Family Friendly Events in Middle Tennessee

Family Camp Out

Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, United States

Check-In / Set-up: 4:30 pm (Saturday) Programming Begins at 6 pm (No late entries. No exceptions.) Check-Out: 8:30 am (Sunday) Cost: $100/Tent (up to 4 family members per tent; 10' x 20' tent space) Ages: 6+ years For one night ONLY, Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary opens its gates for a family overnight camping experience. Bring ...

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$100

Scavenger Hunt: Wildflowers @ Mill Ridge Park

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

Explore the parkland in search of wildflowers on Sunday, April 23rd at 10am. You’ll learn about and catalog the many species of blooming wildflowers. You’ll also have the opportunity to do some nature journaling. The walk is easy to moderate on grassy terrain involving hills and stream crossings. We suggest wearing closed-toed shoes and pants. ...

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Free

Vintage Baseball @ Carnton

Carnton Plantation 1345 Eastern Flank Cir, Franklin, TN, United States

The Tennessee Association of Vintage Baseball plays games in different locations in Middle Tennessee from May through September. Many of these games are played at historical homes in our area. The teams all use costumes, rules and equipment modeled after what was used in the 1860's. The association was formed in 2012 with a mission to ...

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Free

Sunday Swing Featuring 5 Points Swing Band

Williamson County Enrichment Center 110 Everbright Ave, Franklin, TN, United States

Date: Sunday, April 23rd Time: 3:00 pm Doors open at 2:00 pm Location: Williamson County Enrichment Center Address: 110 Everbright Avenue Franklin Put on your dancing shoes on and join us at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center for Sunday Swing on Sunday, April 23, 2023, featuring Middle Tennessee's premier big band, 5 Points Swing ...

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$12

Family Paint Night @ Painting Squared

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

Join us for a fun-filled family paint night on April 27th from 6-8pm. This time we'll be painting a beautiful butterfly! No prior painting experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. Spend some quality time with your loved ones while unleashing your inner artist! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to bond ...

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$18

Arbor Day @ Cheekwood

Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN, United States

April 28, 2023 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Available with Gardens Only or Gardens + Mansion access. GET TICKETS Arbor Day is a holiday that celebrates nature, specifically by encouraging people to plant and learn about trees. As Cheekwood has been designated a Center of Excellence by the Tennessee Urban Forestry Council and a Level II Accredited Arboretum by ...

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Storytime with Rapunzel @ Brilliant Sky Toys and Books

Brilliant Sky Toys and Books, Brentwood 1705 Mallory Ln, Brentwood, TN, United States

Dust off your princess dresses and join us for a story time with Rapunzel! Tag a friend or two and we will see you soon!

Buggin’ Out at Wilderness Station

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

Friday, April 28, 2023 Spiders, beetles, and ants oh my! Come out the Wilderness Station to learn about some of the common bugs and spiders we can find here in Middle Tennessee. We will then go on a hike to find some of these creepy crawlers, looking at them up close. Please dress for the ...

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Free

Arbor Day Sunset Hike @ Shelby Bottoms Nature Center & Greenway

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

Join us for a mile long hike to swoon over the sun setting while we celebrate the beautiful trees in the park! This hike is a great cap to an evening at Fridays by the River, hosted by Friends of Shelby. Leader: Christie Wiser All Ages Registration Required To register, please email us at shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov ...

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Free

Spring Carnival at Providence Marketplace

Providence Marketplace 401 S. Mt Juliet Rd, Mt Juliet, TN, United States

Join us in Cinema Circle for a morning of carnival fun for the whole family! Enjoy trackless train rides, carnival games with prizes, a photo opp, putt-putt golf, caricatures and free mini donuts to the first 250 people. Activities and giveaways are free, while supplies last. 

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