Family Friendly Events in Middle Tennessee

Japanese Moon Viewing

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN, United States

Otsukimi, the 9th Annual Japanese Moon Viewing festival will take place September 24, in partnership with the Consulate General of Japan and Japan American Society of Tennessee. This year’s program features two live dance performances, a kimono fashion show, the return of mochi pounding, tea ceremonies, kamishibai, Japanese storytelling through paper cards, and much more. ...

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$13

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

Boo at the Zoo

Nashville Zoo 3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN, United States

Festive Features Plenty of magical lit scenes and Instagram-worthy photo ops Enchanting giant straw creatures  Spooktacular tunes on the Monster Mash Dance Floor Free rides on the Scary-Go-Round Carousel Special animal shows nightly at 5:45, 6:45 & 7:45 pm 10 trick-or-treat stations + a souvenir bag for kids ages 2-12 Visit with costumed characters in Unseen ...

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$18 – $21
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Halloween Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Nashville

The Adventure Park at Nashville 801 C Percy Warner Boulevard, Nashville, TN, United States

What could be more spooktacular than an adventure in the trees? It’s our Halloween Glow in the Park, a fa-boo-lous time for all with family-friendly Halloween themed music, decorations and more! k literally glows! Brightly-shining LED lights illuminate your way while you zipline, work the ropes and traverse through the treetops. And you have toe-tapping ...

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$45
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Southern Festival of Books

Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park 600 James Robertson Parkway, Nashville, TN, United States

HUMANITIES TENNESSEE PRESENTS THE 35TH ANNUAL SOUTHERN FESTIVAL OF BOOKS: A CELEBRATION OF THE WRITTEN WORD℠! THE FREE FESTIVAL INCLUDES PERFORMANCE STAGES, FOOD TRUCKS, 60 PUBLISHERS AND BOOKSELLERS. The Southern Festival of Books will celebrate its 35th anniversary October 20-22, 2023, with an exciting move to Bicentennial Mall, Tennessee State Museum, and Tennessee State Library, ...

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Free
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El Día de los Muertos

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN, United States

Cheekwood brings the traditions of Mexico and Latin America to Nashville during the 24th annual El Día de los Muertos festival that includes traditional music and dance, vibrant art activities, and authentic cuisine. Visitors will learn about the culture of their Latin American neighbors while exploring beautiful altar displays and shopping in the marketplace. October ...

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$13

Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat

South End United Methodist Church 5042 Edmondson Pike, Nashville

South End is pleased to host our annual Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat in South Nashville! This free event includes live music, a rope bridge, and of course candy galore! New this year are bounce houses and face paint artists. Don't miss out on 2 hours of free fun for the whole family!

Free

El Día de los Muertos

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN, United States

Cheekwood brings the traditions of Mexico and Latin America to Nashville during the 24th annual El Día de los Muertos festival that includes traditional music and dance, vibrant art activities, and authentic cuisine. Visitors will learn about the culture of their Latin American neighbors while exploring beautiful altar displays and shopping in the marketplace. October ...

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$13

Family Day Festival

The Park at Harlinsdale Farm 239 Franklin Rd, Franklin, TN, United States

Free family fun at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm

Free

Frist Arts Fest Weekend Celebration

Frist Art Museum 919 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States

Saturday, November 4, 2023    10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Sunday, November 5, 1:00–5:30 p.m. $15 adult admission per day Members and 18 and younger free! Advance tickets are not needed Full Schedule HERE On Saturday, Multiplicity artist Tschabalala Self will discuss her work with Frist Art Museum senior curator Katie Delmez in the auditorium, followed by two special performances of to the parts ...

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$15