Family Friendly Events in Middle Tennessee

The Nashville Fair

The Fairgrounds Nashville 320 Wedgewood Avenue, Nashville

Rooted in history and tradition, The Nashville Fair brings a nostalgic fair experience with a modern spin to Nashville’s urban core. Fairgoers will enjoy diverse events, agriculture, arts, and entertainment at The Fairgrounds Nashville—home to GEODIS Park and Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway. The Nashville Fair will be held September 8-17th 2023. For more information and to ...

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$8 – $10

Greenway Art Festival

Old Fort Park 1028 Golf Lane, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Over 100 local talented artists will once again display and sell their creative work along the Greenway trail within Old Fort Park Saturday, September 16, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the 19th annual Greenway Art Festival.  Hosted by the Cultural Arts division of Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department, the festival will be located at ...

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Free

Fall Crafting at Cannonsburgh Village: Mason Jar Lid Pumpkins

Cannonsburgh Village 312 S. Front Street, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Thursday, September 21, 2023 Jar Lid Pumpkins for you to take home for decoration or give as a gift. Reservations are now open for the September 21 class at 10 am at Cannonsburgh Village. Admission is $10 per person and reservations are required by September 14. Make your reservation by calling 615-801-2606 or email mbnevills@murfreesborotn.gov. ...

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$10

ART JAM! presented by Fast Fluid Field

Nelson Drum Shop 1102 Riverside Dr, Nashville

ART JAM! is a one day only, FREE event. Celebrate community! The inaugural art exhibit of Fast Fluid Field, a new visual artists collaborative of creators in east nashville, inglewood, & donelson. Sunday October 1, noon- 6pm. Rain date Sunday Oct 8 Nelson Drum Shop, 1102 Riverside Dr, Nashville, 37206 16 artists diplay unique original ...

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Free
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Kids Canvas Clique: October: Pumpkin Hollow Haunts

Painting Squared 123 S. Water Ave, Gallatin, TN, United States

?? Calling all young artists! Kids Canvas Clique is back for October! ?? Join us every Tuesday, starting October 10th, at 5:30 pm for a creative adventure that's sure to spark your child's imagination. ? Here's what you need to know: ?️ Three classes this month, each one packed with artistic fun! ⏰ Usually a ...

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$25
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Tennessee Craft Fair

Centennial Park Nashville, TN, United States

45th Annual Fall Tennessee Craft Fair Nashville, TN   October 13, 14 & 15 Join the Nashville tradition of celebrating and supporting American handmade craft at this premier event on the lawn in Centennial Park. Shop one-of-a-kind, finely crafted artwork directly from the juried, award-winning artists. A unique feature of Tennessee Craft Fairs requires artists to ...

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Free

The Kid3 Conference

Nashville Public Library- Main Branch 615 Church St, Nashville, TN, United States

The Kid3 Conference a one-day, camp-meets-conference designed to provide families a space to explore the intersection of art and technology while also providing helpful workshops and resources for parents looking to keep their family safe online. Kids ages 6-12 will be exploring stations focused on coding, virtual reality, and art while you (the grownups) get ...

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$25
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Halloween Craft at Smyrna Public Library

Smyrna Public Library 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, United States

Come to Smyrna Public Library for a frightfully fun Halloween craft! Mondays, October 16th and October 30th at 10:00 a.m. **Programs close at 10 minutes after start time.**

Free

International Archaeology Day @ The Parthenon

The Parthenon 2500 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN, United States

On October 21, 2023, the Archaeological Institute of America-Nashville Society and the Nashville Parthenon are teaming up to join hundreds of archaeological organizations around the world to celebrate International Archaeology Day and the Tennessee STEAM Festival.  Stop by activity stations from 9 AM - 12 PM! WHAT IS INTERNATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGY DAY AT THE PARTHENON? International ...

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Webb Craft Show – Bell Buckle

Bell Buckle Historic District Bell Buckle, TN, United States

Welcome Autumn at long last! Gentle breezes and the crisp feeling of Fall are finally in the air. Perfect timing for the perfect experience – the perennial crowd favorite Webb Art & Craft Show in Bell Buckle held annually on the 3rd full weekend in Bell Buckle, Tennessee. The perfect show, the perfect place, the ...

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