Family Friendly Events in Middle Tennessee

Campfire S’mores & Riddles @ BLEDSOE CREEK STATE PARK

Bledsoe Creek State Park 400 Zieglers Fort Rd, Gallatin, TN, United States

FEBRUARY 10 6:00 PM - Meet at: Visitor Center Campfire Ring Price: $3   REGISTER FOR EVENT Join us for a night by the campfire sharing riddles and sweets! All s'mores materials will be provided for this event. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$3

Souper Bowl Food Drive @ Nashville Zoo

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

To show our love for the local community we are partnering with a local community food bank to host a food drive to support Tennessee residents. Nashville Zoo is asking for donations of shelf-stable food and the Zoo is offering a complimentary admission ticket when you donate four or more eligible food items (max of two ...

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Jr. Naturalist: Animal Courtships @ Shelby Bottoms Nature Center & Greenway

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St, Nashville, United States

Ages 5+ Registration Required Wild animals don't need Valentines cards! Every species has their own way of showing off to potential mates, whether it's showing off bright colors or building far too many nests. Come find out what a "Valentine" looks like for some of the species who call Shelby Bottoms home. In addition to ...

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Free

Family Program: Sweetheart Soiree

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum 222 5th Avenue South, Nashville, TN, United States

Love is in the air! Join us to celebrate Valentine’s Day by decorating a button, crafting a “stained glass” window hanging, or taking part in our community art project. Create something special for a friend, a family member, or yourself. Taylor Swift Education Center. Included with Museum admission. Free to Museum members. Free Admission for ...

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Winter Wonderland at Barfield Crescent Park

Barfield Crescent Park 697 Veterans Parkway, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Join us to learn how different animals in Tennessee survive the cold winters. We will learn how different fur and adaptations work best for certain animals. Preregistration required by calling 615-217-3017 or email krendl@murfreesborotn.gov. Date: February 11, 2023 Time: 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Location: Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park Address: 401 Volunteer Road, ...

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Free

Fireside Stories

Mill Ridge Park 12965 Old Hickory Blvd, Antioch, TN, United States

Visit the park during the hours of 12PM-2PM on February 11th for fireside kid story readings with warm beverages and treats and games. Afterwards, explore the parkland for an easy stroll along a marked path. This outdoors fun is great for families, all ages, and leashed dogs. Dress warmly for this outdoors event. Participation is ...

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Free

Black History Tours @ Tennessee State Museum

Tennessee State Museum 1000 Rosa L Parks Blvd, Nashville, TN, United States

We cannot understand Tennessee history without Black history. Join us every Saturday in February for a special highlights tour of Black history in Tennessee. A Museum educator will guide visitors through the galleries and highlight stories of African Americans from the frontier to the quest for freedom and from the Civil War to Civil Rights. ...

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Free

Hike With A Ranger @ BLEDSOE CREEK STATE PARK

Bledsoe Creek State Park 400 Zieglers Fort Rd, Gallatin, TN, United States

FEBRUARY 12 12:30 pm - Meet at: Visitor Center Back Porch Price: $0   REGISTER FOR EVENT This hike will be about 3 miles in length and is moderately strenuous. The high ridge trail has a steep section of stairs. Shoes and registration required. 

Free

Love Birds at the Wilderness Station

Wilderness Station 301 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Learn how different animals stay partners for life and those that don’t. We will also discuss friendships that can be found between different species here in Tennessee and around the world. Preregistration required by calling 615-217-3017or email krendl@murfreesborotn.gov. Date: February 14, 2023 Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Location: Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park ...

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Love Birds Sunset Hike @ Shelby Bottoms Nature Center & Greenway

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St, Nashville, United States

Ages 7+ Registration Required Do you love Shelby Bottoms? We know you do! Do not miss this opportunity to catch sunset in the Bottoms while we are guided by special guest Barbara Harris! We might even get to observe the American Woodcock courtship display. Leaders: Christie Wiser and Volunteer Naturalist Barbara Harris To register, please ...

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Free