Family-Friendly Things to Do During the Holidays in Middle Tennessee

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photo courtesy of Gaylord Opryland

We’ve put together a list of holiday activities all across Middle Tennessee that you can enjoy with your entire family. These are great options if you have family or friends visiting the Nashville area.

Country Music Hall of Fame

photo courtesy of Country Music Hall of Fame

Photo by Jim Wood
222 5th Avenue South, Nashville

Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and see the current exhibits for Luke Combs and more.

Learn more about the Country Music Hall of Fame here.

Opryland Hotel & Resort

photo courtesy of Gaylord Opryland

photo courtesy of Gaylord Opryland

2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville

Opryland Hotel transforms into a winter wonderland during the Holiday season. Tour the hotel for free and see the over 2 million twinkling lights across the property. Other activities to enjoy while visiting the property include the ICE exhibit featuring the Polar Express, Arctic Plunge Snow Tubing and Ice Skating, a horse carriage ride around the property and so much more.

Visit their website for more information here. 

Springfield’s Winter Wonderland

December 7 – 23, 5:30pm – 9pm each night

Every year, friends and neighbors join to celebrate Springfield’s Winter Wonderland. Last year the tradition continued with over 38,000 visitors attending drive-thru and walkable experiences. Admission is free and open to the public.

The City of Springfield’s Winter Wonderland creates lasting memories as hundreds experience the captivating display of thousands of lights and more than a dozen holiday scenes.

DATE & TIME
Open nightly December 7-23, 2024
5:30-9:00 PM

Walk-thru & Activity Nights: December 7, 14, 21

LOCATION
J. Travis Price Park, 4155 Wilks Road

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities at Winter Wonderland, contact Ragan Hogan at 615-382-1655.

RSVP to the Facebook event to receive event reminders.

 Franktown Festival of Lights

Franktown Festival of Lights
photo from Franktown Festival of Lights

4215 Long Lane, Franklin

Located at the Williamson County Ag Center, Franktown Festival of Lights offers daily viewings of the light spectacle from 5 pm -9 pm. The $34.69 per car admission helps support Franktown Open Hearts, a local organization serving inner-city youth and their families. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the gate.

Find tickets at www.FranktownLights.com.

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 Adventure Science Center

Adventure Science Center
photo by Jim Wood

800 Fort Negley Boulevard, Nashville

This is a great timeto explore at the Adventure Science Center with its 44,000 square feet of hands-on experiences. It is a unique space where the self-guided process of trying things out, seeing what happens, reflecting and evaluating, and trying again is celebrated. It’s project-based learning at its best.

Learn more about their latest exhibits and activities on their website. 

Holidays at The Hermitage

Andrew Jackson's Hermitage
photo from Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage

4580 Rachels Lane, Hermitage

Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage offers a look at the former President’s home. The Mansion Tour includes an interpreter-led tour, access to the grounds, and a discounted wine tasting in the tasting room.

Visit the website for the full schedule of events here. 

Loveless Cafe

Loveless Cafe
photo from Loveless Cafe

8400 Highway 100, Nashville

Grab a biscuit and spend the day at the Loveless Cafe. After you have finished your meal, head over to the Country Market where you will find fresh jams and ham to take home.

 

Winterfest at Fountains at Gateway

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1500 Medical Center Parkway, Murfreesboro

The annual Winterfest at Fountains at Gateway brings outdoor ice skating and holiday activities to Murfreesboro from now through January 3.

For more information, visit our website at www.fountainswinterfest.com.

Cheekwood Holiday Lights

Holiday LIGHTS 2023
Courtesy of Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

5 pm – 8 pm

Cheekwood Botanical Gardens, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville

You can see one million lights as you walk through the gardens. See Santa, visit the marketplace, and make s’mores. It’s a Nashville tradition you don’t want to miss. The holiday lights display will be open all season.

Find more information here. 

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