Kid Focused Events

Concertgoers everywhere are trading bracelets with fellow fans and their favorite artists to symbolize friendship and unity.

Inspired by Country Music Hall of Fame member Dolly Parton’s East Tennessee roots, museum visitors can create their own artistic interpretation of the Appalachian Mountains using watercolors and crayons.

For her eighth studio album, folklore, Taylor Swift wrote a song comparing herself to a sparkling, spinning mirrorball.

Country Music Hall of Fame member Dolly Parton’s down-to-earth lyrics and Tennessee charm have inspired people for decades. Museum visitors can illustrate their favorite Parton lyric using watercolor materials.

February 11, 2026

Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this Olivier award-winning interactive show for all the family.

January 16 & 17, 2026

Come join us for our Special Indoors Winter TOTS! programming. Beginning November 25, tots and their guardians can enjoy drop-in style hands-on activities and Storytimes indoors and in the warmth of the Frist Learning Center Art Studios.

Taking place at Ford Ice Centers Antioch, Bellevue & Clarksville, Little Preds Learn to Play is the perfect opportunity for those ages 5-9 to try the sport of hockey at a low-cost. Registration closes Dec. 19.

Bring your four-legged family member to join the merriment with Santa in the Frist Learning Center Courtyard on December 7 and 21.

Come to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum for Halloween fun! We’re throwing a party to celebrate the spooky and silly parts of the season.

Young artists will create their own colorful suncatchers, inspired by the signature stained-glass windows at the Ryman Auditorium.

Young artists will create their own colorful suncatchers, inspired by the signature stained-glass windows at the Ryman Auditorium.

Young artists will create their own colorful suncatchers, inspired by the signature stained-glass windows at the Ryman Auditorium.

Young artists will create their own colorful suncatchers, inspired by the signature stained-glass windows at the Ryman Auditorium.

Join us for Marshmallow Hikes!
November 29
December 19, 20, 23, 27, 30 & 31
January 2, 3, 10 & 17

Join us for Marshmallow Hikes!
November 29
December 19, 20, 23, 27, 30 & 31
January 2, 3, 10 & 17

Join us for Marshmallow Hikes!

November 29
December 19, 20, 23, 27, 30 & 31
January 2, 3, 10 & 17

THERE IS ALWAYS FUN TO BE HAD AT NASHVILLE ZOO.

Nightly Nov. 13, 2025 - Jan. 4, 2026
Thursday-Sunday, Jan. 8 to Feb. 8, 2026

Join us for Kidsville at the Parthenon on select Saturdays each month from 11 to 11:45 AM. Families with children ages 12 and under can enter the Parthenon for free on select dates and times.

November 29 - December 28, 2025
** See website for dates/times

December 13 @ 10:00 am - December 14 @ 5:00 pm

November 29 - December 28, 2025
See Website for Date/Time Details & Tickets

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

Nov 8, 2025--Jan 4, 2026

Nov 21 - Dec 31, 2025 | 5 - 9 PM

Come ride the train with Santa and his elves that will come thru every car and visit with all. There will also be Victorian Carolers coming thru the train singing Christmas songs.

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!

Santa’s Wonderland returns to Bass Pro Shops and Nashville-area families are invited to enjoy this magical Christmas village offering free photos with Santa and free family holiday activities including fun crafts and games.

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

Tours Run approx. 1 hour & 30/45 minutes in and around Franklin & Williamson Cty.