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Enjoy a North Pole-inspired brunch menu at 1799 Kitchen and Cocktails inside the Harpeth Hotel (130 2nd Ave N, Franklin) on weekends, Dec. 6 - Dec. 21, while Santa makes his way around the restaurant making sure he has all of the last-minute requests for those on the nice list. Brunch opens at 10 a.m.,
Enjoy a beautiful Sunday with self guided tours at the Gentle Barn.
Families can come visit with St. Nicholas in the Historic Stable in the Frist Learning Center at Cheekwood (1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville). Happens on Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 6 - Dec. 21 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Don't forget to bring your letter to put in Santa’s mailbox! There will be special "Dog
Catch the bright and cheery, "Pomp, Snow and CIRQUEumstance"— a new show running at Gaylord Opryland through Dec. 31.
Experience festive cheer every Sunday in December leading up to Christmas with a Southern-inspired Christmas brunch complete with Santa photos in the JW Marriott's (201 8th Ave S, Nashville) Lobby-level restaurant, Stompin' Grounds. Brunch seatings will begin at 11 a.m. Valet parking included with reservation.
Shop 'til you drop (and keep it local!) at the Farm Bureau Expo Center (945 East Baddour Parkway, Lebanon) on Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. or Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. More than 100 merchants will showcase their one-of-a-kind items. Friday
See hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones you don't usually get to see!
Practice different techniques and skills at the Frist Art Museum.
Come out to Southeast Baptist Church (708 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) for the 41st annual Bethlehem Marketplace Dec. 6 - 7 from 12 to 5 p.m. The walk-through drama reenactment depicts how the village of Bethlehem may have looked the morning after Jesus’ birth. The atmosphere and surroundings take guests back 2,000 years with characters dressed in
Come out to CoolSprings Galleria (1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin, TN 37067) on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 7 from 12 - 6 p.m. The market features local vendors, independent businesses and merchants who will offer their products ranging from food and beverages to jewelry, handmade crafts, seasonal home
This self-guided event hosted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (100 Brown Drive, Burns) features magnificently crafted nativity sets and artwork from around the world celebrating the life of Jesus Christ, as well as musical performances, crafts and activities. The festival happens on Dec. 5 from 4 - 8 p.m.; Dec. 6
Children will enjoy Christmas cookies and milk, storytime with Santa, a craft and play time at the aMuse’um Children’s Museum (123 W 7th St., Columbia). Each session will be limited to 15 children for quality time with Santa and a safe, enjoyable experience. Sessions on Saturday, Dec. 6 are at 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m. and
Get tickets to enjoy this dazzling ballet including fanciful characters and a girl's magical journey with a Nutcracker Prince thru Dec. 28.
See this nostalgic show now on stage in Franklin at the Turner Theater in the Factory.
The popular free temporary ice skating rink returns to Veterans Memorial Park (115 Floyd Mayfield Drive, La Vergne) on Dec. 6, 7, 12, 14, 19, 20, 21, 29 and 30. Entry is first come, first served. Participants are allowed one hour of skate time that rotates out every hour. Hours vary. Skates are available for
Get ready, art lovers! The Frist Arts Fest returns THIS Sunday with performances, hands-on artmaking and more.
Join Smyrna Parks Staff outside the Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy E, Smyrna) this winter at the synthetic ice skating Rink for skating, music, theme nights and hot chocolate! Hours differ by day of the week: Nov. 29 - Dec. 21 open Fridays from 4 - 8 p.m., Saturdays from 12 - 8
Take the fam ice skating in Murfreesboro!
Nashville Children's Theatre (25 Middleton St., Nashville) presents their adaptation of the classic E.B. White story on select Wednesdays through Jan. 4. Recommended for ages 5 - 10. Tickets are $37.50 for adults, $27.50 for youth. Tips for Bringing Littles to a Show Let your child know what to expect. Tell them if it will
When 16 year old Percy Jackson discovers that he is the half-blood son of the Greek God, Poseidon, his life takes a dramatic turn. Produced by Murfreesboro's Center For the Arts, this musical runs Dec. 5 - 14 at the Center for the Arts (110 West College Street, Murfreesboro) on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at
The musical by Irving Berlin based on the 1942 film comes to the stage at Hendersonville Performing Arts Company (260 West Main St., Suite 204, Hendersonville). Performances are Thursdays - Sundays, Dec. 4 - 21. Tickets are $22 - $25. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
This stage adaptation of the classic holiday film runs inside TPAC's Polk Theater Dec. 5 - 21.
The 50th annual Town of Smyrna Christmas Parade and Food Drive starts at Smyrna Town Hall (315 South Lowry Street, Smyrna) at 2 p.m. Spectators will gather to watch floats,
This hilarious and heartwarming holiday tradition is perfect for the whole family.
Join for the annual Thompson’s Station Christmas Tree Lighting, this year at Thompsons Station Town Hall (1110 Fountain View Blvd., Thompsons Station) from 2 - 4 p.m. Have your photo
Bring your chairs and hot cocoa and get ready for one of Hendersonville’s most anticipated events of the year!
What happens when Julia Shelby’s brother, Peter, arrives on Thanksgiving but overstays his welcome? An act of kindness turns into chaos. Don’t miss this very relatable and utterly enjoyable holiday comedy. Produced by the Pull-Tight Players, this show runs Dec. 5 - 20 at the Pull-Tight Theatre (112 2nd Ave. S, Franklin). Performances are on
During this event specifically built for children elementary age and younger, the World Outreach Church (1921 New Salem Highway, Murfreesboro) transforms into a winter wonderland experience with ice skating, snow
Meet your favorite princess before watching the live stage show.
At the Five Points in East Nashville (1106 Woodland Street #4, Nashville) Dec. 5 - 7 from 4 - 9 p.m., savor a holiday cocktail as you browse a curated collection of gifts from local artisans, join in a community tree lighting, snap the perfect group photo, cozy up by a campfire, enjoy live music
The estate and garden's 10th annual light show is on now through Jan. 5.
This free family event hosted by Brentwood Baptist Church (7777 Concord Road, Brentwood) from 5 – 7:30 p.m. features a "Journey Through Bethlehem" walk-through experience, a Christmas train, ponies, playful
Stroll the nearly mile-long trail of outdoor Christmas lights at Lucky Ladd Farms (4374 Rocky Glade Rd., Eagleville) on Wednesdays through Sundays, Nov. 28 - Dec. 23 (plus Dec. 22 & 23), from 5 - 9 p.m. All ages will enjoy this magical Christmas festival featuring thousands of twinkling lights, a live nativity scene, character
See this remarkable lantern exhibit at Nashville Zoo and ice skate at the Smashville Rink, too.
The whole family will love driving through more than 200 displays while Christmas classics play on your car's radio now through Dec. 31.
See this nostalgic show now on stage in Franklin at the Turner Theater in the Factory.
Hear your favorite Christmas carols played by a string quartet inside The Parthenon at Centennial Park (2500 West End Ave., Nashville) under the glow of candlelight. Performances are Dec. 7, Dec. 18 and Dec. 19 at 6:30 and 8:45 p.m. Tickets start at $43.50. For ages 8 and older. Tentative Program 12 Days of Christmas
Get tickets to enjoy this dazzling ballet including fanciful characters and a girl's magical journey with a Nutcracker Prince thru Dec. 28.
Discover the music of composer Hans Zimmer (Pirates of the Caribbean, Inception, Gladiator) played by a string quartet inside The Parthenon (2500 West End Ave., Nashville) bathed in candlelight starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at 58. For ages 8 and older. Tentative Program Time - Inception This Land - The Lion King Zooster’s Breakout - Madagascar Supermarine
