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It’s still backpacking, but made as family friendly as possible! Meet at The Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) at 2 p.m. for an easy 1-mile hike into the campground. Once there, park staff will be on-hand to help you set up and settle in. Various activities will be planned throughout the night for you
$4 – $13
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Kids ages 7 and younger can slide into the new Slick City Action Park at Opry Mills on Sunday mornings.
$14.99
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
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Collectors and sports-lovers unite Fri, Sat and Sunday at Nashville Fairgrounds. 
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Check out Nashville’s first and only annual public arts festival dedicated to highlighting Nashville’s creative culture through site-specific art installations, immersive experiences and art collecting opportunities. Artville takes place Friday, Sept. 25 through Sunday, Sept. 27 at Walk of Fame Park (121 4th Ave. S, Nashville). 
One of the longest-running film festivals in the United States returns at various Middle Tennessee theaters.
Regular Price Individual Tickets will be available for purchase soon.
Take in an authentic Native American Pow Wow THIS weekend at the Wilson County Fairgrounds.
$5 – $13
Opa! Experience Greek hospitality, dancing, music, foods and culture THIS weekend. 
Bring the kids to see hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones they don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
A fun friendship romp through the seasons is now playing at Nashville Children's Theatre.
$28.50 – $38.50
The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life in this thrilling musical based on the classic story at the Hendersonville Performing Arts Company (260 West Main St., Suite 204, Hendersonville). Performances are Thursdays through Sundays, Sept. 17 - Oct. 4. Tickets are $22 - $25. Rated PG-13 for violence, frightening moments, mature themes and
$22 – $25
Live music, vineyard views and tasty food in Arrington.
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The 12th Annual Japanese Moon Viewing festival at Cheekwood (1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville) takes place from 4 - 9 p.m. The afternoon and moonlit evening will feature tea ceremony demonstrations, origami and other hands-on activities and music and dance celebrating Japanese art, gardens and culture. Cost is included with admission; free for members.
$2 – $20
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Hendersonville’s second annual Hot Chicken Festival returns at Veterans Park (140 Scotch St., Hendersonville) . The tastebud-titillating event — for the whole family — happens from 4 to 8 p.m. and includes: Hot chicken from local vendors Live music & family friendly entertainment A Kids’ Zone with activities A hot chicken tasting contest Vendors and 
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with 
See Kacey Musgraves perform live at Bridgestone Arena (501 Broadway, Nashville) with Special Guest Flatland Cavalry on Sunday, September 27 and Monday, September 28. Both shows are at 7:30 p.m. and tickets start at $64. MORE CONCERTS!
$64
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Preschoolers and their parents can enjoy all the exhibits, attend storytime and participate in an activity in the Eureka Theatre on the second floor of Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Cost is $18 for non-member adults and $14 for non-member youth; free for members. READ MORE! MOM REPORT:
$14 – $18
Join on select Mondays at the Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W, Smyrna) from 10 - 10:50 a.m. as they transform storytime into an active literacy event by boosting vocabulary, narrative sequencing and listening skills. MORE THINGS TO DO!
One of the longest-running film festivals in the United States returns at various Middle Tennessee theaters.
Regular Price Individual Tickets will be available for purchase soon.
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Enjoy age-appropriate songs, activities and lots of early literacy fun on Monday mornings at multiple Nashville Public Library branches. Participating branches include Donelson, Madison, Old Hickory and Richland Park at 10:30 a.m. and Thompson Lane at 11 a.m. MORE STORYTIMES!
See Kacey Musgraves perform live at Bridgestone Arena (501 Broadway, Nashville) with Special Guest Flatland Cavalry on Sunday, September 27 and Monday, September 28. Both shows are at 7:30 p.m. and tickets start at $64. MORE CONCERTS!
$64
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
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 
Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little! 
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 
Rising 5th graders and above can enjoy this weeklong coding camp with the Boys and Girls Club. 
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to 
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
One of the longest-running film festivals in the United States returns at various Middle Tennessee theaters.
Regular Price Individual Tickets will be available for purchase soon.
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Enjoy age-appropriate songs, activities and lots of early literacy fun on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. at multiple Nashville Public Library branches. Participating branches include Bordeaux (ages 2 - 5), Donelson (0 - 12 months), Hadley Park, Hermitage (ages 1 - 3) and North (0 - 12 months). Plus, make sure to check out Wishing 
Caregivers and their little ones ages 18 months to 3 years can join at the Nolensville Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. as they sing, listen to stories, shake shakers and have fun. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Kids weighing 50 pounds or more can try climbing the indoor rock wall at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center!
$2.00
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they sing, listen to stories and have fun at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. On Oct. 14: Dia de los Muertos Story Time
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
One of the longest-running film festivals in the United States returns at various Middle Tennessee theaters.
Regular Price Individual Tickets will be available for purchase soon.
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Get your child excited about reading with literacy fun.
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Jump into the magical world of Mother Goose with your youngest learners as she takes little theater-goers through a silly, laugh-out-loud version of her typical day. Exploring some of her most beloved nursery rhymes, the magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with each classic rhyme’s story. The show runs inside the Copeland
$18
A fun friendship romp through the seasons is now playing at Nashville Children's Theatre.
$28.50 – $38.50
How’s your kid's aim? Want to find out? An archery instructor leads a class on the basics THIS Wednesday.
$10
Join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) to discover something wild about the natural world on select Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. You may meet a SOAC animal or enjoy a nature-based activity weekly topics are posted online; look for more information on the SOAC Facebook page. 
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! |
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Thursdays are for Pre-K! Caregivers and little ones ages 3 to 5 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they read stories, sing songs and more at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. On Oct. 15: Franklin Fire Department Story Time Kids of all ages
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO!
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
Join at the Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for stories, songs and a craft on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. For ages 3 - 5. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Join at the Fairview Public Library (2240 Fairview Blvd., Fairview) for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging books followed by a simple craft on Thursdays starting at 11 a.m. Perfect for preschoolers (recommended for ages 3 - 5) and caregivers. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Enjoy hands-on STEM programming exploring biology, chemistry and physics through messy, yucky experiments like making fake snot, simulating digestion and mixing slime at the Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W, Smyrna) from 3:15 - 3:45 a.m. For grades 2 - 5. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Kids ages 5-8 can join at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) on select Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for fun-filled sessions where they explore nonfiction picture books and bring science to life with hands-on experiments. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Beers all around and Saturday has a pup parade and Sunday brings the "Dachshund Derby!"
$4 – $10
Bring the kids to the Discovery Center in Murfreesboro to celebrate the season!
$8 – $15
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with 
Get out those "fang fingers" as the Preds play on their home ice.
$54 – $400
The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life in this thrilling musical based on the classic story at the Hendersonville Performing Arts Company (260 West Main St., Suite 204, Hendersonville). Performances are Thursdays through Sundays, Sept. 17 - Oct. 4. Tickets are $22 - $25. Rated PG-13 for violence, frightening moments, mature themes and
$22 – $25
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Roll up in your ride, pop the tailgate, and get ready for a night of mind-blowing light and music at the Williamson County AG Expo Park (4215 Long Ln., Franklin) on Friday, Oct. 2 and Saturday, Oct. 3. There are two shows each night, a pop and country music show at 8 and a classic
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
First Fridays are back this fall at the Tennessee Agricultural Museum (440 Hogan Road, Nashville) from 10 - 11 a.m. Get creative with pumpkin painting in October and learn about Indigenous pottery in November. “Painting with Pumpkins” registration opens Sept. 4, followed by “Artifact Highlight: Indigenous Pottery” on Oct. 1. All programs are free, but
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
Bring kids to the Main Nashville Library's 2nd floor Children's Theater for some Wishing Chair magic!
Beers all around and Saturday has a pup parade and Sunday brings the "Dachshund Derby!"
$4 – $10
Bring kids to the Main Nashville Library's 2nd floor Children's Theater for some Wishing Chair magic! 
Enjoy this pop-up beer garden with food trucks and live music on Fridays in September at Shelby Park.
Bring the kids to the Discovery Center in Murfreesboro to celebrate the season!
$8 – $15
Ever wonder what goes on inside one of the most historic homes in Middle Tennessee once the sun goes down? Walk the dimly lit halls at Sam Davis Home (1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna) and hear stories of the property's tragic and haunting past. Then, trek to the Davis family cemetery by lantern light. Cost
$30
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with
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This blend of education, entertainment, and spooky October fun makes for one lively, adults-only night!
$40. – $70
The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life in this thrilling musical based on the classic story at the Hendersonville Performing Arts Company (260 West Main St., Suite 204, Hendersonville). Performances are Thursdays through Sundays, Sept. 17 - Oct. 4. Tickets are $22 - $25. Rated PG-13 for violence, frightening moments, mature themes and
$22 – $25
Nashville Ballet Artistic Director and CEO Nick Mullikin presents his first full-length ballet with his own unique interpretation of the hauntingly beautiful tale of Giselle. Performances are inside TPAC's Polk Theater (505 Deaderick St., Nashville) on Friday, Oct. 2 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 3 at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 4 at
$75
What if the villain is not who you thought? In this dramatic comedy from Nashville Repertory Theatre, a high school English class reexamines Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" and sparks a reckoning. As teenage girls debate John Proctor’s morality, their conversations expose uncomfortable truths about consent, credibility and the stories society chooses to protect. The show
$45.53
In this comedy described by Broadway World as “the lovechild of Mel Brooks and Monty Python,” a young woman has fallen ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, a famed female vampire hunter is on the case, and the world’s most incompetent real estate agent meets the world’s most infamous vampire. This re-imagining of
$18 – $22
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Roll up in your ride, pop the tailgate, and get ready for a night of mind-blowing light and music at the Williamson County AG Expo Park (4215 Long Ln., Franklin) on Friday, Oct. 2 and Saturday, Oct. 3. There are two shows each night, a pop and country music show at 8 and a classic
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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 the spring scenery to one of Tennessee’s most popular multi-yard sales. There will be treasures of all kinds! Don’t forget to visit the local restaurants for lunch
$30 – $60
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Head one hour north for two days of banana pudding plus entertainment, crafts, food, games and more.
$5 – $18
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Join for a special day of hands-on baking designed especially for young bakers! From mixing and measuring to decorating and creating, campers will spend the day learning new skills, making delicious autumn-inspired treats and having plenty of fun along the way. Exact location in Nashville will be provided upon registration. Cost is $80.
$80
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
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Experience the cultures and diversity of Nashville at Centennial Park with performances, eats and kid activities, too.
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
This massive brick event includes LEGO creations galore, building zones, speakers and so much more.
$20.68
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
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. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO FOR YOUR SPRING! 
Plenty of kid goat cuddling is available this month at Noble Dairy Farm! Check it out.
$12
Bring kids to the Main Nashville Library's 2nd floor Children's Theater for some Wishing Chair magic!
Families can join the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) in the Story Room for stories, songs and crafts on Saturdays from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 3 and older.
Beers all around and Saturday has a pup parade and Sunday brings the "Dachshund Derby!"
$4 – $10
Nashville Public Library's Puppet Truck is visiting various branches this month with the classic Brothers Grimm tale told with the charming Peeko Puppets. Be enchanted as two siblings face challenges that test their courage in difficult times. Run time is 30 minutes. NPL Puppet Truck's "Hansel and Gretel" Dates & Times Saturday, Oct. 3 at
Bring the kids to see hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones they don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
Bring kids to the Main Nashville Library's 2nd floor Children's Theater for some Wishing Chair magic! |
20 events,
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Kids ages 7 and younger can slide into the new Slick City Action Park at Opry Mills on Sunday mornings.
$14.99
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
This massive brick event includes LEGO creations galore, building zones, speakers and so much more.
$20.68
Beers all around and Saturday has a pup parade and Sunday brings the "Dachshund Derby!"
$4 – $10
Bring the kids to see hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones they don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
Head one hour north for two days of banana pudding plus entertainment, crafts, food, games and more.
$5 – $18
A fun friendship romp through the seasons is now playing at Nashville Children's Theatre.
$28.50 – $38.50
The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life in this thrilling musical based on the classic story at the Hendersonville Performing Arts Company (260 West Main St., Suite 204, Hendersonville). Performances are Thursdays through Sundays, Sept. 17 - Oct. 4. Tickets are $22 - $25. Rated PG-13 for violence, frightening moments, mature themes and
$22 – $25
Nashville Ballet Artistic Director and CEO Nick Mullikin presents his first full-length ballet with his own unique interpretation of the hauntingly beautiful tale of Giselle. Performances are inside TPAC's Polk Theater (505 Deaderick St., Nashville) on Friday, Oct. 2 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 3 at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 4 at
$75
What if the villain is not who you thought? In this dramatic comedy from Nashville Repertory Theatre, a high school English class reexamines Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" and sparks a reckoning. As teenage girls debate John Proctor’s morality, their conversations expose uncomfortable truths about consent, credibility and the stories society chooses to protect. The show
$45.53
In this comedy described by Broadway World as “the lovechild of Mel Brooks and Monty Python,” a young woman has fallen ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, a famed female vampire hunter is on the case, and the world’s most incompetent real estate agent meets the world’s most infamous vampire. This re-imagining of
$18 – $22
Live music, vineyard views and tasty food in Arrington.
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Celebrating at Cheekwood (1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville) during its 13th year with this classic fall festival where families can spend the afternoon exploring festive favorites, including tractor hayrides, a hay slide, sack races, face painting, lawn games and children’s activities with prizes from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Included with general admission or membership.
$20
See and hear The Dark Side of the Moon like you never have before inside the Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) on Sunday, Oct. 4 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m.; Fridays, Oct. 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 3:30 p.m.; and Saturday, Oct. 17 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m. This 50th
$11
See and hear The Dark Side of the Moon like you never have before inside the Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) on Sunday, Oct. 4 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m.; Fridays, Oct. 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 3:30 p.m.; and Saturday, Oct. 17 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m. This 50th
$11
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with
See and hear The Dark Side of the Moon like you never have before inside the Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) on Sunday, Oct. 4 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m.; Fridays, Oct. 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 3:30 p.m.; and Saturday, Oct. 17 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m. This 50th
$11
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Preschoolers and their parents can enjoy all the exhibits, attend storytime and participate in an activity in the Eureka Theatre on the second floor of Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Cost is $18 for non-member adults and $14 for non-member youth; free for members. READ MORE! MOM REPORT:
$14 – $18
Join on select Mondays at the Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W, Smyrna) from 10 - 10:50 a.m. as they transform storytime into an active literacy event by boosting vocabulary, narrative sequencing and listening skills. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Nashville Public Library's Puppet Truck is visiting various branches this month with the classic Brothers Grimm tale told with the charming Peeko Puppets. Be enchanted as two siblings face challenges that test their courage in difficult times. Run time is 30 minutes. NPL Puppet Truck's "Hansel and Gretel" Dates & Times Saturday, Oct. 3 at
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Join at Sharp Springs Park (1000 Espey Dive., Smyrna) to enjoy outdoor games and activities: pumpkin bowling, looking at leaves and investigating animal skins and skulls from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Snacks included! MORE THINGS TO DO! |
9 events,
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little!
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
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
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Join for a special storytime with Fairview Fire Department in celebration of Fire Safety Week at the Fairview Library (2240 Fairview Blvd., Fairview) from 10 to 11 a.m. Enjoy stories, songs, a craft, a visit the the firemen and their truck! MORE THINGS TO DO!
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO!
Caregivers and their little ones ages 18 months to 3 years can join at the Nolensville Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. as they sing, listen to stories, shake shakers and have fun. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Join at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) for a festive, glow-in-the-dark party where "ghosts" and "monsters" can enjoy frightfully fun activities and make a glowing creation from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost is included with admission. MORE THINGS TO DO! |
12 events,
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they sing, listen to stories and have fun at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. On Oct. 14: Dia de los Muertos Story Time 
Get in free to the National Museum of African American Music on the first Wednesday of each month.
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Hear ye, hear ye! Celebrate the opening of "The Amazing Castle" exhibit THIS Saturday, Jan. 17 in Smyrna.
$2 – $55
A fun friendship romp through the seasons is now playing at Nashville Children's Theatre.
$28.50 – $38.50
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!
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Audiences will be able to relive Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise) pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot in high-definition while members of the Nashville Symphony orchestra perform the score live inside the Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Pl., Nashville) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $69. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$48
In this comedy described by Broadway World as “the lovechild of Mel Brooks and Monty Python,” a young woman has fallen ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, a famed female vampire hunter is on the case, and the world’s most incompetent real estate agent meets the world’s most infamous vampire. This re-imagining of
$18 – $22
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15 events,
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Thursdays are for Pre-K! Caregivers and little ones ages 3 to 5 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they read stories, sing songs and more at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. On Oct. 15: Franklin Fire Department Story Time Kids of all ages
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO!
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
Join at the Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for stories, songs and a craft on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. For ages 3 - 5. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Join at the Fairview Public Library (2240 Fairview Blvd., Fairview) for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging books followed by a simple craft on Thursdays starting at 11 a.m. Perfect for preschoolers (recommended for ages 3 - 5) and caregivers. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Join for an evening of fun and connection as the community and local law enforcement come together at Veterans Memorial Park (115 Floyd Mayfield Drive, La Vergne) from 5:30 to 9 p.m. The event will include activities, food, music, community partners and opportunities for families to interact with local first responders. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with 
Studio Tenn invites audiences to step into the delightfully kooky world of The Addams Family, the musical comedy that celebrates the wonderfully weird. Performances are on Wednesdays – Sundays, Oct. 8 - 25, on the Turner Theater stage (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). Tickets start at $77. Performance Information Runtime: 2 hours & 30 minutes, including a
$77
What if the villain is not who you thought? In this dramatic comedy from Nashville Repertory Theatre, a high school English class reexamines Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" and sparks a reckoning. As teenage girls debate John Proctor’s morality, their conversations expose uncomfortable truths about consent, credibility and the stories society chooses to protect. The show
$45.53
Experience the raw intensity of Puccini’s most cinematic masterpiece inside TPAC's Jackson Hall (505 Deaderick St., Nashville) on Thursday, Oct. 8 and Saturday, Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of 1800s Rome, Tosca is a high-stakes race against time where passion and politics collide. Follow the legendary singer Floria Tosca as
$36
Experience John Williams' iconic scores and intimate remembrances from longtime collaborator Richard Kaufman inside the Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Pl., Nashville) on Thursday, Oct. 8 and Friday, Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. You'll hear music from Star Wars, Jaws, Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, Schindler's List, Hook, and many more. The program also pays tribute
$61
In this comedy described by Broadway World as “the lovechild of Mel Brooks and Monty Python,” a young woman has fallen ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, a famed female vampire hunter is on the case, and the world’s most incompetent real estate agent meets the world’s most infamous vampire. This re-imagining of
$18 – $22
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21 events,
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Barbecue competitors from across the country and world converge in Lynchburg, TN to wield their grilling and smoking expertise in the final competition of the year on Oct. 9 - 10, with the main competition on Saturday. Although the barbecue competition itself is in Wiseman Park, the entire town is filled with booths and displays.
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Excite your senses and let your kids crafty THIS weekend on Centennial Park’s lower lawn. 
Young designers can personalize paper instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame.
$5 – $24.95
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
Bring kids to the Main Nashville Library's 2nd floor Children's Theater for some Wishing Chair magic!
Bring kids to the Main Nashville Library's 2nd floor Children's Theater for some Wishing Chair magic! 
Pop culture lovers can come together at the The Fairgrounds Nashville (625 Smith Ave., Nashville) to meet their favorite celebrities, attend exclusive panels, get autographs and more on Thursday, Oct. 9 through Saturday, Oct. 11 starting at 1 p.m. Enjoy special appearances from Matthew Lillard (Scooby-Doo), Lena Headey (Game of Thrones), Geena Davis (Beetlejuice), Robert
$18 – $22
Enjoy this pop-up beer garden with food trucks and live music on Fridays in September at Shelby Park.
See and hear The Dark Side of the Moon like you never have before inside the Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) on Sunday, Oct. 4 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m.; Fridays, Oct. 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 3:30 p.m.; and Saturday, Oct. 17 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m. This 50th
$11
Enjoy an evening of family-friendly spookiness: Haunted Walk through the building, bone-chilling Science Demonstrations and a Kids Zone on Friday, Oct. 9 and Saturday, Oct. 10 at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley E Pkwy., Smyrna). Families with younger children are encouraged to attend from 6 - 8 p.m. Scare hours are 8
$5.00
Pack up for this subterranean music festival at The Caverns (555 Charlie Roberts Road, Pelham), featuring headliners Gillian Welch & David Rawlings. Plus, enjoy on-site camping, cave tours, delicious food trucks, local vendors and more Saturday, Oct. 11 and Sunday, Oct. 12. This year, they're turning up the kids programming with the "Camp Caverns Kids
$2 – $99
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Discover the music of Fleetwood Mac played by a string quartet inside The Parthenon (2500 West End Ave., Nashville) bathed in candlelight at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $37. For ages 8 and older. Tentative Program Everywhere Gypsy You Make Loving Fun Never Going Back Again Don't Stop Gold Dust Woman Go Your Own Way
$37
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with
Studio Tenn invites audiences to step into the delightfully kooky world of The Addams Family, the musical comedy that celebrates the wonderfully weird. Performances are on Wednesdays – Sundays, Oct. 8 - 25, on the Turner Theater stage (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). Tickets start at $77. Performance Information Runtime: 2 hours & 30 minutes, including a
$77
See this live play based on the book by award-winning author Sharon Creech in Centennial Performing Arts Studios (211 27th Ave N, Nashville) from Oct. 9 through Oct. 18 (on Fridays at 7 p.m.; Wed, Sat, & Sun at 2 p.m. The story follows Jack, a boy who resists his teacher’s poetry assignments until, prompt
$13 – $19
What if the villain is not who you thought? In this dramatic comedy from Nashville Repertory Theatre, a high school English class reexamines Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" and sparks a reckoning. As teenage girls debate John Proctor’s morality, their conversations expose uncomfortable truths about consent, credibility and the stories society chooses to protect. The show
$45.53
Experience John Williams' iconic scores and intimate remembrances from longtime collaborator Richard Kaufman inside the Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Pl., Nashville) on Thursday, Oct. 8 and Friday, Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. You'll hear music from Star Wars, Jaws, Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, Schindler's List, Hook, and many more. The program also pays tribute
$61
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42 events,
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Come enjoy some wine on an excursion train ride on a restored classic streamlined stainless steel passenger train at Tennessee Central Railway Museum (220 Willow St., Nashville). During the layover in Watertown, visit the restaurants for lunch and shop the stores around the square. Cost is $85 for coach, $160 for dome and includes wine
$85 – $160
Pack up for this subterranean music festival at The Caverns (555 Charlie Roberts Road, Pelham), featuring headliners Gillian Welch & David Rawlings. Plus, enjoy on-site camping, cave tours, delicious food trucks, local vendors and more Saturday, Oct. 11 and Sunday, Oct. 12. This year, they're turning up the kids programming with the "Camp Caverns Kids
$2 – $99
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Sit inside a real harvester cab to see what it's like to harvest corn during this one-day event with music and lots more.
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
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Encourage your child's development through moving, singing and listening on the first Saturday of each month.
Included with admission; free to members.
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Make it a tradition! Bring the family out for fun Halloween activities, a selfie station and a costume parade!
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Join at Shade Tree Farm and Orchard (2087 Kinneys Road, Adams) to pick up some fall goodies from local vendors, grab a pumpkin or head to the kids’ zone from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will also be food trucks, fresh cider donuts, cider slushies and more.
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Excite your senses and let your kids crafty THIS weekend on Centennial Park’s lower lawn.
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As part of the Tennessee STEAM Festival, come experience STEAM as it relates to the history of at Belle Meade (5025 Harding Pike, Nashville). Activities run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with mansion tour times at 10:15 a.m., 12:45 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. Cost is $12 for ages 5 and older; $18 for adults.
$5 – $18
Young designers can personalize paper instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame.
$5 – $24.95
Plenty of kid goat cuddling is available this month at Noble Dairy Farm! Check it out.
$12
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Come out to Bowie Nature Park (7211 Bowie Lake Road, Fairview) to enjoy a touch-a-truck area (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.), pumpkin painting (while supplies last), games, nature programs, face painting, food vendors, paranormal & history hike ( 7 p.m. at shelter 2) and more! Children will be able to climb in fire trucks, police
Barbecue competitors from across the country and world converge in Lynchburg, TN to wield their grilling and smoking expertise in the final competition of the year on Oct. 9 - 10, with the main competition on Saturday. Although the barbecue competition itself is in Wiseman Park, the entire town is filled with booths and displays.
Bring kids to the Main Nashville Library's 2nd floor Children's Theater for some Wishing Chair magic!
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Join Mr. Bond's Science Guy for eerie fog, bubbling potions, creepy shadows, optical illusions and other spooky science surprises at the Nashville Public Library East branch (206 N 11th St, Nashville) from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. After the workshop, each kiddo will get to make and take home their own glow slime! MORE
Bring the kids to see hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones they don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
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21 events,
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Get out of the heat, Coffee shop on-site! Enjoy everything from classics to exotics (and yes, there will be some motorcycles) from 7 - 10 a.m. Museum admission opens at 10 a.m. for those wanting to tour the Wonders Center & Science Museum. Follow lead cars at 10 a.m. for a cruise to Fairview, TN,
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Kids ages 7 and younger can slide into the new Slick City Action Park at Opry Mills on Sunday mornings.
$14.99
Pack up for this subterranean music festival at The Caverns (555 Charlie Roberts Road, Pelham), featuring headliners Gillian Welch & David Rawlings. Plus, enjoy on-site camping, cave tours, delicious food trucks, local vendors and more Saturday, Oct. 11 and Sunday, Oct. 12. This year, they're turning up the kids programming with the "Camp Caverns Kids
$2 – $99
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Young designers can personalize paper instruments at Country Music Hall of Fame.
$5 – $24.95
Excite your senses and let your kids crafty THIS weekend on Centennial Park’s lower lawn.
Bring the kids to see hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones they don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
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The Titans will take on the Houston Texans at Nissan Stadium (1 Titans Way, Nashville), with kickoff scheduled for noon. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Pop culture lovers can come together at the The Fairgrounds Nashville (625 Smith Ave., Nashville) to meet their favorite celebrities, attend exclusive panels, get autographs and more on Thursday, Oct. 9 through Saturday, Oct. 11 starting at 1 p.m. Enjoy special appearances from Matthew Lillard (Scooby-Doo), Lena Headey (Game of Thrones), Geena Davis (Beetlejuice), Robert
$18 – $22
Studio Tenn invites audiences to step into the delightfully kooky world of The Addams Family, the musical comedy that celebrates the wonderfully weird. Performances are on Wednesdays – Sundays, Oct. 8 - 25, on the Turner Theater stage (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). Tickets start at $77. Performance Information Runtime: 2 hours & 30 minutes, including a
$77
The Martin ArtQuest Gallery is newly revamped, plus enjoy a tour and fun gallery experiences.
$18
A fun friendship romp through the seasons is now playing at Nashville Children's Theatre.
$28.50 – $38.50
What if the villain is not who you thought? In this dramatic comedy from Nashville Repertory Theatre, a high school English class reexamines Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" and sparks a reckoning. As teenage girls debate John Proctor’s morality, their conversations expose uncomfortable truths about consent, credibility and the stories society chooses to protect. The show
$45.53
In this comedy described by Broadway World as “the lovechild of Mel Brooks and Monty Python,” a young woman has fallen ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, a famed female vampire hunter is on the case, and the world’s most incompetent real estate agent meets the world’s most infamous vampire. This re-imagining of
$18 – $22
See this live play based on the book by award-winning author Sharon Creech in Centennial Performing Arts Studios (211 27th Ave N, Nashville) from Oct. 9 through Oct. 18 (on Fridays at 7 p.m.; Wed, Sat, & Sun at 2 p.m. The story follows Jack, a boy who resists his teacher’s poetry assignments until, prompt
$13 – $19
Live music, vineyard views and tasty food in Arrington.
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Sit back and jam out while enjoying vibrant lasers synced to hits from the King of Pop in the Sudekum Planetarium at Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) from 4:15 - 5 p.m. Cost is $11 for non-members; $7 for members. Tracklist Billie Jean Rock With You The Way You Make Me Feel
$7 – $11
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Preschoolers and their parents can enjoy all the exhibits, attend storytime and participate in an activity in the Eureka Theatre on the second floor of Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Cost is $18 for non-member adults and $14 for non-member youth; free for members. READ MORE! MOM REPORT:
$14 – $18
Bring the kids to Belle Meade (5025 Harding Pike, Nashville) for a week of fall crafts, science experiments and seasonal fun on Monday, Oct. 12 through Friday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. A new theme every day — Leaf Day, Fall Vegetable Day, Apple Day, Fall Animals Day and Halloween Day —
$5 – $18
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Watch the mermaids swim at Nashville's Aquarium Restaurant.
Must reserve a table in advance
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12 events,
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little!
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
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Bring the kids to Belle Meade (5025 Harding Pike, Nashville) for a week of fall crafts, science experiments and seasonal fun on Monday, Oct. 12 through Friday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. A new theme every day — Leaf Day, Fall Vegetable Day, Apple Day, Fall Animals Day and Halloween Day —
$5 – $18
Caregivers and their little ones ages 18 months to 3 years can join at the Nolensville Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. as they sing, listen to stories, shake shakers and have fun. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Nashville Public Library's Puppet Truck is visiting various branches this month with the classic Brothers Grimm tale told with the charming Peeko Puppets. Be enchanted as two siblings face challenges that test their courage in difficult times. Run time is 30 minutes. NPL Puppet Truck's "Hansel and Gretel" Dates & Times Saturday, Oct. 3 at
Kids weighing 50 pounds or more can try climbing the indoor rock wall at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center!
$2.00
If theater is one of your “favorite things,” see the North American tour of this Rodgers & Hammerstein classic inside TPAC's Jackson Hall (505 Deaderick St., Nashville) from Tuesday, Oct. 13 through Sunday, Oct. 18. Featuring beloved songs like “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and “Edelweiss,” the iconic tale features a spirited nun who chooses not
$97
Get out those "fang fingers" as the Preds play on their home ice.
$54 – $400
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17 events,
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they sing, listen to stories and have fun at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. On Oct. 14: Dia de los Muertos Story Time
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Bring the kids to Belle Meade (5025 Harding Pike, Nashville) for a week of fall crafts, science experiments and seasonal fun on Monday, Oct. 12 through Friday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. A new theme every day — Leaf Day, Fall Vegetable Day, Apple Day, Fall Animals Day and Halloween Day —
$5 – $18
Bring your kids ages 2 - 8 for a mix of stories, songs and puppet shows on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Linebaugh Public Library's (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro) from 10 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Make a spooky sunset with a Halloween vibe with watercolors at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. For ages 5 to 12. In-person registration begins 30 minutes before the program.
A fun friendship romp through the seasons is now playing at Nashville Children's Theatre.
$28.50 – $38.50
See this live play based on the book by award-winning author Sharon Creech in Centennial Performing Arts Studios (211 27th Ave N, Nashville) from Oct. 9 through Oct. 18 (on Fridays at 7 p.m.; Wed, Sat, & Sun at 2 p.m. The story follows Jack, a boy who resists his teacher’s poetry assignments until, prompt
$13 – $19
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Calling all Wild Things! Dress up (non-scary costumes only) for a night of frolicking under the open sky at the Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) from 5 to 6:30 p.m. There will be a live animal program, storybook hiking trail, hot drinks, classic fall-themed games and more! Cost is $5 per person/$20 per family.
$5 – $20
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!
Studio Tenn invites audiences to step into the delightfully kooky world of The Addams Family, the musical comedy that celebrates the wonderfully weird. Performances are on Wednesdays – Sundays, Oct. 8 - 25, on the Turner Theater stage (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). Tickets start at $77. Performance Information Runtime: 2 hours & 30 minutes, including a
$77
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See the "Boys in Gold" face off at GEODIS Park (501 Benton Ave., Nashville) as Nashville SC continues its seventh year in Major League Soccer. Children 3 years or older require a ticket to attend matches. Tickets vary for each game. Check out their theme nights HERE. For tickets, click HERE. If You Bring the Kids
$25
If theater is one of your “favorite things,” see the North American tour of this Rodgers & Hammerstein classic inside TPAC's Jackson Hall (505 Deaderick St., Nashville) from Tuesday, Oct. 13 through Sunday, Oct. 18. Featuring beloved songs like “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and “Edelweiss,” the iconic tale features a spirited nun who chooses not
$97
In this comedy described by Broadway World as “the lovechild of Mel Brooks and Monty Python,” a young woman has fallen ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, a famed female vampire hunter is on the case, and the world’s most incompetent real estate agent meets the world’s most infamous vampire. This re-imagining of
$18 – $22
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24 events,
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Thursdays are for Pre-K! Caregivers and little ones ages 3 to 5 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they read stories, sing songs and more at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. On Oct. 15: Franklin Fire Department Story Time Kids of all ages
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Kids ages 2 - 6 can join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center.
$2.00
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO!
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Bring the kids to Belle Meade (5025 Harding Pike, Nashville) for a week of fall crafts, science experiments and seasonal fun on Monday, Oct. 12 through Friday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. A new theme every day — Leaf Day, Fall Vegetable Day, Apple Day, Fall Animals Day and Halloween Day —
$5 – $18
Join for a special 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 the third Thursday of the month from 10:30 - 11 a.m. Members are admitted free; non-members are $10 per adult, and
$3 – $17
Join at the Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for stories, songs and a craft on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. For ages 3 - 5. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Join at the Fairview Public Library (2240 Fairview Blvd., Fairview) for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging books followed by a simple craft on Thursdays starting at 11 a.m. Perfect for preschoolers (recommended for ages 3 - 5) and caregivers. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Children will stuff pillows with fiberfill and tie fleece knots to make a cuddly dinosaur pillow at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. For ages 6 to 12. In-person registration begins 30 minutes before the program.
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Turn an ordinary pumpkin into your favorite storybook character at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood anytime between 2 and 4 p.m. Bring your creativity; supplies and pumpkins will be provided. For ages 5 and older.
Enjoy hands-on STEM programming exploring biology, chemistry and physics through messy, yucky experiments like making fake snot, simulating digestion and mixing slime at the Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W, Smyrna) from 3:15 - 3:45 a.m. For grades 2 - 5. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Kids ages 5-8 can join at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) on select Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for fun-filled sessions where they explore nonfiction picture books and bring science to life with hands-on experiments. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Sharpen your archery skills at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center.
$3 – $5
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Join at McFadden Community Center (211 Bridge Ave, Murfreesboro) for the annual Fall Fest and Haunted Hallways from 5 to 8 p.m. Everyone is invited for food, fun, fellowship and fright. Some highlights of the night are the carnival games, t-shirt and cake walk, food and the Haunted Hallways. DISCOVER MORE THINGS TO
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Grab your best costume and celebrate spooky season at the Nashville Zoo (3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville) with unlimited BOOze samples, trick-or-treating, live DJ, and plenty of party animals at this adults-only outing from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. General admission is $80; designated driver tickets are $45. More photos \ MORE THINGS TO DO!
$45. – $80
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with
Get out those "fang fingers" as the Preds play on their home ice.
$54 – $400
Studio Tenn invites audiences to step into the delightfully kooky world of The Addams Family, the musical comedy that celebrates the wonderfully weird. Performances are on Wednesdays – Sundays, Oct. 8 - 25, on the Turner Theater stage (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). Tickets start at $77. Performance Information Runtime: 2 hours & 30 minutes, including a
$77
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21 events,
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Bring the kids to Belle Meade (5025 Harding Pike, Nashville) for a week of fall crafts, science experiments and seasonal fun on Monday, Oct. 12 through Friday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. A new theme every day — Leaf Day, Fall Vegetable Day, Apple Day, Fall Animals Day and Halloween Day —
$5 – $18
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
Nashville Public Library's Puppet Truck is visiting various branches this month with the classic Brothers Grimm tale told with the charming Peeko Puppets. Be enchanted as two siblings face challenges that test their courage in difficult times. Run time is 30 minutes. NPL Puppet Truck's "Hansel and Gretel" Dates & Times Saturday, Oct. 3 at
Bring kids to the Main Nashville Library's 2nd floor Children's Theater for some Wishing Chair magic!
Bring kids to the Main Nashville Library's 2nd floor Children's Theater for some Wishing Chair magic!
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Get ready for a monstrously fun adventure at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) from 1 to 2 p.m. Children will enjoy a monster story, create their own unique monsters and explore a fun monster-themed science experiment. For ages 3 and older.
Enjoy this pop-up beer garden with food trucks and live music on Fridays in September at Shelby Park.
See and hear The Dark Side of the Moon like you never have before inside the Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) on Sunday, Oct. 4 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m.; Fridays, Oct. 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 3:30 p.m.; and Saturday, Oct. 17 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m. This 50th
$11
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
Bring the family out for a chance to explore Cannonsburgh Village (312 S Front St, Murfreesboro) and its buildings in the dark on Friday, Oct. 16 and Saturday, Oct. 17 from 6 to 9 p.m. Make sure you bring your flashlight to explore the dark corners of the log cabins while on a flashlight hunt.
$5
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with
Studio Tenn invites audiences to step into the delightfully kooky world of The Addams Family, the musical comedy that celebrates the wonderfully weird. Performances are on Wednesdays – Sundays, Oct. 8 - 25, on the Turner Theater stage (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). Tickets start at $77. Performance Information Runtime: 2 hours & 30 minutes, including a
$77
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Oaklands Mansion (900 N. Maney Ave., Murfreesboro) is opening its doors after dark for a self-guided tour exploring some of the unusual and creepy details of the over 200-year-old house while it is decorated for the Halloween season. Bring your own flashlight. Admission for ages 12 & older is $20; admission for ages 6 - 11
$10 – $20
See this live play based on the book by award-winning author Sharon Creech in Centennial Performing Arts Studios (211 27th Ave N, Nashville) from Oct. 9 through Oct. 18 (on Fridays at 7 p.m.; Wed, Sat, & Sun at 2 p.m. The story follows Jack, a boy who resists his teacher’s poetry assignments until, prompt
$13 – $19
What if the villain is not who you thought? In this dramatic comedy from Nashville Repertory Theatre, a high school English class reexamines Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" and sparks a reckoning. As teenage girls debate John Proctor’s morality, their conversations expose uncomfortable truths about consent, credibility and the stories society chooses to protect. The show
$45.53
If theater is one of your “favorite things,” see the North American tour of this Rodgers & Hammerstein classic inside TPAC's Jackson Hall (505 Deaderick St., Nashville) from Tuesday, Oct. 13 through Sunday, Oct. 18. Featuring beloved songs like “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and “Edelweiss,” the iconic tale features a spirited nun who chooses not
$97
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THIS Saturday! Enjoy noshing while watching mermaids swim to music at the Aquarium Restaurant.
$3 – $35
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Book-lovers rejoice! It's that special time of year for celebrating authors and all-things books with performances, publishers, kids activities and more THIS weekend! 
Browse hundreds of booths featuring handmade pottery, woodwork, jewelry, seasonal decor and paintings by local artisans at The Webb School (Maple Street, Bell Buckle) on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Come ride the Fall Foliage Excursion Train through the rolling hills of Tennessee at Tennessee Central Railway Museum (220 Willow St., Nashville) on Saturdays, Oct. 17 and Oct. 24! This trip will travel east out of Nashville along the Nashville and Eastern Railroad and stop at Watertown for lunch at one of the several restaurants.
$40 – $80
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
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Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Plenty of kid goat cuddling is available this month at Noble Dairy Farm! Check it out.
$12
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THIS Saturday! Wear costumes and come out for pumpkin decorating, trick-or-treating, inflatables, food trucks and lots more.
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Free pumpkin for kids up to age 9 at the Streets of Indian Lake Shopping Center (300 Indian Lake Blvd., Hendersonville) from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Enjoy pumpkin painting, live music, a kids play zone, face painting, costume and dance contests for prizes, a magic show at 11 a.m., a balloon artist, artisan vendors
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
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Enjoy a day of music, food and fellowship at Progressive Baptist Church (1419 12th Ave S, Nashville) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature free food, local vendors, free health services from Metro Public Health Department, kid-friendly activities, live music, clothing giveaway, food box donations and more.
Families can join the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) in the Story Room for stories, songs and crafts on Saturdays from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 3 and older.
Bring kids to the Main Nashville Library's 2nd floor Children's Theater for some Wishing Chair magic!
Bring the kids to see hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones they don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
Bring kids to the Main Nashville Library's 2nd floor Children's Theater for some Wishing Chair magic!
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Stroll along the shaded grounds of Two Rivers Mansion (3130 McGavock Pike, Nashville) while sampling more than 100 different beers and 90 selections of wine from 12 - 5 p.m. This year’s festival will also feature seasonal fall beers, from pumpkin to fall ciders. In addition to wine and beer tastings, the festival also features
$15 – $75
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Browse hundreds of booths featuring handmade pottery, woodwork, jewelry, seasonal decor and paintings by local artisans at The Webb School (Maple Street, Bell Buckle) on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Book-lovers rejoice! It's that special time of year for celebrating authors and all-things books with performances, publishers, kids activities and more THIS weekend!
Bring the kids to see hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones they don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
If theater is one of your “favorite things,” see the North American tour of this Rodgers & Hammerstein classic inside TPAC's Jackson Hall (505 Deaderick St., Nashville) from Tuesday, Oct. 13 through Sunday, Oct. 18. Featuring beloved songs like “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and “Edelweiss,” the iconic tale features a spirited nun who chooses not
$97
Studio Tenn invites audiences to step into the delightfully kooky world of The Addams Family, the musical comedy that celebrates the wonderfully weird. Performances are on Wednesdays – Sundays, Oct. 8 - 25, on the Turner Theater stage (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). Tickets start at $77. Performance Information Runtime: 2 hours & 30 minutes, including a
$77
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.
A fun friendship romp through the seasons is now playing at Nashville Children's Theatre.
$28.50 – $38.50
What if the villain is not who you thought? In this dramatic comedy from Nashville Repertory Theatre, a high school English class reexamines Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" and sparks a reckoning. As teenage girls debate John Proctor’s morality, their conversations expose uncomfortable truths about consent, credibility and the stories society chooses to protect. The show
$45.53
See this live play based on the book by award-winning author Sharon Creech in Centennial Performing Arts Studios (211 27th Ave N, Nashville) from Oct. 9 through Oct. 18 (on Fridays at 7 p.m.; Wed, Sat, & Sun at 2 p.m. The story follows Jack, a boy who resists his teacher’s poetry assignments until, prompt
$13 – $19
Live music, vineyard views and tasty food in Arrington.
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Welcome the beloved concert series to its new riverfront home in 2027 with this lawnwarming party at Ascend Amphitheater (310 1st Avenue South, Nashville) starting at 4:30 p.m. Join as Guster and Grace Potter take the stage with special guests Beach Weather, The Brummies, Lucie Silvas and Kara Frazier. Tickets start at $24.
$24
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with
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Immerse yourself in this powerful live performance with storytelling and visuals, tracing Petty’s journey from his humble beginnings in Florida to global stardom. Audiences will hear hits like “Learning to Fly,” “American Girl” and “Don’t Come Around Here No More" inside the Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Pl., Nashville) starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start
$40
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Preschoolers and their parents can enjoy all the exhibits, attend storytime and participate in an activity in the Eureka Theatre on the second floor of Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Cost is $18 for non-member adults and $14 for non-member youth; free for members. READ MORE! MOM REPORT:
$14 – $18
Join on select Mondays at the Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W, Smyrna) from 10 - 10:50 a.m. as they transform storytime into an active literacy event by boosting vocabulary, narrative sequencing and listening skills. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
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Celebrate 35 years of Sonic the Hedgehog with this new concert experience bringing the music and moments of the beloved video games to the stage inside the Ryman Auditorium (116 Fifth Ave. N, Nashville) starting at 7:30 p.m. Featuring moments and music from the very first game in 1991 through today, the production features the
$59.77
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little!
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
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Rising 5th graders and above can enjoy this weeklong coding camp with the Boys and Girls Club.
Bring your kids ages 2 - 8 for a mix of stories, songs and puppet shows on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Linebaugh Public Library's (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro) from 10 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO!
Caregivers and their little ones ages 18 months to 3 years can join at the Nolensville Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. as they sing, listen to stories, shake shakers and have fun. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Kids weighing 50 pounds or more can try climbing the indoor rock wall at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center!
$2.00
Nashville Public Library's Puppet Truck is visiting various branches this month with the classic Brothers Grimm tale told with the charming Peeko Puppets. Be enchanted as two siblings face challenges that test their courage in difficult times. Run time is 30 minutes. NPL Puppet Truck's "Hansel and Gretel" Dates & Times Saturday, Oct. 3 at
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Create bright and fun stained-glass Halloween suncatchers at the Nashville Public Library Hermitage Branch (3700 James Kay Ln, Hermitage) from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Themes include ghosts, spiders, skulls and pumpkins. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they sing, listen to stories and have fun at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. On Oct. 14: Dia de los Muertos Story Time
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Nashville Public Library's Puppet Truck is visiting various branches this month with the classic Brothers Grimm tale told with the charming Peeko Puppets. Be enchanted as two siblings face challenges that test their courage in difficult times. Run time is 30 minutes. NPL Puppet Truck's "Hansel and Gretel" Dates & Times Saturday, Oct. 3 at
Bring your kids ages 2 - 8 for a mix of stories, songs and puppet shows on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Linebaugh Public Library's (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro) from 10 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO!
Join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) to discover something wild about the natural world on select Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. You may meet a SOAC animal or enjoy a nature-based activity weekly topics are posted online; look for more information on the SOAC Facebook page.
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
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!
Studio Tenn invites audiences to step into the delightfully kooky world of The Addams Family, the musical comedy that celebrates the wonderfully weird. Performances are on Wednesdays – Sundays, Oct. 8 - 25, on the Turner Theater stage (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). Tickets start at $77. Performance Information Runtime: 2 hours & 30 minutes, including a
$77
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"Don't Stop Believin'" and see the 70s' rock band perform live in Bridgestone Arena (501 Broadway, Nashville) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $61. MORE CONCERTS!
$61
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Thursdays are for Pre-K! Caregivers and little ones ages 3 to 5 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they read stories, sing songs and more at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. On Oct. 15: Franklin Fire Department Story Time Kids of all ages
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Kids ages 2 - 6 can join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center.
$2.00
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO!
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
A sweet and special storytime for babies ages 0 - 23 months and a caregiver.
Join at the Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for stories, songs and a craft on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. For ages 3 - 5. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Join at the Fairview Public Library (2240 Fairview Blvd., Fairview) for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging books followed by a simple craft on Thursdays starting at 11 a.m. Perfect for preschoolers (recommended for ages 3 - 5) and caregivers. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Kids ages 5-8 can join at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) on select Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for fun-filled sessions where they explore nonfiction picture books and bring science to life with hands-on experiments. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Come get creative at the Fairview Public Library (2240 Fairview Blvd., Fairview) and paint a pumpkin from 4 to 5 p.m. For ages 5 - 12. All supplies will be provided. Just bring your imagination! Registration is required. MORE THINGS TO DO! 
Enjoy the opportunity to join the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) on a select Thursday after school to create some art to take home from 4 to 5:30 p.m. For ages 7 - 17. Cost is $3 for members, $5 for non-members. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$3 – $5
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
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Come in costume and trick or treat throughout Halloween themed trunks at Brush Hill Cumberland Presbyterian Church (3705 Brush Hill Road, Nashville) from 5 to 7 p.m. They’ll have plenty of treats, a playground and a firetruck appearance!
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with
Studio Tenn invites audiences to step into the delightfully kooky world of The Addams Family, the musical comedy that celebrates the wonderfully weird. Performances are on Wednesdays – Sundays, Oct. 8 - 25, on the Turner Theater stage (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). Tickets start at $77. Performance Information Runtime: 2 hours & 30 minutes, including a
$77
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Nashville Public Library's Puppet Truck is visiting various branches this month with the classic Brothers Grimm tale told with the charming Peeko Puppets. Be enchanted as two siblings face challenges that test their courage in difficult times. Run time is 30 minutes. NPL Puppet Truck's "Hansel and Gretel" Dates & Times Saturday, Oct. 3 at
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
See and hear The Dark Side of the Moon like you never have before inside the Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) on Sunday, Oct. 4 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m.; Fridays, Oct. 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 3:30 p.m.; and Saturday, Oct. 17 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m. This 50th
$11
Come out to see this shadow puppet play presented by Wishing Chair Productions based on the classic story by Washington Irving. The performances happen in the Children's Theatre on the second floor of the downtown Nashville Public Library branch (615 Church St., Nashville) on Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 23 - 31, at 4:30 p.m. Recommended
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
Join the fun on a not so scary hayride and enjoy a live action storytelling of Goldilocks with a heartwarming twist at Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro) on Friday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. Come and meet other fairytale characters along the way. Cost is $5.
$5.00
Illuminate your fall with a magical after-dark corn maze adventure at Lucky Ladd Farms (4374 Rocky Glade Road, Eagleville) on Friday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 24 from 6 - 10 p.m.! Navigate glowing pathways and dark turns, enjoy a family dance party, meet friendly animals and capture glow-worthy photos. Complimentary glow accessories included! Cost
$18 – $24
Ever wonder what goes on inside one of the most historic homes in Middle Tennessee once the sun goes down? Walk the dimly lit halls at Sam Davis Home (1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna) and hear stories of the property's tragic and haunting past. Then, trek to the Davis family cemetery by lantern light. Cost
$30
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with
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Experience a talented string quartet playing your favorite anthems by Michael Jackson inside National Museum of African American Music (510 Broadway, Nashville) bathed in candlelight at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $55. Tentative Program Hello Rumour Has It Make You Feel My Love Water Under the Bridge Oh My God Someone Like You Send My
$55
Studio Tenn invites audiences to step into the delightfully kooky world of The Addams Family, the musical comedy that celebrates the wonderfully weird. Performances are on Wednesdays – Sundays, Oct. 8 - 25, on the Turner Theater stage (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). Tickets start at $77. Performance Information Runtime: 2 hours & 30 minutes, including a
$77
Enjoy the scariest hayride into the depths of Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Pkwy., Murfreesboro) on Friday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 24 from 8:30 - 10 p.m. Who or what is lurking in the woods? Do you dare find out? Recommended for ages 10 and older. Cost is $5. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$5.00
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Experience a talented string quartet playing your favorite spooky tunes inspired by Halloween inside the National Museum of African American Music (510 Broadway, Nashville) bathed in candlelight at 8:45 p.m. Tickets start at $55. Tentative Program Thriller - Michael Jackson Funeral March of a Marionette - Charles Gounod String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor
$55
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Enjoy this scenic urban road race starting and finishing at First Horizon Park (19 Junior Gilliam WayNashville) in downtown Nashville. Every finisher receives a commemorative medal, performance T-shirt and access to the post-race finish line festival inside the ballpark featuring live music and refreshments. Cost is $120 for the half marathon; $65 for the 5K;
$5 – $120
Bring those costumed canines to Cheekwood for vendors, special treats and live entertainment.
$2
Bring those costumed canines to Cheekwood for vendors, special treats and live entertainment.
$2
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Come ride the Fall Foliage Excursion Train through the rolling hills of Tennessee at Tennessee Central Railway Museum (220 Willow St., Nashville) on Saturdays, Oct. 17 and Oct. 24! This trip will travel east out of Nashville along the Nashville and Eastern Railroad and stop at Watertown for lunch at one of the several restaurants.
$40 – $80
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Get ready for a spooktacular day at Breeden's Orchard (631 Beckwith Road, Mt. Juliet) from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wander through decorated vehicles, collect candy along the way and show off your best costume in a safe, festive Halloween setting. Perfect for trick-or-treaters of all ages!
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
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It’s time for the 50th Annual Harvest Days at Cannonsburgh Village (312 S Front St, Murfreesboro) from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Join for hands-on demonstrations, food trucks and handmade crafts. Enjoy live music and clogging at the gazebo. The Murfreesboro Art League will have art on display and for sale. Don’t miss blacksmithing demonstrations
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Celebrate the 28th annual Haunted Museum Storytelling Festival at the Tennessee State Museum (1000 Rosa L Parks Blvd., Nashville) — a free, fun and safe Halloween event for children of all ages from 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Each year, the Museum dresses up in its Halloween décor and presents games, crafts, stories and prizes. 
Join Linebaugh Library (105 W. Vine St., Murfreesboro) for stories, songs, a puppet show and a special activity for all ages from 10 - 10:45 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Get outside and enjoy drop-in style, hands-on activities and a storytime Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Included with General Admission or Membership
Plenty of kid goat cuddling is available this month at Noble Dairy Farm! Check it out.
$12
Families can join the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) in the Story Room for stories, songs and crafts on Saturdays from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 3 and older. 
Kids who love being on stage and in the spotlight will enjoy these workshops being offered through TPAC on Saturday, Oct. 24.
$40
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Head to Goodlettsville for or shopping, a DJ, inflatables, a candy trail and more.
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Bring a pumpkin to paint for fun, or enter it into the annual Painted Pumpkin Contest at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St., Murfreesboro) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. They’ll provide the pumpkins, paints and brushes — just bring your creativity and fall spirit! You can enter your book-themed pumpkin in their contest
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Come out for a costume contest, inflatables, trick-or-treating, hay rides, petting zoo, food trucks, vendors and more at Charlie Daniels Park (1075 Charlie Daniels Pkwy., Mt. Juliet) from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! |
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Bring those costumed canines to Cheekwood for vendors, special treats and live entertainment.
$2
Bring those costumed canines to Cheekwood for vendors, special treats and live entertainment.
$2
The magical Mother Goose invites little ones to join in with her classic stories and rhymes.
$15.50
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Bring the kids to see hundreds of unique cars up close — the ones they don't usually get to see!
$3 – $65
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The Titans will take on the Cleveland Browns at Nissan Stadium (1 Titans Way, Nashville), with kickoff scheduled for 12 p.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Enjoy some Halloween fun at Belle Meade Historic Site (5025 Harding Pike, Nashville) from 1 – 4 p.m with free trick-or-treat stations, crafts, hayrides, hay mazes, face painting ($5), pick-and-carve a pumpkin ($15) and a showing of It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. Make sure to show off your best costume at the Halloween Costume
Studio Tenn invites audiences to step into the delightfully kooky world of The Addams Family, the musical comedy that celebrates the wonderfully weird. Performances are on Wednesdays – Sundays, Oct. 8 - 25, on the Turner Theater stage (230 Franklin Road, Franklin). Tickets start at $77. Performance Information Runtime: 2 hours & 30 minutes, including a
$77
Live music, vineyard views and tasty food in Arrington.
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with
Discover Halloween inspired music played by a string quartet under the glow of candlelight inside The Parthenon (200 4th Ave N, Nashville) at 6:45 and again at 8:45 p.m. Tickets start at $33. For ages 8 and older. Tentative Program Thriller - Michael Jackson Funeral March of a Marionette - Charles Gounod String Quartet No.
$33
Get out those "fang fingers" as the Preds play on their home ice.
$54 – $400
Discover Halloween inspired music played by a string quartet under the glow of candlelight inside The Parthenon (200 4th Ave N, Nashville) at 6:45 and again at 8:45 p.m. Tickets start at $33. For ages 8 and older. Tentative Program Thriller - Michael Jackson Funeral March of a Marionette - Charles Gounod String Quartet No.
$33
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Preschoolers and their parents can enjoy all the exhibits, attend storytime and participate in an activity in the Eureka Theatre on the second floor of Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Cost is $18 for non-member adults and $14 for non-member youth; free for members. READ MORE! MOM REPORT:
$14 – $18
Join on select Mondays at the Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W, Smyrna) from 10 - 10:50 a.m. as they transform storytime into an active literacy event by boosting vocabulary, narrative sequencing and listening skills. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Come out on Wednesdays for story time with your Little!
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
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to
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
Rising 5th graders and above can enjoy this weeklong coding camp with the Boys and Girls Club.
Bring your kids ages 2 - 8 for a mix of stories, songs and puppet shows on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Linebaugh Public Library's (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro) from 10 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO!
Caregivers and their little ones ages 18 months to 3 years can join at the Nolensville Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. as they sing, listen to stories, shake shakers and have fun. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Kids weighing 50 pounds or more can try climbing the indoor rock wall at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center!
$2.00
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
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Get spooky at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) with ghostly crafts, gooey fun, spooky surprises and a Halloween adventure from 5 to 6 p.m. For ages 6 - 12.
Get out those "fang fingers" as the Preds play on their home ice.
$54 – $400
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Your Halloween plans just got a lot more spine-tingling with this spooky concert experience: the original 1931 Frankenstein on the big screen while the Nashville Symphony performs a haunting live score underneath every scene. It all happens inside the Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Pl., Nashville) starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $37. More
$37
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Tuesdays are for toddlers! Caregivers and their little ones aged 18 months to 3 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they sing, listen to stories and have fun at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. On Oct. 14: Dia de los Muertos Story Time
Enjoy songs, puppets, stories and more at the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ages 18 months – 3 years can come at 10 a.m. and ages 3 – 5 at 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO! Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter for parenting tips, top things to
Bring your kids ages 2 - 8 for a mix of stories, songs and puppet shows on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Linebaugh Public Library's (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro) from 10 - 11 a.m. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO!
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) to discover something wild about the natural world on select Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. You may meet a SOAC animal or enjoy a nature-based activity weekly topics are posted online; look for more information on the SOAC Facebook page.
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
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! 
Choreography, music and vibrant Mexican tradition combine for this performance at The Martin Center (3630 Redmon Street, Nashville) Wednesday, Oct. 28 through Sunday, Nov. 1. Pulling inspiration from the paintings of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, Día de los Muertos bridges tradition with Nashville's cultural landscape, promising an artistic journey into the heart of this
$40.50
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See the "Boys in Gold" face off at GEODIS Park (501 Benton Ave., Nashville) as Nashville SC continues its seventh year in Major League Soccer. Children 3 years or older require a ticket to attend matches. Tickets vary for each game. Check out their theme nights HERE. For tickets, click HERE. If You Bring the Kids
$25
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Thursdays are for Pre-K! Caregivers and little ones ages 3 to 5 years are welcome to join in the Children's Activity Room at the Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) as they read stories, sing songs and more at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. On Oct. 15: Franklin Fire Department Story Time Kids of all ages
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Kids ages 2 - 6 can join the staff at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center.
$2.00
Children’s books, songs, fingerplays and a craft for preschoolers at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO!
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It's time to trick-or-treat! Wear a costume and come ready to dance, craft and party at the Nashville Public Library Donelson branch (2315 Lebanon Pike, Nashville) from 10:30 - 11:30a.m. Ideal for ages 2-9, but all are welcome. MORE THINGS TO DO!
A sweet and special storytime for babies ages 0 - 23 months and a caregiver.
Join at the Nolensville Public Library (915 Oldham Drive, Nolensville) for stories, songs and a craft on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. For ages 3 - 5. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Join at the Fairview Public Library (2240 Fairview Blvd., Fairview) for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging books followed by a simple craft on Thursdays starting at 11 a.m. Perfect for preschoolers (recommended for ages 3 - 5) and caregivers. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Learn something new on Fall Break and conquer your fears at the Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro)! Learn about Tennessee’s native venomous and non-venomous snakes and spiders in a safe and engaging environment from 1 to 2 p.m. Gain a deeper understanding of these creatures and turn your fear into fascination! Must register.
Kids ages 5-8 can join at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro) on select Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for fun-filled sessions where they explore nonfiction picture books and bring science to life with hands-on experiments. MORE THINGS TO DO!
Sharpen your archery skills at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center.
$3 – $5
Nashville Public Library's Puppet Truck is visiting various branches this month with the classic Brothers Grimm tale told with the charming Peeko Puppets. Be enchanted as two siblings face challenges that test their courage in difficult times. Run time is 30 minutes. NPL Puppet Truck's "Hansel and Gretel" Dates & Times Saturday, Oct. 3 at
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
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Watch the mermaids swim at Nashville's Aquarium Restaurant.
Must reserve a table in advance
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with
Discover the music of composer Hans Zimmer (Pirates of the Caribbean, Inception, Gladiator) played by a string quartet inside Saint Elle (1420 3rd Ave S #101, Nashville) bathed in candlelight starting at 6:15 p.m. Tickets start at $33. For ages 8 and older. Tentative Program Time - Inception This Land - The Lion King Zooster’s Breakout - Madagascar
$33
Get out those "fang fingers" as the Preds play on their home ice.
$54 – $400
Choreography, music and vibrant Mexican tradition combine for this performance at The Martin Center (3630 Redmon Street, Nashville) Wednesday, Oct. 28 through Sunday, Nov. 1. Pulling inspiration from the paintings of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, Día de los Muertos bridges tradition with Nashville's cultural landscape, promising an artistic journey into the heart of this
$40.50
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Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
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Preschoolers can trick-or-treat on the Gallatin square THIS Friday, Oct. 31.
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Bring your toddler(s) (2-5 years old) to Patterson Park Community Center (521 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Murfreesboro) for a spooktacular time from 10 to 11:30 a.m. There will be a parade, spooky pokey dance, candy, carnival style games, superhero obstacle course, prize drawings and costume contest. Storytime starts at 10 a.m. Admission is
a can of food
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
Create a suncatcher inspired by the stained-glass at the Ryman.
Included with museum admission; Free to museum members.
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Join for a spook-ified, Halloween-themed storytim at the Nashville Public Library Madison branch (610 Gallatin Pike S, Madison) from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. You'll enjoy Halloween stories and songs and enjoy a library trick-or-treating afterwards. Costumes encouraged! MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Calling all parents of babies! Join in the Children’s Activity Room at Franklin Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) for this "Boo Bash" from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. where the only scary thing is how scary cute your baby looks in their costume. Dress up your baby in their cutest costume and join for a baby-safe 
One of the largest three-day sports cards and collectibles shows in the country returns to The Fairgrounds Nashville (625 Smith Ave., Nashville) Oct. 30 - Nov. 1. Browse over 1,150 tables of sports cards, memorabilia, Pokémon, TCG, autographs and other collectibles. Admission is $10, $30 VIP (2 hr early entry on Friday, 1 hr early
$10.00
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Join for a safe, family-friendly evening as local businesses welcome you to trick or treat around the Historic Rutherford County Square from 3 to 5 p.m. Bring your children in costume, explore the shops and gather plenty of candy and treats.
See and hear The Dark Side of the Moon like you never have before inside the Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) on Sunday, Oct. 4 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m.; Fridays, Oct. 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 3:30 p.m.; and Saturday, Oct. 17 at 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m. This 50th
$11
Come out to see this shadow puppet play presented by Wishing Chair Productions based on the classic story by Washington Irving. The performances happen in the Children's Theatre on the second floor of the downtown Nashville Public Library branch (615 Church St., Nashville) on Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 23 - 31, at 4:30 p.m. Recommended
Bring the kids to the zoo for trick-or-treating, animal shows, ferris wheel rides and more.
$19 – $23
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Join Hendersonville Parks for a night of trick-or-treating at Drakes Creek Park THIS Tuesday, Oct. 28.
Ever wonder what goes on inside one of the most historic homes in Middle Tennessee once the sun goes down? Walk the dimly lit halls at Sam Davis Home (1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna) and hear stories of the property's tragic and haunting past. Then, trek to the Davis family cemetery by lantern light. Cost
$30
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Join the SOAC staff around the campfire with family, friends and yummy s’mores at the Sharp Springs Natural Area (1000 Espey Dr., Smyrna) from 6 to 8 p.m. Also, they will have a story time where staff and guests can share their favorite family-friendly ghost story. Food is first come, first serve. Cost is $2.
$2
Experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (4580 Rachel's Ln., Hermitage) by lantern light. Along the way, you will hear some of the tragedies and mysteries that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained accounts of ghost encounters on the site! Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with 
Register to join at Nashville's Parthenon THIS Saturday. Hear a story, then make some art!
$46
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Join for a fiendishly good time as your favorite fairy-tale Villains take over Historic Rock Castle (39 Rockcastle Lane, Hendersonville) for a unique Halloween experience from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Wear your Halloween costume and bring your Trick-or-Treating crew for a night of villainous fun. A full cast of lovable miscreants awaits you as you
$15.71
Choreography, music and vibrant Mexican tradition combine for this performance at The Martin Center (3630 Redmon Street, Nashville) Wednesday, Oct. 28 through Sunday, Nov. 1. Pulling inspiration from the paintings of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, Día de los Muertos bridges tradition with Nashville's cultural landscape, promising an artistic journey into the heart of this
$40.50
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Celebrate the traditions of Mexico and Latin America at Cheekwood!
$2
Bring the kids to explore three pumpkin houses and a scarecrow trail! Mom and Dad can enjoy weekend beer gardens, too.
$2 – $29
Create a suncatcher inspired by the stained-glass at the Ryman.
Included with museum admission; Free to museum members.
Plenty of kid goat cuddling is available this month at Noble Dairy Farm! Check it out.
$12
Get the Halloween festivities started with a fun and mysterious magic show at the Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill) from 10 to 11 a.m. Participants are invited to wear costumes if desired and everyone will leave with a special treat. MORE THINGS TO DO!
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Grab your Halloween costume and join us at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. They'll be showing movies and giving away comics, toys, and candy! MORE THINGS TO DO!
Enjoy all things fall during pumpkin patch and corn maze season at Lucky Ladd through Oct. 31.
$2 – $18
One of the largest three-day sports cards and collectibles shows in the country returns to The Fairgrounds Nashville (625 Smith Ave., Nashville) Oct. 30 - Nov. 1. Browse over 1,150 tables of sports cards, memorabilia, Pokémon, TCG, autographs and other collectibles. Admission is $10, $30 VIP (2 hr early entry on Friday, 1 hr early
$10.00
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It’s time to Trick or Treat in the Library! Join at the Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W, Smyrna) for a fun Halloween-themed story right before the parade begins throughout the library from 10 - 11 a.m. Then from 12 to 3 p.m., enjoy spooky vendors and the local Kid’s Market! MORE
Families can join the Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood) in the Story Room for stories, songs and crafts on Saturdays from 10:30 - 11 a.m. For ages 3 and older.
Choreography, music and vibrant Mexican tradition combine for this performance at The Martin Center (3630 Redmon Street, Nashville) Wednesday, Oct. 28 through Sunday, Nov. 1. Pulling inspiration from the paintings of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, Día de los Muertos bridges tradition with Nashville's cultural landscape, promising an artistic journey into the heart of this
$40.50
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Join at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna) for a bunch of hocus pocus and celebrate Halloween before dark from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Make your own “potion”, create a spooky limerick, and dance the day away! Costumes encouraged! Snacks included! Cost is included with SOAC admission.
$2 – $55
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From 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., families can make their way through the venue for a building-wide trick-or-treat experience at Kings Franklin (1910 Galleria Blvd Ste 120, Franklin). Then, from 8 p.m. onward, the fun shifts to adults-only with hidden “Trick” and “Treat” cards placed throughout Kings. Tricks might include bowling a frame with a
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Ghosts, Goblins and Ghouls! Oh my! Dress as your favorite character and Trick or Treat at various locations around Honeysuckle Hill Farm (1765 Martins Chapel Church Road, Springfield). For ages 12 and under from 12 - 4 p.m. Cost on weekends is $25 online, $28 at the gate. MORE THINGS TO DO!
$25 – $28
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Free games, food, prizes and crafts at Patterson Park Community Center.
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Come to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum's Taylor Swift Education Center (222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville) for Halloween fun with a party celebrating the spooky and silly parts of the season. Create a festive mask, design a pail for gathering candy and contribute to a collaborative art project from 1
$5 – $24.95
Get out those "fang fingers" as the Preds play on their home ice.
$54 – $400
Fun and a little bit spooky, this family-friendly cosmic concert features lasers, stars, pumpkins, skeletons, spiders and assorted monsters performing Halloween rock hits. Happens at the Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville) on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 4:15 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 31 at 2:15 and 4:15 p.m. Cost is $13. Tracklist Scaretale
$13
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The annual All Hallows East festival features live music, carnival games, contests, trick-or-treating, face painting, a spooky storytime and more in East Nashville's Five Points from 4 to 10 p.m. |
