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December 11, 2023

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SP Weekend Fun: Nov. 16-18

Enjoy the weekend with your kids at one of these festivities. Pictured above: Santa makes his debut at the Streets of Indian Lake in Hendersonville during Light Up Night on Friday.

LIGHT UP NIGHT
The Streets of Indian Lake, Hendersonville
Friday, Nov. 16
Visit Santa and other characters, enjoy treats, explore local artisan vendors, watch the lighting of the tree and more.

SMASHVILLE HOLIDAY FESTIVAL
Ascend Amphitheater, Nashville
Friday, Nov. 16 – Sunday, Nov. 18
It’s the opening weekend of outdoor ice skating and pond hockey in downtown Nashville. Sign up online for your skating session time slot.

BROADWAY PRINCESS PARTY
TPAC’s Polk Theater, Nashville
Friday, Nov. 16
The original Broadway princesses Cinderella (Laura Osnes), Belle (Susan Egan) and Jasmine (Courtney Reed) perform every princess song in the book and share funny backstage stories. Come in royal attire for a chance to win a prize. VIP ticket includes a meet and greet following the show.

DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID
Nashville Children’s Theatre, Nashville
Friday, Nov. 16 – Sunday, Nov. 18
NCT serves up a phenomenal production of Disney’s tale about a young mermaid who dreams of life on land. Read Chad Young’s review.

WHITE CHRISTMAS
TPAC’s Jackson Hall, Nashville
Friday, Nov. 16 – Sunday, Nov. 18
This Irving Berlin musical tells the story of a song-and-dance team putting on a show in a Vermont inn and falling for a sister act in the process.

CHRISTMAS HARVEST CRAFT SHOW
Gallatin Civic Center
Saturday, Nov. 17
Shop for wreaths, ornaments, wood crafts, jewelry, baked goods, clothing, candles and more.

CAPES & CROWNS BREAKFAST BENEFIT CARNIVAL
Community Child Care Center, Hendersonville
Saturday, Nov. 17
Kids can wear their favorite princess or superhero costume for a day of coloring, face painting, balloons and more. Princess and hero characters will be on site to pose for photos. Proceeds benefit the Community Child Care Center.

CHRISTMAS TREE ELEGANCE AND RECEPTION
Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center, Hendersonville
Saturday, Nov. 17
View five 7-foot trees regally decorated by expert designers. Each tree has a theme and will be sold through a silent auction. There’s also music, door prizes, catering and door prizes.

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE
Grand Ole Opry House, Nashville
Saturday, Nov. 17 – Sunday, Nov. 18
Cirque performers dressed as ornaments come to life and perform dazzling feats to holiday music in this Vegas-style extravaganza.

SUMNER COUNTY CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE
Mallard Point Park, Hendersonville
Sunday, Nov. 18
Enjoy a showcase of boats on the lake decorated and illuminated for the holidays.

 

SEE ALL EVENTS THIS WEEKEND!

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