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Event Series: Nashville Zoo-Ventures at the Library

ZooVentures at the Library

July 12, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Ambassadors from the Nashville Zoo bring a variety of animals to teach kids about their animal friends at various Nashville Public Library branches. Find a program near you below.

2026 Nashville ZooVentures Schedule:

Tuesday, July 28 at 11 a.m. | Nashville Public Library Looby branch

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Date: July 12, 2025
Time:

10:30 am - 11:00 am

Series:

Nashville Zoo-Ventures at the Library

Event Categories: Animals, Family Fun, Free Events, Things to Do
Website: library.nashville.org

Venue

Various Nashville Public Library Branches
Nashville, TN United States + Google Map
Phone 615-297-880-3957
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Ages: All Ages, Big Kids, Little Kids

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			8 events 1 8 events, 1 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 1 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Tennessee Philharmonic Quartet at Linebaugh Library July 1 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Tennessee Philharmonic Quartet at Linebaugh Library Join at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St., Murfreesboro) at 10 a.m. for a fun concert of movie music and patriotic tunes just in time for the 4th of July. After the show, kids can participate in an instrument petting zoo! MORE THINGS TO DO!, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 1 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Afternoon Storytime at Linebaugh July 1 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Afternoon Storytime at Linebaugh Stories about dinos and history for ages 2 - 8., 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC July 1 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC Cool down on the patio at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) with ice pops and outdoor games on Wednesdays in July from 3 to 4 p.m. 07/01 – Water Balloons 07/08 – Chalk 07/15 – Bubbles 07/22 – Lawn Games 07/29 – Summer Finale!, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony July 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony THIS week! Dolly’s songs and stories come to life with the Nashville Symphony. $44, 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm Pajama Storytime at Smyrna Library July 1 @ 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm Pajama Storytime at Smyrna Library Children are encouraged to come dressed in their coziest pajamas and bring a stuffed animal friend as they listen to stories, sing songs and have lots of fun at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road W, Smyrna) on Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Nashville Sounds Baseball July 1 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Nashville Sounds Baseball The Sounds host Charlotte with a full slate of promotions, including "Bluey Night" on Saturday. Tickets vary for each game.	18 events 2 18 events, 2 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill July 2 @ 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill Ever wanted to explore Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood) in the cooler hours of the day? Curious about crepuscular critters? Come visit educational owls and wander the grounds as they extend hours to 8 p.m. on Thursday nights in July. Occasional evening pop-up mini-programs will be included with your day pass admission. Mini-program themes vary week to week. Stop by to find out what's happening at the Hill. Cost is $5 per person. MORE THINGS… $5, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 2 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:30 am - 11:30 am Franklin Fire Department Storytime July 2 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Franklin Fire Department Storytime Kids of all ages are invited to join for a special story time with the Franklin Fire Department at the Franklin Main Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 2 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 2 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:30 am - 11:00 am Storytime at Lane Motor Museum July 2 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Storytime at Lane Motor Museum Join for a special three-part summer children's reading series at Lane Motor Museum (702 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville). Led by Mia Myrick, your little ones will enjoy auto-themed stories, songs and activities geared toward 3-5 year olds on Thursdays, June 4, July 2 and August 6 from 10:30 - 11 a.m. Members are admitted free; non-members are $10 per adult, and children 5 & under are free. Use code STORY TIME for your discount before 10:30 am. MORE THINGS TO… $3 – $17, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Itty Bitty Storytime at Linebaugh Library July 2 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Itty Bitty Storytime at Linebaugh Library A sweet and special storytime for babies ages 0 - 23 months and a caregiver., 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony July 2 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony THIS week! Dolly’s songs and stories come to life with the Nashville Symphony. $44, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Science on the Patio at the TEC July 2 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Science on the Patio at the TEC Come join the fun at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) where they’re doing Dino-themed activities every Thursday in July from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. 07/02 – Pet Rocks 07/09 – Dino Family Finger Prints 07/16 – Pasta Paleontology 07/23 – Pottery Puzzle Hunt 07/30 – Dino Bookmarks, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Storytime at Fairview Library July 2 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Storytime at Fairview Library 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! + 8 More	14 events 3 14 events, 3 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 3 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 3 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 3 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:00 am - 10:45 am Baby and Me Playtime at Nolensville Library July 3 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am Baby and Me Playtime at Nolensville Library 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!, 10:00 am - 11:00 am STEAM Storytime at Smyrna Library July 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am STEAM Storytime at Smyrna Library Join the Smyrna Public Library for a special Valentine’s craft for families THIS Wednesday., 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Celebrate America’s 250th at The Wonders Center & Science Museum July 3 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Celebrate America’s 250th at The Wonders Center & Science Museum Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a special family event at The Wonders Center & Science Museum in Dickson on July 3. The first 250 guests through the doors will receive a FREE Planetarium ticket with paid museum admission—a $10 value per person. Families can journey through life-size dinosaur displays, authentic fossils, prehistoric sea creatures, live reptiles, hands-on STEM exhibits, 1000 year old authentic Bible scrolls, a one-million-volt Tesla coil demonstration, and one of the world's top-ten rated planetarium experiences. Guests can also explore the NEW Wonders of the Sea exhibit, showcasing colorful marine… $20 – $35, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” July 3 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” Enjoy a puppet show with your littles at the Downtown Nashville Main Library!, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th July 3 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th Here's everything you need to know about downtown Nashville’s BIG July 4th event., 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Goodlettsville Independence Day Celebration July 3 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Goodlettsville Independence Day Celebration Celebrate Independence Day THIS Friday with fireman’s foam, inflatables and fireworks!, 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm Hendersonville Freedom Festival July 3 @ 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm Hendersonville Freedom Festival Bring your lawn chairs for live music, a kids zone and a firework show. + 4 More	24 events 4 24 events, 4 8:00 am - 10:00 am Music City July 4th 5K July 4 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am Music City July 4th 5K Kick off your Music City July 4th celebration with a run through downtown Nashville!, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo July 4 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo THIS Saturday! Kids can cool down with waterslides and splash pools on Festival Field! Regular Zoo admission, 9:00 am - 11:00 am Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Breakfast July 4 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Breakfast Enjoy noshing while watching mermaids swim to music at the Aquarium Restaurant. $3 – $35, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 4 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Franklin on the Fourth July 4 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Franklin on the Fourth Enjoy live music, free games, quality craft and tasty food THIS July 4th in downtown Franklin., 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Make Suncatchers at the Country Music Hall of Fame July 4 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Make Suncatchers at the Country Music Hall of Fame Create a suncatcher inspired by the stained-glass at the Ryman. Included with museum admission; Free to museum members., 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Baby Farm Animal Days at Lucky Ladd July 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Baby Farm Animal Days at Lucky Ladd Fuzzy chicks, playful piglets, bouncing bunnies, goats and more on weekends in May! $17, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:30 am - 3:00 pm Music City Hot Chicken Festival July 4 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm Music City Hot Chicken Festival Spice things up this Fourth of July with hot chicken, a fire truck parade and more at Nashville's East Park., 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” July 4 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” Enjoy a puppet show with your littles at the Downtown Nashville Main Library! + 14 More
8 events 5 8 events, 5 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 5 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn July 5 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn Enjoy a beautiful Sunday with self guided tours at the Gentle Barn., 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 5 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 11:30 am - 3:30 pm Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours July 5 @ 11:30 am - 3:30 pm Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see! $3 – $65, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Nashville Sounds Baseball July 5 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Nashville Sounds Baseball The Sounds host Charlotte with a full slate of promotions, including "Bluey Night" on Saturday. Tickets vary for each game., 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Jazz on the Hillside / Bluegrass at the Barn July 5 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Jazz on the Hillside / Bluegrass at the Barn Live music, vineyard views and tasty food in Arrington., 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm ELO Laser Show July 5 @ 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm ELO Laser Show The Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) has some of that "Strange Magic" in laser lights in the Sudekum Planetarium from 4:15 - 4:45 p.m. Enjoy the songs you've heard over the decades, from Telephone Line to Mr. Blue Sky and more. Cost is $11 for non-members; $7 for members. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Track List: Tightrope Strange Magic Turn To Stone All Over The World Prologue-Twilight Telephone Line Don't Bring Me Down (2012 Version) Mr.… $15.00, 8:45 pm - 9:30 pm Fireworks at Nashville Shores July 5 @ 8:45 pm - 9:30 pm Fireworks at Nashville Shores Celebrate at Nashville Shores (4001 Bell Road, Nashville) with amazing fireworks displays on Friday, July 3 and Sunday, July 5. The waterpark attractions will close at 8 p.m. on fireworks nights, but the park and concessions will remain open until the fireworks (approximately 8:45 p.m.). Twilight tickets (after 4 p.m.) are $39.99 at the gate. MORE THINGS TO DO! $39.99	8 events 6 8 events, 6 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 6 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:30 am - 10:30 am Early Explorers STEM Storytime July 6 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Early Explorers STEM Storytime 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, 9:30 am - 10:30 am Baby Time at the Spring Hill Library July 6 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Baby Time at the Spring Hill Library Bring your preschoolers to a free introductory dance class., 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 6 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:30 am - 11:00 am Dance Party with Rachel Sumner July 6 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Dance Party with Rachel Sumner Dance to the rhythm with the children’s entertainer at various NPL branches., 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Mermaid Mondays at Nashville Shores July 6 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Mermaid Mondays at Nashville Shores Dive into a world of magic where guests can meet and pose for photos with a real-life mermaid every Monday in July at Nashville Shores (4001 Bell Road, Hermitage) in Barefootin’ Bay from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Enjoy mermaid games and prizes (while supplies last). Event is included with a season pass or day admission ($39.99 for kids; $59.99 for adults). MORE THINGS TO DO! $39.99, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ZooVentures at the Library July 6 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ZooVentures at the Library The zoo's free, live animal show visits the Nashville Public Library Looby branch THIS Tuesday., 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Murfreesboro Movie Under the Stars July 6 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Murfreesboro Movie Under the Stars Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to a free movie under the stars in Murfreesboro! The movies show at Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Pkwy) on Mondays, Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) on Tuesdays, Richard Siegel Park (515 Cherry Lane) on Thursdays and Fountains at Gateway (1500 Medical Center Pkwy) on Saturdays. Concessions will be available to purchase. Show starts at dark. 2026 Movie Schedule: July 13 – 18: “Up” (PG) July 20 – 25: “Pocahontas” (G) Mondays Barfield…	13 events 7 13 events, 7 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 7 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime July 7 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime Storytimes with Wishing Chair Productions are back! Don’t miss Library Pete, Dr. Ev and Mr. B as they sing, juggle and read lots of wonderful books for your family. Shows are presented at 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Theater at the downtown Nashville Public Library (615 Church St., Nashville). WISHING CHAIR HISTORY Tom Tichenor started putting on shows for the Nashville Public Library in 1938, at age 15. Hull inherited Tichenor’s marionettes, and he’s been the city’s…, 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library July 7 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library Littles ages 3 - 5 have 30-minute storytime Thursdays and Fridays at 10 or 10:45 a.m., 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 7 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:00 am - 12:00 pm TOTS! at Cheekwood July 7 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm TOTS! at Cheekwood IT'S BACK! Tots and guardians can enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays. Included with General Admission or Membership, 10:00 am - 11:00 am All-Ages Storytime at Linebaugh July 7 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am All-Ages Storytime at Linebaugh For its “Unearth a Story” summer reading program, Linebaugh Public Library's (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro) sharing stories about dinosaurs, history and curiosity. All-Ages Storytimes are intended for children ages 2-8 and feature a mix of stories, songs and puppet shows on select Tuesdays from 10 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 10:00 am - 10:30 am Toddler Time at Fairview Library July 7 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am Toddler Time at Fairview Library Rising 5th graders and above can enjoy this weeklong coding camp with the Boys and Girls Club., 10:15 am - 11:15 am Toddler Storytime at Nolensville Library July 7 @ 10:15 am - 11:15 am Toddler Storytime at Nolensville Library 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 10:30 a.m. as they sing, listen to stories, shake shakers and have fun. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Snake Feeding at the Wilderness Station July 7 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Snake Feeding at the Wilderness Station Come out to The Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) from 10 - 11 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!, 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm Family Movie Night at Rutherford County Farmers Market July 7 @ 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm Family Movie Night at Rutherford County Farmers Market The Rutherford County Farmers Market at Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Boulevard #101, Murfreesboro) is opening late on select Tuesdays from 2 - 7 p.m. this summer for family movie night (movies start at 5 p.m.). The new series kicks off on May 19 with Toy Story. 2026 Schedule: MORE FARMERS MARKETS! + 3 More	9 events 8 9 events, 8 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 8 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Runaway Puppet Theater at Linebaugh July 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Runaway Puppet Theater at Linebaugh Runaway Puppet Theater presents three stories at Linebaugh Library (105 W Vine St., Murfreesboro) from 10 - 11 a.m. in their new show for Summer Reading 2026: Tall Tales, Tiny Heroes! MORE THINGS TO DO!, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Kayak Float in Smyrna July 8 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Kayak Float in Smyrna Join in on the water as Smyrna Parks & Rec helps families launch from Jefferson Springs Recreation Area THIS Saturday. $5, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 8 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:30 am - 11:00 am Puppet Truck’s “The Little Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings” July 8 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Puppet Truck’s “The Little Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings” A puppet show with a cast of new friends!, 10:30 am - 11:00 am ZooVentures at the Library July 8 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am ZooVentures at the Library The zoo's free, live animal show visits the Nashville Public Library Looby branch THIS Tuesday., 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Afternoon Storytime at Linebaugh July 8 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Afternoon Storytime at Linebaugh Stories about dinos and history for ages 2 - 8., 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC July 8 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC Cool down on the patio at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) with ice pops and outdoor games on Wednesdays in July from 3 to 4 p.m. 07/01 – Water Balloons 07/08 – Chalk 07/15 – Bubbles 07/22 – Lawn Games 07/29 – Summer Finale!, 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm Pajama Storytime at Smyrna Library July 8 @ 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm Pajama Storytime at Smyrna Library Children are encouraged to come dressed in their coziest pajamas and bring a stuffed animal friend as they listen to stories, sing songs and have lots of fun at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road W, Smyrna) on Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!	19 events 9 19 events, 9 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill July 9 @ 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill Ever wanted to explore Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood) in the cooler hours of the day? Curious about crepuscular critters? Come visit educational owls and wander the grounds as they extend hours to 8 p.m. on Thursday nights in July. Occasional evening pop-up mini-programs will be included with your day pass admission. Mini-program themes vary week to week. Stop by to find out what's happening at the Hill. Cost is $5 per person. MORE THINGS… $5, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 9 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library July 9 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library Littles ages 3 - 5 have 30-minute storytime Thursdays and Fridays at 10 or 10:45 a.m., 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 9 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 9 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:00 am - 11:30 am Goal! A Soccer Celebration at Spring Hill Library July 9 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Goal! A Soccer Celebration at Spring Hill Library Join at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill) at 10 or 11 a.m. for a unique storytime, just in time for the World Cup! They'll have a local coach and talented players share a few soccer storybooks, show off some skills and share their soccer excitement. They'll show you some of their favorite soccer skills and tricks and share what they love about the game. In celebration of the World Cup, please wear your favorite soccer…, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival July 9 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival Lucky Ladd Farms' sunflower fields are in full bloom THIS weekend with local crafts, yummy foods and live entertainment. $2 – $17, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Itty Bitty Storytime at Linebaugh Library July 9 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Itty Bitty Storytime at Linebaugh Library A sweet and special storytime for babies ages 0 - 23 months and a caregiver., 10:30 am - 11:00 am ZooVentures at the Library July 9 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am ZooVentures at the Library The zoo's free, live animal show visits the Nashville Public Library Looby branch THIS Tuesday., 11:00 am - 11:30 am Puppet Truck’s “The Little Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings” July 9 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am Puppet Truck’s “The Little Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings” A puppet show with a cast of new friends! + 9 More	16 events 10 16 events, 10 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 10 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 10 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Critter Craze in Goodlettsville July 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Critter Craze in Goodlettsville Come check out what Nashville Zoo ZooVentures is bringing to Delmas Long Community Center (200 Memorial Drive Goodlettsville). They will be bringing three different types of species in this program from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Christmas in July at Nashville Shores July 10 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Christmas in July at Nashville Shores Hurry, hurry, call the sitter! This splash is just for the adults among us and that means YOU! $10 – $29.99, 10:00 am - 10:45 am Baby and Me Playtime at Nolensville Library July 10 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am Baby and Me Playtime at Nolensville Library 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!, 10:00 am - 11:00 am STEAM Storytime at Smyrna Library July 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am STEAM Storytime at Smyrna Library Join the Smyrna Public Library for a special Valentine’s craft for families THIS Wednesday., 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival July 10 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival Lucky Ladd Farms' sunflower fields are in full bloom THIS weekend with local crafts, yummy foods and live entertainment. $2 – $17, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” July 10 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” Enjoy a puppet show with your littles at the Downtown Nashville Main Library!, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tales at Twilight July 10 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tales at Twilight Bring the family for Metro Parks Music’s hour-long family performances offering interactive magic, stories, dance and music. Happens on select Fridays in July from 4 - 5 p.m. at various Nashville community centers. 2026 Tales at Twilight Schedule: June 26th: A Magic Show with Bruce Amato Location: Madison Community Center (550 North Dupont Avenue Madison) July 10th: Centennial Youth Ballet Location: Sevier Park Community Center (3021 Lealand Lane Nashville) July 17th: Improv Fun with Rat Dude! Location: Shelby Park Community… + 6 More	18 events 11 18 events, 11 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 11 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Dinosaur Adventure at The Fairgrounds Nashville July 11 @ 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Dinosaur Adventure at The Fairgrounds Nashville Step into the world of prehistoric giants at The Fairgrounds Nashville Expo 1 building (401 Wingrove St., Nashville) on Saturday, July 11 from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Sunday, July 12 from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. This unique exhibit showcases life-sized, realistic dinosaurs that move and roar just like the real thing! Kids can dive into fun-filled activities, including Jurassic scooters, themed obstacle courses, a prehistoric playground, dinosaur rides and more. Tickets for adults are $32.78; tickets for… $2 – $44.14, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo July 11 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo THIS Saturday! Kids can cool down with waterslides and splash pools on Festival Field! Regular Zoo admission, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Archery Basics at Bells Bend Nature Center July 11 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Archery Basics at Bells Bend Nature Center Whether you're taking your first steps into the world of archery or you're a seasoned archer with a quiver full of experience, join at Bells Bend Nature Center (4187 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville) from 9 - 11 a.m. or 1 - 3 p.m. to practice this skill. Bows and arrows provided. Wear closed toed shoes. Call to register., 9:30 am - 10:30 am Fam Jam at Country Music Hall of Fame July 11 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Fam Jam at Country Music Hall of Fame Encourage your child's development through moving, singing and listening on the first Saturday of each month. Included with admission; free to members., 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 11 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Museum Fun Day at Lane Motor Museum July 11 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Museum Fun Day at Lane Motor Museum Enjoy a special event day THIS Saturday at the Lane Motor Museum in Nashville. $3 – $17, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival July 11 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival Lucky Ladd Farms' sunflower fields are in full bloom THIS weekend with local crafts, yummy foods and live entertainment. $2 – $17, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” July 11 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” Enjoy a puppet show with your littles at the Downtown Nashville Main Library!, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Parnassus Books Storytime July 11 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Parnassus Books Storytime It's Friends of Fantasy Day at Parnassus — bring the kids for storytime. + 8 More
11 events 12 11 events, 12 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 12 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:00 am - 7:00 pm Dinosaur Adventure at The Fairgrounds Nashville July 12 @ 9:00 am - 7:00 pm Dinosaur Adventure at The Fairgrounds Nashville Step into the world of prehistoric giants at The Fairgrounds Nashville Expo 1 building (401 Wingrove St., Nashville) on Saturday, July 11 from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Sunday, July 12 from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. This unique exhibit showcases life-sized, realistic dinosaurs that move and roar just like the real thing! Kids can dive into fun-filled activities, including Jurassic scooters, themed obstacle courses, a prehistoric playground, dinosaur rides and more. Tickets for adults are $32.78; tickets for… $2 – $44.14, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn July 12 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn Enjoy a beautiful Sunday with self guided tours at the Gentle Barn., 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 12 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival July 12 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival Lucky Ladd Farms' sunflower fields are in full bloom THIS weekend with local crafts, yummy foods and live entertainment. $2 – $17, 11:30 am - 3:30 pm Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours July 12 @ 11:30 am - 3:30 pm Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see! $3 – $65, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Rock N Roll Playhouse: Little Royals – A Prince Celebration July 12 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Rock N Roll Playhouse: Little Royals – A Prince Celebration Bring the whole family to the National Museum of African American Music (510 Broadway, Nashville) from 12 - 2 p.m. for a joyful, interactive concert experience celebrating the music and legacy of the one and only Prince. Designed for kids and families, this high-energy performance features a live band playing Prince-inspired favorites while encouraging singing, dancing and creative movement. Cost is $20. $20, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Frist Arts Fest July 12 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Frist Arts Fest Attention, Nashville art lovers! Join the Frist Art Museum (919 Broadway, Nashville) from 1 - 5 p.m. for performances, art making, demonstrations, music and more celebrating the following exhibitions: International Surrealism from Tate: Fifty Years of Dreams Anila Quayyum Agha: Interwoven An Indigenous Present Plexus No. 47 Cost is free for members and guests ages 18 and younger; $20 for adults. MORE PHOTOS $18 – $20, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm RoboTEC Robotics Club July 12 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm RoboTEC Robotics Club Get ready to build, code and create! Youth ages 10 and older can visit the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) on select Sundays for this hands-on program exploring the world of robotics through fun challenges, teamwork and creative problem-solving from 1 - 3 p.m., 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Jazz on the Hillside / Bluegrass at the Barn July 12 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Jazz on the Hillside / Bluegrass at the Barn Live music, vineyard views and tasty food in Arrington. + 1 More	5 events 13 5 events, 13 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 13 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:30 am - 10:30 am Early Explorers STEM Storytime July 13 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Early Explorers STEM Storytime 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, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 13 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Mermaid Mondays at Nashville Shores July 13 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Mermaid Mondays at Nashville Shores Dive into a world of magic where guests can meet and pose for photos with a real-life mermaid every Monday in July at Nashville Shores (4001 Bell Road, Hermitage) in Barefootin’ Bay from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Enjoy mermaid games and prizes (while supplies last). Event is included with a season pass or day admission ($39.99 for kids; $59.99 for adults). MORE THINGS TO DO! $39.99, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Murfreesboro Movie Under the Stars July 13 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Murfreesboro Movie Under the Stars Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to a free movie under the stars in Murfreesboro! The movies show at Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Pkwy) on Mondays, Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) on Tuesdays, Richard Siegel Park (515 Cherry Lane) on Thursdays and Fountains at Gateway (1500 Medical Center Pkwy) on Saturdays. Concessions will be available to purchase. Show starts at dark. 2026 Movie Schedule: July 13 – 18: “Up” (PG) July 20 – 25: “Pocahontas” (G) Mondays Barfield…	11 events 14 11 events, 14 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 14 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime July 14 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime Storytimes with Wishing Chair Productions are back! Don’t miss Library Pete, Dr. Ev and Mr. B as they sing, juggle and read lots of wonderful books for your family. Shows are presented at 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Theater at the downtown Nashville Public Library (615 Church St., Nashville). WISHING CHAIR HISTORY Tom Tichenor started putting on shows for the Nashville Public Library in 1938, at age 15. Hull inherited Tichenor’s marionettes, and he’s been the city’s…, 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library July 14 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library Littles ages 3 - 5 have 30-minute storytime Thursdays and Fridays at 10 or 10:45 a.m., 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 14 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:00 am - 12:00 pm TOTS! at Cheekwood July 14 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm TOTS! at Cheekwood IT'S BACK! Tots and guardians can enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays. Included with General Admission or Membership, 10:00 am - 11:00 am All-Ages Storytime at Linebaugh July 14 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am All-Ages Storytime at Linebaugh For its “Unearth a Story” summer reading program, Linebaugh Public Library's (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro) sharing stories about dinosaurs, history and curiosity. All-Ages Storytimes are intended for children ages 2-8 and feature a mix of stories, songs and puppet shows on select Tuesdays from 10 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 10:00 am - 10:30 am Toddler Time at Fairview Library July 14 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am Toddler Time at Fairview Library Rising 5th graders and above can enjoy this weeklong coding camp with the Boys and Girls Club., 10:15 am - 11:15 am Toddler Storytime at Nolensville Library July 14 @ 10:15 am - 11:15 am Toddler Storytime at Nolensville Library 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 10:30 a.m. as they sing, listen to stories, shake shakers and have fun. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony July 14 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony THIS Thursday! Dolly’s songs and stories come to life with the Nashville Symphony. $44, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Murfreesboro Movie Under the Stars July 14 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Murfreesboro Movie Under the Stars Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to a free movie under the stars in Murfreesboro! The movies show at Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Pkwy) on Mondays, Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) on Tuesdays, Richard Siegel Park (515 Cherry Lane) on Thursdays and Fountains at Gateway (1500 Medical Center Pkwy) on Saturdays. Concessions will be available to purchase. Show starts at dark. 2026 Movie Schedule: July 13 – 18: “Up” (PG) July 20 – 25: “Pocahontas” (G) Mondays Barfield… + 1 More	9 events 15 9 events, 15 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 15 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Summer Reading Grand Finale Foam Party and Field Day July 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Summer Reading Grand Finale Foam Party and Field Day Linebaugh and MGL branches are teaming up to offer one epic Foam Party & Field Day for the city of Murfreesboro. Celebrate the end of the "Unearth a Story" summer reading program starting at 9 a.m. inside the MGL branch (521 Dr Martin Luther King, Jr Blvd., Murfreesboro), and then head outside Patterson Park to enjoy a Foamboree Foam Party, community vendors, the Bookmobile and access to the brand new splash pad and playground! MORE THINGS TO DO!, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 15 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Farmer Jason at Brentwood Library July 15 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Farmer Jason at Brentwood Library Everyone is invited to get involved with sing-alongs, dancing and discussions about nature appreciation, ecology and farm animals at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) at 1 p.m. For families and children, ages 3 and up, in the Meeting Rooms. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm ZooVentures at the Library July 15 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm ZooVentures at the Library The zoo's free, live animal show visits the Nashville Public Library Looby branch THIS Tuesday., 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC July 15 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC Cool down on the patio at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) with ice pops and outdoor games on Wednesdays in July from 3 to 4 p.m. 07/01 – Water Balloons 07/08 – Chalk 07/15 – Bubbles 07/22 – Lawn Games 07/29 – Summer Finale!, 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm Pajama Storytime at Smyrna Library July 15 @ 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm Pajama Storytime at Smyrna Library Children are encouraged to come dressed in their coziest pajamas and bring a stuffed animal friend as they listen to stories, sing songs and have lots of fun at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Road W, Smyrna) on Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Night Sounds Hike at the Wilderness Station July 15 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Night Sounds Hike at the Wilderness Station Find out what goes bump in the night with Outdoor Murfreesboro., 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Paul Simon at FirstBank Amphitheater July 15 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Paul Simon at FirstBank Amphitheater See the legendary musician perform live at FirstBank Amphitheater (4525 Graystone Quarry Ln., Franklin) at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $82. READ MORE! Shows at FirstBank Amphitheater in 2026 MORE CONCERTS! $82	17 events 16 17 events, 16 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill July 16 @ 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill Ever wanted to explore Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood) in the cooler hours of the day? Curious about crepuscular critters? Come visit educational owls and wander the grounds as they extend hours to 8 p.m. on Thursday nights in July. Occasional evening pop-up mini-programs will be included with your day pass admission. Mini-program themes vary week to week. Stop by to find out what's happening at the Hill. Cost is $5 per person. MORE THINGS… $5, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 16 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:30 am - 11:30 am Demonstration Day in Goodlettsville July 16 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Demonstration Day in Goodlettsville Touch trucks and learn about history, too THIS Friday at Goodlettsville's Moss-Wright Park. $5 – $9, 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library July 16 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library Littles ages 3 - 5 have 30-minute storytime Thursdays and Fridays at 10 or 10:45 a.m., 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 16 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 16 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival July 16 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival Lucky Ladd Farms' sunflower fields are in full bloom THIS weekend with local crafts, yummy foods and live entertainment. $2 – $17, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Rodney the Magician Magic Show July 16 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Rodney the Magician Magic Show Enjoy a children's comedy magic show at lots of various Middle Tennessee venues, including: Wednesday, June 3: Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 25: Hadley Park Community Center (1037 28th Ave. N, Nashville) at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 16: Church Street Park (600 Church St, Nashville) at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 25: the Nashville Public Library East branch (206 Gallatin Ave., Nashville) at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 8: the Nashville Public Library Edmondson Pike branch…, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Science on the Patio at the TEC July 16 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Science on the Patio at the TEC Come join the fun at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) where they’re doing Dino-themed activities every Thursday in July from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. 07/02 – Pet Rocks 07/09 – Dino Family Finger Prints 07/16 – Pasta Paleontology 07/23 – Pottery Puzzle Hunt 07/30 – Dino Bookmarks, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Storytime at Fairview Library July 16 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Storytime at Fairview Library 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! + 7 More	16 events 17 16 events, 17 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 17 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 17 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 17 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:00 am - 11:00 am STEAM Storytime at Smyrna Library July 17 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am STEAM Storytime at Smyrna Library Join the Smyrna Public Library for a special Valentine’s craft for families THIS Wednesday., 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival July 17 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival Lucky Ladd Farms' sunflower fields are in full bloom THIS weekend with local crafts, yummy foods and live entertainment. $2 – $17, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” July 17 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” Enjoy a puppet show with your littles at the Downtown Nashville Main Library!, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tales at Twilight July 17 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tales at Twilight Bring the family for Metro Parks Music’s hour-long family performances offering interactive magic, stories, dance and music. Happens on select Fridays in July from 4 - 5 p.m. at various Nashville community centers. 2026 Tales at Twilight Schedule: June 26th: A Magic Show with Bruce Amato Location: Madison Community Center (550 North Dupont Avenue Madison) July 10th: Centennial Youth Ballet Location: Sevier Park Community Center (3021 Lealand Lane Nashville) July 17th: Improv Fun with Rat Dude! Location: Shelby Park Community…, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sensory Night at Belle Meade July 17 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sensory Night at Belle Meade Bring the family and enjoy games, activities, crafts, and sensory-friendly tours at Belle Meade Mansion (5025 Harding Pike, Nashville) from 5 - 7 p.m. Cost is $12 for ages 5 and older. MORE THINGS TO DO! $12 – $18, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Stones River Kayaking July 17 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Stones River Kayaking Meet at the river for a casual paddle down Murfreesboro's Stones River from 5 - 8 p.m. Wildlife, birds and wildflowers are sure to appear on this excursion! Space is limited and registration is required. Equipment and instructions will be provided. Locations on the Stones River to be determined based on current water levels. Cost is $15 per person. For ages 10 and older. Must register. MORE THINGS TO DO! $15, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Skate Jam in Spring Hill July 17 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Skate Jam in Spring Hill Get ready for an exciting evening of skating at Walnut Street Skate Park (114 Walnut Street, Spring Hill) starting at 6 p.m. This all-ages event is open to skaters of all skill levels, with contest divisions for Beginner (ages 5-13), Intermediate (ages 14–17), and Advanced (18+). Whether you’re just learning or landing serious tricks, there’s a spot for you to compete! Entry is free and everyone is welcome — just bring your board, your best tricks and your excitement! Helmets… + 6 More	23 events 18 23 events, 18 9:00 am - 11:00 am Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Breakfast July 18 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Breakfast Enjoy noshing while watching mermaids swim to music at the Aquarium Restaurant. $3 – $35, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 18 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo July 18 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo THIS Saturday! Kids can cool down with waterslides and splash pools on Festival Field! Regular Zoo admission, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Music City Grand Prix July 18 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Music City Grand Prix Pre-race activities for kids and then the roar of the engines for all. What a weekend! $10 – $90, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 18 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Music City Drum Show July 18 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Music City Drum Show Feel the beat at the 6th annual event celebrating all things drums! Show percussion products from industry authorities, plus see live clinics and more July 18 - 19 at The Fairgrounds Nashville (625 Smith Ave., Nashville) from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. General admission is $25; kids ages 5 - 12 are $15. Parking is $10. MORE THINGS TO DO! $3 – $19.50, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Murder Mystery Excursion Train July 18 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Murder Mystery Excursion Train Enjoy a train ride on a restored classic streamlined stainless steel passenger train at Tennessee Central Railway Museum (220 Willow St., Nashville). During this 90-mile round trip, enjoy a short progressive murder mystery play performed right in your car during the trip to and from Watertown! Act I takes place on the eastbound trip and Act II takes place on the Westbound trip. Each Act is about 5 to 7 minutes long since the play actors repeat the play in… $12 – $70, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Hike with Jane at the Wilderness Station July 18 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Hike with Jane at the Wilderness Station 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!, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm The Curious Naturalist July 18 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm The Curious Naturalist What curious nature mystery will you explore today? Stop by the Warner Park Nature Center (7311 Highway 100, Nashville) and discover fascinating wildlife, plant life and more with a naturalist from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Adults and families welcome. On July 18, cool off in the creek while fishing for crawdads! FIND MORE THINGS TO DO FOR YOUR SPRING!, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival July 18 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival Lucky Ladd Farms' sunflower fields are in full bloom THIS weekend with local crafts, yummy foods and live entertainment. $2 – $17 + 13 More
11 events 19 11 events, 19 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 19 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn July 19 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn Enjoy a beautiful Sunday with self guided tours at the Gentle Barn., 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 19 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Music City Drum Show July 19 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Music City Drum Show Feel the beat at the 6th annual event celebrating all things drums! Show percussion products from industry authorities, plus see live clinics and more July 18 - 19 at The Fairgrounds Nashville (625 Smith Ave., Nashville) from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. General admission is $25; kids ages 5 - 12 are $15. Parking is $10. MORE THINGS TO DO! $3 – $19.50, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival July 19 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival Lucky Ladd Farms' sunflower fields are in full bloom THIS weekend with local crafts, yummy foods and live entertainment. $2 – $17, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Music City Grand Prix July 19 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Music City Grand Prix Pre-race activities for kids and then the roar of the engines for all. What a weekend! $10 – $90, 11:30 am - 3:30 pm Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours July 19 @ 11:30 am - 3:30 pm Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see! $3 – $65, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Family Float in Smyrna July 19 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Family Float in Smyrna Come out to Sharp Springs Natural Area (1000 Espey Drive, Smyrna) for a family float on the water from 1 - 3 p.m. Boats, PFD’s, paddles, and headlamps provided; bug spray is recommended; bring a bottle of water and clothes that can get wet. For ages 5 and older. Cost is $2. Register online. MORE THINGS TO DO! $2.00, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Nashville Sounds Baseball July 19 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Nashville Sounds Baseball The Sounds host Charlotte with a full slate of promotions, including "Bluey Night" on Saturday. Tickets vary for each game., 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire July 19 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire Glow-in-the-dark monster trucks with a laser show? Check it out THIS weekend at Bridgestone Arena. $38 + 1 More	5 events 20 5 events, 20 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 20 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:30 am - 10:30 am Early Explorers STEM Storytime July 20 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Early Explorers STEM Storytime 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, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 20 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:30 am - 11:00 am Dance Party with Rachel Sumner July 20 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Dance Party with Rachel Sumner Dance to the rhythm with the children’s entertainer at various NPL branches., 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Mermaid Mondays at Nashville Shores July 20 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Mermaid Mondays at Nashville Shores Dive into a world of magic where guests can meet and pose for photos with a real-life mermaid every Monday in July at Nashville Shores (4001 Bell Road, Hermitage) in Barefootin’ Bay from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Enjoy mermaid games and prizes (while supplies last). Event is included with a season pass or day admission ($39.99 for kids; $59.99 for adults). MORE THINGS TO DO! $39.99	8 events 21 8 events, 21 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 21 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library July 21 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library Littles ages 3 - 5 have 30-minute storytime Thursdays and Fridays at 10 or 10:45 a.m., 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime July 21 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime Storytimes with Wishing Chair Productions are back! Don’t miss Library Pete, Dr. Ev and Mr. B as they sing, juggle and read lots of wonderful books for your family. Shows are presented at 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Theater at the downtown Nashville Public Library (615 Church St., Nashville). WISHING CHAIR HISTORY Tom Tichenor started putting on shows for the Nashville Public Library in 1938, at age 15. Hull inherited Tichenor’s marionettes, and he’s been the city’s…, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 21 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:00 am - 12:00 pm TOTS! at Cheekwood July 21 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm TOTS! at Cheekwood IT'S BACK! Tots and guardians can enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays. Included with General Admission or Membership, 10:00 am - 10:30 am Toddler Time at Fairview Library July 21 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am Toddler Time at Fairview Library Rising 5th graders and above can enjoy this weeklong coding camp with the Boys and Girls Club., 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Family Jam with BenAnna Band at Brentwood Library July 21 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Family Jam with BenAnna Band at Brentwood Library Come join the BenAnna Band for a family-friendly music concert at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) from 1 to 2 p.m. Kids will go bananas for this high-energy musical duo, with kids and adults singing, dancing and playing along on live instruments!, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony July 21 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony THIS Thursday! Dolly’s songs and stories come to life with the Nashville Symphony. $44	7 events 22 7 events, 22 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 22 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Kid’s Day in Franklin July 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Kid’s Day in Franklin It's Water Day in Franklin's Pinkerton Park! Enjoy water slides, sprinklers and an appearance from our friends at Foamboree!, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Dino Dig at Franklin Library July 22 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Dino Dig at Franklin Library Head to Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) to enjoy a dinosaur dig full of sensory experiences from 9:30 - 10:30 (for ages 0 - 2) or 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. (for ages 3 - 5). MORE THINGS TO DO!, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 22 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC July 22 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC Cool down on the patio at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) with ice pops and outdoor games on Wednesdays in July from 3 to 4 p.m. 07/01 – Water Balloons 07/08 – Chalk 07/15 – Bubbles 07/22 – Lawn Games 07/29 – Summer Finale!, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Nashville SC Home Games July 22 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Nashville SC Home Games 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. Check out their theme nights HERE. For tickets, click HERE. If You Bring the Kids Tag-a-Kid Program: This program lets you get a wristband displaying parent and child information, and your seating location in case you get separated from your… $25, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Lindsey Stirling at Ascend Amphitheater July 22 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Lindsey Stirling at Ascend Amphitheater Known for her quirky style and funky dance moves, Stirling mixes violin with a variety of music styles at Ascend Amphitheater (310 1st Avenue South, Nashville). The concert starts at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $31. MORE THINGS TO DO! $31	16 events 23 16 events, 23 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill July 23 @ 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill Ever wanted to explore Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood) in the cooler hours of the day? Curious about crepuscular critters? Come visit educational owls and wander the grounds as they extend hours to 8 p.m. on Thursday nights in July. Occasional evening pop-up mini-programs will be included with your day pass admission. Mini-program themes vary week to week. Stop by to find out what's happening at the Hill. Cost is $5 per person. MORE THINGS… $5, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 23 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library July 23 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library Littles ages 3 - 5 have 30-minute storytime Thursdays and Fridays at 10 or 10:45 a.m., 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Pottery with Giant’s Palm Pottery at Nolensville Library July 23 @ 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Pottery with Giant’s Palm Pottery at Nolensville Library Kids ages 6-12 are invited to join at the Nolensville Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for a pottery class where you can make air-dry clay dinosaurs to take home. Registration is required. Kids can come at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. Teens and adults can come at 4:40 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 23 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 23 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Turtle Talk at The Wilderness Station July 23 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Turtle Talk at The Wilderness Station Celebrate the world of turtles at The Wilderness Station in Murfreesboro., 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival July 23 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival Lucky Ladd Farms' sunflower fields are in full bloom THIS weekend with local crafts, yummy foods and live entertainment. $2 – $17, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Science on the Patio at the TEC July 23 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Science on the Patio at the TEC Come join the fun at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) where they’re doing Dino-themed activities every Thursday in July from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. 07/02 – Pet Rocks 07/09 – Dino Family Finger Prints 07/16 – Pasta Paleontology 07/23 – Pottery Puzzle Hunt 07/30 – Dino Bookmarks, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Storytime at Fairview Library July 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Storytime at Fairview Library 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! + 6 More	14 events 24 14 events, 24 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 24 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 24 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 24 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Fantasia Friday and The Foam Zone in Goodlettsville July 24 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Fantasia Friday and The Foam Zone in Goodlettsville Come check out a little comedy, a little magic and a whole lot of fun in Moss Wright Park (745 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville) from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. First, see Nashville magician Rodney Kelley. Then, the "Foam Zone" is a fun, bubble experience. Don't forget to bring your towel! MORE THINGS TO DO!, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival July 24 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival Lucky Ladd Farms' sunflower fields are in full bloom THIS weekend with local crafts, yummy foods and live entertainment. $2 – $17, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” July 24 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” Enjoy a puppet show with your littles at the Downtown Nashville Main Library!, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tales at Twilight July 24 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tales at Twilight Bring the family for Metro Parks Music’s hour-long family performances offering interactive magic, stories, dance and music. Happens on select Fridays in July from 4 - 5 p.m. at various Nashville community centers. 2026 Tales at Twilight Schedule: June 26th: A Magic Show with Bruce Amato Location: Madison Community Center (550 North Dupont Avenue Madison) July 10th: Centennial Youth Ballet Location: Sevier Park Community Center (3021 Lealand Lane Nashville) July 17th: Improv Fun with Rat Dude! Location: Shelby Park Community…, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Full Moon Pickin’ Parties July 24 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Full Moon Pickin’ Parties Get to pickin' and bring your lawn chairs out to hear bluegrass under the stars in Percy Warner Park., 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony July 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony THIS Thursday! Dolly’s songs and stories come to life with the Nashville Symphony. $44, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Friends of Gallatin Miracle Park Pool Party July 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Friends of Gallatin Miracle Park Pool Party Come join for a splashing good time at the Tommy Garrott Aquatics Facility (210 Albert Gallatin Ave, Gallatin) from 6 - 8 p.m. Enjoy fun activities, music, and refreshments. It's the perfect way to cool off and enjoy the end of summer with friends and family. Please note that this event is exclusive to people with different abilities/special needs and their families. + 4 More	20 events 25 20 events, 25 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 25 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo July 25 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo THIS Saturday! Kids can cool down with waterslides and splash pools on Festival Field! Regular Zoo admission, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 25 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Lowe’s DIY-U Kids’ Workshops July 25 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Lowe’s DIY-U Kids’ Workshops Make a toy snowplow at your local Lowe's with your mini DIYer this Saturday!, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm Bluegrass Along the Harpeth July 25 @ 10:00 am - 10:00 pm Bluegrass Along the Harpeth This two-day bluegrass festival returns to the Franklin Square., 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival July 25 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival Lucky Ladd Farms' sunflower fields are in full bloom THIS weekend with local crafts, yummy foods and live entertainment. $2 – $17, 10:30 am - 11:00 am ZooVentures at the Library July 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am ZooVentures at the Library The zoo's free, live animal show visits the Nashville Public Library Looby branch THIS Tuesday., 10:30 am - 11:30 am Rodney the Magician Magic Show July 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Rodney the Magician Magic Show Enjoy a children's comedy magic show at lots of various Middle Tennessee venues, including: Wednesday, June 3: Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 25: Hadley Park Community Center (1037 28th Ave. N, Nashville) at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 16: Church Street Park (600 Church St, Nashville) at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 25: the Nashville Public Library East branch (206 Gallatin Ave., Nashville) at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 8: the Nashville Public Library Edmondson Pike branch…, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” July 25 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter” Enjoy a puppet show with your littles at the Downtown Nashville Main Library!, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Parnassus Books Storytime July 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Parnassus Books Storytime It's Friends of Fantasy Day at Parnassus — bring the kids for storytime. + 10 More
7 events 26 7 events, 26 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo July 26 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo They roar, they hiss, they spit! Come see nearly 50 dinos at Nashville Zoo! $5, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn July 26 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn Enjoy a beautiful Sunday with self guided tours at the Gentle Barn., 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd July 26 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Weekends ALL summer long! Zoom down the water slides, swim in a sea of bubbles and splash around staying cool. $2 – $18, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival July 26 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival Lucky Ladd Farms' sunflower fields are in full bloom THIS weekend with local crafts, yummy foods and live entertainment. $2 – $17, 11:30 am - 3:30 pm Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours July 26 @ 11:30 am - 3:30 pm Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see! $3 – $65, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Jazz on the Hillside / Bluegrass at the Barn July 26 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Jazz on the Hillside / Bluegrass at the Barn Live music, vineyard views and tasty food in Arrington., 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm “Prince of Egypt the Musical” at Capitol Theatre July 26 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm “Prince of Egypt the Musical” at Capitol Theatre Enjoy this soul stirring rendition of the story of Moses done by Audience of One Productions on the Capitol Theatre stage (110 W Main St., Lebanon). Journey with the Isrealites as they break free from bondage through the power of God's provision. Performances are July 23 - August 2 on Thursdays - Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Run time is 2 hrs 30 mins with intermission. General seating tickets are $30. MORE THINGS TO DO! $30	5 events 27 5 events, 27 9:30 am - 10:30 am Early Explorers STEM Storytime July 27 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Early Explorers STEM Storytime 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, 9:30 am - 11:30 am Mr. Bond’s Science Guys at the Nolensville Library July 27 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Mr. Bond’s Science Guys at the Nolensville Library Join the Science Guys as they travel from outer space inward to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible at the Nolensville Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) at 9:30 or 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 27 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Mermaid Mondays at Nashville Shores July 27 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Mermaid Mondays at Nashville Shores Dive into a world of magic where guests can meet and pose for photos with a real-life mermaid every Monday in July at Nashville Shores (4001 Bell Road, Hermitage) in Barefootin’ Bay from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Enjoy mermaid games and prizes (while supplies last). Event is included with a season pass or day admission ($39.99 for kids; $59.99 for adults). MORE THINGS TO DO! $39.99, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Show July 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Show Watch the mermaids swim at Nashville's Aquarium Restaurant. Must reserve a table in advance	11 events 28 11 events, 28 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime July 28 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime Storytimes with Wishing Chair Productions are back! Don’t miss Library Pete, Dr. Ev and Mr. B as they sing, juggle and read lots of wonderful books for your family. Shows are presented at 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Theater at the downtown Nashville Public Library (615 Church St., Nashville). WISHING CHAIR HISTORY Tom Tichenor started putting on shows for the Nashville Public Library in 1938, at age 15. Hull inherited Tichenor’s marionettes, and he’s been the city’s…, 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library July 28 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library Littles ages 3 - 5 have 30-minute storytime Thursdays and Fridays at 10 or 10:45 a.m., 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 28 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Toddler Tuesday at Sam Davis Home July 28 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Toddler Tuesday at Sam Davis Home 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 Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to do, our #WINSday contest and lots more!, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm TOTS! at Cheekwood July 28 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm TOTS! at Cheekwood IT'S BACK! Tots and guardians can enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays. Included with General Admission or Membership, 10:00 am - 10:30 am Toddler Time at Fairview Library July 28 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am Toddler Time at Fairview Library Rising 5th graders and above can enjoy this weeklong coding camp with the Boys and Girls Club., 11:00 am - 11:30 am ZooVentures at the Library July 28 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am ZooVentures at the Library The zoo's free, live animal show visits the Nashville Public Library Looby branch THIS Tuesday., 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Animal Tales at Brentwood Library July 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Animal Tales at Brentwood Library Join for Fossils Alive, a fun and interactive dinosaur-themed event featuring six exotic animals at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) from 1 to 2 p.m. Meet mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and more!, 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Mr. Bond’s Science Guys at the Fairview Library July 28 @ 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Mr. Bond’s Science Guys at the Fairview Library Join the Science Guys as they travel from outer space inward to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible at the Fairview Library (2240 Fairview Blvd., Fairview) at 3 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony July 28 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony THIS Thursday! Dolly’s songs and stories come to life with the Nashville Symphony. $44 + 1 More	9 events 29 9 events, 29 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 29 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 11:00 am - 11:30 am Mr. Bond’s Science Guys at the Franklin Library July 29 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am Mr. Bond’s Science Guys at the Franklin Library Join the Science Guys as they travel from outer space inward to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) at 11 a.m. or 3 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Balloon Artist Anthony Lena July 29 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Balloon Artist Anthony Lena Join the multi-award-winning balloon artist, Anthony Lena, for a fun and interactive balloon/magic show at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) from 1 - 2 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC July 29 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC Cool down on the patio at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) with ice pops and outdoor games on Wednesdays in July from 3 to 4 p.m. 07/01 – Water Balloons 07/08 – Chalk 07/15 – Bubbles 07/22 – Lawn Games 07/29 – Summer Finale!, 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Mr. Bond’s Science Guys at the Franklin Library July 29 @ 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Mr. Bond’s Science Guys at the Franklin Library Join the Science Guys as they travel from outer space inward to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) at 11 a.m. or 3 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Archery for Beginners at the Wilderness Station July 29 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Archery for Beginners at the Wilderness Station How’s your aim? Want to find out? An archery instructor will lead a class on the basics THIS Wednesday. $10, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Nashville Sounds Baseball July 29 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Nashville Sounds Baseball The Sounds host Charlotte with a full slate of promotions, including "Bluey Night" on Saturday. Tickets vary for each game., 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Hilary Duff at FirstBank Amphitheater July 29 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Hilary Duff at FirstBank Amphitheater Most may know her as the title character in the Disney television series Lizzie McGuire. See her perform live at FirstBank Amphitheater (4525 Graystone Quarry Ln., Franklin) at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $68. READ MORE! Shows at FirstBank Amphitheater in 2026 MORE CONCERTS! $68, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Strawberry Moon Hike at Bells Bend Nature Center July 29 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Strawberry Moon Hike at Bells Bend Nature Center Join a naturalist to view the full strawberry moon THIS Wednesday at Bells Bend Nature Center.	13 events 30 13 events, 30 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill July 30 @ 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill Ever wanted to explore Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood) in the cooler hours of the day? Curious about crepuscular critters? Come visit educational owls and wander the grounds as they extend hours to 8 p.m. on Thursday nights in July. Occasional evening pop-up mini-programs will be included with your day pass admission. Mini-program themes vary week to week. Stop by to find out what's happening at the Hill. Cost is $5 per person. MORE THINGS… $5, 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library July 30 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Family Storytime at Franklin Library Littles ages 3 - 5 have 30-minute storytime Thursdays and Fridays at 10 or 10:45 a.m., 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 30 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Science on the Patio at the TEC July 30 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Science on the Patio at the TEC Come join the fun at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) where they’re doing Dino-themed activities every Thursday in July from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. 07/02 – Pet Rocks 07/09 – Dino Family Finger Prints 07/16 – Pasta Paleontology 07/23 – Pottery Puzzle Hunt 07/30 – Dino Bookmarks, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Storytime at Fairview Library July 30 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Storytime at Fairview Library 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!, 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Thursday Night Out at Cheekwood July 30 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Thursday Night Out at Cheekwood Unwind amid the lush beauty of Cheekwood on Thursday evenings through August with music, food and more. $10 – $22, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony July 30 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony THIS Thursday! Dolly’s songs and stories come to life with the Nashville Symphony. $44, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Hendersonville Summer Concert Series July 30 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Hendersonville Summer Concert Series Bring lawn chairs, blankets or enjoy ample seating throughout the plaza for this summer concert series live under the stars at the Streets of Indian Lake (300 Indian Lake Blvd., Hendersonville) every Thursday at 6:30 p.m., June through August. MORE CONCERTS!, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Nashville Sounds Baseball July 30 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Nashville Sounds Baseball The Sounds host Charlotte with a full slate of promotions, including "Bluey Night" on Saturday. Tickets vary for each game., 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm “Prince of Egypt the Musical” at Capitol Theatre July 30 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm “Prince of Egypt the Musical” at Capitol Theatre Enjoy this soul stirring rendition of the story of Moses done by Audience of One Productions on the Capitol Theatre stage (110 W Main St., Lebanon). Journey with the Isrealites as they break free from bondage through the power of God's provision. Performances are July 23 - August 2 on Thursdays - Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Run time is 2 hrs 30 mins with intermission. General seating tickets are $30. MORE THINGS TO DO! $30 + 3 More	10 events 31 10 events, 31 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo July 31 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Musical Instrument Petting Zoo Weekdays ALL summer long! Kids can try new and familiar instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame. Included with museum admission; free to museum members., 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony July 31 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony THIS Thursday! Dolly’s songs and stories come to life with the Nashville Symphony. $44, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Nashville Sounds Baseball July 31 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Nashville Sounds Baseball The Sounds host Charlotte with a full slate of promotions, including "Bluey Night" on Saturday. Tickets vary for each game., 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Goodlettsville Movies in the Park July 31 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Goodlettsville Movies in the Park Bring a blanket and enjoy "Inside Out 2" at Peay Park., 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm Train at Ascend Amphitheater July 31 @ 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm Train at Ascend Amphitheater See the multi-Grammy Award winning band Train perform live at Ascend Amphitheater (310 1st Avenue South, Nashville) with Barenaked Ladies & Matt Nathans starting at 6:45 p.m. Tickets start at $59.36. MORE THINGS TO DO! $59.36, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm “Prince of Egypt the Musical” at Capitol Theatre July 31 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm “Prince of Egypt the Musical” at Capitol Theatre Enjoy this soul stirring rendition of the story of Moses done by Audience of One Productions on the Capitol Theatre stage (110 W Main St., Lebanon). Journey with the Isrealites as they break free from bondage through the power of God's provision. Performances are July 23 - August 2 on Thursdays - Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Run time is 2 hrs 30 mins with intermission. General seating tickets are $30. MORE THINGS TO DO! $30, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Smyrna Family Movie Night: “How to Train Your Dragon (2025)” July 31 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Smyrna Family Movie Night: “How to Train Your Dragon (2025)” THIS Friday! Join at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center for an outdoor family movie night. $3 – $5, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Full Moon Hikes at Owl’s Hill July 31 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Full Moon Hikes at Owl’s Hill Pack dinner and arrive early to picnic on the grounds, then explore Owl's Hill (545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood) at sunset and enjoy the sights and sounds of day turning to night, listening for owls, coyotes, and night-singing insects. When the stars come out, look for constellations, planets and even meteors. No flashlights. Ages 12 and older (minors must be accompanied by an adult). Program begins promptly at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $15. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO HERE… $15, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm An Evening with Vince Gill at The Ryman July 31 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm An Evening with Vince Gill at The Ryman See one of the most popular artists in modern country music perform live inside the Ryman Auditorium (116 Fifth Ave. N, Nashville), July 30 - Aug. 1 and Aug. 6 - 8, starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $79. MORE CONCERTS! $79, 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm DroneArt Show: Harry Potter July 31 @ 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm DroneArt Show: Harry Potter Watch over 1,200 drones take flight in perfect harmony with the songs from the Harry Potter films at Nissan Stadium (1 Titans Way, Nashville) on July 31 and Aug. 1. The shows start at 8:30 p.m. and last one hour with a brief intermission. Cost is $61.90 for ages 13 and older; kids ages 3 - 11 are $38.90. MORE THINGS TO DO! $3 – $61.90

June 28

June 28 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

June 28 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn

June 28 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

June 28 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fairytale Days at Lucky Ladd

June 28 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Embellished Instruments

June 28 @ 11:30 am - 3:30 pm

Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours

June 28 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

“Ab”solute Confidence Denim Pop-Up

June 28 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

“Hamilton” at TPAC

June 28 @ 1:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Nashville Sounds Baseball

June 28 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

RoboTEC Robotics Club

June 29

June 29 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

June 29 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Storytime

June 29 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Early Explorers STEM Storytime

June 29 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Baby Time at the Spring Hill Library

June 29 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

June 29 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Matinee Movie Monday at Nashville Shores

June 29 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Murfreesboro Movie Under the Stars

June 30

June 30 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

June 30 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime

June 30 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Family Storytime at Franklin Library

June 30 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Toddler Tuesday at Sam Davis Home

June 30 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

June 30 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am

Toddler Time at Fairview Library

June 30 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

All-Ages Storytime at Linebaugh

June 30 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

TOTS! at Cheekwood

June 30 @ 10:15 am - 11:15 am

Toddler Storytime at Nolensville Library

June 30 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Nashville Sounds Baseball

July 1

July 1 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 1 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Tennessee Philharmonic Quartet at Linebaugh Library

July 1 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 1 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Afternoon Storytime at Linebaugh

July 1 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC

July 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony

July 1 @ 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Pajama Storytime at Smyrna Library

July 1 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Nashville Sounds Baseball

July 2

July 2 @ 8:30 am - 8:00 pm

Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill

July 2 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 2 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Franklin Fire Department Storytime

July 2 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 2 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 2 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Storytime at Lane Motor Museum

July 2 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Itty Bitty Storytime at Linebaugh Library

July 2 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony

July 2 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Science on the Patio at the TEC

July 2 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Storytime at Fairview Library

July 3

July 3 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 3 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 3 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 3 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Baby and Me Playtime at Nolensville Library

July 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

STEAM Storytime at Smyrna Library

July 3 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Celebrate America’s 250th at The Wonders Center & Science Museum

July 3 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter”

July 3 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th

July 3 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Goodlettsville Independence Day Celebration

July 3 @ 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Hendersonville Freedom Festival

July 4

July 4 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Music City July 4th 5K

July 4 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo

July 4 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Breakfast

July 4 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 4 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Franklin on the Fourth

July 4 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Make Suncatchers at the Country Music Hall of Fame

July 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Baby Farm Animal Days at Lucky Ladd

July 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 4 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm

Music City Hot Chicken Festival

July 4 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter”

July 5

July 5 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 5 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn

July 5 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 5 @ 11:30 am - 3:30 pm

Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours

July 5 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Nashville Sounds Baseball

July 5 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Jazz on the Hillside / Bluegrass at the Barn

July 5 @ 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm

ELO Laser Show

July 5 @ 8:45 pm - 9:30 pm

Fireworks at Nashville Shores

July 6

July 6 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 6 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Early Explorers STEM Storytime

July 6 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Baby Time at the Spring Hill Library

July 6 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 6 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Dance Party with Rachel Sumner

July 6 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Mermaid Mondays at Nashville Shores

July 6 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

ZooVentures at the Library

July 6 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Murfreesboro Movie Under the Stars

July 7

July 7 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 7 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime

July 7 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Family Storytime at Franklin Library

July 7 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 7 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

TOTS! at Cheekwood

July 7 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

All-Ages Storytime at Linebaugh

July 7 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am

Toddler Time at Fairview Library

July 7 @ 10:15 am - 11:15 am

Toddler Storytime at Nolensville Library

July 7 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Snake Feeding at the Wilderness Station

July 7 @ 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Family Movie Night at Rutherford County Farmers Market

July 8

July 8 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Runaway Puppet Theater at Linebaugh

July 8 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Kayak Float in Smyrna

July 8 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 8 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Puppet Truck’s “The Little Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings”

July 8 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

ZooVentures at the Library

July 8 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Afternoon Storytime at Linebaugh

July 8 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC

July 8 @ 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Pajama Storytime at Smyrna Library

July 9

July 9 @ 8:30 am - 8:00 pm

Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill

July 9 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 9 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Family Storytime at Franklin Library

July 9 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 9 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 9 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Goal! A Soccer Celebration at Spring Hill Library

July 9 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival

July 9 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Itty Bitty Storytime at Linebaugh Library

July 9 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

ZooVentures at the Library

July 9 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am

Puppet Truck’s “The Little Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings”

July 10

July 10 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 10 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Critter Craze in Goodlettsville

July 10 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Christmas in July at Nashville Shores

July 10 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Baby and Me Playtime at Nolensville Library

July 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

STEAM Storytime at Smyrna Library

July 10 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival

July 10 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter”

July 10 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tales at Twilight

July 11

July 11 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 11 @ 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Dinosaur Adventure at The Fairgrounds Nashville

July 11 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo

July 11 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Archery Basics at Bells Bend Nature Center

July 11 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Fam Jam at Country Music Hall of Fame

July 11 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 11 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Museum Fun Day at Lane Motor Museum

July 11 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival

July 11 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter”

July 11 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Parnassus Books Storytime

July 12

July 12 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 12 @ 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Dinosaur Adventure at The Fairgrounds Nashville

July 12 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn

July 12 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 12 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival

July 12 @ 11:30 am - 3:30 pm

Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours

July 12 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Rock N Roll Playhouse: Little Royals – A Prince Celebration

July 12 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Frist Arts Fest

July 12 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

RoboTEC Robotics Club

July 12 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Jazz on the Hillside / Bluegrass at the Barn

July 13

July 13 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 13 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Early Explorers STEM Storytime

July 13 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 13 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Mermaid Mondays at Nashville Shores

July 13 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Murfreesboro Movie Under the Stars

July 14

July 14 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 14 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime

July 14 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Family Storytime at Franklin Library

July 14 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 14 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

TOTS! at Cheekwood

July 14 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

All-Ages Storytime at Linebaugh

July 14 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am

Toddler Time at Fairview Library

July 14 @ 10:15 am - 11:15 am

Toddler Storytime at Nolensville Library

July 14 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony

July 14 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Murfreesboro Movie Under the Stars

July 15

July 15 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Summer Reading Grand Finale Foam Party and Field Day

July 15 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 15 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Farmer Jason at Brentwood Library

July 15 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

ZooVentures at the Library

July 15 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC

July 15 @ 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Pajama Storytime at Smyrna Library

July 15 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Night Sounds Hike at the Wilderness Station

July 15 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Paul Simon at FirstBank Amphitheater

July 16

July 16 @ 8:30 am - 8:00 pm

Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill

July 16 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 16 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Demonstration Day in Goodlettsville

July 16 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Family Storytime at Franklin Library

July 16 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 16 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 16 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival

July 16 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Rodney the Magician Magic Show

July 16 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Science on the Patio at the TEC

July 16 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Storytime at Fairview Library

July 17

July 17 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 17 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 17 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 17 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

STEAM Storytime at Smyrna Library

July 17 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival

July 17 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter”

July 17 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tales at Twilight

July 17 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Sensory Night at Belle Meade

July 17 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Stones River Kayaking

July 17 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Skate Jam in Spring Hill

July 18

July 18 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Breakfast

July 18 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 18 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo

July 18 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Music City Grand Prix

July 18 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 18 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Music City Drum Show

July 18 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Murder Mystery Excursion Train

July 18 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Hike with Jane at the Wilderness Station

July 18 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

The Curious Naturalist

July 18 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival

July 19

July 19 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 19 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn

July 19 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 19 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Music City Drum Show

July 19 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival

July 19 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Music City Grand Prix

July 19 @ 11:30 am - 3:30 pm

Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours

July 19 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Family Float in Smyrna

July 19 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Nashville Sounds Baseball

July 19 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire

July 20

July 20 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 20 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Early Explorers STEM Storytime

July 20 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 20 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Dance Party with Rachel Sumner

July 20 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Mermaid Mondays at Nashville Shores

July 21

July 21 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 21 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Family Storytime at Franklin Library

July 21 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime

July 21 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 21 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

TOTS! at Cheekwood

July 21 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am

Toddler Time at Fairview Library

July 21 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Family Jam with BenAnna Band at Brentwood Library

July 21 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony

July 22

July 22 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Kid’s Day in Franklin

July 22 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Dino Dig at Franklin Library

July 22 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 22 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC

July 22 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Nashville SC Home Games

July 22 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Lindsey Stirling at Ascend Amphitheater

July 23

July 23 @ 8:30 am - 8:00 pm

Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill

July 23 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 23 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Family Storytime at Franklin Library

July 23 @ 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

Pottery with Giant’s Palm Pottery at Nolensville Library

July 23 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 23 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 23 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Turtle Talk at The Wilderness Station

July 23 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival

July 23 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Science on the Patio at the TEC

July 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Storytime at Fairview Library

July 24

July 24 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 24 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 24 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 24 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fantasia Friday and The Foam Zone in Goodlettsville

July 24 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival

July 24 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter”

July 24 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tales at Twilight

July 24 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Full Moon Pickin’ Parties

July 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony

July 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Friends of Gallatin Miracle Park Pool Party

July 25

July 25 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 25 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo

July 25 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 25 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Lowe’s DIY-U Kids’ Workshops

July 25 @ 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

Bluegrass Along the Harpeth

July 25 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival

July 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

ZooVentures at the Library

July 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Rodney the Magician Magic Show

July 25 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wishing Chair Puppet Show: “The Stonecutter”

July 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Parnassus Books Storytime

July 26

July 26 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo

July 26 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Cow Cuddling at the Gentle Barn

July 26 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd

July 26 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tennessee Sunflower & Zinnia Festival

July 26 @ 11:30 am - 3:30 pm

Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours

July 26 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Jazz on the Hillside / Bluegrass at the Barn

July 26 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

“Prince of Egypt the Musical” at Capitol Theatre

July 27

July 27 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Early Explorers STEM Storytime

July 27 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Mr. Bond’s Science Guys at the Nolensville Library

July 27 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 27 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Mermaid Mondays at Nashville Shores

July 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Show

July 28

July 28 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime

July 28 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Family Storytime at Franklin Library

July 28 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 28 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Toddler Tuesday at Sam Davis Home

July 28 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

TOTS! at Cheekwood

July 28 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am

Toddler Time at Fairview Library

July 28 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am

ZooVentures at the Library

July 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Animal Tales at Brentwood Library

July 28 @ 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Mr. Bond’s Science Guys at the Fairview Library

July 28 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony

July 29

July 29 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 29 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am

Mr. Bond’s Science Guys at the Franklin Library

July 29 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Balloon Artist Anthony Lena

July 29 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Popsicles on the Patio at the TEC

July 29 @ 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Mr. Bond’s Science Guys at the Franklin Library

July 29 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Archery for Beginners at the Wilderness Station

July 29 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Nashville Sounds Baseball

July 29 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Hilary Duff at FirstBank Amphitheater

July 29 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Strawberry Moon Hike at Bells Bend Nature Center

July 30

July 30 @ 8:30 am - 8:00 pm

Summer Nights at Owl’s Hill

July 30 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Family Storytime at Franklin Library

July 30 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 30 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Science on the Patio at the TEC

July 30 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Storytime at Fairview Library

July 30 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Thursday Night Out at Cheekwood

July 30 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony

July 30 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Hendersonville Summer Concert Series

July 30 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Nashville Sounds Baseball

July 30 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

“Prince of Egypt the Musical” at Capitol Theatre

July 31

July 31 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

July 31 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony

July 31 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Nashville Sounds Baseball

July 31 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Goodlettsville Movies in the Park

July 31 @ 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm

Train at Ascend Amphitheater

July 31 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

“Prince of Egypt the Musical” at Capitol Theatre

July 31 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Smyrna Family Movie Night: “How to Train Your Dragon (2025)”

July 31 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Full Moon Hikes at Owl’s Hill

July 31 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

An Evening with Vince Gill at The Ryman

July 31 @ 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm

DroneArt Show: Harry Potter

August 1

August 1 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Breakfast

August 1 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo

August 1 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Home Depot Kids Workshops

August 1 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Baby Goat Cuddling

August 1 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Saturday Storytime at Brentwood Library

August 1 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Parnassus Books Storytime

August 1 @ 11:30 am - 3:30 pm

Lane Motor Museum Vault Tours

August 1 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Jazz on the Hillside / Bluegrass at the Barn

August 1 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Glow in the Park

August 1 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Nashville Sounds Baseball