New month, who dis? Get the family out with some fun things to do this Labor Day weekend! Mark your calendars for one of our top Things to Do with Kids (listed in no particular order).
Click on the links for more information about each event.
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Top THINGS TO DO for Kids THIS Weekend
The Sounds host the Louisville Bats this week with a full slate of promotions, including “Star Wars Night” on Friday!
Nashville Sounds Baseball
Tuesday, Sept. 2 | 6:35 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 2 | 6:35 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 3 | 6:35 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 4 | 6:35 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 6:35 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 6 | 12:05 p.m.
Tickets start at $15
Let’s play ball, y’all! Swing on over to First Horizon Park (19 Jr Gilliam Way, Nashville) to the Nashville Sounds! This week, enjoy:
- “Tail Waggin’ Tuesday” on Tuesday
- “Winning Wednesday” and a Sleeveless Hoodie giveaway on Wednesday
- “Throwback Thursday” on Thursday
- “Star Wars Night” and “Fireworks Friday” on Friday
- a Skyline Bobblehead – Sal Frelick giveaway on Saturday
- “Family Fun Day” and a Ice Cream Batter Sleeve giveaway on Sunday
Journey through hundreds of millions of years of Earth’s history at the Williamson County Ag Expo Park.
Jurassic Quest Franklin
Thursday, Sept. 3 | 1 – 8 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 4 | 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 6 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Tickets start at $30.39
This realistic dinosaur exhibit features a herd of life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, including the Apatosaurus, Spinosaurus and, of course, the T-Rex! There will also be walking and stationary dinosaur rides, as well as an interactive “Baby Dinosaur and Raptor Training Experience,” a giant fossil dig, a “Triceratots” soft play area, science fossil exhibit and more. It all happens outdoors at the Williamson County Ag Expo Park (4215 Long Lane, Franklin). There are multiple time slots available.
A scene from Mother Goose currently playing at Nashville Children’s Theatre.
Mother Goose at Nashville Children’s Theatre
Thursday, Sept. 3 | 10:30 a.m.
Friday, Sept. 4 | 10:30 a.m.
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.
Sunday, Sept. 6 | 9:30 a.m.
(The show runs through Oct. 25)
Single admission is $15.50
Jump into the magical world of Mother Goose with your youngest learners as she takes little theater-goers through a silly version of her typical day. The show runs inside the Copeland Studio at Nashville Children’s Theatre (25 Middleton St., Nashville) and is recommended for ages 0 – 5.
Carnival rides, animals, science shows, arena events and more Sept 3 – 7.
Maury County Fair
Thursday, Sept. 3 | 4 – 10 p.m. (Midway at 6 p.m.)
Friday, Sept. 4 | 4 – 10 p.m. (Midway at 6 p.m.)
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 1 – 10 p.m. (Midway at 2 p.m.)
Sunday, Sept. 6 | 3 – 10 p.m. (Midway at 4 p.m.)
Monday, Sept. 7 | 3 – 10 p.m. (Midway at 4 p.m.)
$12 for adults; free for kids 12 and younger. Midway armbands are $30 on Thursday (BOGO), Friday and Sunday; $35 on Saturday; and $35 on Monday.
Come out for carnival rides, exotic animals, science shows, arena events (like the junk car jump and run and the Saturday motocross races) and more at the Maury County Fair (1018 Maury County Park Dr., Columbia).
See hummingbirds up close and learn more about these tiny birds at The Wilderness Station in Murfreesboro.
Hummingbird Festival at the Wilderness Station
Saturday, Sept. 5| 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. (bird banding is at 8 a.m., other activities start at 10 a.m.).
FREE
Come out to The Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) for this free Hummingbird Festival. There will be children’s activities, guest speakers, hummingbird merchandise and more!
Get ready for a magical overnight camping adventure Sept. 5 – 6 under the stars at Nashville Zoo!
Fall Zzzoofari Slumber
Saturday, Sept. 5 | starting at 4 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 6 | free Zoo admission on Sunday
$45 (members) and $65 (non-members); toddlers (ages 2-3) are $25 (members) and $45 (non-members)
Join Nashville Zoo for a unique overnight camping experience as you sleep under the stars just a short distance away from the snoozing animals. Zzzoofari participants get to dive into an evening packed with excitement: think animal shows, zip lines, campfire treats and more. But wait — it gets even better! Your Zzzoofari ticket also includes free Zoo admission on Sunday, so the adventure keeps going.
A hands-on musical instrument petting ozo where visitors of all ages can try out various traditional instruments with guidance from on-site instructors
Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
Friday, Sept. 4 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 1 – 3 p.m.
$31.95 museum admission for adults; kids and members are free
Come bang a drum, pluck a guitar and strum a ukulele at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum (222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville). Instructors offer guidance as kids try the instruments included in the zoo. Included with admission; free to members.
Baby goat cuddling is available at the farm every Saturday through Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Baby Goat Cuddling
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Admission $12 per person. Children 2 and younger are free.
Head to Noble Springs Dairy Farm (3144 Blazer Road, Franklin) to spend time kid goat cuddling and meeting other farm animals. You can pet and cuddle kid goats and enjoy spending time on the farm. Plus, plan on joining a guided educational tour at 11 a.m., if you’d like.
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Bring your little builder to make a fun toy this Saturday at your local Home Depot.
Home Depot Kids Workshops
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m
FREE
Kids can head in to their local Home Depot on the first of the month to build something fun with staff in this free workshop. This month, kids can build a “School Bus Organizer.” Visit the website to reserve your spot.
Glow in the Park
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 6 – 10 p.m.
$47
Zipline through trees lit up by glow attire and colored LED lights with music and more at The Adventure Park at Nashville (801 Percy Warner Blvd., Nashville). Your ticket includes 30 minutes for a safety briefing. Designed for ages 7 and older.
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