MoSH STEAMFEST Days

HOST: Museum of Science and History

WHEN: Wednesday, October 16th, 9:30am-1:00pm
Thursday, October 17th, 9:30am-1:00pm
Friday, October 18th, 9:30am-1:00pm
Wednesday, October 23rd, 9:30am-1:00pm
Thursday, October 24th, 9:30am-1:00pm
Friday, October 25th, 9:30am-1:00pm

REGION: West Tennessee

WHERE: 3050 Central Avenue Memphis, TN. 38111

WHAT: School Groups will be able to participate in STEAM activities with community partners each day as well as visiting STEAM Discovery Carts throughout the museum.

AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families of all abilities

COST: Free with Museum Admission

WEBSITE: moshmemphis.org

Nashville Children's Theatre's Snuggery Performances of "The Wheels on the Bus"

HOST: Nashville Children's Theatre

WHEN: Saturday, October 12th, 9:30-10:30am and 11:30am-12:30pm
Sunday, October 13th, 9:30-10:30am and 11:30am-12:30pm
Friday, October 18th, 9:30-10:30am
Saturday, October 19th, 9:30-10:30am and 11:30am-12:30pm
Sunday, October 20th, 9:30-10:30am and 11:30am-12:30pm
Friday October 25th, 9:30-10:30am
Saturday, October 26th, 9:30-10:30am and 11:30am-12:30pm
Sunday, October 27th, 9:30-10:30am and 11:30am-12:30pm

REGION: Middle Tennessee

WHERE: 25 Middleton St. Nashville, TN 37210

WHAT: Get ready to go “up and down” on a remarkable ride! Bus Driver Bert is ready to take you all through a town full of colorful characters and comic conundrums in this interactive, immersive play for ages 0-5. Help navigate his route and sing along as the wipers swish, the horn beeps, and passengers move on back! For more information about the production, visit https://nashvillechildrenstheatre.org/production/wheels-on-the-bus/.
Reserve tickets at nashvillect.org or call the box office at 615-252-4675.

AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Families of all abilities

COST: All tickets: $17.50
Family 4-Pack: $60.00 ($15/each)
All pricing includes ticket fees.
Financial assistance is available at https://nashvillechildrenstheatre.org/financial-assistance/
Reserve tickets at nashvillect.org or call the box office at 615-252-4675.

WEBSITE: https://nashvillechildrenstheatre.org/production/wheels-on-the-bus/.

Take and Make: Design and Create an Instrument

HOST: Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

WHEN: Friday, October 11th - Sunday, October 27th, 9:00am-5:00pm

REGION: Middle Tennessee

WHERE: 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S. Nashville, TN 37203

WHAT: Imagine an instrument you would like to play. Does it have strings? Is it a percussion instrument? Join us in using commonly found objects to create new and amazing instruments of our own creation. Come dream big with us! Recommended for ages 5 and up, but all are welcome.
We will run this program every day of the STEAM Festival. The kits will be available in the Taylor Swift Education Center.

AUDIENCE: Children, Youth, Teens, Families of all abilities

COST: Included with museum admission

WEBSITE: www.countrymusichalloffame.org

STEAM Day at Nashville Zoo

HOST: Nashville Zoo

WHEN: Friday, October 18th, 10:00am-1:00pm

REGION: Middle Tennessee

WHERE: 3777 Nolensville Rd. Nashville, TN 37211

WHAT: Let's go on a learning expedition through the Zoo! Come join us from 10am-1pm. Hands-on activity stations and keeper talks will take place throughout the park.

AUDIENCE: All ages and abilities

COST: Event is included with zoo admission

WEBSITE: www.nashvillezoo.org

Little Shop of Horrors

HOST: Studio Tenn Theatre Company

WHEN: October 11th - 27th, 7:00-9:00pm

REGION: Middle Tennessee

WHERE: 230 Franklin Road Franklin TN 37064

WHAT: Studio Tenn’s 15th Season opens with this affectionate spoof on the 1960’s sci-fi movie about a twisted tale of botanical bloodlust. On the downtrodden streets of Skid Row, Seymour, a struggling floral assistant, becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a craving for fresh blood and world domination.
There is no formal pre-registration required but since Little Shop of Horrors is a ticketed event, we do require tickets to be purchased prior to show times.

AUDIENCE: Adults

COST: Superior price: $95, Premium price: $74, Classic price: $58

WEBSITE: www.studiotenn.org

STEAM Fridays at Etowah Carnegie Library

HOST: Etowah Carnegie Public Library

WHEN: Friday, October 11th, 3:30-4:30pm
Friday, October 18th 3:30 pm-4:30 pm
Friday, October 25th 3:30 pm-4:30 pm

REGION: East Tennessee

WHERE: 723 Ohio Avenue, Etowah, TN 37331

WHAT: Join us for three Fridays of after-school STEAM activities. Have a blast with STEAM crafts, learn about careers in STEAM, and meet local scientists!

AUDIENCE: Children, Youth, Teens, Families

COST: Free

WEBSITE: www.etowahlibrary.com

Interactive Science Experiments and Demonstrations at Wonderworks!

HOST: WONDERWORKS

WHEN: Friday, October 11, 3:30-5:00pm
Wednesday, October 16, 3:30-5:00pm
Friday, October 18, 3:30-5:00pm
Wednesday, October 23, 3:30-5:00pm
Friday, October 25, 3:30-5:00pm

REGION: East

WHERE: WonderWorks, 100 Music Rd, Pigeon Forge TN 37863

WHAT: WonderWorks is participating this year in the Tennessee STEAM Festival October 11-27 by offering a Lobby Learning series! Stop into our lobby for free and entertaining science demonstrations during the festival! Visit www.wonderworkstn.com for more information about WonderWorks Indoor Amusement Park – a great fit for all ages with over 100 interactive exhibits including bubble lab, 360 bikes, astronaut training challenge, XD motion-seat theater, ropes course, bed of nails and more!

AUDIENCE: All ages and abilities

COST: There is no charge for the Lobby Learning Series but if anyone would like to enter WonderWorks, regular admission rates would apply.
Adults (ages 13+) $33.99 plus tax, Children (ages 4-12) $25.99 plus tax, Ages 3 & under are free

WEBSITE: wonderworkstn.com

Nashville Ballet Premiere's Dia De Los Muertos

HOST: Nashville Ballet

WHEN: Friday, October 18th at 7:30pm
Saturday, October 19th at 11:00am, 2:00pm, and 7:30pm
Sunday, October 20th at 11:00am and 2:00pm.

REGION: Middle Tennessee

WHERE: 3630 Redmon St., Nashville, TN 37209

WHAT: Experience the vibrancy of Dia de Los Muertos with Nashville Ballet's unique performance, inspired by Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. Choreographed by NB2 Director Maria Konrad, this visual feast celebrates the life and death, family bonds, and our shared humanity. With dynamic pacing, the show ignites imaginations across all ages through vivid costumes, soul-stirring music, and sheer joy. Witness this world premiere that bridges Mexican traditions with Nashville's cultural landscape, promising an unforgettable journey into the heart of this beloved holiday.

AUDIENCE: All ages and abilities

COST: $35 per ticket

WEBSITE: www.nashvilleballet.com

Reelfoot Lake State Park Pelican Festival

HOST: Reelfoot Lake State Park

WHEN: Friday, October 18, 8:00am-4:00pm
Saturday, October 19th
Sunday, October 20th

REGION: West Tennessee

WHERE: 2595 State Route 21, East Tiptonville, TN. 38079

WHAT: Love to see bird migration? Come see the white pelicans using Reelfoot Lake for a rest stop!! VENDORS, PONTOON TOURS, ART AND PHOTO CONTEST, GUEST SPEAKER: BOB TARTER WITH EXOTIC ANIMALS!!

AUDIENCE: Children, Youth, Teens, Families, Adults, Seniors

COST: $20 SENIORS
$23.50 ADULTS FOR PONTOON TOUR.
Reservations are required. Register at https://tnstateparks.com/parks/reelfoot-lake OR call 731.253.9652

WEBSITE: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/reelfoot-lake

Ripley's Aquarium at Wears Valley Fall Festival

HOST: Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

WHEN: Friday, October 18, 10:00am-6:00pm
Saturday, October 19, 10:00-6:00pm
Sunday, October 20th, 10:00-4:00pm

REGION: East Tennessee

WHERE: 3179 Wears Valley Rd. Sevierville, TN 37862

WHAT: Join us at the Wears Valley Fall Festival for engaging STEAM games and activities! Explore unique hands-on activities at the booth and learn more about STEAM careers at Ripley’s!
Guests may walk up to the Ripley's booth in the Kids Zone of the Wears Valley Fall Festival to participate in our offerings. All activities at the Ripley's Aquarium booth is FREE of charge! The festival is open Friday and Saturday from 10-6 and Sunday from 10-4.

AUDIENCE: Children, Youth, Teens, Families of all abilities

COST: FREE at the booth, Wears Valley Fall Festival charges admission

WEBSITE: https://www.ripleys.com/attractions/ripleys-aquarium-of-the-smokies

Planetarium shows for all ages!

HOST: University of Memphis Lambuth M. D. Anderson Planetarium

WHEN: Friday, October 11th, 1:30pm and 3:45pm
Tuesday, October 15th, 5:30pm
Friday, October 18th, 1:30pm
Tuesday, October 22nd, 5:30pm
Friday, October 25th, 1:30pm
Saturday, October 26th, 9:30am

REGION: West Tennessee

WHERE: 299 Maple Street, Jackson, TN 38301

WHAT: Public shows Tuesdays at 5:30 and Fridays at 1:30 p.m. plus Kids' shows Friday, 10/11 at 3:45 and Saturday, 10/26 at 9:30 a.m.

AUDIENCE: All ages and abilities

COST: Free. Large groups should pre-register.

WEBSITE: https://www.memphis.edu/lambuth/newsevents/index.php
https://www.facebook.com/MDAndersonPlanetarium