It’s shaping up to be another full week (September 29–October 5) around Columbia and Spring Hill, with a mix of familiar playgroups, library programs, and drop-ins alongside some bigger fall traditions.
Maury County Public Library recently shared that its renovation closure will take place sometime in October, not on October 1 as originally announced. Programs may be cancelled, rescheduled, or relocated, so it’s best to double-check their social media before heading to a library event.
Several events are listed as “all ages” or “open to all.” Families are always welcome, but it’s worth keeping in mind the type, style, and length of each program when deciding if it will be a good fit for younger children.
This week also brings the addition of a few more events outside the usual 30-minute radius. The goal is to support nearby small-town businesses and community gatherings in places like Pulaski, Centerville, and Lewisburg, while still keeping the main focus close to home.
Here are a few events worth highlighting:
- Columbia Police Department CommUNITY Event (Tuesday)
A family-friendly evening to meet local officers, explore vehicles, and enjoy activities that build community connections. - Boo Buckets Workshop (Thursday)
Kids ages 4 and up can plant mums, pansies, and other fall blooms in a festive trick-or-treat bucket to take home. - First Friday (Friday)
Downtown Columbia comes alive with food trucks, late shopping, live music, and this month’s Team Jersey Night theme. - National Banana Pudding Festival (Saturday and Sunday)
A Southern tradition featuring pudding tastings, live music, vendors, and family-friendly activities in Centerville.
Scroll down or click on a day below for the full calendar with dates, times, costs, and links to help you plan.
Monday, September 29
🧸 Open Play Session
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia)
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $12 per child or Membership Package (Sign up here)
Description: Enjoy open-ended indoor and outdoor sensory play designed for kids around ages 1–5. Sessions include a variety of rotating sensory stations and plenty of space for free exploration. You’re welcome to stay and play as long as you like during your time slot. Advance sign-up is recommended to guarantee your spot, as some timeframes may fill up. If arriving after 10:30 AM, on-site ticket purchase is required due to the online cutoff.
🎉 Daytime Playtime (Lyles)
Location: Xplosion Cheer & Tumbling (7011 Patton Park Rd, Lyles, TN)
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Cost: $7 per child
Description: Designed for kids ages 6 and under, this open play session offers a variety of indoor fun. Little ones can enjoy dramatic play stations (doctor’s office, diner, nursery, vet clinic, kitchen), a toddler zone with soft toys and a ball pit, trampolines, a foam pit, and plenty of space to run and explore.
👶 Baby Time (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library – Multi-Purpose Room (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill)
Time: 9:30 to 10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Rhymes, songs, books, and plenty of bouncing that’s just right for your little one. This interactive weekly session is designed for children from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. A short playtime follows each storytime.
🐝 Baby Bees – Parent & Me Playgroup (Ages 6–12 Months)
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia)
Time: 10:00 to 11:00 AM
Cost: $20 per session (Sign up here)
Description: A purposeful playgroup designed for babies 6–12 months, Baby Bees supports early development through sensory-rich activities. Each session highlights a different developmental area and includes simple tips for encouraging gross motor, fine motor, sensory, and language growth at home. Sessions are led by Villages early intervention therapists, including OT, PT, and SLP.
📚 Family Storytime
Location: Maury County Public Library (211 W 8th St, Columbia)
Time: 10:00 to 10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Stories, songs, and rhymes for children and their caregivers in a fun, interactive environment that fosters a love of reading.
🎨 Messy Zone
Location: aMuse’um Children’s Museum (123 W 7th St #3213, Columbia)
Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: Included with play session ($12 per child; one adult free per paid child, additional adults $6). Free for members. (Reserve a spot)
Description: Hands-on messy fun that encourages artistic expression, fine motor skill development, and imaginative thinking. Kids will explore new textures and materials while building creativity in a playful, open-ended setting. This program is included with the regular 10:00–12:30 play session, so the $12 admission (non-members) covers the full playtime.
✂️ Crafternoon (Ages 5+)
Location: Maury County Public Library (211 W 8th St, Columbia)
Time: 4:30 to 5:30 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Explore a new artist each week and create artwork inspired by their style. This week’s theme: Space Travel.
Tuesday, September 30
👟 Stroller Workouts & Walks
Location: Riverwalk Park (102 Riverside Dr, Columbia)
Time: 9:00 to 10:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Hosted by Columbia Parks & Rec, this parent-and-child fitness meetup mixes light cardio, strength exercises, and a stroller walk. All fitness levels are welcome.
🧸 Open Play Session
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia)
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $12 per child or Membership Package (Sign up here)
Description: Enjoy open-ended indoor and outdoor sensory play designed for kids around ages 1–5. Sessions include a variety of rotating sensory stations and plenty of space for free exploration. You’re welcome to stay and play as long as you like during your time slot. Advance sign-up is recommended to guarantee your spot, as some timeframes may fill up. If arriving after 10:30 AM, on-site ticket purchase is required due to the online cutoff.
🎨 Art Play Drop-in (Spring Hill)
Location: TN Art Yard (5337 Main St, Spring Hill)
Time: 9:30 to 11:30 AM
Cost: $12.50 or part of art play pack (Sign up here)
Description: Open-ended art and sensory play for ages 2–10 with parent participation required. Kids can explore stations, make take-home projects, paint, and enjoy messy outdoor fun. TN Art Yard also offers preschool, homeschool, and afterschool programs, including a sensory play group for ages 18+ months.
🤸 Weekday Open Gym (Chapel Hill)
Location: Tennessee Extreme Allstars (132 Depot St, Chapel Hill)
Time: 10:00 to 11:30 AM
Cost: $5 per child (cash or Venmo only)
Description: Parents stay to supervise as kids enjoy free play in the gym. No pre-registration required.
📚 Story Time (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill)
Time: 10:00 to 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Children’s books, songs, finger-play, and a craft project. Runs weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
🧸 Toddler Storytime
Location: Maury County Public Library (211 W 8th St, Columbia)
Time: 10:00 to 10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: A lively storytime with songs, fingerplays, and movement for toddlers and their grown-ups, promoting early literacy and motor skills.
🔎 Wonder Station
Location: aMuse’um Children’s Museum (123 W 7th St #3213, Columbia)
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: Free for members; included with admission ($12 per child; one adult free per paid child, additional adults $6) (Reserve a spot)
Description: Wonder Station encourages kids to explore, question, and experiment. Each session introduces fun, hands-on science and problem-solving activities that spark curiosity and help children build observation and critical-thinking skills in a playful, low-pressure environment. This program is included with the regular 10:00–12:30 play session, so the $12 admission (non-members) covers the full playtime.
🧱 LEGO Club (Pulaski)
Location: Jenn’s Brick House (517 S 1st St, Pulaski, TN 38478)
Time: 2:00–6:00 PM
Cost: $10 per child
Description: Kids can explore thousands of LEGO bricks and specialty pieces at this open play club, where creativity runs the show. Drop in anytime during the session and there are no instructions or rules beyond safety. Parents and guardians must remain on-site, a quick waiver is required, and crashing builds isn’t allowed. It’s the perfect spot for kids to connect and let their imaginations soar.
🎨 After-School Art Break (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill)
Time: 3:30 to 5:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: A self-paced art activity using different materials each week. Designed for school-aged kids but open to all.
🧱 Lego Lab
Location: Maury County Public Library (211 W 8th St, Columbia)
Time: 4:30 to 5:30 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Weekly LEGO challenges that encourage creativity, engineering, and problem-solving. For ages 4 and up.
👮 Columbia Police Department CommUNITY Event
Location: Riverwalk Park (102 Riverside Dr, Columbia)
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Now in its 10th year, this annual community event hosted by the Columbia Police Department offers a family-friendly evening of fun and connection. Kids and families can meet local officers, explore police vehicles, and enjoy activities designed to build positive community relationships in a welcoming setting.
Wednesday, October 1
🍁 Fall Fun at Fernwood
Location: Fernwood Garden Center (1075 N James Campbell Blvd, Columbia)
Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Celebrate fall with four days (10/1–10/4) of family fun at Fernwood Garden Center. Enjoy a seasonal scavenger hunt, face painting, games, kiddie gift bags, and giveaways for adults including chances to win Fernwood gift cards. A festive, all-ages celebration in a locally loved setting.
🧸 Open Play Session
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia)
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $12 per child or Membership Package (Sign up here)
Description: Enjoy open-ended indoor and outdoor sensory play designed for kids around ages 1–5. Sessions include a variety of rotating sensory stations and plenty of space for free exploration. You’re welcome to stay and play as long as you like during your time slot. Advance sign-up is recommended to guarantee your spot, as some timeframes may fill up. If arriving after 10:30 AM, on-site ticket purchase is required due to the online cutoff.
🤸 Shining Light Gymnastics Open Play (Spring Hill)
Location: Shining Light Gymnastics (4008 Parkfield Loop N, Spring Hill)
Time: 9:00 to 10:00 AM (Sign up here)
Cost: $10 per single visit; multi-visit passes available for savings. Prices subject to change.
Description: Open play is designed for children ages 6 years and under. Parents are asked to stay with their children on the floor during the one-hour play session. A great way for little ones to move, explore, and burn energy in a safe environment.
🏃 Ninja Open Play (Spring Hill)
Location: Shining Light Gymnastics – Ninja Building (4008 Parkfield Loop N, Spring Hill)
Time: 9:00 to 10:00 AM (Sign up here)
Cost: $10 per single visit; multi-visit passes available for savings. Prices subject to change.
Description: Ninja Open Play takes place in the dedicated Ninja building and is open to ages 1–10. Pre-registration is required online, as spots are limited to just 20 participants. Kids can climb, jump, and challenge themselves while building confidence in a fun and active space.
🎨 Art Play Drop-in (Spring Hill)
Location: TN Art Yard (5337 Main St, Spring Hill)
Time: 9:30 to 11:30 AM
Cost: $12.50 or part of art play pack (Sign up here)
Description: Open-ended art and sensory play for ages 2–10 with parent participation required. Kids can explore stations, make take-home projects, paint, and enjoy messy outdoor fun. TN Art Yard also offers preschool, homeschool, and afterschool programs, including a sensory play group for ages 18+ months.
📚 Story Time (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill)
Time: 10:00 to 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Children’s books, songs, finger-play, and a craft project. Runs weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
📚 Storytime at Needle & Grain with Wild Keep Flowers
Location: Needle & Grain (802 S Main St, Columbia, TN)
Time: 10:30–11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Each storytime features a guest reader sharing a children’s book, followed by a hands-on craft inspired by the story. Parents receive 10% off in-store purchases during the event.
🤸 Open Gym
Location: Discovery Gymnastics (1943 Union Pl, Columbia)
Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $7 (Sign up here)
Description: Open play gymnastics for all ages. Must create an account to see details and register.
🧩 Tiny Builders Club (Pulaski)
Location: Jenn’s Brick House (517 S 1st St, Pulaski, TN 38478)
Time: 2:00–4:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: A free weekly playtime just for kids ages 0–6, Tiny Builders Club is designed with little hands in mind. Children can explore large DUPLO bricks in a safe, engaging space while parents join in the fun or connect with others. It’s a simple, creative outing that helps families bond and make memories together.
Thursday, October 2
🍁 Fall Fun at Fernwood
Location: Fernwood Garden Center (1075 N James Campbell Blvd, Columbia)
Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Celebrate fall with four days (10/1–10/4) of family fun at Fernwood Garden Center. Enjoy a seasonal scavenger hunt, face painting, games, kiddie gift bags, and giveaways for adults including chances to win Fernwood gift cards. A festive, all-ages celebration in a locally loved setting.
🧸 Open Play Session
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia)
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $12 per child or Membership Package (Sign up here)
Description: Enjoy open-ended indoor and outdoor sensory play designed for kids around ages 1–5. Sessions include a variety of rotating sensory stations and plenty of space for free exploration. You’re welcome to stay and play as long as you like during your time slot. Advance sign-up is recommended to guarantee your spot, as some timeframes may fill up. If arriving after 10:30 AM, on-site ticket purchase is required due to the online cutoff.
🤸 Open Gym
Location: Discovery Gymnastics (1943 Union Pl, Columbia)
Time: 9:00 to 10:00 AM
Cost: $7 (Sign up here)
Description: Open play gymnastics for all ages. Must create an account to see details and register.
🎨 Art Play Drop-in (Spring Hill)
Location: TN Art Yard (5337 Main St, Spring Hill)
Time: 9:30 to 11:30 AM
Cost: $12.50 or part of art play pack (Sign up here)
Description: Open-ended art and sensory play for ages 2–10 with parent participation required. Kids can explore stations, make take-home projects, paint, and enjoy messy outdoor fun. TN Art Yard also offers preschool, homeschool, and afterschool programs, including a sensory play group for ages 18+ months.
🎃 Boo Buckets – Workshop by Firefly Garden Club
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia, TN)
Time: 10:00–11:00 AM
Cost: $22 (Sign up here)
Description: Back for its third year, this popular fall workshop invites kids ages 4 and up to create a festive container garden using a trick-or-treat bucket. Each child will plant a mix of mums, pansies, and other seasonal favorites to bring home and enjoy as a cheerful fall decoration.
📚 Story Time (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill)
Time: 10:00 to 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Enjoy children’s books, songs, finger-play, and a craft project. Typically every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday unless there is a holiday or library closure.
👶 Baby Play Date
Location: Maury County Public Library (211 W 8th St, Columbia)
Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: A sensory-rich play session where parents and babies ages 0–18 months can meet, explore toys, and enjoy relaxed social time together. Note: The library is scheduled to close sometime in October for renovations. Follow their social media for updates, as this event may be rescheduled or canceled.
🔧 Tinker Time
Location: aMuse’um Children’s Museum (123 W 7th St #3213, Columbia)
Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: Free for members; included with admission ($12 per child; one adult free per paid child, additional adults $6) (Reserve a spot)
Description: Tinker Time gives kids the chance to design, build, and test their ideas through creative tinkering activities. These sessions build confidence, teamwork, and perseverance while encouraging children to think like engineers in a fun, hands-on way. This program is included with the regular 10:00–12:30 play session, so the $12 admission (non-members) covers the full playtime.
🩰 Ballet Class (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill, TN)
Time: 11:00–11:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: A gentle introduction to ballet where kids can learn basic positions and terminology in a fun, welcoming environment. Geared toward ages 3–6, but open to all children interested in dancing and movement.
Friday, October 3
🍁 Fall Fun at Fernwood
Location: Fernwood Garden Center (1075 N James Campbell Blvd, Columbia)
Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Celebrate fall with four days (10/1–10/4) of family fun at Fernwood Garden Center. Enjoy a seasonal scavenger hunt, face painting, games, kiddie gift bags, and giveaways for adults including chances to win Fernwood gift cards. A festive, all-ages celebration in a locally loved setting.
🧸 Open Play Session
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia)
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $12 per child or Membership Package (Sign up here)
Description: Enjoy open-ended indoor and outdoor sensory play designed for kids around ages 1–5. Sessions include a variety of rotating sensory stations and plenty of space for free exploration. You’re welcome to stay and play as long as you like during your time slot. Advance sign-up is recommended to guarantee your spot, as some timeframes may fill up. If arriving after 10:30 AM, on-site ticket purchase is required due to the online cutoff.
🎉 Daytime Playtime (Lyles)
Location: Xplosion Cheer & Tumbling (7011 Patton Park Rd, Lyles)
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Cost: $7 per child
Description: Designed for kids ages 6 and under, this open play session offers a variety of indoor fun. Little ones can enjoy dramatic play stations (doctor’s office, diner, nursery, vet clinic, kitchen), a toddler zone with soft toys and a ball pit, trampolines, a foam pit, and plenty of space to run and explore.
🎉 Blippi Pop-Up Party
Location: The Place (3011 Harrah Dr, Suite D, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 9:00 to 11:00 AM
Cost: $25 per child (Limited to 25 children per session)
Description: Celebrate with a Blippi-inspired party designed just for young kids and their families. Kids will enjoy bounce houses, a Blippi-themed bubble dome, a giant coloring wall, photo ops, and a dance party featuring Blippi himself. Blippi will spend a full hour at each session playing games and interacting with kids in this intimate, small-group setting. Parents do not need a separate ticket. Charcuterie boxes available for purchase.
🤸 Shining Light Gymnastics Open Play (Spring Hill)
Location: Shining Light Gymnastics (4008 Parkfield Loop N, Spring Hill)
Time: 9:00 to 10:00 AM & 10:30 to 11:30 AM (Sign up here)
Cost: $10 per single visit; multi-visit passes available for savings. Prices subject to change.
Description: Choose from two different time slots. Open play is designed for children ages 6 years and under. Parents are asked to stay with their children on the floor during the one-hour play session. A great way for little ones to move, explore, and burn energy in a safe environment.
🏃 Ninja Open Play (Spring Hill)
Location: Shining Light Gymnastics – Ninja Building (4008 Parkfield Loop N, Spring Hill)
Time: 9:00 – 10:00 AM & 10:30 – 11:30 AM (Sign up here)
Cost: $10 per single visit; multi-visit passes available for savings. Prices subject to change.
Description: Choose from two different time slots. Ninja Open Play takes place in the dedicated Ninja building and is open to ages 1–10. Pre-registration is required online, as spots are limited to just 20 participants. Kids can climb, jump, and challenge themselves while building confidence in a fun and active space. Note: Open play is also available from 12:30 – 1:30 PM in the Ninja Gym and is open to ALL ages.
🧱 Homeschool LEGO Club (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill)
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: A monthly LEGO building session especially for homeschoolers, but open to all.
🎉 Blippi Pop-Up Party
Location: The Place (3011 Harrah Dr, Suite D, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Cost: $25 per child (Limited to 25 children per session)
Description: Celebrate with a Blippi-inspired party designed just for young kids and their families. Kids will enjoy bounce houses, a Blippi-themed bubble dome, a giant coloring wall, photo ops, and a dance party featuring Blippi himself. Blippi will spend a full hour at each session playing games and interacting with kids in this intimate, small-group setting. Parents do not need a separate ticket. Charcuterie boxes available for purchase.
🏈 Columbia Main Street First Fridays – Team Jersey Night
Location: Downtown Columbia
Time: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Celebrate community spirit at October’s First Fridays with a “Team Jersey Night” theme. Wear your favorite team colors, enjoy food trucks, shop downtown businesses open late, and join fellow fans in the fun.
🎶 Strolling on Sixth Block Party
Location: 100 W 6th St, Columbia
Time: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Hosted by Maury Alliance, Title Associates of Columbia, and RE/MAX Encore, this family-friendly block party offers live music by Classic Vinyl, food trucks, sweet treats, giveaways, and games. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a night of music and community during First Fridays.
Saturday, October 4
🥞 Lewisburg Lions Club Octoberfest (Lewisburg)
Time: 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: Rock Creek Park (101 Old Farmington Rd, Lewisburg, TN 37091)
Cost: Not specified
Description: Celebrate the 34th year of this community event with a pancake and sausage breakfast fundraiser, live music, car show, crafts, and games for all ages.
🍁 Fall Fun at Fernwood
Location: Fernwood Garden Center (1075 N James Campbell Blvd, Columbia)
Time: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Celebrate fall with four days (10/1–10/4) of family fun at Fernwood Garden Center. Enjoy a seasonal scavenger hunt, face painting, games, kiddie gift bags, and giveaways for adults including chances to win Fernwood gift cards. A festive, all-ages celebration in a locally loved setting.
🥕 Columbia Farmers’ Fresh Market
Location: Riverwalk Park (102 Riverside Dr, Columbia)
Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: Free entry
Description: Shop for fresh local produce and artisan goods while enjoying a relaxed, community-focused atmosphere along the river. It’s a great Saturday morning outing with plenty of space to stroll, snack, and support local farmers. Can’t make it on the weekend? A smaller group of vendors also sets up on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, perfect for a quieter midweek visit.
🐦 Hummingbird Hollow Farm Market
Location: Hummingbird Hollow Farm (1722 B Dodson Rd, Columbia)
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Cost: Free entry; $5 wristband for kids activities
Description: Spend your weekend at this charming year-round market on a 16-acre farm just outside Spring Hill. Each week, Hummingbird Hollow Farm Market brings together local vendors, fresh-baked treats from Autumn’s Bakery & Donuts, and rotating seasonal fun for the whole family. Enjoy shopping, kids’ games, and special themed weekends with holiday and harvest activities. Whether you’re picking pumpkins in the fall, visiting for Christmas trees in winter, or sampling farm-fresh goodies any time of year, it’s a perfect spot for a relaxed family outing.
🍌 National Banana Pudding Festival (Centerville)
Time: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Location: Ag Pavilion (1 Atys Way, Centerville, TN 37033)
Cost: $10 adults / $5 kids at gate; $10 extra for Puddin’ Path tasting (Buy tickets)
Description: Sample banana pudding recipes, enjoy live music, a pudding cook-off, games, and vendors. Free shuttle parking available; $20 on-site parking.
🛠️ Home Depot Kids Workshop – Haunted House Candy Box
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Home Depot (5411 Columbia Pike, Spring Hill)
Cost: Free (Sign up here)
Description: Kids can build and decorate a haunted house candy box to take home. Supplies are limited; arrive early. Recommended for ages 5–12, but younger kids can participate with a parent’s help.
🍼 Crawlers & Cruisers Playgroup
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia)
Time: 9:30–10:30 AM
Cost: $20 per session (Sign up here)
Description: A playgroup for babies who are crawling or beginning to walk. Recommended for infants at least 4–6 months old who are comfortable with tummy time.
👶 Baby Time (Spring Hill)
Time: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill)
Cost: Free
Description: Rhymes, songs, and books for ages 0–2 with caregiver. Ends with a short playtime. Held in the Multi-Purpose Room.
🥧 Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice Pie Festival (Lawrenceburg)
Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: 933 Turnpike, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Cost: Free admission
Description: Family-friendly fall event with food trucks, live music, face painting, vendors, and a pumpkin pie contest. Hosted by Henryville Community Club.
👑 Miss Maury County Fall Fest Pageant
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: Central High School (921 Lion Pkwy, Columbia)
Cost: $10 (13+), $5 (6-12), Free (5 & under)
Description: Pageant for all ages from babies to adults. Contestants wear Sunday Best or formal attire depending on age. Winners represent the Fall Festival.
🥕 Hidden Gem Farmers Market (Spring Hill)
Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: 863 Old Military Rd, Spring Hill, TN 37174
Cost: Free
Description: Weekly farmers market with local produce, food trucks, vendors, and activities. This week features young entrepreneurs selling kid-made goods.
🎶 Meat & Mingle Fall Festival at Brick Church Meats (Pulaski)
Location: 3865 Blackburn Hollow Rd, Pulaski, TN 38478
Time: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Cost: Free entry
Description: A full day of family fun with live music by Shelby Lee Lowe, local vendors, and plenty of activities for kids. Little ones can enjoy the bounce house, corn pit, and cow drop game, while parents browse booths and grab delicious food served all day. It’s a laid-back fall festival with something for everyone.
🎭 OLIVER! (The Musical)
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Packard Playhouse, 614 N Main St, Columbia, TN 38401
Cost: See ticket options online
Description: Family-friendly performance of Oliver! with local talent and kids from the Conservatory of Annie Moses. A great introduction to live theater for kids who can sit through a full-length show.
🎸 Pickin’ in the Park (Spring Hill)
Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Harvey Park, 4001 Miles Johnson Pkwy, Spring Hill, TN 37174
Cost: Free
Description: Enjoy live music in the park, food, and a special car raffle. Bring a blanket or chair and relax while kids enjoy the playground.
Sunday, October 5
🐦 Hummingbird Hollow Farm Market
Location: Hummingbird Hollow Farm (1722 B Dodson Rd, Columbia)
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Cost: Free entry; $5 wristband for kids activities
Description: Spend your weekend at this charming year-round market on a 16-acre farm just outside Spring Hill. Each week, Hummingbird Hollow Farm Market brings together local vendors, fresh-baked treats from Autumn’s Bakery & Donuts, and rotating seasonal fun for the whole family. Enjoy shopping, kids’ games, and special themed weekends with holiday and harvest activities. Whether you’re picking pumpkins in the fall, visiting for Christmas trees in winter, or sampling farm-fresh goodies any time of year, it’s a perfect spot for a relaxed family outing.
🍌 National Banana Pudding Festival (Centerville)
Time: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: Ag Pavilion (1 Atys Way, Centerville, TN 37033)
Cost: $10 adults / $5 kids at gate; $10 extra for Puddin’ Path tasting (Buy tickets)
Description: Sample banana pudding recipes, enjoy live music, a pudding cook-off, games, and vendors. Free shuttle parking available; $20 on-site parking.
🎃 Boo Buckets – Workshop by Firefly Garden Club
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia, TN)
Time: 2:00–3:00 PM
Cost: $22 (Sign up here)
Description: Back for its third year, this popular fall workshop invites kids ages 4 and up to create a festive container garden using a trick-or-treat bucket. Each child will plant a mix of mums, pansies, and other seasonal favorites to bring home and enjoy as a cheerful fall decoration.
🐴 Barnyard Bash Community Event (Hohenwald)
Location: Horse Plus Humane Society (600 Charles McClearan Rd, Hohenwald)
Time: 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Cost: Free admission (donations appreciated)
Description: Kick off the Fall in Love Adoption Event with a fun-filled afternoon of inflatables, face painting, cornhole, and sweet treats like cotton candy, popcorn, and snow cones. The first 100 guests receive a free snow cone. A great way to meet adoptable animals and support a local cause.
🎭 OLIVER! (The Musical)
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Packard Playhouse, 614 N Main St, Columbia, TN 38401
Cost: See ticket options online
Description: Family-friendly performance of Oliver! with local talent and kids from the Conservatory of Annie Moses. A great introduction to live theater for kids who can sit through a full-length show.
That’s the roundup for the week ahead. With big events like the CommUNITY night, Boo Buckets, First Friday, and the Banana Pudding Festival alongside plenty of smaller playgroups and drop-ins, there’s something for every pace and mood. Hopefully this helps you find a few outings that fit your family’s schedule and season.
As always, check with each location for the latest details, since schedules and prices can sometimes change. And if you know of an event I haven’t included, send it my way so I can share it with other families too.
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