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Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
2025-04-18 10:00 - 2025-04-19 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Rd., Eagleville, TN, 37060, United States
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at LUCKY LADD FARMS – April 12, 13, 18, & 19, 2025 – Seating time 10 AM
Bring the kids for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Lucky Ladd Farms – TN’s largest petting farm and fun park. Includes delicious breakfast, Easter Bunny meet and greet, and a special gift for kids plus activities all around the farm. Put some spring in your step and magic in your child’s Easter holiday at our breakfast with the Easter Bunny celebration. This special VIP breakfast event at Lucky Ladd Farms includes a scrumptious breakfast buffet, Easter Bunny photo ops, a visit with some of the Farm’s favorite baby animal ambassadors, and souvenir gift for each child. It’s a fun way to start your child’s day before hopping along to the farm’s Spring Festival and non-stop Easter egg hunts that take place all day long, plus all the farm’s standard attractions are included.
Lucky Ladd Farms is Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park conveniently located just 45 minutes from downtown Nashville.  This award-winning 60-acre venue offers over 50+ inventive attractions that appeal to all ages from animal encounters, acres of playgrounds, pony rides, huge mega slides, Cedar Glade nature trails, wagon rides, splash pad, to barrel train rides, and more to fill your day with good old-fashioned fun.
BREAKFAST MENU Our scrumptious hot breakfast features a selection of pancakes, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, seasonal fruit, pastries, muffins, hot chocolate, juice, and water. We will be offering table reservations instead of individual ticket sales this year for our event. Each breakfast table seats a maximum of four people, regardless of age.

Easter Egg Hunts & the Easter Bunny
2025-04-18 11:00 - 2025-04-19 17:00 | Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Rd., Eagleville, TN, 37060, United States
It’s one of the most Egg-citing events of the year! Join the Easter Bunny as he gets things hopping around Lucky Ladd Farms – Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park, with our annual Spring Festival and Easter Egg Hunt.
This annual Easter family tradition features fun games, activities, baby farm animal encounters and non-stop egg hunts all day long with souvenir prize packs for the kids! Plus, Easter Bunny meet-and-greets take place each hour. Families love this award-winning 60-acre farm park for its over 50+ inventive attractions that appeal to all ages. From a petting zoo, acres of playgrounds, pony rides, Cedar Glade nature trails, wagon rides, splash pad, mega slides, and more, adventures at Lucky Ladd’s will fill the day with good old-fashioned fun. Bakery, gourmet coffee, concessions, and farm market on-site.

Easter Bunny Excursion Train
2025-04-19 09:00 | Tennessee Central Railway Museum, 220 Willow St., Nashville, TN, 37210, United States
Come ride with the Easter Bunny on a restored classic streamlined stainless steel passenger train! On this 90 mile round trip the Easter Bunny will be making visits to each car so bring your cameras! During the layover in Watertown, there will be Easter Egg Hunts and then visit the restaurants for lunch and shop the stores around the square. Order your tickets soon as this trip sells out quickly!

Eggstravaganzoo 2025
2025-04-19 09:00 - 17:00 | Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN, 37211, United States
Eggstravaganzoo presented by Twice Daily – Hop into spring at Nashville’s wildest egg hunt!
Nashville Zoo’s annual spring celebration is back with egg hunts and Easter fun for children of all ages. Activities during the day include egg hunts for kids, face painting, keeper talks, and themed animal enrichment!
This event is included with general admission tickets or Zoo membership. Member reservations are no longer required.

Cedarmont Farm's Annual Easter Egg Hunt
2025-04-19 12:30 - 14:30 | Cedarmont Farm, 2030 Cedarmont Dr., Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Bring a picnic and blanket and join us and the Easter Bunny for a lovely afternoon of egg hunting on the farm! Egg Hunts will be divided by age group and in addition to candy-filled eggs, there will be a special prize egg hidden in each egg hunt area. This is a fundraising event and all proceeds from this event will be donated to TN Alliance for Kids.
Please note that tickets MUST BE purchased in advance on our website. There will be no on-site ticket sales. Gates Open at 12:30 pm and egg hunts start promptly at 1:30pm. Please note that the gates will close at 1:15 pm to protect the little egg hunters running around. This is an outdoors-only event. Pets are not allowed.

41st Annual Main Street Festival 2025
2025-04-26 10:00 - 2025-04-27 18:00 | HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County presents the 41st Annual Main Street Festival, held in Historic Downtown Franklin, Tennessee on Saturday, April 26, and Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 10 AM to 6 PM.
The first of the three annual festivals organized and operated by the Heritage Foundation, the Main Street Festival has continually grown in stature and anticipation! The Festival attracts 120,000+ visitors annually to enjoy eclectic arts and crafts vendors, superb entertainment, great food & drink, and fun for the entire family right in the heart of historic downtown Franklin, Tennessee.
This beloved annual tradition produced by the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County, TN is consistently listed among the top 20 events in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society.

About Heritage Foundation of Williamson County, TN
The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County, TN is a Franklin-based non-profit who’s mission is to preserve and share regional history, local historic places and signature events that carry on our community traditions and cultural heritage through fundraising, research, advocacy, education, preservation, and community engagement.

Historic Nolensville Buttercup Festival 2025
2025-05-03 10:00 - 17:00 | Historic Nolensville Buttercup Festival, 7289 Nolensville Rd., Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
The Historic Nolensville Buttercup Festival is a Fun Filled Family Event!
The Historic Nolensville Buttercup Festival is an annual event in Nolensville, Tennessee, that will take place this year on May 3, 2025. The street Festival is full of family style fun along the banks of Mill Creek in Nolensville’s quaint historic district, and will include artisans and vendors, food, games, live music, art, the “Little Miss Buttercup” Pageant, and more! The Nolensville Buttercup Festival brings awareness to the local merchants and gives back to the community through scholarships and charitable donations.
This is a fun filled family event in Nolensville that you don’t want to miss!

May the Fourth be with you!
2025-05-04 13:00 - 16:00 | Williamson County Public Library – Franklin, 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Children are welcome to join in on Star Wars fun by watching The Clone Wars Episodes and Return of the Jedi. Recommended for ages, 5-10.

Timeless Tales: Alexander and the Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
2025-05-09 09:00 - 10:00 | The Moore-Morris History & Culture Center of Williamson County, TN, 108 Bridge St., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
“Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” humorously follows a young boy’s series of misfortunes, reminding readers that bad days happen to everyone.
Join us at the Moore-Morris History and Culture Center on Friday, May 9th at 9 AM for a magical journey through the world of classic children’s literature. This enchanting series is designed for children aged 1-3 and their adult loved ones. Each read aloud is followed by a hands-on activity from sensory bins, retelling activities, and crafts. Connect with other families in the community and create lasting memories!
Plus, thanks to our amazing sponsor, Middle Tennessee Electric, every registered child will take home their own copy of “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day!”

City of Fairview Arts and Crafts Fair
2025-05-10 09:00 - 16:00 | Bowie Nature Park, 7211 Bowie Lake Rd, Fairview, TN, 37062, United States
The City of Fairview will be hosting its arts and crafts fair day at Bowie Nature Park on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, from 9am-4pm. This will be a great day to sell and purchase items from local vendors. There will be vendors and multiple food trucks on site.

Touch A Truck 2025
2025-05-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Jim Warren Park, 705 Boyd Mill Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
City of Franklin Parks presents: Touch A Truck
Trucks, equipment, and vehicles of all shapes and sizes will gather at Jim Warren Park where children of all ages, with parent supervision, will be welcome to touch, climb-on, and explore these amazing pieces of equipment. Fire trucks, police cars, tractors, back hoes, tow trucks, and more! “No Horn Hour” will be from 5pm-6pm for the little ones! Music, games and fun will also be available at this free family event. Food will also be available for purchase from food trucks.

Let it Shine Gymnastics Summer Camps
2025-05-28 08:30 - 2025-05-30 15:00 | Let It Shine Gymnastics, 1892 General George Patton Dr., Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Let It Shine Summer Camp offers an unforgettable experience for your child, packed with excitement, personal growth, and friendship in a safe environment. Campers will create lasting memories as they engage in a variety of fun themes, featuring water activities, outdoor play, gym activities, entertaining games, special treats, and much more!
Give your child the gift of a summer filled with fun, friendship, and personal growth. Camp is 8:30-3:00 for ages 3-12 with extended care options. Visit our website to learn more and register.

Family Movie Premiere -"The Wildman of Shaggy Creek"
2025-05-28 15:00 - 18:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Join us in celebrating the Red Carpet Premiere of The Wildman of Shaggy Creek! This award-winning family film was shot locally in Murfreesboro and Franklin, and was made by all local cast and crew.
Get your photo on the Red Carpet and meet the Cast of this thrilling family adventure movie. Q+A to follow.
Estimated Rating: PG, for mild scary sequences
Run Time: 76 min
Schedule:
2:30pm Doors Open
3:00pm Film Showtime
4:30pm Q+A Begins
5:00pm-6:00pm Red Carpet Photos and Poster Signing
6:30pm Film Showtime
8:00pm Q+A Begins
8:30pm Poster Signing
9:00pm Event Ends

Summer Reading Kick-Off Celebration
2025-05-30 15:00 - 17:00 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Summer Reading Kick-Off Celebration at the Brentwood Library!
Let’s kick off the summer reading season in style! Join us in the library parking lot for carnival-style games, a food truck, and fun activities. This event is a great time to sign up for a library card, learn about our upcoming summer reading programs, and meet the Friends of the Brentwood Library. We’ll also have visits from our local firefighters and police!

Franklin Movies in the Park 2025
2025-05-30 20:00 | Fieldstone Park, 1377 Hillsboro Rd., Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Franklin Movies in the Park 2025 – Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest – Fieldstone Park
Bring a chair or pack a blanket and come to Fieldstone Park for an outdoor evening movie in Franklin! This free summer movie series will begin at 8 PM or sunset.
Check the City of Franklin, TN’s website or their Facebook page for locations and updates.
For more information please email parksinfo@franklintn.gov or call 615-794-2103.
2025 Movies in the Park Summer Series Includes:

May 30 – Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest at Fieldstone Park
June 20 – Shrek 2 at Fieldstone Park
June 27 – Toy Story 2 at Pinkerton Park
July 18 – Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets at Pinkerton Park
October 10 – Captain America: The Winter Soldier at Bicentennial Park

More event details are below.

Grand Opening of The Carousel of Dreams by Ken Means at The Factory at Franklin
2025-05-31 13:00 - 16:00 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Come celebrate the Grand Opening of The Carousel of Dreams by Ken Means at The Factory at Franklin! The carousel opens to the public at 10:00 a.m., giving early visitors the chance to ride before the celebration officially begins at 1:00 p.m. Both the carousel and festivities will wrap up by 4:00 p.m., so be sure to join us for a day full of magic and memories!
Enjoy magical attractions including face painting, a balloon artist, beloved princesses and superheroes, carousel merchandise and interactive booths from our 2025 beneficiaries and The Factory at Franklin.

Let it Shine Gymnastics Summer Camps
2025-06-02 08:30 - 2025-06-06 15:00, 2025-06-09 08:30 - 2025-06-13 15:00, 2025-06-16 08:30 - 2025-06-20 15:00 | Let It Shine Gymnastics, 1892 General George Patton Dr., Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Let It Shine camps are exciting, dynamic, and full of fun! Our camp operates from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We offer three camp types based on age: TOTS camp for ages 3 and 4, FIVES camp for age 5, and BIG camp for ages 6 to 12. Each camp is tailored to meet the unique needs of our campers!
Flexible enrollment, no minimum days required
> Extended care options
> Indoor activities on gymnastics and ninja equipment
> Outdoor activities
> Water play (Summer Camp only)
> Sibling discounts
> Snacks included
> Friday = pizza lunch provided
> NO CREDITS or REFUNDS

Summer Kid’s Days
2025-06-04 09:00 - 11:00 | Pinkerton Park, 405 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Summer Kid’s Days are here again! Join the City of Franklin at Pinkerton Park for some super awesome summer fun! Kid’s Day themes this year are Chalk The Walk Day, AirVenture Day, and Water Day! Bring your children ages 5-12 for a wonderfully, fun day at the park!
Summer Kid’s Days:
June 4 – 9 am-11 am
July 9 – 9 am-11 am
July 23 – 9 am-12 pm

Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Farms
2025-06-05 10:00 - 2025-06-08 16:00, 2025-06-12 10:00 - 2025-06-15 16:00 | Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Rd., Eagleville, TN, 37060, United States
Cool off this summer with Splash Days, where fun and water collide! Kids can dive into excitement at the splash pad, immerse themselves in bubbly fun with the Bubble Blast, or race down giant inflatable water slides. Remember to pack the essentials: kids swim wear, swim diapers, and plenty of towels. We’ve got you covered with a convenient changing station onsite. Don’t miss out on the ultimate way to beat the heat!

Do a Card for Dad
2025-06-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Williamson County Public Library – Franklin, 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Do a Card for Dad on Saturday, June 7th, from 2:00-3:00 PM in Franklin at the Williamson County Public Library. Families with children of all ages are invited to drop into the Children’s Activity Room to make a card for Dad for Father’s Day. Registration is not required.

Hill Fest 2025
2025-06-07 14:00 - 19:00 | Fischer Park at Port Royal, 4285 Port Royal Road, Spring Hill, TN, 37174, United States
The Parks and Recreation Department for the City of Spring Hill will host the 3rd Annual Hill Fest on June 7th, 2025 from 2:00 PM-7:00 PM! Hill Fest is a FREE event for all ages. Hill Fest 2025 will be at Fischer Park (4285 Port Royal Rd in Spring Hill).

Dear Edwina Jr. - Presented by The STAR Program
2025-06-07 15:00 - 18:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
WCPR Children’s Theatre’s STAR Program presents Dear Edwina Jr. as their summer 2025 intensive. Dear Edwina JR. is a heartwarming musical about the joys of growing up, from the creators of Junie B. Jones, The Musical. Written in a “show-within-a-show” format, Dear Edwina JR. follows the adventures of plucky advice-giver-extraordinaire, Edwina Spoonapple, as she directs the neighborhood kids in a series of buoyant production numbers for the latest edition of her weekly “Advice-a-Palooza.” Edwina and her friends share wisdom on everything from trying new foods to making new friends, through clever, catchy and poignant songs.
(This production is rated G by Music Theatre International.)
Dear Edwina Jr. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Dear Edwina Jr, Saturday, June 7th at 3-5 PM, and 6-8 PM.

Fishing on the Farm
2025-06-12 08:00 - 2025-06-13 12:00 | The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, 239 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us on the farm for fishing by the pond. Kids 12 and younger can fish in our catch and release pond. Poles and air are supplied but children are encouraged to bring their own equipment. Parents MUST accompany each child.
June 12th and 13th at 8 am -12 pm.
Free Event at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, registration required by calling 615-794-2103

Timeless Tales: Goodnight Moon
2025-06-13 09:00 - 10:00 | The Moore-Morris History & Culture Center of Williamson County, TN, 108 Bridge St., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us at the Moore-Morris History and Culture Center on Friday, June 13th at 9 AM for a magical journey through the world of classic children’s literature. This enchanting series is designed for children aged 1-3 and their adult loved ones. Each read aloud is followed by a hands-on activity from sensory bins, retelling activities, and crafts. Connect with other families in the community and create lasting memories!
Plus, thanks to our amazing sponsor, Middle Tennessee Electric, every registered child will take home their own copy of “Goodnight Moon!”

Little Gardeners Workshop
2025-06-13 09:30 - 11:30 | Young Harvest Farm, 2955 Beulah Church Rd., Arrington, TN, 37014, United States
Join the Little Gardeners Club! A Day of Dirt & Discovery at the Farm!
Looking for a fun, hands-on adventure for your kids? Bring them to the Little Gardeners Club — where curiosity grows right alongside carrots!
Feed the friendly goats and chickens
Pick your own fresh flowers and make a beautiful bouquet
Weed, plant, and harvest in our kid-friendly garden
It’s a perfect day outdoors, full of nature, learning, and farm-fresh fun!

Family Geocaching Day
2025-06-14 09:30 - 12:30 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Come to Owl’s Hill for a day of family fun and exploration in Brentwood! Geocaches are hidden in containers that can be found using a GPS or smartphone. Head out on our kid-friendly course set up with caches ready to be found. (We’ll also have a couple more challenging caches for anyone looking for extra adventure.) Hike around in the woods and see what you can find. No experience necessary!
Bring your own GPS device or use your smartphone with Google Maps installed to find the caches. Participants are welcome to bring tradeables (small toys or trinkets) to leave or exchange in caches.
Check in between 9:30 am am and 12:30 pm. Trails are open for geocaching until 3 pm. The gate closes promptly at 3 pm.
Planning to bring a picnic? You are welcome to use the picnic tables in our orchard. Please plan to carry out your trash.
Saturday, June 14
Event Check In: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Trails close at 3 pm
Cost: $10 Adult (ages 13+), $8 Child (ages 12-5) Children 4 & under free

Centennial High Youth Soccer Camp
2025-06-16 17:30 - 2025-06-19 19:00 | Centennial High School, 5050 Mallory Lane, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Centennial High Youth Soccer Camp June 16-19 2025 – (co-ed)
The CHS Youth Soccer Camp is an opportunity for kids of all skill levels to explore their love for the game and learn those life lessons best taught through athletics – persistence, the power of encouragement, and working as a team toward a common GOOOAAL.
Instruction will be led by Centennial Women’s Soccer Staff and Players. Campers will learn through drills, fun games, and scrimmage play. Campers will be grouped according to age and skill level to allow for ability-specific development.
Registration is capped at 100 campers for a low Camper: Instructor ratio.
Learn more Here!
