Upcoming Kid Friendly Events in Nashville Tennessee

Kid and Family Calendar for Nashville Tennessee

Nashville Tennessee is packed full of fun Family Activities including our Sports and Recreation Guide and Kid and Family Attractions for the entire family. On a rainy day you can start with the Adventure Science Center with the Sudekum Planetarium and Nashville Children's Theatre. On the beautiful sunny days check out the farm adventures at Lucky Ladd Farms. Below are events taking place on specific days that are geared towards Kids and Family:

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,

Playing at Lucky Ladd Farms

Once only open for kids and family in the fall, now you can visit Lucky Ladd Farms right outside of Nashville during the summer too. Families love Lucky Ladd Farms 60-acre farm park for its inventive attractions that appeal to all ages, acres of playgrounds, exciting hands-on animal encounters, pony rides, nature trails, educational exhibits and more to fill your day with good old fashioned fun.

Upcoming Kid Focused Events

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Saturday, June 27, 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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Monday, June 22, 2026

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

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Monday, June 22, 2026

THERE IS ALWAYS FUN TO BE HAD AT NASHVILLE ZOO.

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Monday, June 22, 2026

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

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Thursday, June 25, 2026

Thursday - Saturday

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Tuesday, June 23, 2026

One of the area's only wave-action swimming pools! Ride the waves or just let them lap at your feet. There are calm, "non-wave" periods. You have access to two water flumes, two speed slides, and one kiddie slide!

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Friday, July 10, 2026

2026 Family Firefly Hikes
June 12 & 19
July 10 & 17
All Hikes: 7 - 8:30 pm

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Monday, June 29, 2026

We have a complete list of Nashville area events to help you and your family celebrate our Independence Day this Fourth of July!

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Friday, July 3, 2026

The annual July 3rd event!

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Saturday, July 4, 2026

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

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Saturday, July 4, 2026

2026 INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE
Saturday, July 4th 4:00 PM
Fireworks at Dusk

Theme: Stars, Stripes and Squirtguns

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Saturday, July 4, 2026

Celebration Under the Stars 2026 is going to be a great event as we join America in celebrating our nation's 250th year of independence!
Great music, lots of fun and AMAZING fireworks!

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Saturday, July 4, 2026

July 4, 2026 | 5:30-9 p.m. Fireworks ignite the sky at 9 p.m. sharp!

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Monday, July 6, 2026

Bow a fiddle, pluck a banjo, and strum a ukulele! The Musical Instrument Petting Zoo offers budding musicians a chance to try new and familiar instruments. Instructors will offer guidance as you try your hand at all the instruments at the zoo.

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Saturday, July 11, 2026

Sing, dance, and play as a family at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum the second Saturday of each month.

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Saturday, July 11, 2026

Bow a fiddle, pluck a banjo, and strum a ukulele! The Musical Instrument Petting Zoo offers budding musicians a chance to try new and familiar instruments. Instructors will offer guidance as you try your hand at all the instruments at the zoo.

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Saturday, July 11, 2026

Whether they’re for function or fashion, sunglasses help complete an outfit. Some country artists even use them to create a signature look.

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Saturday, July 11, 2026

Come in and get your boots scootin’! Dance instructor Dana Romanello will guide visitors through various line dances to some of country music’s biggest hits. No partner, no problem—everyone is invited to learn and have fun. All ages.

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Sunday, July 12, 2026

Let your creativity loose in this hands-on experience, open to those 13 years and older accompanied by an adult.

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Sunday, July 12, 2026

Whether they’re for function or fashion, sunglasses help complete an outfit. Some country artists even use them to create a signature look.

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Saturday, July 18, 2026

Cowboy boots can add flair to an outfit but are also sturdy enough for hard work and long journeys. Inspired by fashionable footwear featured in the Museum galleries, young designers will create boot patterns to reflect their own personalities.

Wow- that is one exciting day out, up and away!

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UPCOMING EVENTS in NASHVILLE - Select a Category

We are so excited to have so many great events in Nashville but sometimes you want to narrow down the options. Select any category below to see upcoming events based on a specific interest.