HOST: Beaman Park Nature Center
WHEN: Friday, October 11th, 1:00-2:30pm
REGION: Middle Tennessee
WHERE: 5911 Old Hickory Blvd, Ashland City, TN 37015
WHAT: Start a journal recording what you see, hear, feel and smell in the autumn woods. Bring your own journal or begin one with us. Leader: Zach Knight
AUDIENCE: Ages 6+
COST: Free
HOST: Tennessee Theatre
WHEN: Sunday, October 13th, 11:30am-1:00pm
REGION: East Tennessee
WHERE: 604 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902
WHAT: Join us from 11:30am to 1:30pm for cartoons and an open house with some of your favorite PBS characters! This free event kicks off the spooky season with episodes of some of your favorite PBS Kids specials, celebrating STEAM. Plus, there will be costumed characters here for plenty of fun photo opportunities and a chance to show off your own costumes! The Theatre will be open to the public for self-guided tours during this time and popcorn and soda will be available for purchase. (The stage and dressing room areas will not be accessible as part of the tour.) Hope to see you there!
AUDIENCE: Children, Families, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST: Free
WEBSITE: www.tennesseetheatre.com
HOST: Adventure Science Center
WHEN: Saturday. October 26th and Sunday, October 27th, 9:00am-5:00pm
REGION: Middle Tennessee
WHERE: 800 Fort Negley Blvd Nashville, TN 37203
WHAT: Celebrate Halloweekend at the Science Center! Trick-or-treat through exhibits, decorate your own treat bag, and explore spooky science activities. Don’t miss the 'Boo' Bubbles and our Fright Light Laser Show with lasers, stars, and Halloween hits. Costumes encouraged for a fun, family-friendly experience!
AUDIENCE: All ages and abilities
COST: Adults (13+) - $22
Youth (2-12) - $18
WEBSITE: adventuresci.org
HOST: Creative Discovery Musuem
WHEN: Saturday, October 26th, 11:00am-2:00pm
REGION: East Tennessee
WHERE: 321 Chestnut Street Chattanooga, TN 37402
WHAT: Join us for Picture Perfect Chemistry—a day of fascinating experiments and colorful reactions! Dive into the world of chemistry where science meets creativity. Whether you're making vibrant photos or watching reactions unfold, this is a day of discovery and fun for all ages!
AUDIENCE: Children, Families
COST: Included with museum admission.
WEBSITE: cdmfun.org
HOST: Creative Discovery Museum
WHEN: Thursday, October 24th, 2:30-4:00pm
Sunday, October 27th, 2:30-4:00pm
REGION: East Tennessee
WHERE: 321 Chestnut Street Chattanooga, TN 37402
WHAT: Makers will navigate the ins and outs of sewing machines as they create their own puppets in this workshop that's SEW much fun!
Register through this link: https://cdmfun.courses.veevartapp.com/courses/family-learning-steam-workshop
AUDIENCE: Children, Families
COST: $25 per project for members/$30 non-members
WEBSITE: cdmfun.org
HOST: Creative Discovery Museum
WHEN: Sunday, October 20th, 11:00am-4:00pm
REGION: East Tennessee
WHERE: 1826 Reggie White Boulevard Chattanooga, TN 37408
WHAT: Chattanooga Market at First Tennessee Pavilion
AUDIENCE: Children, Families
COST: Free
WEBSITE: cdmfun.org
HOST: Creative Discovery Museum
WHEN: Sunday, October 20th, 11:00am-4:00pm
REGION: East Tennessee
WHERE: 321 Chestnut Street Chattanooga, TN 37402
WHAT: Harpist Marissa Purnell will be our Musician-in-Residence on October 20 and 27 from 11-4.
AUDIENCE: Children, Families
COST: Included with museum admission.
WEBSITE: cdmfun.org
HOST: Creative Discovery Museum
WHEN: Thursday, October 17th, 1:00-3:00pm
REGION: East Tennessee
WHERE: 321 Chestnut Street Chattanooga, TN 37402
WHAT: Grace Episcopal Quilters will be on-site quilting in the Weaving and Textile room from 1-3. This is an opportunity for guests to see the art of quilting in action.
AUDIENCE: Children', Families
COST: Included with museum admission.
WEBSITE: cdmfun.org
HOST: Creative Discovery Museum
WHEN: Saturday, October 12th, 1:00-3:00pm
REGION: East Tenneessee
WHERE: 321 Chestnut Street Chattanooga, TN 37402
WHAT: Creative Discovery Museum will partner with Hip Hop Cha to present an interactive arts
event on Saturday, October 12 from 1 until 3. This program is recommended for all ages.
AUDIENCE: Children, Families
COST: Included with museum admission.
WEBSITE: cdmfun.org
HOST: Lucius E. & Elsie C. Burch, Jr. Library
WHEN: Wednesday, October 16th, 5:00-6:30pm
REGION: West Tennessee
WHERE: 501 Poplar View Parkway, Collierville, TN 38017
WHAT: Test your creativity and AI art skills in this fun challenge with other teens! For ages 13 to 18. Registration begins October 2 at https://collierville.libnet.info/events
AUDIENCE: Youth, Teens
COST: Free
WEBSITE: colliervilletn.gov/library
HOST: The Parthenon
WHEN: Sunday, October 20th, 10:00-11:00am
REGION: Middle Tennessee
WHERE: Virtual - Zoom
WHAT: Join the Parthenon for a virtual talk in honor of International Archeology Day, about the intersection of science, archaeology and anthropology, by Dr. Kaitlyn Stiles. Dr. Stiles is an archaeologist, osteologist and anthropologist who has done research in Greece, Poland, Egypt and the United States.
Pre-registration required here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GwcLqYTgTc-3mWwwipI9yg#/registration
Link also available on the Parthenon event calendar
AUDIENCE: Adults
COST: Free
WEBSITE: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com/
HOST: The Parthenon
WHEN: Saturday, October 19th, 9:00am-12:00pm
REGION: Middle Tennessee
WHERE: Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203
WHAT: International Archaeology Day & the TN STEAM Festival will feature family-friendly STEAM activities that highlight science and archaeology. Museum visitors can earn an “Official Archaeologist of the Nashville Parthenon” sticker.
Activities include “Ask an Archaeologist,” with Dr. Kaitlyn Stiles, an osteologist and forensic anthropologist; a gold leafing demonstration with the experts who helped gild Athena; and more.
Sponsored by the Archaeological Institute of America-Nashville Society, Centennial Park Conservancy and Metro Nashville Parks and Recreation.
AUDIENCE: All ages and abilities
COST: Admission is free to AIA-Nashville Society members; and free to employees of Metro Nashville Parks and Recreation; admission is discounted for visitors mentioning International Archaeology Day.
WEBSITE: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com/
HOST: The Parthenon
WHEN: Thursday, October 17th, 4:00-6:00pm
Thursday, October 24th, 4:00-6:00pm
Friday, October 25th, 2:00-4:00pm
REGION: Middle Tennessee
WHERE: Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave. Nashville, TN 37203
WHAT: This is a rare opportunity to draw from casts of the Parthenon Marbles. Artists around the world have worked from these sculptures -- and now you can, too! Beginning artists welcome! All materials are provided thanks to Jerry’s Artarama: clipboards, paper, pencils, etc.
AUDIENCE: Recommended for ages 12-adult.
COST: Free for Centennial Park Conservancy members or free with the price of admission for non-members.
WEBSITE: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com/
HOST: The Parthenon
WHEN: Wednesday, October 16th, 10:00-10:30am
Wednesday, October 23rd, 10:00-10:30am
REGION: Middle Tennessee
WHERE: Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave. Nashville, TN 37203
WHAT: See Centennial Park as you never have before, in this guided, outdoor tour that will help you picture the 1897 Tennessee Centennial Exposition. Discover the stories of lost statues and buildings that once stood in the park as part of a six-month celebration of Tennessee’s 100th year of statehood.
This is an outdoor walking tour subject to cancellation due to poor weather. It includes walking on paved and unpaved surfaces.
AUDIENCE: All ages and abilities
COST: Free and open to the public.
WEBSITE: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com
HOST: The Parthenon
WHEN: Saturday, October 12th, 3:00-3:45pm
Tuesday, October 15th, 3:00-3:45pm
Wednesday, October 16th, 1:00-1:45pm
Saturday, October 19th, 3:00-3:45pm
Wednesday, October 23rd, 1:00-1:45pm
Saturday, October 26th, 3:00-3:45pm
REGION: Middle Tennessee
WHERE: Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave. Nashville, TN 37203
WHAT: Learn about the original construction of the Parthenon in Athens, Greece, and explore 2,500 years of architectural history as the structure transitioned from Greek temple to Christian church to Ottoman mosque.
This is an outdoor and indoor walking tour subject to cancellation due to poor weather. It includes walking on paved and unpaved surfaces, with an option to climb steps or remain on level ground. The indoor portion of the tour is accessible with ramps and an elevator.
AUDIENCE: All ages and abilities
COST: Tours are free for Centennial Park Conservancy members or free with the price of admission for non-members.
WEBSITE: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com
HOST: The Parthenon
WHEN: Friday, October 11th, 1:00-1:30pm
Friday, October 18th, 3:00-3:30pm
Tuesday, October 22nd, 3:00-3:30pm
REGION: Middle Tennessee
WHERE: Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave. Nashville, TN 37203
WHAT: Explore art and history alongside our museum experts, including our permanent exhibition of American art, temporary exhibitions, and the interior re-creation of the ancient Parthenon.
AUDIENCE: All ages and abilities
COST: Free for Centennial Park members or free with the price of museum admission for non-members
WEBSITE: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com/
HOST: The Parthenon
WHEN: Daily from Friday, October 11th - Sunday, October 27th, 1:00-1:30pm
REGION: Middle Tennessee
WHERE: Centennial Park, 2500 West End Ave. Nashville, TN 37203
WHAT: Museum experts offer daily programs open to visitors of all ages. On weekdays during regular museum hours, one of our rotating daily programs will take place from 1:00-1:30 PM. Participation is included with museum admission. Art Cart Programs include Ancient Olympics (new!), AIA-Nashville Society Polychromy at the Parthenon, Cowan Challenge, Which Greek God is it Anyway?, and Ask an Expert.
AUDIENCE: Families
COST: Free for Centennial Park members or free with the price of museum admission for non-members
WEBSITE: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com/
HOST: Hands On! Discovery Center
WHEN: Thursday, October 24th, 4:30-7:30pm
REGION: East Tennessee
WHERE: 1212 Suncrest Drive, Gray, TN 37615
WHAT: Join us for our spook-tacular, but not too scary, evening of fun and science! Hands On! is hosting its annual Halloween event, BOO!SEUM which will include experiments, candy, arts and crafts, games, and exploration time in the museum! Stop by anytime between 4:30 and 7:30, however the event ends promptly at 7:30pm. Be sure to wear your most festive costume and bring your own trick-or-treat bag! Stay tuned to our website and social media for more details. Visithandson.org
(***Contains small parts and food allergens. While supplies last.)
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth, Teens, Families, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST:
• FREE for ages 0-3
• $5 for members ages 4+ (must have current membership card/membership app and photo ID) (includes event and exhibit play)
• $11 per person for non-members ages 4+ (includes event and exhibit play)
• $2 Tesla Experience tickets for members and non-members
WEBSITE: visithandson.org
HOST: Hands On! Discovery Center
WHEN: Friday, October 11th - Sunday, October 27th, 10:00am-5:00pm
This runs daily with programs announced periodically each day.
REGION: East Tennessee
WHERE: 1212 Suncrest Drive, Gray, TN 37615
WHAT: We are stirring up something gloppy, goopy, and spooky in the lab for Halloween. Learn about the perplexing properties of polymers and make your own atomic glowing silly putty to take home. Discovery Lab programs announced periodically throughout each day. FREE with general paid admission.
AUDIENCE: All ages and abilities
COST: FREE with paid general admission
WEBSITE: visithandson.org
HOST: Hands On! Discovery Center
WHEN: Saturday, October 12th, 10:00am-2:00pm
REGION: East Tennessee
WHERE: 1212 Suncrest Drive, Gray, TN 37615
WHAT: Stop by anytime between 10am to 2pm for a showcase that’s all about STEAM-Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. Explore a variety of interactive and fun opportunities for curious minds of all ages. The focus is to introduce our visitors to what STEM/STEAM exactly is as well as early workforce development and career path cultivation. Organizations from across the region will be on-site showcasing their expertise. FREE with general paid admission. Stay tuned to our social media or our website at visithandson.org for more details.
AUDIENCE: All ages and abilities
COST: FREE with paid general admission
WEBSITE: visithandson.org