Family Friendly Events in Middle Tennessee

Splash Day

12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch, TN 37013 12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch

Cool off at Mill Ridge Park with water activities and ice cream treats on Saturday, August 13th from 1-3PM. We'll also have lawn games. Meet at the Friends’ House, marked by three yellow flags, at 12965 Old Hickory Blvd, Antioch, 37013. Park in the grass lot along the gravel driveway. Wear shoes suitable for uneven, ...

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Foraging for Color: A Workshop in Natural Dyes

Friends of Mill Ridge Park 12965 Old Hickory Blvd, Antioch

Join us on Saturday, November 5th from 11am-1pm for Foraging for Color: A Workshop in Natural Dyes. During the workshop, we will learn about the natural dye process, dye handkerchiefs (a great gift!) and also take a walk through Mill Ridge Park to learn about plant dyes found in Tennessee. The workshop will be led ...

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Sound Bathing

12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch, TN 37013 12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch

Immerse yourself in relaxing sounds on Saturday, November 12th at 11:30AM for an hour of sound bathing with Sound Healing Nashville in the lawn at Mill Ridge Park. Sound bathing is an ancient healing technique that uses tonal frequencies to bring the body into a state of vibrational balance and harmony. During a sound bath, ...

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Moon Party

12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch, TN 37013 12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch

We’re having a moon party! Come check out the waning gibbous moon with us on December 15th at 5PM. Borrow our telescopes and enjoy moon pies. Located at 12965 Old Hickory Boulevard, Antioch, TN 37013 with flags and signage at the driveway entrance. Park in the grass along the gravel driveway. A portable toilet is ...

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Fireside Stories

12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch, TN 37013 12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch

Visit the park during the hours of 2PM-4PM on January 14th 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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Winter Sowing Workshop

12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch, TN 37013 12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch

Want to get a head start on spring planting? Join us on Saturday, January 21st from 12-1PM when we will make mini greenhouses out of gallon jugs to start your seeds growing. This workshop will be led by Julie Berbiglia, education specialist at Metro Water Services and host of the Volunteer Gardener. Please register by ...

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Fireside Stories

12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch, TN 37013 12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch

Visit the park during the hours of 12PM-2PM on January 28th 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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Kite Fest

12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch, TN 37013 12965 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch

The biannual Kite Fest at Mill Ridge Park returns during April 2023 with free kites and flying tutorials, picnic snacks, and lawn games! Fly with us anytime during 11:00-4:00 PM on Saturday, April 15, 22, 29 and May 6th. Bring a park blanket or chair. A portable toilet is onsite. Located at 12965 Old Hickory ...

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