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Spring Festival - Easter Celebration
2023-04-07 11:00 - 2023-04-08 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Rd., Eagleville, TN, 37060, United States
Celebrate spring with the Easter Bunny as he gets things hopping around Lucky Ladd Farms! This family friendly event features all your favorite farm attractions, non-stop egg hunts, and you will meet some of the farm’s brand new sweet fuzzy baby animals. It’s an EGG-citing way start the spring season!

Easter Bunny meet-and-greets takes place each hour throughout event.
Easter Egg Hunt:
Lucky Ladd Farms offers non-stop Egg Hunts all day long. No large crowds rushing the field. No trampled toddlers. Siblings can hunt together and Mom can get great photos of the entire family. It’s a fun way to do it at your leisure. It’s not about how many eggs the kids collect because they turn in their eggs at the Redemption Station for a fun prize pack. This ensures each child receives the same awesome prize!

Great Spring Art Hop
2023-04-07 09:00 - 2023-04-08 17:00 | CHEEKWOOD ESTATE & GARDENS, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN, 37205, United States
Great Spring Art Hop at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens in Nashville

Featuring nine oversized bunnies painted by local artists – eight of them hidden throughout the gardens – and the return of egg hunts, the Great Spring Art Hop is not to be missed!
Enjoy egg hunts, entertainment, art activities, a scavenger hunt, food trucks and more!

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
2023-04-07 09:00 - 2023-04-08 11:00 | Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Rd., Eagleville, TN, 37060, United States
Easter Bunny Breakfast at Lucky Ladd Farms

Put some spring in your step during our breakfast with the Easter Bunny. This VIP occasion includes a scrumptious breakfast, Easter Bunny photo ops, a visit with some of the Farm’s favorite baby animal ambassadors, and a souvenir gift for each child.
It’s a fun way to start your day before hopping along to the Spring Festival and Easter Egg Hunt celebrations at Lucky Ladd Farms.
VIP Breakfast Menu:
Our yummy hot breakfast spread features pancakes, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, seasonal fruit, muffins, hot chocolate, juice and water.
Seating Times – (selected during registration):
9:00 am
10:00 am
Pricing:
Standard Table Reservation – $160
Pass Member Reservation – $100
Each breakfast table seats a maximum of four people, regardless of age.
Pricing includes breakfast and farm admission to the Spring Festival with each table reservation for up to four people; plus an Easter souvenir for each registered child.
Advanced reservation is required, tickets are not available at the gate. Registration closes on March 31.
Weather-related cancellations will be announced by 7:30 am on the date of the event; and will be posted on the information hotline at (615) 274-3786.
The event will go on even if the weather is cold or if light rain is forecast, so plan and dress accordingly.
All sales are final. Should Lucky Ladd Farms be forced to cancel, for any reason, then a ticket voucher credit will be issued to the purchaser which may be used towards a future visit(s) during the 2023 season.

Royally Fun Easter Bunny
2023-04-07 09:00 - 10:30 | Sugar Drop Cafe & Dessert Boutique, 574 Franklin Road, Suite #110, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Royally Fun Easter Bunny – Sugar Drop Cafe and Dessert Boutique, Franklin
Join us for a Basic Beginner Cookie Class. In this class, students will work on a set of cookies all inspired by a sweet Easter Bunny!
All supplies are included for this event. This event is great for a group of friends, a father-daughter outing, a mom & me, or anyone wanting to play with their food!
Cost: 50.00 for the set of cookies.

Philip Daniel
2023-04-06 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
From Lincoln, Nebraska, Daniel did his graduate work at the UMKC Conservatory in Piano Performance and his undergraduate studies at Hastings College, where he earned a Bachelor’s in Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy.
During his undergraduate years, Philip discovered a passion for creating his own music. He was heavily inspired by contemporary minimalism and film-score music that blends organic sounds with electronic elements. Daniel seeks to appeal to a broad audience as well as the seasoned listener and create his own unique sound.
Philip has released 7 full-length albums as well as many EP’s and singles. He continues to compose/record solo artistic projects yet is venturing into the film scoring and music licensing world. His music has been listened to over 30 million times and has been featured in countless films worldwide. Philip spends his time composing custom scores for docs/short films/commercials and has ventured into the world of dance, collaborating with choreographers and dancers on custom scores.
His sole purpose as a composer is to create music thats primary goal is to convey unequivocal emotion and to make people truly “feel”. Philip believes that music has a unique ability to cause change in the world by this personal connection to individual listeners and aims to be a small part in positively impacting his community thru his music.
Philip currently resides in Lincoln, Nebraska with his wife and dog working in his home studio.
More event details are below.

Easter Candy Pairings Mini Class at Saint Goose!
2023-04-06 17:30 - 18:30 | Saint Goose Wine and Spirits Shop, 134 2nd Avenue North, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Easter Candy Pairings Mini Class at Saint Goose in Downtown Franklin
It’s the hoppiest time of year! We all love peeps, jelly beans and pastel colored treats. Join Kate as she pairs all the delightful Easter basket snacks with her most delicious springtime wines.

Knee High Naturalist
2023-04-05 10:00 - 11:30 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Young children, ages 3-5 years old, with an adult will explore the natural world through a series of topics lead by an Owl’s Hill Environmental Educator. Each week has a different focus emphasizing working together through discovery, crafts, and outdoor exploration.
Knee High Naturalist 2023 Program Schedule
Spring: March 22, 29; April 5, 12, 19, 26 ($110)
Summer: June 14, 21; July 12, 19 ($75)
All sessions meet 10-11:30am.
No strollers or unregistered siblings, please. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Fees are per adult/child pair for one 4- or 6-week series (spring, summer, or fall).

Acoustic Storytime
2023-04-04 19:00 | The Well Coffeehouse, 690 East Old Hickory Blvd., Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
A monthly writer’s round in Brentwood at The Well Coffeehouse, hosted by Jason Gray and recorded live for Sirius XM The Message.

19 Miles to Music Row
2023-04-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Franklin First United Methodist Church, 120 Aldersgate Way, Franklin, TN, 37069-1430, United States
Don’t miss 19 miles to Music Row with a Nashville native, and hit songwriter for Dierks Bentley and Jason Aldean. It’s Josh Mirenda coming to our 19 Miles stage.
Nashville native, Josh Mirenda, is a country music singer/songwriter, with multi-platinum selling status and an ASCAP Song of the Year Award for “Somewhere On A Beach”, recorded by Dierks Bentley. Josh has several hits recorded by Jason Aldean including his title album “They Don’t Know”. From songwriter to singer, Josh’s debut single, “I Got You”, has nearly 20 million streams on Spotify and landed him on Spotify’s Hot Country List. Following the release of his self-titled EP, Josh Mirenda, Josh has been on the road, playing shows with artists such as Easton Corbin, Chris Young, Rodney Atkins, and Dylan Scott.

Easter Bunny's Garden | T-Rac Visits the Bunny!
2023-04-04 17:30 - 19:00 | CoolSprings Galleria, 1800 Galleria Blvd, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
On Tuesday, April 4th, from 5:30pm – 7pm, T-Rac, the Tennessee Titans mascot, will be joining in on photos with the Easter Bunny at CoolSprings Galleria!
Put on your favorite player’s jersey & come on out for a memorable visit & photos with the Bunny! #TitanUp
(Reservations are not required, but encouraged.)

Friends & Fashion
2023-04-03 11:30 - 13:00 | Music City Center, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way South, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Friends & Fashion is a fashionable celebration of hope that raises funds for Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Interested in being involved as a sponsor, table host or volunteer? Email us at friends@vumc.org.

CoolSprings Galleria Easter Bunny's Garden | Pet Photos with Easter Bunny
2023-04-03 09:00 - 17:00 | CoolSprings Galleria, 1800 Galleria Blvd, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Four-legged family members want to see the Easter Bunny, too! Join CoolSprings Galleria at the Easter Bunny’s Garden for pet photos with the Easter Bunny! Visits are always free, with photo packages available for purchase. Walk-ins are welcome, though reservations are recommended.
*Pets must be on a leash or in a carrier, and pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after them. Pets will not be allowed in any area of the mall other than the designated Easter Bunny photo area.

Chief Smiley Ricks LIVE @ The Legendary Kimbro's Pickin' Parlor
2023-04-01 21:00 | The Legendary Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor, 214 S. Margin Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Legendary Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor in downtown Franklin, offers great music, cold drinks, and delicious food! Come out and catch the sound and the spirit of New Orleans with Chief Smiley Ricks & The C-Town Specials at The Legendary Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor, Saturday, April 1st at 9:00 PM! You can find more information at chiefsmileyricks.com and legendarykimbros.com. $10 cover charge at the door.

Whiskey Warmer Franklin
2023-04-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Westhaven Skube Swim Center, 4121 Golf Club Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Whiskey lovers, bundle up for an evening of live music, good food and exceptional spirits in beautiful Westhaven! This elevated event is designed for whiskey aficionados and newcomers alike, with distillers pouring samples of premier whiskeys, bourbon and scotch and providing comprehensive education for those looking to learn more. Enjoy a live bluegrass concert playing throughout the night, local food trucks, photo booth, cigar lounge and more!
Purchase VIP tickets for early access to the event, access to premium, rare, and experimental whiskey offerings and complimentary light bites.

Easter Egg Hunt
2023-04-01 16:30 - 18:00 | Music City Archery, 1113 Murfreesboro Rd., #205, Franklin, 37064, United States
Easter Egg Hunt at Music City Archery in Franklin
Bring the family and join Music City Archery for their version of an Easter Egg Hunt. Adults and youth ages 8 and up are welcome. Reservations are required and space is limited. To learn more click here.

Kids Easter Egg Hunt Party!
2023-04-01 15:00 | Curio Brewing Company, 216 Noah Drive, Suite 140, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Let your kids run wild with the Easter Bunny! This year Curio Brewing Company in Franklin will have designated times for age groups to run after the eggs. Best part is, you won’t go home with tons of eggs and bad candy! Each kid will collect eggs, and bring them back for a goody bag! And the BEST PART, each round will have a few golden eggs and if your child finds one the parent gets a beer or coffee drink!

Hoppin' Hounds Egg Hunt
2023-04-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Fulton Greer Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Dog-gone it, don’t leave your pup out of the fun this Easter! All pups and their human companions are invited to this “Eggciting” Easter Egg Hunt for dogs! To ensure every pup enjoys an intimidation free egg hunt, we are offering two times –
EGG HUNT TIMES AND CHECK-IN
o Dogs Under 30lb.
• 2:00 p.m. Check-in tables open
• 2:30 p.m. Egg Hunt Begins
o Dogs Over 30lb.
• 2:30 p.m. Check-in tables open
• 3:15 p.m. Egg Hunt Begins
All pet-loving friends and families are welcome to join too! After the egg hunt, be sure to visit with our pet-friendly vendors, the doggy and human food trucks, and get you and your pup’s photo with the Easter Bunny! All dogs must have current vaccinations, be leashed and under control of an adult handler at all times. Proceeds from the egg hunt will go to benefit the Williamson County Animal Center.
Franklin Recreation Center (Soccer Fields)

Egg Decorating with Natural Dyes - Kids Class
2023-04-01 13:00 - 14:30 | Stoney Creek Farm, 4700 Coe Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Egg Decorating with Natural Dyes – Kids Class at Stoney Creek Farm in Franklin
Join Ms. Whitney and Ms. Cori to decorate eggs using materials found in nature! We will gather flowers, grasses, berries, and more from around the farm and create unique dyes to decorate our eggs. This class is open to all ages, but our younger friends may need help from a parent. The results will be six beautifully decorated eggs to take home and enjoy for Easter! You are welcome to bring additional eggs to decorate during class, as time permits. All ages and abilities are welcome. $25 per child, parents, and grandparents are always free!
You may want to bring lunch and enjoy time playing at the farm after class. Our back porch farm store will have local honey, sourdough bread and more for sale. We look forward to seeing you at the farm!

Rock and Roll Playhouse Sings The Beatles
2023-04-01 12:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Rock and Roll Playhouse Sings The Beatles – The Franklin Theatre
The Rock and Roll Playhouse, a family concert series hosted at historic music venues across the country, allows kids to “move, play and sing while listening to works from the classic-rock canon” (NY Times). Performing songs created by the most iconic musicians in rock history, The Rock and Roll Playhouse band offers its core audience of families with children age ten and under games, movement, stories and an opportunity to rock out in an effort to educate children and explore their creativity. The Rock and Roll Playhouse is an early and often first introduction to a child’s lifelong journey with live music and rock and roll. See you at the show!
This concert for kids and families shares the music of the artist named above with a new generation of music lovers, but is not associated with or endorsed by the artist. All children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.
Please click here for more important information about this event.

A Pretty Lovely Pop-Up Tea Room
2023-04-01 11:00 - 2023-04-02 16:00 | The Sapphire Suite, 1201 Liberty Pike, Suite 229, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
A Pretty Lovely Pop-Up Tea Room at The Sapphire Suite in Franklin
Join us for a Proper Afternoon Tea Catering experience done the “Pretty and Lovely” way!
Come experience a Proper Afternoon Tea done the “Pretty and Lovely Way” by Meagan Benson, of Pretty Lovely Teas, in the beautiful setting of The Sapphire Suite! A specialty complimentary beverage to start, 4 Tea sandwiches, 2 Scones, and 4 Sweets provided (per person) and of course bottomless tea for two hours! You’ll also receive a slice of delicious cake to take home!
Four different serving times are available for booking. Saturday, April 1st, 11:00 am or 2:00 pm and Sunday, April 2nd, 11:00am or 2:00pm. Tickets are by table, not by seat and reservations required to attend this event.
Booking:
Table for Two – $250.00
Table for Four – $500.00
Table for Six – $750.00
VIP Lounge Area (Seats 8) $1000.00
More event details are below.

Easter Bunny High Tea
2023-04-01 10:00 - 15:00 | GratiDude Ranch, 7515 Pewitt Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Enjoy a two hour styled Easter Bunny tea with the Easter Bunny, crafts, petting zoo, pony rides, egg hunt, photography and tea! Open to all ages! Two reservation groupings available – 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Underwater Egg Hunt
2023-04-01 10:00 - 13:30 | Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring HIll, TN, 37174, United States
Join Williamson County Parks and Recreation (WCPR) as we explore under the water in search for eggs at the Longview Rec Center Indoor pool. Bring your basket or bag and see how many eggs you can collect! Whether you collect 1 egg or 20 there is excitement for everyone! For Children 2-12 years, 2-4 year old’s require a parent in the water with the child. Personal flotation devices required for those who cannot swim.
Therapeutic: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Ages 2-4: 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Ages 5-7: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Ages 8-10: 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM
Ages 11 – 12: 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Mad Hatter Tea Party
2023-04-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Mad Hatter Tea Party – Williamson County Parks and Recreation
Don’t be late for a very important date! Join Dreams Do Come True Princess Parties for this year’s Mad Hatters Tea Party where guests will be served light refreshments, partake in fun crafts, have a special guest for story time followed by an egg hunt. Participants are sure to have a good time!
Please note that this is a children’s event and each child must be accompanied by an adult. All parties will be required to register and a $10 per adult discount will be shown upon checkout.

Wild About Raptors
2023-04-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Wild About Raptors – Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, Brentwood
Are you a hawk watcher? An owl enthusiast? A falcon fanatic? Discover the unique adaptations that make birds of prey masters of the sky and the roles they play in our environment. This program will include a chance to see birds of prey up close and hands on activities to explore the lives of these fascinating animals.
Guest Instructor:
Dawn Thomas, Animal Care Specialist from Wilderness Station
Cost: $12 adult (ages 13+) / $8 child (ages 12 and under)
Ages 2 and under FREE

Wildflower Hikes
2023-04-01 09:30 - 11:30 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
The wildflowers are blooming: Spring is here! Come enjoy all the colors this season offers as we hike the trails of Owl’s Hill. Watch the browns of winter give way to the spectrum of spring while we look for Blue-eyed Mary, Dutchman’s Britches, and Spring Beauty.
This is a moderately strenuous hike with some hill climbing.

Happy Bunny
2023-04-01 09:00 - 11:00 | The Avenue Murfreesboro, 2615 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro, TN, 37129, United States
Event for children with special needs and their families.
Join The Avenue Murfreesboro for our annual Happy Bunny event on Saturday, April 1st from 9 AM – 11 AM in Suite 1550 located near Carter’s.
Happy Bunny is an event for children with special needs and their familes to visit with the Easter Bunny in a subduded environtment. Event attendees will have the chance to take photos and visit with the Bunny and receive a complimentary Easter Gift.

TennGreen Land Conservancy's Hike-a-Thon
2023-04-01 00:00 - 2023-04-30 23:59 | TennGreen Land Conservancy, 1213A 16th Ave S., Nashville, TN, 37212, United States
TennGreen Land Conservancy’s Hike-a-Thon is an event unlike any other in the Southeast! This month-long, virtually-managed fundraising event supports the protection of our natural areas and encourages people of all ages and abilities to explore the outdoors through friendly competition.
The Hike-a-Thon is fun, free, and easy! You’ll simply register online starting March 1 and then get outside anywhere in April to compete against other individuals and teams for the chance to win exciting prizes. There’s something for everyone, with competitions for hikers, paddlers, trail runners, climbers, mountain bikers, nature photographers, and more!
About TennGreen Land Conservancy
TennGreen Land Conservancy (formerly the Tennessee Parks & Greenways Foundation) is a 501(c)(3) environmental nonprofit and the oldest accredited statewide land conservancy in Tennessee. Through sound science and partnerships, TennGreen identifies and conserves land across Tennessee for wildlife corridors, critical habitat, and public benefit. TennGreen protects, cares for, and connects people with Tennessee’s natural world by providing meaningful outdoor experiences, establishing conservation easements, supporting restoration efforts, and acquiring (or assisting in the acquisition of) privately-held land.

Bravo Creative Arts Center Presents Willy Wonka Musical
2023-03-31 19:00 - 2023-04-02 14:00 | Bravo Creative Arts Center, 2227 Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Bravo invites audiences on a fantasy ride into the land of pure imagination!
Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka follows enigmatic candy manufacturer, Willy Wonka, as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats: the fifth is a likeable young lad named Charlie Bucket, who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather.
The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka’s rules in the factory… or suffer the consequences!
Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world famous candy man and his quest to find an heir, features the enchanting songs from the 1971 film starring Gene Wilder and new songs by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newly. Show is rated G, and great entertainment for the entire family!
Performances March 31 – April 2, 2023
Friday, March 31 at 7 PM
Saturday, April 1 at 2 PM & 6 PM
Sunday, April 2 at 2 PM
About Bravo Creative Arts Center
Bravo Creative Arts Center, located in the Grassland area of Franklin, is a performing arts education organization dedicated to providing meaningful opportunities for K – 12 youth to participate in the performing arts and to bring high quality children’s theatre to the community.
Each season, Bravo produces family-oriented theatre for the mid-state area by offering fully staged musical productions.
Since Bravo’s 2006 founding, over 4,000 area children and teens have been cast in Bravo’s musical theatre productions. A typical Bravo cast includes youth from at least 30 different schools in the Mid State area.
Bravo strives to empower youth through the arts, helping them to find their voice, preparing them for challenges both on and off stage

Cove Boyd live at Mockingbird
2023-03-31 19:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join Cove Boyd and his band as they perform songs from his debut album ‘Better Days’ and some additional surprises, at Mockingbird Theater in downtown Franklin. Plus special guest James Walker.

Spring Floral Buttercream Basket Cake Class
2023-03-31 13:00 - 15:00 | Sugar Drop Cafe & Dessert Boutique, 574 Franklin Road, Suite #110, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Spring Floral Buttercream Basket Cake Class – Sugar Drop Cafe and Dessert Boutique, Franklin
This fun cake class is perfect for young students, ages 8 and older! Students will work on a sheet cake with buttercream and various tips to create a floral basket, perfect for a spring gathering.
