A MOM REPORTER OUTING Disney Animation Immersive Experience

Littles will want to jump up to enjoy bubbles and sparkles.

By Rebecca Bright

If a dream is a wish your heart makes, then the Disney Animation Immersive Experience is a dream imagined with a trillion pixels and a larger-than-life montage of the best parts and songs of Disney.

There is much to see including a gigantic blow-up Mickey Mouse (that my toddler referenced hours after seeing it), a gift shop and a museum-like area showing how Disney films are made. In addition, there are tables where older kids can give illustrating Disney-style a try — especially those interested in graphic design. It gives a small peek into what it takes to make iconic Disney characters come to life.

The best part, through the eyes of my 2 year old, are the light-up wristbands (an add-on) that are functional as a flashlight and fun as a personal strobe light that illuminates to match projected scenes. In addition, a few times during the experience the ceiling opens to bring forth a cascade of bubbles. This got the smallest of patrons laughing with glee and jumping up to pop and catch the shiny treasures.

The show may be best suited for elementary-aged children and older ones as some of the younger kids will have trouble sitting still. However, if you decide to take the whole family and have Littles, encourage them to move and dance during the show. I was delighted when my daughter got up for the bubbles or to grab at sparkly lights.

Help socialize your baby in a fun, friendly and safe environment at Leiper’s Fork Public Library (5333 Old Highway 96, Franklin) from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

FREE EXPLORE WITH A NATURALIST

See Saturday, March 4.

SEC MEN’S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

See Wednesday. March 8.

DINOTREK OPENS AT NASHVILLE ZOO nashvillezoo.org

Journey back in time and come faceto-face with 20 new Jurassic beasts along a hidden path at Nashville Zoo (3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville) from March 10 - July 30. Cost is $4.

FAMILY PROGRAM: ALPHA-BLOX countrymusichalloffame.org

Little ones should become part of the music around them, reacting to fluttery butterflies, sizable snakes and favorite characters they recognize. Others watching quietly from one spot seemed unbothered by younger viewers who couldn’t sit still.

GOOD TO KNOW:

• There is plenty of free parking in the garage behind the venue.

• You can keep your light-up wristband or leave it to be recycled.

• Beware overpriced concessions

• For tickets and more information, go to lighthouseimmersive.com/nashville

Rebecca Bright is a teacher, mom and one of Nashville Parent’s Mom Reporters.

Glow In The Park

See Friday, March 3.

In this workshop, participants will learn about positive and negative space, mirror image and color layering by arranging a typeface called Alpha-Blox at Country Music Hall of Fame (222 Rep. John Lewis Way South, Nashville) from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Educator-artists from Hatch Show Print will be on hand to lend guidance. Included with museum admission; free to members.

Disney Animation Immersive Experience

See Thursday, March 2.

nashvilleparent.com

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER BY CIRCLE PLAYERS

615-332-7529 circleplayers.net

The Tony-winning play upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan boy becomes the legendary Peter Pan. The show is performed live by Circle Players at The Z. Alexander Looby Theater (92301 Rosa L Parks Blvd., Nashville). Performances happen March 10 - 26, on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Rated PG. Cost is $20 - $25.

CLUE: ON STAGE AT CENTER FOR THE ARTS

615-904-2787 boroarts.org/2023-season

Based on the iconic 1985 movie inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a farce-meets-murder mystery coming to the Center for the Arts (110 W College St., Murfreesboro). Performances are March 10 - 26 on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. at Adults are $18; children are $14. Rated PG.

CANDLELIGHT: SCI-FI AND FANTASY SCORES

What could be better than a string quartet playing Sci-Fi hits such as Star Wars; Lord of the Rings; and Harry Potter inside The Parthenon (2500 West End Ave., Nashville)? There are two performances under the gentle glow of candlelight at 7 and 9 p.m. Tickets start at $45. For ages 10 and older.

Sat 11

NASHVILLE ST. PADDY’S

HALF MARATHON AND 5K

224-757-5425

Get your green on and start training to chase rainbows and leprechauns at Two Rivers Park (3150 McGavock Pike, Nashville). There will be finisher medals, shamrock cookies and more starting at 8:30 a.m. Registration fee is $24.99 - $59.99.

FREE AESOP’S FABLES

NPL PUPPET SHOW

See Friday, March 10.

GALLATIN SHAMROCK RUN

615-452-4000

Join for the 18th running of the Gallatin Shamrock Run 5K and 10K through Historic Downtown Gallatin (146 N Water Ave., Gallatin). This primarily flat course is great for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Wear your best St. Patrick’s Day gear! The 10K starts at 7:15 a.m. and the 5K starts at 7:30 a.m. Cost is $35 - 45.

SPECIAL KIDS RACE

615-893-4892

The 12th Annual Special Kids Race will feature a 1-mile fun run, 5K, 10K and 15K going through Murfreesboro Medical Clinic, Gateway Island and Stones River National Battlefield (1272 Garrison Drive, Murfreesboro). Proceeds from the race will support Special Kids Therapy and Nursing Center. Starts at 7 a.m. Registration is $30.

DISNEY ANIMATION IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

See Thursday, March 2.

CHEEKWOOD IN BLOOM

615-356-8000 cheekwood.org

Cheekwood’s 11th annual spring celebration runs March 11 - April 9 with 250,000 tulips, daffodils and spring blooming bulbs. Celebrate the changing season with five weekends of family activities, adult workshops and programs, special performances and plenty of natural inspiration. Cost is $20 - $29 for adults; $13 - $22 for ages 3-17; members get in free.

SEC MEN’S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

See Wednesday. March 8.

FREE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS AT WILDERNESS STATION

See Saturday, March 4.

FREE PARNASSUS BOOKS

STORY TIME

See Saturday, March 4.

FREE RAPTOR DAY AT THE WILDERNESS STATION

615-217-3017 dthomas@murfreesborotn.gov

Murder Mystery Excursion

TRAIN

Enjoy a train ride on a restored classic streamlined stainless steel passenger train at Tennessee Central Railway Museum (220 Willow Street, Nashville). During this 90-mile round trip, enjoy a short progressive murder mystery play performed right in your car during the trip to and from Watertown. Ride boards at 11:30 a.m. and departs at 12:30 p.m. The train arrives back in Nashville at 8:30 p.m. Cost is $30 for children under 12, adult coach and dining seats are $60.

DROP-IN KIDS ART CLASSES

See Saturday, March 4.

FREE EXPLORE WITH A NATURALIST

See Saturday, March 4.

COUNTY SUMNER IRISH FESTIVAL

Celebrate Irish heritage with the family with entertainment, food, shopping and more at Bledsoe’s Fort Historical Park (2895 Hartsville Pike, Castalian Springs). In addition, there will be guided hikes, storytelling, craft beer, historic house tours, food trucks, shopping vendors, kids activities, a costume contest and more from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cost is $10 per vehicle.

FREE NASHVILLE OPERA ON TOUR: LITTLE RED’S MOST UNUSUAL DAY

615-832-5242 nashvilleopera.org

See this free performance for children and families with full sets and costumes. Happens at 2 p.m at Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Rd., Brentwood). Little Red’s Most Unusual Day by John Davies is a family-friendly 40-minute production sung in English and set to music from operas by Rossini and Offenbach.

FREE NATIVE BEE FARMING

615-862-5862 warnerparks.org

Learn how to become a native bee farmer with gentle and easy-to-raise hive-less bees, how bees can boost pollination in the garden and how gardeners can create an environment that helps sustain native bee populations in the area. Program happens at the Warner Park Nature Center (7311 Highway 100, Nashville) from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

NASHVILLE SPORTS CARDS & COLLECTIBLES SHOW

See Friday, March 10.

Explore the fascinating world of raptors with live demonstrations of various birds of prey. Fun activities planned for all from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at The Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Rd., Murfreesboro). No registration required.

FREE KIDSVILLE AT THE PARTHENON kidsvilleonline.org

Come out to the Parthenon (2500 West End Avenue, Nashville) to explore common myths and legends of lucky coins from around the world, then design your own coin. Programs last from 11 - 11:45 a.m. and are located upstairs in Parthenon’s Naos room that houses Athena, unless otherwise noted.

LANE MOTOR VAULT TOURS

See Saturday, March 4.

PARENTS NIGHT OUT AT SUMMIT SPORTS CENTER

See Saturday, March 4.

FREE READ WITH SHILOH 615-371-0090 brentwood-tn.libcal.com

Children ages 5 - 12 can improve literacy skills by reading with Shiloh the therapy dog for 20 minutes between 12 and 2 p.m. at Brentwood Library (8109 Concord Road, Brentwood). Sign up for your time slot today!

CELTIC RHYTHMS ON FIRE wcpactn.com

An energetic fusion of live Irish dance, music and song at Williamson County Performing Arts Center (112 Everbright Ave., Franklin). The show features the more traditional elements such as the jig, reel and hornpipe. In addition, it explores more progressive styles of Irish dance and music. Tickets are $18.50 for seniors (65 and over), children 312, $20 for adults and teens.

CLUE: ON STAGE AT CENTER FOR THE ARTS

See Friday, March 10.

JUNIE B. JONES THE MUSICAL JR. IN WOODBURY

See Saturday, March 4.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER BY CIRCLE PLAYERS

See Friday, March 10.

NASHVILLE SC HOME GAMES NashvilleSC.com

GEODIS Park is the home for 17 regular season soccer matches as Nashville SC enters its fourth year in Major League Soccer. Children 3 years or older require a ticket to attend matches. Game starts at 7:30 p.m.

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GLOW IN THE PARK

See Friday, March 3.

Sun 12

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (MURFREESBORO)

See Sunday, March 5.

CHEEKWOOD IN BLOOM

See Saturday, March 11.

COW CUDDLING AT THE GENTLE BARN

See Sunday, March 5.

DISNEY ANIMATION IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

See Thursday, March 2.

FAMILY PROGRAM: HIP HATS countrymusichalloffame.org

Using hats on view throughout the museum as inspiration, aspiring young designers can make and decorate their own paper hats from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Country Music Hall of Fame (222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville). Included with museum admission; Free to museum members.

LANE MOTOR VAULT TOURS

See Saturday, March 4.

LITTLE LEAPERS

See Sunday, March 5.

NASHVILLE SPORTS CARDS & COLLECTIBLES SHOW

See Friday, March 10.

FREE PLAZA MARIACHI FLEA MARKET

See Sunday, March 5.

ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PLAYHOUSE brooklynbowl.com

Head out to Brooklyn Bowl Nashville (925 3rd Ave. N., Nashville, TN 37201) for a family-friendly concert that allows kids to move, play and sing! At this show, kids will be introduced to the rock classics of “The Beatles.” The events offer games, movement, stories and an opportunity to rock out for children ages 10 and younger. The fun starts at 12 p.m. and costs $15.

SEC MEN’S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

See Wednesday. March 8.

FREE LEGO BUILDING FUN

See Sunday, March 5.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER BY CIRCLE PLAYERS

See Friday, March 10.

CELTIC RHYTHMS ON FIRE

See Saturday, March 11.

CLUE: ON STAGE AT CENTER FOR THE ARTS

See Friday, March 10.

Mon 13

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (NE NASHVILLE)

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE MONDAY NPL STORY TIMES

See Monday, March 6.

SPARK! AT DISCOVERY CENTER explorethedc.org/spark

Come out to Discovery Center (502 SE Broad St., Murfreesboro) for this program for children ages 1 - 6 and their caregivers to enjoy hands-on exploratory STEAM learning and play from 9 - 11 a.m. Enjoy music and motion, stories, guided activities and more! Cost is $4 plus admission ($8).

FREE STORY TIME AT THE TEC

See Monday, March 6.

FREE SNAKE FEEDING AT WILDERNESS STATION

See Monday, March 6.

Tue 14

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (NE NASHVILLE)

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE TUESDAY NPL STORY TIMES

See Tuesday, March 7.

FREE WISHING CHAIR PUPPET SHOWS

See Tuesday, March 7.

SPARK! AT DISCOVERY CENTER

See Monday, March 13.

FREE STORY TIME AT LINEBAUGH

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE PRE-SCHOOL STORY TIME AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY

See Wednesday, March 1.

CHEEKWOOD IN BLOOM

See Saturday, March 11.

NASHVILLE PREDATORS HOCKEY nhl.com/predators

See the Preds play at their home ice at Bridgestone Arena (501 Broadway, Nashville). Game starts at 7 p.m.

FREE READ WITH BISCUIT BASICS AT NPL

See Tuesday, March 7.

CELTIC JOURNEY WITH NASHVILLE SYMPHONY 615-687-6400 nashvillesymphony.org

Take a trip to the Emerald Isle at this musical extravaganza celebrating all things Irish with your Nashville Symphony. Your guide for the evening is Irish raconteur Tomáseen Foley, who will bring Ireland’s rich history vividly to life through story and song. Happens at Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Pl., Nashville) at 7:30 p.m. and tickets start at $30.

Wed 15

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (NE NASHVILLE)

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE WEDNESDAY NPL STORY TIMES

See Wednesday, March 1.

ANDREW JACKSON’S 256TH BIRTHDAY

615-889-2941 thehermitage.com

Make plans to celebrate President Andrew Jackson’s 256th birthday with half-price Grounds Passes for the day at The Hermitage (4580 Rachel’s Lane, Hermitage). The party from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. includes children’s activities, gallery talks, the annual presidential wreath-laying ceremony with the Tennessee National Guard at the President’s Tomb and a keynote address from John Cooper. Cost is $9.50 for adults, $6 for youth 5 - 12 and children 4 and under are free.

CHEEKWOOD IN BLOOM

See Saturday, March 11.

FREE STORY TIME AT LINEBAUGH

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE PRE-SCHOOL STORY TIME AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY

See Wednesday, March 1.

WILD THINGS AT THE WILDERNESS STATION

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE WILD WEDNESDAY AT SOAC

See Wednesday, March 1.

TURTLE TALK AT DISCOVERY CENTER

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE NEW BEGINNINGS HEALTH AND FITNESS CLASS FOR WOMEN

See Wednesday, March 1.

Thu 16

FREE ITTY BITTY STORY TIME AT LINEBAUGH

See Thursday, March 2.

FREE HIKE WITH A NATURALIST AT THE WILDERNESS STATION

See Thursday, March 2.

TODDLER ADVENTURES AT CANNONSBURGH

615-801-2606 mbnevills@murfreesborotn.gov

Get some outside time with us during a visit to Cannonsburgh Village (312 S Front St., Murfreesboro) from 10 - 11 a.m. Kids will enjoy a “Green” scavenger hunt, fun playtime and a story. Cost is $3 per person. For ages 5 and under. Must register.

CAMPFIRE STORY TIME AT DISCOVERY CENTER

See Thursday, March 2.

FREE DOWNTOWN YOGA

See Thursday, March 2.

DISNEY ANIMATION IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

See Thursday, March 2.

FREE CRAFTERNOON AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY

See Thursday, March 2.

EARLY LEARNERS AT SOAC

See Thursday, March 2.

FREE GIRLS WHO CODE CLUB AT LINEBAUGH

See Thursday, March 2.

SEC MEN’S BASKETBALL

TOURNAMENT

See Wednesday. March 8.

HOODS UP! AT LANE MOTOR MUSEUM

615-742-7445 lanemotormuseum.org

Visit the Lane Motor Museum (702 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville) to take a look under the hoods of museum cars. Happens March 16 - 27, Thursdays thru Mondays from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Cost is $12 adults; $3 for youths aged 6 - 17; children under 5 free.

NASHVILLE PREDATORS HOCKEY nhl.com/predators

See the Preds play at their home ice at Bridgestone Arena (501 Broadway, Nashville). Game starts at 7 p.m.

FREE TINKER TEC 615-225-8312 rclstn.org

This STEAM-inspired kids group features a hands-on activity to engage and educate the whole family. Happens select Thursdays from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. at the Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Dr., Murfreesboro). Recommended ages 6 & up.

FREE ALL ACCESS NIGHT AT DISCOVERY CENTER mpurcell@explorethedc.org explorethedc.org

All Access Nights are a time for special-needs families to enjoy the exhibits at the Discovery Center (502 Southeast Broad St., Murfreesboro) in a sensory-friendly environment from 5 - 8 p.m. Reservations are suggested.

YOUNG PEOPLE’S CHOIR OF MURFREESBORO

See Thursday, March 2.

Fri 17

FREE AESOP’S FABLES NPL PUPPET SHOW

See Friday, March 10.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (COOL SPRINGS)

See Friday, March 3.

DISNEY ANIMATION IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

See Thursday, March 2.

HOODS UP! AT LANE MOTOR MUSEUM

See Thursday, March 16.

FREE SEARCHING FOR WEE FOLK ON ST. PATRICK’S DAY wpnc.nashville.gov

Will you be you’ll be lucky in green this St. Patrick’s Day? Head to Warner Park Nature Center (7311 Highway 100, Nashville) to help search for Wee Folk in the forest from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Wee Folk are the tiniest of matter: mosses, lichens, mushrooms and wildflowers.

FAMILY PROGRAM: HIP HATS

See Sunday, March 12.

TURTLE TALK AT DISCOVERY CENTER

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE MUSIC CITY IRISH FEST musiccityirishfest.com

The Music City Irish Fest returns to the Grand Ole Opry Plaza (2804 Opryland Dr., Nashville) March 17 - 18. This event includes food, drinks, dancing, shopping and more. There will be performances featuring special Irish guests at the Grand Ole Opry on both evenings. Tickets are free but tickets to the Grand Ole Opry performances vary from $45 - $425.

GLOW IN THE PARK

See Friday, March 3.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER BY CIRCLE PLAYERS

See Friday, March 10.

CLUE: ON STAGE AT CENTER FOR THE ARTS

See Friday, March 10.

RATATOUILLE IN CONCERT

615-687-6400 nashvillesymphony.org

Experience the Disney and Pixar Academy Award-winning film in highdefinition on the big screen while the Nashville Symphony performs composer Michael Giacchino’s score at Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Pl., Nashville). Shows are March 17 - 18 at 7 p.m. and March 19 at 2 p.m. Tickets start at $30.

Sat 18

FREE AESOP’S FABLES NPL PUPPET SHOW

See Friday, March 10.

WILDFLOWER HIKES AT OWL’S HILL

615-370-4672 owlshill.org

The wildflowers are blooming: Spring is here! Enjoy all the colors this season offers and hike the trails at Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Rd S., Brentwood) from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Registration required and cost is $15. For teens and adults only.

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CHEEKWOOD IN BLOOM

See Saturday, March 11.

FREE LEGO CLUB AT LINEBAUGH

615-893-4131 x114 rclstn.org

Join other enthusiasts for an openended LEGO maker-space and see what you can create from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St., Murfreesboro).

HOODS UP! AT LANE MOTOR MUSEUM

See Thursday, March 16.

STORYBOOK DECOUPAGE WITH WCPR

See Saturday, March 4.

FREE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS AT WILDERNESS STATION

See Saturday, March 4.

DISNEY ANIMATION IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

See Thursday, March 2.

DROP-IN KIDS ART CLASSES

See Saturday, March 4.

FREE EXPLORE WITH A NATURALIST

See Saturday, March 4.

FREE ROCKING RHYTHMS AT WILLIAMSON CO. LIBRARY

615-595-1244 wcpltn.org

Come join at Williamson County Public Library (1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin) for a half-hour of stories, songs, and activities from 10 - 10:30 a.m. Keep rhythm with percussion instruments. Rocking Rhythms is for children ages 3 - 5 and their caregivers.

FREE NASHVILLE OPERA ON TOUR: LITTLE RED’S MOST UNUSUAL DAY

615-832-5242 nashvilleopera.org

See this free performance for children and families with full sets and costumes. Happens at 11 a.m. at Nashville Public Library North Branch (1001 Monroe St., Nashville) and then 3 p.m. at The Discovery Center (502 SE Broad St., Murfreesboro).

FREE PARNASSUS BOOKS

STORY TIME

See Saturday, March 4.

FREE KIDSVILLE AT THE PARTHENON kidsvilleonline.org

Come out to the Parthenon (2500 West End Avenue, Nashville) to hear the Greek myth of Hestia and the surprise found inside the Parthenon statue representing the goddess of the hearth, then make art inspired by this surprise. Program lasts from 11 - 11:45 a.m. and are located upstairs in Parthenon’s Naos room that houses Athena, unless otherwise noted.

FREE MUSIC CITY IRISH FEST

See Friday, March 10.

NASHVILLE PREDATORS HOCKEY nhl.com/predators

See the Preds play at their home ice at Bridgestone Arena (501 Broadway, Nashville). Game starts at 1 p.m.

FREE READING PAWS BELLEVUE

615-862-5854 library.nashville.org

Kids ages 5 - 12 are welcome to come and read to a furry friend at Nashville Public Library Bellevue Branch (720 Baugh Rd., Nashville) at 1:30 p.m. Bring your own book or choose one at the library. Call to register.

GLOW IN THE PARK

See Friday, March 3.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER BY CIRCLE PLAYERS

See Friday, March 10.

CLUE: ON STAGE AT CENTER FOR THE ARTS

See Friday, March 10.

SHAMROCK AND ROLL AT SOAC townofsmyrna.org

Join for an evening of karaoke and holiday-themed snacks at a familyfriendly St. Patrick’s Day celebration from 6 - 8 p.m. at Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E, Smyrna). Cost is $2.

RATATOUILLE IN CONCERT

See Friday, March 17.

BEGINNER ARCHERY AT THE WILDERNESS STATION

615-217-3017 dthomas@murfreesborotn.gov

Join the Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro) for a beginner’s archery lesson from 1 - 3:30 p.m. They will go over the parts of the bow, technique and then get to opportunity to shoot.

Registration is required and cost is $10 For ages 10+.

Sun 19

FAMILY PROGRAM: BOOT SCOOTIN’ COWBOY BOOTS countrymusichalloffame.org

Inspired by fashionable footwear featured in the museum galleries, young designers will create boot patterns to reflect their own personalities from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Country Music Hall of Fame (222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville). Included with museum admission; free to members.

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (MURFREESBORO)

See Sunday, March 5.

COW CUDDLING AT THE GENTLE BARN

See Sunday, March 5.

CHEEKWOOD IN BLOOM

See Saturday, March 11.

TPAC’S 2023-24 SEASON REVEAL

HCA/TRISTAR HEALTH BROADWAY AT TPAC:

WICKED - OCT. 11 - 29, 2023

MRS. DOUBTFIRE - NOV. 7 - 12, 2023

FUNNY GIRL - JAN. 2 - 7, 2024

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY - JAN. 30FEB. 4, 2024

THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL - FEB. 13 - 18, 2024

BEETLEJUICE - MARCH 12 - 17, 2024

DISNEY’S FROZEN - MAY 7 - 18, 2024

HAIRSPRAY - JUNE 11 - 16, 2024

SPECIAL ADD-ON PRESENTATIONS:

THE CHER SHOW - JAN.19 - 20, 2024

ANNIE - MARCH 27 - 30, 2024

DISNEY ANIMATION IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

See Thursday, March 2.

LITTLE LEAPERS

See Sunday, March 5.

FREE PLAZA MARIACHI FLEA MARKET

See Sunday, March 5.

ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PLAYHOUSE brooklynbowl.com

Head out to Brooklyn Bowl Nashville (925 3rd Ave. N., Nashville, TN 37201) for a family-friendly concert that allows kids to move, play and sing! At this show, kids will be introduced to the rock classics of “Bruce Springsteen.” The fun starts at 12 p.m. Cost is $15.

HOODS UP! AT LANE MOTOR MUSEUM

See Thursday, March 16.

NICK CANNON’S NEXT SUPERSTAR TOUR 2023 nashvilleauditorium.com

Nick Cannon’s hitting the road for the rising stars of music’s next generation at Nashville Municipal Auditorium (417 4th Ave. N, Nashville). Starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $46.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER BY CIRCLE PLAYERS

See Friday, March 10.

RATATOUILLE IN CONCERT

See Friday, March 17.

CLUE: ON STAGE AT CENTER FOR THE ARTS

See Friday, March 10.

Mon 20

FREE MONDAY NPL STORY TIMES

See Monday, March 6.

FREE STORY TIME AT THE TEC

See Monday, March 6.

FREE SNAKE FEEDING AT WILDERNESS STATION

See Monday, March 6.

HOODS UP! AT LANE MOTOR MUSEUM

See Thursday, March 16.

FREE INTRODUCTION TO MARTIAL ARTS CLASS

615-224-3851 theharvestconcept.com

Have a kid interested in trying out martial arts? See your child find their inner strength at The Harvest Concept (313 Independence Square, Franklin) from 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. This event is for ages 3 - 13.

FREE READING PAWS AT LINEBAUGH

See Monday, March 6.

SCHOLASTIC CHESS CLUB BRENTWOOD

See Monday, March 6.

Tue 21

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (NE NASHVILLE)

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE TUESDAY NPL STORY TIMES

See Tuesday, March 7.

FREE WISHING CHAIR PUPPET SHOWS

See Tuesday, March 7.

FREE STORY TIME AT LINEBAUGH

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE TINY TEC

See Tuesday, March 7.

FREE PRE-SCHOOL STORY TIME AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY

See Wednesday, March 1.

CHEEKWOOD IN BLOOM

See Saturday, March 11.

BEGINNER ARCHERY AT THE WILDERNESS STATION

See Saturday, March 18.

FREE HAIRCUTS AT NPL

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE MIME AND THEATRE BASICS AT NPL

See Tuesday, March 7.

FREE READ WITH BISCUIT BASICS AT NPL

See Tuesday, March 7.

AIN’T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS

615-782-4040 tpac.org

Come see the Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Performances are March 21 - 26 at TPAC’s Jackson Hall (505 Deaderick St., Nashville). Tickets starting at $35.

Wed 22

JUMPAROO TODDLER TIME (NE NASHVILLE)

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE WEDNESDAY NPL STORY TIMES

See Wednesday, March 1.

KNEE-HIGH NATURALISTS

615-370-4672 owlshill.org

Young children ages 3 - 5 years old (with an adult) will explore the natural world at Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary (545 Beech Creek Road, Brentwood) on Wednesdays from 10 - 11:30 a.m. $110 includes admission for one adult + child to all six sessions.

FREE STORY TIME AT LINEBAUGH

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE PRE-SCHOOL STORY TIME AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE BRENTWOOD LEGO CLUB

JR. AND LEGO CLUB

See Wednesday, March 1.

CHEEKWOOD IN BLOOM

See Saturday, March 11.

WILD THINGS AT THE WILDERNESS STATION

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE WILD WEDNESDAY AT SOAC

See Wednesday, March 1.

TURTLE TALK AT DISCOVERY CENTER

See Wednesday, March 1.

FREE NEW BEGINNINGS HEALTH AND FITNESS CLASS FOR WOMEN

See Wednesday, March 1.

AIN’T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS AT TPAC

See Tuesday, March 21.

Thu 23

FREE ITTY BITTY STORY TIME AT LINEBAUGH

See Thursday, March 2.

FREE HIKE WITH A NATURALIST AT THE WILDERNESS STATION

See Thursday, March 2.

CAMPFIRE STORY TIME AT DISCOVERY CENTER

See Thursday, March 2.

CHEEKWOOD IN BLOOM

See Saturday, March 11.

FREE DOWNTOWN YOGA

See Thursday, March 2.

DISNEY ANIMATION IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

See Thursday, March 2.

FREE CRAFTERNOON AT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY

See Thursday, March 2.

EARLY LEARNERS AT SOAC

See Thursday, March 2.

FREE GIRLS WHO CODE CLUB AT LINEBAUGH

See Thursday, March 2.

HOODS UP! AT LANE MOTOR MUSEUM

See Thursday, March 16.

AIN’T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS AT TPAC

See Tuesday, March 21.

YOUNG PEOPLE’S CHOIR OF MURFREESBORO

See Thursday, March 2.

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