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This weekend with kids in Nashville, TN: Nov 13–15

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Top picks this weekend

Big outings first: festivals, farms, shows and attractions, mixing free and paid, for a range of ages.

Sat, Nov 14 · 11am–7pm

615 Asia Fest: Korea & Buldak

Two Rivers Mansion — Nashville (Donelson) · Davidson Co. · Nashville

Free celebration of Korean culture with live music, food and drinks at $10 or less, and kid-zone activities.

  • Ages 0-2
  • Ages 3-5
  • Ages 6-10
  • 11+
  • Big outing
  • Free
Details at 615 Asia Fest ↗

More big outings

Nov 13 – Jan 3 · 5pm–9pm

Glow Wild at Nashville Zoo

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere — Nashville · Davidson Co. · Nashville

Nashville Zoo's new holiday light show with glowing wildlife, festive displays, an 85-foot synchronized Christmas tree and an outdoor skating rink.

  • Ages 0-2
  • Ages 3-5
  • Ages 6-10
  • 11+
  • Big outing
  • Paid: $27 single night; under 2 free; members save $5
Details at Nashville Zoo ↗

Museums, gardens & more

Nov 13 – Nov 29

Incoming!

Adventure Science Center — Nashville · Davidson Co. · Nashville

Discover the hard-hitting stories about how asteroids and comets have collided with our planet throughout history, changed the course of life on Earth, and shaped the…

  • Ages 3-5
  • Ages 6-10
  • 11+
  • Cost not listed
  • Indoors

Several showtimes; check the listing for times.

Details at Adventure Science Center ↗
Nov 13 – Dec 13

Live Science Show

Eureka Theatre — Nashville · Davidson Co. · Nashville

See the reactions in real time. Join our science presenters for an up-close STEM experience. Our limited-capacity Eureka Theatre ensures that every guest has an amazing…

  • Ages 3-5
  • Ages 6-10
  • 11+
  • Cost not listed
  • Indoors

Several showtimes; check the listing for times.

Details at Adventure Science Center ↗
Nov 13 – Dec 13

Nightwatch

Adventure Science Center — Nashville · Davidson Co. · Nashville

What can you see in the sky on the next clear night?

  • Ages 3-5
  • Ages 6-10
  • 11+
  • Cost not listed
  • Indoors

Several showtimes; check the listing for times.

Details at Adventure Science Center ↗
Nov 13 – Dec 13

STARS: The Powerhouses of the Universe

Adventure Science Center — Nashville · Davidson Co. · Nashville

Every star has a story. Some are faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day within vast…

  • Ages 3-5
  • Ages 6-10
  • 11+
  • Cost not listed
  • Indoors

Several showtimes; check the listing for times.

Details at Adventure Science Center ↗
Nov 14 – Nov 29

The Stellars – Misson: Green

Adventure Science Center — Nashville · Davidson Co. · Nashville

The Stellars - Mission: Green The Stellars - Mission: Green is a show aimed at our youngest explorers, ages 3 to 8.

  • Ages 3-5
  • Ages 6-10
  • 11+
  • Cost not listed
  • Indoors

Several showtimes; check the listing for times.

Details at Adventure Science Center ↗
Nov 14 – Dec 12 · 10am–1pm

STEM Discovery Lab

Adventure Science Center — Nashville · Davidson Co. · Nashville

Drop in. Dig in. Discover. When: Saturdays 10 am - 1 pm (beginning November 7) Location: Learning Lab on the first floor Best for: Middle schoolers & older Test your…

  • Ages 3-5
  • Ages 6-10
  • 11+
  • Free
  • Indoors
Details at Adventure Science Center ↗

Library storytimes & programs (27, free)

From Nashville Public Library and Williamson County Public Library. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Nov 13

Time variesDrop-In Crafts · Fairview, Fairview 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free
10:30amFriday Free Play · Hermitage Branch Library (Nashville Public Library), Nashville 3-5 · 6-10 · Free
2pmMusic Lab · Nashville Public Library – Main Library, Studio NPL, Nashville 11+ · Free
4pmFriday Night Game Night · Pruitt Branch Library (Nashville Public Library), Nashville 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free
4pmSensory Story Time · Edmondson Pike Branch Library (Nashville Public Library), Nashville 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Saturday, Nov 14

10amCreation Station · Hadley Park Branch Library (Nashville Public Library), Nashville 3-5 · 6-10 · Free
10amYouth D&D · Franklin (Main Library), Franklin 6-10 · Free
10:30amRead With Lucy · Franklin (Main Library), Franklin 6-10 · Free
10:30amRead with Winston · Nashville Public Library – Main Library, Childrens Services, Nashville 3-5 · 6-10 · Free
12:30pmFiber Arts Fun · Goodlettsville Branch Library (Nashville Public Library), Nashville 11+ · Free
1pmReading Paws · Inglewood Branch Library (Nashville Public Library), Nashville 3-5 · 6-10 · Free

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This weekend (Nov 13–15) Nashville, TN has 38 kid-friendly events, 31 of them free. Top picks: 615 Asia Fest: Korea & Buldak, The Great Pumpkin Ball Kids Party at Plaza Mariachi and Incoming!. Rainy-day options: Baby & Me Song & Story time and Childrens' Craft Time. Plus 28 free library programs.

38 family events across the Nashville area this weekend: 4 big outings (festivals, farms, shows and attractions), museum and garden programs, plus free library programs from Nashville and Williamson County. Use the filters to narrow it down.

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