life during the 40th annual march down Jefferson Street in Nashville.
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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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 can enjoy this flavor filled experience in the kitchen at the Discovery Center's (502 SE Broad St., Murfreesboro) on Tuesdays at 3 p.m. Use your math and science knowledge to whip up some yummy food while also gaining some basic cooking skills. Included with admission, while supplies last. Tasty Tuesday Schedule: On Jan. 20, make Italian Pasta On Jan. 27, make Red Riding Hood Blueberry Muffins MORE THINGS TO DO!
Kids weighing 50 pounds or more can try climbing the indoor rock wall at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center!
$2.00
The world's most popular musical returns inside TPAC's Jackson Hall (505 Deaderick Street, Nashville) with showings Jan. 20 - 25. Tickets start at $33. Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, it's a story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption. The score includes the songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” “Master of the House” and more. Tickets start at $72. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$72
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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
Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little!
Let the smaller among us get in touch with their wild sides on Wednesdays in Murfreesboro.
$3
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 at the Fairview Public Library (2240 Fairview Blvd., Fairview) for a fun, kid-friendly Minecraft session from 1:30 - 3 p.m. Register online. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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! 
Find out what goes bump in the night with Outdoor Murfreesboro.
The world's most popular musical returns inside TPAC's Jackson Hall (505 Deaderick Street, Nashville) with showings Jan. 20 - 25. Tickets start at $33. Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, it's a story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption. The score includes the songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” “Master of the House” and more. Tickets start at $72. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$72
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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
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! A sweet and special storytime for babies ages 0 - 23 months and a caregiver.
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!
Enjoy the opportunity to join the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) on a Thursday after school to create some art to take home from 4:30 - 6 p.m. For ages 7 - 17. Cost is $3 for members, $5 for non-members. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$3 – $5
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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…
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 this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
The world's most popular musical returns inside TPAC's Jackson Hall (505 Deaderick Street, Nashville) with showings Jan. 20 - 25. Tickets start at $33. Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, it's a story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption. The score includes the songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” “Master of the House” and more. Tickets start at $72. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$72
"Let it go" inside the Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Place, Nashville) on Friday, Jan. 23 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 24 !at 7:30 p.m; or Sunbday, Janb. 24 at 2 p.m. Fearless optimist, Princess Anna, sets off on an epic journey – teaming up with rugged mountain man, Kristoff, and his loyal reindeer Sven – to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a…
$50
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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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… 
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! 
Shop exhibitors with new and innovative ideas for Nashville home owners at The Fairgrounds Nashville (625 Smith Ave., Nashville) on Saturday, Jan. 24 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 25 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Parking is $10. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$5. – $16
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Learn the fundamentals of songwriting, including form, theme and rhyme scheme.
$5 – $24.95
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.
The whole family is invited to put on their finest pajamas and come out to Parnassus Books (3900 Hillsboro Pike Suite 14, Nashville) for a special storytime from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 0 - 7. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Register to join at Nashville's Parthenon this Saturday. Hear a story, then make some art!
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Rising 5th graders and above can enjoy this weeklong coding camp with the Boys and Girls Club.
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
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Meet Nashville Ballet at The Martin Center (3630 Redmon Street, Nashville) for an Intro to Ballet class! from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. See costumes and the studios where professional dancers train. Be prepared to stretch, bend and dance! Scouts will receive Nashville Ballet patches. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Draw inspiration from the trophies on view throughout the Museum, then create your own top prize from commonly found objects inside the Country Music Hall of Fame's Taylor Swift Education (222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville) from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Included with museum admission; Free to museum members. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$5 – $24.95
Shop exhibitors with new and innovative ideas for Nashville home owners at The Fairgrounds Nashville (625 Smith Ave., Nashville) on Saturday, Jan. 24 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 25 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Parking is $10. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$5. – $16
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…
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
Nashville Beatles brunches at City Winery Nashville (609 Lafayette St., Nashville) feature Forever Abbey Road with a band of touring pros plus special guest stars each month. Show starts at 12 p.m. and tickets start at $20. MORE CONCERTS!
$20 – $25
The world's most popular musical returns inside TPAC's Jackson Hall (505 Deaderick Street, Nashville) with showings Jan. 20 - 25. Tickets start at $33. Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, it's a story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption. The score includes the songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” “Master of the House” and more. Tickets start at $72. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$72
"Let it go" inside the Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Place, Nashville) on Friday, Jan. 23 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 24 !at 7:30 p.m; or Sunbday, Janb. 24 at 2 p.m. Fearless optimist, Princess Anna, sets off on an epic journey – teaming up with rugged mountain man, Kristoff, and his loyal reindeer Sven – to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a…
$50
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See what's buzzin' around with hands-on, exploratory STEAM learning for littles.
$4.00
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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Littles ages 1 – 4 enjoy games, crafts, hikes, experiments, live animals and more at Sam Davis Home (1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna) on the last Tuesday of every month from 10 – 11 a.m. Cost is $8 for toddlers and siblings, free for parents. Monthly themes September's theme is the "Arboretum Aventure." October's theme is "Punpkin Patch Party." November's theme is "Where is your Wigman?" December's theme is "New Years Eve Party" Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for…
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 can enjoy this flavor filled experience in the kitchen at the Discovery Center's (502 SE Broad St., Murfreesboro) on Tuesdays at 3 p.m. Use your math and science knowledge to whip up some yummy food while also gaining some basic cooking skills. Included with admission, while supplies last. Tasty Tuesday Schedule: On Jan. 20, make Italian Pasta On Jan. 27, make Red Riding Hood Blueberry Muffins MORE THINGS TO DO!
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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Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little!
Let the smaller among us get in touch with their wild sides on Wednesdays in Murfreesboro.
$3
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.
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!
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Celebrate the best of Irish culture and history THIS Wednesday inside TPAC's Polk Theater.
$52.50
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The Nashville Symphony's fourth iteration of Music in My Neighborhood, a musical residency in various Nashville neighborhoods, continues in January with a free ensemble performance at Nashville School of the Arts (1250 Foster Ave, Nashville) at 7:30 p.m. |
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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
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! A sweet and special storytime for babies ages 0 - 23 months and a caregiver.
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!
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K-5 youth and families are welcome to try out orchestral instruments with the help of Symphony musicians, staff and volunteers at the Coleman Community Center (384 Thompson Ln, Nashville) from 4 - 5 p.m. |
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Looking to get all of that energy out before naptime? Join at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) from 10 - 11 a.m. when you and your child (ages 0-3) can bop until you drop! They will have kid-friendly dance music, fun light-up toys and other activities to help bring in the funky fresh festivities. **Please note** Some of the strobe lighting, toys, and other components of our Baby Boogie may affect attendees who are vulnerable to photosensitive epilepsy…
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 this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
$2 – $25
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Heroes of the Underground Railroad, presented by Bright Star Touring Theatre, brings extraordinary stories to life on stage at Andrew Jackson's Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Lane, Hermitage), once a working plantation and the former home of President Andrew Jackson. The performance starts at 7 p.m. Adult tickets are $30. Kids ages 13 and younger are free. This powerful play highlights: The courage and resilience of those who risked everything to escape bondage The bravery of abolitionists who aided them along the…
$13 – $30.
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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WWE's NXT Live returns to Nashville for the first time in seven years inside The Pinnacle at Nashville Yards (910 Exchange Lane, Nashville) at 7:30 p.m. The evening features the best wrestling superstars, includihng Oba Femi, Jacy Jane, Ethan Page, Blake Monroe, Darkstate, Ricky Saints, Tatum Paxley, Je'von Evans and more. Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and lots more! MORE THINGS TO DO!
$40
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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As colder temperatures move in; the beauty of wild waterfalls change over to natural crystalline statues. Join for a moderate 3.1 mile hike through the trees to visit Machine falls in Tullahoma, TN. You will meet at the Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) at 8 a.m. and return around 3 p.m. Transportation will be provided. Cost is $15. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$15
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Jump into Boro Beach (2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro) in the winter for a polar bear plunge from 8 - 12 p.m. (plunge happens at 11 a.m.). This event will also include a variety of sampler exercise classes, an outside Fun Run, plenty of snacks, activities and more. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Stroll through a tropical indoor paradise at Cheekwood through March 2!
$3 – $26
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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 event will take place on Saturday, January 31, from 9:00–11:00 AM 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 hands-on, age-appropriate… 
This immersive theatrical adventure invites children ages 0–5 to sing, play, and celebrate in this down-home, tail-wagging good time! Created by Ernie Nolan, the show runs inside the Copeland Studio at Nashville Children's Theatre (25 Middleton St., Nashville), Jan. 31 through May 17, on Thursdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m., Saturdays at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. and Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Recommended for ages 0 - 5. A Snuggery 4-pack costs $15. READ OUR REVIEW! DAD REPORT: “Inside Out and…
$4 – $15.
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Enjoy a fun day of family fun and exploration where geocaches are hidden in containers on a family friendly course that you can only find using your GPS or smartphone at Owls Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road S, Brentwood). Cost for adults is $10 (ages 13+); children $8 (ages 12 - 5); children 4 and younger are free. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$4 – $13
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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Every month with 5 weeks and a 5th Saturday there will be an all-ages Saturday story time at the Nolensville Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) at 10:30 a.m. . MORE THINGS TO DO!
The whole family is invited to put on their finest pajamas and come out to Parnassus Books (3900 Hillsboro Pike Suite 14, Nashville) for a special storytime from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 0 - 7. MORE THINGS TO DO! |
Fore! Music City has a new indoor golf and entertainment venue, Five Iron Golf, with its first Tennessee
Don’t miss your chance to see the world’s best in Nashville this March.
Theme nights will feature special promotions, giveaways, live entertainment, musical performances and more.
Nashville SC’s Special Olympics Unified Team is holding tryouts for the 2026 season at the David Williams II
BOO! MTSU has lots of mid-week, Halloween fun planned for little "True Blue" fans.
This year, fans can trade the parking lot for the riverfront and enjoy football, food and entertainment aboard the General Jackson Showboat.
Train, develop and have fun with Nashville SC’s youth soccer camps this fall!
Enjoy bands, artists, DJs, food trucks, sponsor tents and activities before kickoff of the six home football games in 2025.
Nine kids will be chosen to participate in a pregame coin toss. Find out how to win this special opportunity for your child!
MTSU Athletics invites all Blue Raider fans to Johnny “Red” Floyd Stadium for the annual Fan Day on
