Yes, it pretty darn hot. Yes, it’s easy to stay cool indoors. But come the weekend, get the family out with some fun things to do. Mark your calendars for one of our top Things to Do with Kids (listed in no particular order).
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Clean, foamy fun is in store for kids on Friday, July 24 in Goodlettsville.
Fantasia Friday and The Foam Zone in Goodlettsville
Friday, July 24 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
FREE
Come check out a little comedy, a little magic and a whole lot of fun in Moss Wright Park (745 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville). First, see Nashville magician Rodney Kelley. Then, the “Foam Zone” is a fun, bubble experience. Don’t forget to bring your towel!
Catch “The Bad Guys 2” at Nashville Shores’ Wave Pool on Friday, July 24.
Dive-In Movies at Nashville Shores
Friday, July 24 | 5 p.m.
Twilight tickets (after 4 p.m.) are available at the discounted rate of $39.99 plus tax. Ages 2 and younger are free.
Enjoy”The Bad Guys 2″ at Nashville Shores (4001 Bell Road, Hermitage). The movie starts at 5 p.m. at the wavepool (waves will not be operating). Dive-in movies are included with a paid waterpark admission ticket the day of or via a season pass.
Kids can enjoy “The Stonecutter” puppet show (featuring traditional Japanese puppetry) and watch how a lonely stonecutter learns two important life lessons.
Wishing Chair Puppet Show: The Stonecutter
Friday, July 24 | 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, July 25 | 10:30 or 11:30 a.m.
FREE
Based on a traditional Asian folktale and featuring Bunraku puppetry, this puppet show teaches two life lessons: be happy with who you are and make your wishes carefully! See the Wishing Chair Productions puppet show at the Children’s Theatre on the second floor of the downtown Nashville Public Library (615 Church S.t, Nashville). Recommended for ages 4 – 10.
Tales at Twilight
Friday, July 24 | 4 – 5 p.m.
FREE
Bring the family for Metro Parks Music’s hour-long family performances offering interactive magic, stories, dance and music. This Friday, enjoy Rachel Sumner – Stories and Songs at Smith Spring Community Center (2801 Smith Springs Road, Nashville).
Splash Days at Lucky Ladd
Thursday, July 23 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Friday, July 24 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Saturday, July 25 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sunday, July 26 |10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Timed-Entry Admission is $18 per person for ages 2 and older
Get ready for the coolest summer adventure around — Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Farms (4374 Rocky Glade Road, Eagleville)! Zoom down giant inflatable water slides, get silly in a sea of bubbles at the Bubble Blast and splash around in the splash pad.
ZooVentures at the Library
Saturday, July 25 | 10:30 a.m.
FREE
Ambassadors from the Nashville Zoo bring a variety of animals to teach kids about their animal friends at the Nashville Public Library Donelson branch (2714 Old Lebanon Pike, Nashville).
“Dunk a Zookeeper” during Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo this coming Saturday!
Summer Splash at Nashville Zoo
Saturday, July 25 | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
$16 – $26 for adults; $12 – $22 for youth ages 2 – 12
Head to Nashville Zoo (3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville) and the Festival Field for a water wonderland! Enjoy slip & slide fun, animal-themed sprinklers, a bubble zone and splash pools for littles. A special treat this Saturday? Dunk a Zookeeper + Coral Conservation!
Families can enjoy activities and more at the Frist Art Museum.
TPAC Family Day
Saturday, July 25 | 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Family 4 Pack for $140
Step into a twister of wonder where ruby slippers sparkle, lions find courage, and the road to Oz winds through music, magic, and make-believe inside TPAC’s Jackson Hall and Polk Theater (505 Deaderick St., Nashville). Enjoy sensory-friendly activities, tasty treats, and live performances inspired by Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion, and more. Best of all, your ticket includes it all — activities, snacks and entertainment.
Lowe’s DIY-U Kids’ Workshops
Saturday, July 25 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
FREE
Cruise into participating Lowe’s locations with your mini DIYer for this month’s kit! They’ll provide all the parts needed to roll away with a fun, hand-built toy that kids can really play with. Reserve your spot online.
Rodney the Magician Magic Show
Saturday, July 25 | 10:30 a.m.
FREE
Enjoy a children’s comedy magic show at the Nashville Public Library East branch (206 Gallatin Ave., Nashville).
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