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Farm Brunch and Barnyard Friends - Friends of Mill Ridge Park

Join us on Saturday, August 29th at 10am for brunch and a morning of fun at the farm at Mill Ridge Park. Explore the property, enjoy family-friendly activities, and learn about exciting upcoming plans for the barn renovation. We’ll be joined by Fabled Farm Rescue and Sanctuary, who will bring farm animals for visitors of all ages to meet and interact with.
Dates: 
08/29/2026
10am
Location: 
12944 Old Hickory Blvd., Antioch, TN 37013
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FoodieLand Food Festival - NASHVILLE

Experience FoodieLand: a nationwide food festival filled with 200+ vendors with global flavors, artisan shops, games, and live music! FoodieLand is the nation's largest food festival producer, uniting local talent, small businesses, and global flavors in one vibrant experience. More than just a festival, FoodieLand is a gathering place where friends and families come together to celebrate community through food, culture, and unforgettable moments. Get your tickets now to experience new flavors like never before. See you there!
Dates: 
08/28/2026
08/29/2026
08/30/2026
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Location: 
Nashville Superspeedway (400 Victory Ln Dr, Lebanon, TN 37090)
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2026 Wilson County Fair - TN State Fair

Experience the 2026 Wilson County – Tennessee State Fair August 13-22, 2026! 10 days of Family Fun and Entertainment! There’s so much to see and do that you can’t see it all in one visit! Thrilling rides, food, concerts, tractor pulls, monster trucks, pageants, livestock shows, Fiddlers Grove Historic Village, Pick Tennessee Experience, Travel TN and so much more! Exhibits such as fine arts, photography, stained glass, quilts, and more. Farm and exotic animal exhibits, educational shows, poultry and rabbit shows, antique car show, school exhibits, commercial exhibits, kids’ night and entertainment on 15 stages. Visit wilsoncountytnstatefair.com for tickets and details or call (615)443-2626.
Dates: 
08/16/2026
08/17/2026
08/18/2026
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Location: 
Wilson County Tennessee State Fair, 945 East Baddour Parkway, Lebanon, TN 37087, United States
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Fall Mile Long Yard Sale Excursion Train

Come ride on a restored classic streamlined stainless steel passenger train to the biggest yard sale in Middle Tennessee! Enjoy the fall scenery on the 90-mile round trip to one of Tennessee’s most popular multi-yard sales. There will be treasures of all kinds! Don’t forget to visit the local restaurants for lunch and shop the stores around the square. Order your tickets soon as this trip sells out quickly!
Dates: 
10/03/2026
Boarding at 8:00 AM / Departure At 9:00 AM
Location: 
Tennessee Central Railway Museum, 220 Willow Street, Nashville, TN 37210, United States
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Takeover Tuesdays! - Discovery Center at Murfree Spring

Summer evenings just got a whole lot more fun! Every Tuesday this summer, Discovery Center is yours to explore. Dive into our hands-on exhibits, spark your curiosity, and make memories that will last all summer long. It’s the perfect way to wind down the week with the whole family!
Dates: 
08/18/2026
09/01/2026
4 – 7 p.m.
Location: 
Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, 502 SE Broad St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, United States
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The Parthenon MNPS STEAM Night- Hydro Heroes

It's time for a family field trip to the Parthenon for MNPS STEAM Night: Hydro Heroes! Have you ever wondered how the sciences and arts mix? Join us for an exciting evening of water-themed STEAM activities at The Parthenon that connect to our collections. Come learn about Poseidon, hear from Gretchen Judkins and Megan Fuqua from Metro Water Services, and more water-themed fun! This event is from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM. This event is FREE for Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) students, staff, and faculty— and their entire families! Simply inform museum staff you are a MNPS family for free admission to STEAM Night. If you are not a part of MNPS, this event is included with the price of admission.
Dates: 
08/27/2026
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: 
Nashville Parthenon, 2500 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203, United States
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John Deere Touch A Tractor at Breeden's Orchard

Get up close with real John Deere tractors and farm equipment at this one-day-only event! Kids can climb aboard, explore, and experience farm life like never before. Admission to the orchard is completely free with your RSVP, so after tractor time, enjoy everything Breeden's has to offer—from delicious food and sweet treats to family activities and time on the farm. RSVPs are required and tractor access is limited, so reserve your free spot today before they're gone.
Dates: 
09/05/2026
9am–9pm
Location: 
Breeden's Orchard, 631 Beckwith Rd, Mount Juliet, TN 37122, United States
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Storytelling Festival

Join us for the 2nd annual Storytelling Festival. Visit local authors to purchase signed copies of their works along with other local vendors. Grab lunch onsite to enjoy as you sit back and listen to the storytellers weave their tales. This will be a family-friendly event, and admission is just $10 for adults and $5 for kids. Feel free to bring a picnic, a blanket, and lawn chairs. With fantastic authors, entertaining storytellers, and a great crowd to cheer them on, maybe a star will be born! Come see us on August 22nd at the Historic Sam Davis Home.
Dates: 
08/22/2026
10:00 AM 4:00 PM
Location: 
1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna, TN 37167, United States
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