There are infinite options of family friendly things to do in Nashville. Here are some ideas to help you get out of the house and explore Middle Tennessee. Find lists of activities, hobbies to pursue, ways to save on family fun, and more in the articles below. You can check out our visits to specific Nashville attractions on our indoor fun and outdoor fun pages for more ideas. Happy Exploring!
Things to Do at Home
Things to Do Outside
- Pokémon Go in Nashville
- Staycations for Families
- Beaches in Nashville and Middle Tennessee
- Davidson County Beaches
- Middle Tennessee Lakes
- Pick Your Own Produce
- Visit a Farmers' Market
- Take a walk on a Middle Tennessee Greenway
- Playgrounds in Middle Tennessee
- Playgrounds in Nashville and Davidson County
- Sign up for a Junior Ranger Program
- Watch Planes Take Off and Land in Nashville

Pool Party!
Everyone loves a pool party! If you have a summer birthday, there are lots of choices for outdoor pools. If the big day arrives during fall or winter, try one of the indoor pool options. Either way you can make a splash for your child's big day at one of these great...
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Let's Have a Tea Party!
Let's have a tea party! Of course you can dress up and attend a tea party in your child's room accompanied by assorted teddy bears and stuffed animals but there are also lots of options for tea and fun at events and places all over Nashville and Middle Tennessee....
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Free Storytimes in Nashville
If you are the parent of a preschooler, local storytimes in Nashville could be a great sanity saver for you. Most of our local library branches and some local businesses offer story times each week at a scheduled time. This can be an opportunity for moms and dads to...
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Places to Skate in Middle Tennessee
Skating was a big part of my childhood. No, I didn't make it to the Olympic trials or anything like that. But as a child, I spent most Saturdays at our local rink playing the number game and the Hokey Pokey. As a teen, I spent many weekend evenings there,...
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The Ultimate Winter Fun List
It's hard for me to get excited about "Winter Fun". The holidays are over. The diet has started. I'm scared to look at my bank balance. ARE THESE KIDS EVER GOING BACK TO SCHOOL?!?!?! My pants are too tight. My house is a mess and looks so unfestive now that the...
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January Family Fun
Oh January... what can I say? My house is a mess, my clothes are too tight and my bank account is empty. But I resolve to have some fun this month! Plan to spend a nice long day at the Discovery Center in Murfreesboro. If you don't live close to...
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New Year's Eve Fun For Families
Looking for a fun way to ring in the New Year with your kids? There are several options that are sure to include everyone in the festivities. These events are scheduled on December 31, 2018 unless otherwise noted. Count Down to Noon If you have little ones that can't...
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Bowling in Nashville
Bowling in Nashville and Middle Tennessee Few family fun activities have stood the test of time like bowling. It's a great choice when the weather turns cold, rainy or hot. It's also a fun activity for almost every age. I've bowled with toddlers and teenagers (often...
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Christmas Lights – Nashville & Middle Tennessee
See Christmas Lights all over Nashville with Your Family! One of our favorite things about the holiday season is Christmas lights. And we are so lucky to live here because Nashville and Middle Tennessee have some of the BEST Christmas light displays. Go off the...
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Free Holiday Fun
The holiday season is expensive. The presents. The food. The travel. The decorations. The list of expenses seems never ending. We've found lots of options for free holiday fun in Nashville and Middle Tennessee this season. Keep checking this list because we will be...
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