Upcoming Family Friendly Events in Nashville

Mark your calendar and check out the best upcoming Family-friendly fun events that rock Nashville and middle Tennessee! Discover events packed full of family fun including Music, Food, Animals, Kid Activities, Sports, Events & much more all happening this week.

There are a number of ongoing events including indoor happenings for those rainy days when the kids need a fun activities. Check out all of the upcoming Family Events and our Kid and Family Guide for the best Family resources in Middle Tennessee.

Please follow the links to the websites to make sure dates and times are accurate and determiner if tickets need to be purchased prior to heading out.. Also some events weather can be a factor,

Upcoming Family Friendly Events

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Saturday, April 4, 2026

Every Saturday 11-11:45 AM
Kidsville at the Parthenon is a FREE weekly program that combines storytelling, educational activities, arts & crafts, musicians and special guests & more!

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026

See website to book tickets.

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Open every day, year round, EXCEPT Thanksgiving day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

7 Day a Week

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Andrew Jackson's Hermitage is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, with the last entrance at 5 p.m.

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

Every Thursday | 6 - 9 PM

Join the fun at Rivergate Skate Rink every Thursday night is Family Night.

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

Tours of the Belle Meade Mansion include: Mansion Tours, Grounds Tours, Battleground Tours, Family Tours and Wine & Bourbon Tours. Check website for a complete list of tours.

Open Daily: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Central)

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

Sudekum Planetarium is a state-of-the-art 63-foot dome theater with an unparalleled projection system. Our showtimes include planetarium shows, laser shows, and featured events like concerts.

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

Retro Arcade - Play all day for a flat rate.

Check their Facebook page for Closed Dates which usually includes Major Holidays. Please check before you go.

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

THERE IS ALWAYS FUN TO BE HAD AT NASHVILLE ZOO.

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

Tour Hours:
Monday thru Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Sunday from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Last tour begins at 3:30pm - Closed All Major Holidays

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026

There is something effortlessly elegant about an afternoon aperitivo. As the sun begins to dip and the pace of the day slows, it is the perfect moment to unwind with a crisp spritz, a chilled glass of wine, or a bitter-sweet cocktail in hand.

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Saturday, April 11, 2026

Nashville Predators Home Game See Preds Website for dates and times.

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

Monday, Thursday, Friday, 9am to 3pm
Saturday, Sunday, 9am to 5pm

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

Check The Nashville Palaces website for this weeks live music performances.

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

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Sunday, May 17, 2026

Join Nashville Children's Theatre for "Bingo's Birthday Thursday-Sunday at 9:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. from January 31 to May 17. Specifically for children ages 0-5, "Bingo's Birthday" is fun for the whole family.

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Tuesday, April 21, 2026

We've set aside program days specifically for Homeschool families, co-ops and pods to experience hands-on learning at Owl's Hill.

Spring 2026 Homeschool Programs

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

Thursday - Saturday

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

Phillips Toy Mart has been family-owned and operated since 1946 providing Middle Tennessee families a fun place to visit and shop for toys! Each spring the bunnies are back for a limited time getting ready for Easter.

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Sunday, April 5, 2026

Each Sunday, live music venue and neighborhood bar Skinny Dennis hosts a vintage market on-site in partnership with A Dime at a Time.

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

Join The Gumbo Bros and Bagelshop for a crawfish patio party on Bagelshop’s parklet on Thursday, April 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. Expect fresh Louisiana crawfish boiled by The Gumbo Bros, along with fun drinks and sweet treats from Bagelshop.

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Friday, April 3, 2026


April 3, 2026 - April 4, 2026
9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Monday, April 6, 2026

Monday through Thursday

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Thursday, April 9, 2026

This spring, Wedgewood Houston transforms into your neighborhood open-air cinema as Movies Under the Giant Guitar returns with another three-part movie series. With warm evenings, cult classics, and food trucks rolling through, it’s the perfect way to kick off the season.

The season’s first Movies Under the Giant Guitar kicks off on Thursday, April 9 featuring The Goonies in The Outfield, the communal green space just beneath the neighborhood’s iconic guitar-shaped scoreboard.

Admission and parking are free, and all ages are welcome. Bring a blanket, grab food and drink from local vendors, and enjoy a movie under the Nashville sky. Festivities start at 6 p.m. and the screening begins at 7 p.m.

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Saturday, April 11, 2026

Saturday - April 11, 2026
MOOSIC CITY DAIRY DASH
Mighty One Mile starts at 7 AM | 5K starts at 7:30 | 10K & 15K start at 8 AM
METRO CENTER • NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

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Saturday, April 11, 2026

The Garden Club of Nashville, committed to the protection of native plants vital to Middle Tennessee, will host its 19th Annual Native Plant Sale on the lowest floor of the Frist Learning Center.

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Saturday, April 11, 2026

Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST

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Saturday, April 11, 2026

April 11 & 12, 2026 | 11am-4pm
Crafty Bastards Arts & Crafts Fair is an exhibition and sale of handmade alternative arts and crafts in Nashville

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Saturday, April 11, 2026

If browsing 80+ handmade vendors, sipping on refreshing spring cocktails, and treating yourself to something new sounds like your ideal weekend, consider your plans made!

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Saturday, April 11, 2026

Join Nashville Children’s Theatre for “Seussical: The Musical” Wednesday-Sunday at 11:45 a.m. or 2 p.m. from April 11 to May 24. Fun for all ages, dive into the fantastical world of Dr.

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Friday, April 17, 2026

Celebrate the arrival of spring at Breeden’s Orchard with Honey Fest—a fresh, family-friendly day inspired by bees, blooms, and life on the farm.

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Saturday, April 18, 2026

APRIL 18, 2026 | 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM | Centennial Park Bandshell

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Sunday, April 19, 2026

Mark your calendars! Bringle's Smoking Oasis and Modern South are joining forces to host the inaugural Nashville Crawfish Festival on Sunday, April 19, starting at 11 am.

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Saturday, April 25, 2026

April 25–26, 2026

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Saturday, April 25, 2026

April 25-26, 2026
The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County, TN’s Main Street Festival is a highly-anticipated, annual tradition held in the historic downtown of Franklin, Tennessee.

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Friday, May 1, 2026

Fair Dates & Times: May 1, 2 &3, 2026

Friday, May 1, 10am-6pm
Saturday, May 2, 10am-6pm
Sunday, May 3, 10am-5pm

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Saturday, May 2, 2026

Saturday, May 2, 2026

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May 2, 2026

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Join us at The Outfield on Chestnut Street for local fruits, veggies, fresh baked goods, artisan made goods, food court, live music and special events!

WEEKLY every Wednesday 4-7pm May-October!

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Thursday, May 7, 2026

Thursdays | May 7 - October 1, 2026 from 3:00-7:00

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Friday, May 8, 2026

May 8-9, 2026
85th Annual Middle Tennessee Strawberry Festival
Strawberry Jam Concert & Fireworks - May 8, 2026 | 5:00-9:00pm
Main Festival Day - May 9, 2026

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Saturday, May 9, 2026

May 9th Parade | May 13 - 16, 2026 Franklin Rodeo

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Saturday, May 9, 2026

Saturday, May 9, 2026

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Thursday, May 14, 2026

May 14-16, 2026
The Franklin Noon Rotary Club brings bronc riding, bull riding, barrel racing, and roping to middle Tennessee every May. Family & Friends come together for fun times.

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Friday, May 15, 2026

Since 2010, Musicians Corner has provided free public access to live music in the heart of Music City in beautiful Centennial Park! Each spring and fall, enjoy outdoor concerts featuring eclectic talent from Nashville and beyond.

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Friday, May 29, 2026

May 29, June 26, July 31, and Aug 28, 2026
Don't forget that this event is free so get ready to kick back, relax, and enjoy a fun summer night! #DiscoverWhiteHouse

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Thursday, June 4, 2026

CMA Fest June 4-7, 2026

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Saturday, August 29, 2026

Planning for baby can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone.

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Friday, September 4, 2026

Nashville Dance Fest returns on September 4–6, 2026, taking over Nashville for a three-day country dance celebration.

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