Family Friendly Events in Middle Tennessee

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. 

Free

Jr. Naturalist: Wildlife Defenders @ Shelby Bottoms Nature Center & Greenway

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

In this career-focused Jr. Naturalist program, wildlife rehabbers and vets will teach us ways we can keep wildlife safe, from harm prevention to volunteering to a career in animal medicine. We'll also try some hands-on skills and activities! Leader: Lena Friedman, Debbie Sykes (Nashville Wildlife Conservation Center), and Devon Blackburn (Lillie Birds Wildlife Rehabilitation) Ages ...

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MUSIC AND MAGIC @ Schermerhorn Symphony Center

Schermerhorn Symphony Center 1 Symphony Pl, Nashville, TN, United States

Nashville Symphony | Nathan Aspinall, conductor Make magic with the Nashville Symphony and a live magician as they conjure bewitching melodies from Harry Potter, The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, The Magic Flute and more.  Starting at 10 am, enjoy free, family-friendly pre-concert activities, including crafts and our interactive Instrument Petting Zoo! This concert is sensory friendly and offers accommodations for patrons ...

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$16 – $24

Summer Demo Series @ Lane Motor Museum – April

Lane Motor Museum 702 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville, TN, United States

Sat Apr 29th 12:15pm - 1:00pm     Join us in our back parking lot for the inaugural Summer demo series. The first demonstration will feature the 1967 Gyro-X.

Springtime Jam @Shelby Bottoms Nature Center & Greenway

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

Everyone is welcome at our Nature Center jams! Weather permitting, we’ll be pickin’ out on the back porch (otherwise in the classroom). Bring your voice, instruments, and/or a song to share. All levels and listeners welcome. Leader: Amanda Healan All Ages No Registration Required 

Free