This week’s guide includes a day-by-day look at family and kids activities around Columbia and Spring Hill, with a mix of drop-in events, special programs, and a few opportunities that are worth planning ahead for. Whether you are looking for something simple to break up the day or a reason to get out of the house, there is a good variety of options across different ages and interests.
Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and many schools will be out. Libraries and some businesses will be closed for the holiday. If you have school-aged kids and need day camp or drop-off options, the PNO calendar is the best place to see what is available locally.
If daycare is closed and you can work remotely, there are a couple of options to consider. Maddy’s Playhouse co-working pods allow parents to work while their children play nearby in a supervised setting. Muletown Kids Casual Drop-Off Daycare is also open on Monday and offers flexible drop-off care for children ages 1–12.
A few events to note this week:
- MLK Day of Service at Freedom Reigns Ranch (Monday) is a meaningful option for families with older kids who want to talk about service and give back together.
- Toddler Tales & Trails in College Grove (Wednesday) is a great outdoor story time option. I have heard great things about this program, especially for families in the Spring Hill and College Grove area. It runs rain or shine, with activities moved indoors if needed.
- Story Time at Needle & Grain with Columbia Power & Water (Wednesday) continues this week. This is a bi-weekly story time, and the next schedule should be posted soon.
- Auditions for Aladdin Jr for Ages 5–18 (Thursday) include guided instruction and are a fun opportunity for kids interested in theater.
- Birds of Prey in Chapel Hill (Friday) is a short, educational program featuring live birds and is a solid option for families who enjoy nature programs.
- Mom & Me Cinnamon Roll Morning for Ages 3+ (Saturday) has only a few spots left and offers a cozy, hands-on way to spend time together.
- Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella with MCAG (Friday through Sunday) runs all weekend and is a great fit for school-aged kids who enjoy live theater.
As the week unfolds, January can be a good reminder that it is okay to slow things down a bit. After the holidays and the rush of routines, this season invites us to step out of constant go-go-go and be more intentional with our time. That might mean choosing fewer activities, lingering a little longer at home, or saying yes to something that helps you really be present with your kids. There is no right pace, just the one that works for your family.
I hope this guide helps make the week ahead feel easier to plan. Scroll down or click on a day below to see the full calendar with times, locations, costs, and links to help you decide what fits best.
Monday, January 19th
Since it’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day and many kids are out of school, there are three drop-off program options for ages 3 and up. Full potty-training is required for all of them. Full details can be found here.
👑 Superheroes & Princesses Open Play for Ages ≈1–5
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia, TN 38401)
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 feature rotating sensory stations, and you are welcome to stay and play as long as you like. Choose from two time blocks. 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 online cutoff.
🤖 Demolition Robotics Camp for Ages 7–12 (Spring Hill)
Location: Longview Recreation Center (2909 Commonwealth Dr, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $55 per participant (Sign up here)
Description: Hands-on robotics workshop where kids build and operate demolition-style robots using motors, gears, sensors, and controllers. Participants learn basic engineering concepts while safely demolishing structures in a controlled environment. No prior robotics experience is required.
🦖 Hatchlings Mommy & Me for Infants w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 9:45 AM to 10:15 AM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A mommy-and-me class designed for mothers and their infants, focused on bonding and gentle full-body movement with an emphasis on low core and pelvic floor activation.
🤍 MLK Day of Service Community Volunteer Day (RSVP Required)
Location: Freedom Reigns Ranch )2080 Arthur Hardison Rd, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Community volunteer day in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day with service project opportunities for all ages and skill levels. Volunteer shifts are available from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Rain or shine. RSVP is required by emailing volunteering@freedomreignsranch.com.
🎨 Messy Zone Mondays: Ooey Gooey Oobleck
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: Hands on messy fun that encourages artistic expression, fine motor skill development, and imaginative thinking. Kids 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.
🦖 Bronto-Squats for Ages 2–5 w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A movement-based class for kids ages 2–5 that supports gross motor development, balance, and foundational movement skills.
🦕 Stego-Stomp for Ages 2–5 w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 2:15 PM to 2:45 PM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A movement-focused class for kids ages 2–5 where parents participate alongside their children. Music is incorporated to guide active play and movement, with an emphasis on physical engagement rather than music instruction.
Tuesday, January 20th
👶 Baby Open Play Session for Pre-Walkers
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $12 per session (Sign up here)
Description: Baby play sessions take place in the Villages Clubhouse Baby Room, designed exclusively for pre-walking infants. The space includes tummy time mats, climbing blocks, mirrors, and open-ended toys, along with seasonally themed sensory activities and occasional visits from pediatric therapists.
👑 Superheroes & Princesses Open Play for Ages ≈1–5
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia, TN 38401)
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 feature rotating sensory stations, and you are welcome to stay and play as long as you like. Choose from two time blocks. 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 online cutoff.
🎨 Art Play Drop-in for ages 2-10 (Spring Hill)
Location: TN Art Yard (5337 Main St, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM (Sign up here)
Cost: $12.50 per child or included with an Art Play Pack
Description: Open-ended art and sensory play designed for kids ages 2–10, with parent participation required. Children can explore creative stations, make take-home projects, paint, and enjoy messy outdoor play. TN Art Yard also offers preschool, homeschool, and afterschool programs, including a sensory play group for ages 18+ months that typically runs in four-week sessions.
👟 Stroller Workouts and Toddler Hangouts
Location: Macedonia Recreation Center (501 Armstrong St, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM
Cost: Free
Description: A parent-and-child fitness meetup hosted by Columbia Parks and Recreation that combines light cardio, strength exercises, and a group stroller walk. During colder months, the group meets indoors at the Macedonia Rec Center with access to the gym for walking and workouts. Big bouncy balls and Duplo blocks are available for kids, and families are welcome to bring additional toys. All fitness levels are welcome.
🦕 Minisaurus Mommy & Me for Toddlers w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 9:45 AM to 10:15 AM or 3:15 PM to 3:45 PM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A mommy-and-me fitness class designed as a workout for mothers, with exercises that incorporate holding or interacting with your toddler while you move.
📚 Story Time (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Enjoy children’s books, songs, finger-play, and a craft project. Story time is typically held every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday unless there is a holiday or library closure.
🔎Wonder Station – Make it Rain
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: 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.
🦖 Dino-Flex for Ages 3–5 w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A weekday class for kids ages 3–5 focusing on flexibility, mobility, and movement through structured activities.
🦖 Bronto-Squats for Ages 2–5 w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 2:15 PM to 2:45 PM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A movement-based class for kids ages 2–5 that supports gross motor development, balance, and foundational movement skills.
🎨 After School Art Break (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Drop by the multi-purpose room for a relaxing, self-paced art activity using different materials each week. Designed for school-aged kids but open to all. No sign-up required. The focus is on creativity, not the final product.
🐶 K9 Book Buddies 15-Minute Sessions – Registration Required (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 3:30 PM to 4:45 PM
Cost: Free
Description: This one-on-one reading program pairs children with certified therapy dogs for a calm, supportive reading experience. Each participant receives a 15-minute session to read aloud to a dog in a nonjudgmental setting. Open to readers of all ages and skill levels. Families should bring their own book. Participants are limited to one session per month.
🎉 Bingo Night
Location: Chick-fil-A Columbia (605 S James Campbell Blvd, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Join Chick-fil-A Columbia for a family-friendly bingo night. This in-store event is a relaxed evening option for families looking to do something simple together after dinner.
Wednesday, January 21st
👑 Superheroes & Princesses Open Play for Ages ≈1–5
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia, TN 38401)
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 feature rotating sensory stations, and you are welcome to stay and play as long as you like. Choose from two time blocks. 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 online cutoff.
📖 Agathos Story Time for Ages 3–5
Location: Agathos Classical School (1201 Mapleash Ave, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Story time for children ages 3 to 5 to attend with an adult. Siblings are welcome.
🤸 Open Play Wednesday Main Gym & Ninja Gym for Ages 1–10 (Spring Hill)
Location: Shining Light Gymnastics (4008 Parkfield Loop N, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cost: $10 per child (Sign up here)
Description: Open play is available in both the main gym and the ninja gym. The main gym is designed for children ages 6 and under, while the ninja gym is open to children ages 1–10. Parents are asked to stay with their children on the gym floor during the session. Payment is accepted by credit card or check. A virtual punch card may be available through the front office for additional savings.
🌿 Toddlers, Tales & Trails at Peacock Hill Park for Ages Under 5 (Not Local – College Grove)
Location: Peacock Hill Nature Park (6990 Giles Hill Rd, College Grove, TN 37046)
Time: 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Cost: Free
Description: An outdoor early childhood program led by a park ranger that includes a short hike followed by a nature-themed story time on the trails. Designed for children under age 5, this program takes place entirely outside and focuses on building an early appreciation for nature and the outdoors. Parents must stay with their child and walk with the group throughout the program. Families should dress for the weather.
🦖 Hatchlings Mommy & Me for Infants w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 9:45 AM to 10:15 AM or 2:15 PM to 2:45 PM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A mommy-and-me class designed for mothers and their infants, focused on bonding and gentle full-body movement with an emphasis on low core and pelvic floor activation.
📚 Story Time (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Enjoy children’s books, songs, finger-play, and a craft project. Story time is typically held every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday unless there is a holiday or library closure.
🏃 Kids Bootcamp for Ages 6+
Location: Columbia Aquatics & Recreation Center (1446 Oak Springs Dr, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
Cost: Free for members or included with a day pass
Description: A structured fitness program for kids ages 6 and up featuring games, fitness challenges, and skill-building activities. The focus is on coordination, strength, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a supportive environment designed to keep kids active and engaged.
📚 Story Time at Needle & Grain with Columbia Power & Water
Location: Needle & Grain (802 S Main St, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Each story time features a guest reader sharing a children’s book, followed by a craft inspired by the story. Parents receive 10% off purchases in the store during the event.
🤸 Open Gym for All Ages
Location: Discovery Gymnastics (1943 Union Pl, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $7 (Sign up here)
Description: Open play gymnastics for all ages with parents staying on the floor alongside their children. Most equipment is available, including a small obstacle course, trampoline, climbing rope, balance beams, and bars. Participants must create an account to view details and register in advance.
🦕 Stego-Stomp for Ages 2–5 w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A movement-focused class for kids ages 2–5 where parents participate alongside their children. Music is incorporated to guide active play and movement, with an emphasis on physical engagement rather than music instruction.
🎮 Pokémon Open Play for All Ages
Location: Game Knight (119 Nashville Hwy #117, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Cost: Free
Description: A relaxed, beginner-friendly Pokémon open play session for kids, teens, and families. Participants may bring Pokémon card decks or a Nintendo Switch to play video games, trade cards, and enjoy casual matches. Staff and experienced players are available to help teach gameplay. Tables are open throughout the event, and this session also serves as Trade Day.
Thursday, January 22nd
👶 Baby Open Play Session for Pre-Walkers
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $12 per session (Sign up here)
Description: Baby play sessions take place in the Villages Clubhouse Baby Room, designed exclusively for pre-walking infants. The space includes tummy time mats, climbing blocks, mirrors, and open-ended toys, along with seasonally themed sensory activities and occasional visits from pediatric therapists.
👑 Superheroes & Princesses Open Play for Ages ≈1–5
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia, TN 38401)
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 feature rotating sensory stations, and you are welcome to stay and play as long as you like. Choose from two time blocks. 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 online cutoff.
🤸 Open Gym for All Ages
Location: Discovery Gymnastics (1943 Union Pl, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cost: $7 (Sign up here)
Description: Open play gymnastics for all ages with parents staying on the floor alongside their children. Most equipment is available aside from the four corners and anything not already set up. Kids can explore a small obstacle course, bounce on the trampoline, try the climbing rope, walk the balance beams, and practice on the bars. This is a relaxed way to introduce gymnastics without committing to a class. Participants must create an account to view details and register in advance.
🦖 Hatchlings Mommy & Me for Infants w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 9:45 AM to 10:15 AM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A mommy-and-me class designed for mothers and their infants, focused on bonding and gentle full-body movement with an emphasis on low core and pelvic floor activation.
📚 Nippy Nights Story Time with Maury County Public Library (Off-Site)
Location: Maury County Archives (201 E 6th St, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Join Maury County Public Library at the Archives Building for off-site story time while the main library undergoes renovations. Story time features stories, rhymes, and activities designed for kids ages 0–5. All are welcome.
📚 Story Time (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Enjoy children’s books, songs, finger-play, and a craft project. Story time is typically held every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday unless there is a holiday or library closure.
🔧 Tinker Time with aMuse’um – Lego Construction Corner
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.
🦖 Bronto-Squats for Ages 2–5 w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A movement-based class for kids ages 2–5 that supports gross motor development, balance, and foundational movement skills.
🦖 Dino-Flex for Ages 3–5 w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 2:15 PM to 2:45 PM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A weekday class for kids ages 3–5 focusing on flexibility, mobility, and movement through structured activities.
🦕 Minisaurus Mommy & Me for Toddlers w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 3:15 PM to 3:45 PM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A mommy-and-me fitness class designed as a workout for mothers, with exercises that incorporate holding or interacting with your toddler while you move.
🐶 PAWS to Read with Maury County Public Library (Off-Site)
Location: Maury County Animal Shelter (1233 Mapleash Ave, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Kids can practice reading aloud to shelter dogs while the animal shelter and library are both under renovation.
♟️ Chess Club with Maury County Public Library (Off-Site)
Location: Maury County Archives (201 E 6th St, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: A weekly chess club where participants can learn, play, or teach others. Open to all ages and skill levels.
🎭 Auditions for Aladdin Jr for Ages 5–18
Location: Building Block School for the Arts (1309 S Main St, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Cost: $15 for new students. Current enrolled StoryBook and StoryTime players attend at no cost.
Description: Open auditions for ages 5 to 18 for Aladdin Jr (revised version). The audition includes a guided workshop with dance instruction, song learning, and improv, followed by individual auditions using a prepared song. Rehearsals will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Performances are scheduled for April 10, 11, and 12.
Friday, January 23rd
👑 Superheroes & Princesses Open Play for Ages ≈1–5
Location: Villages Clubhouse (1127 S High St, Columbia, TN 38401)
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 feature rotating sensory stations, and you are welcome to stay and play as long as you like. Choose from two time blocks. 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 online cutoff.
🤸 Open Play Friday Main Gym & Ninja Gym for Ages 1–10 (Spring Hill)
Location: Shining Light Gymnastics (4008 Parkfield Loop N, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM or 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Cost: $10 per child (Sign up here)
Description: This one-hour open play session includes access to both the main gym and the ninja gym. The main gym is designed for children ages 6 and under, and the ninja gym is open to children ages 1–10. Parents are asked to stay with their children on the gym floor. Payment is accepted by credit card or check. Ask the front office about the virtual punch card for additional savings.
🧸 Daytime Playtime at Xplosion Cheer & Tumbling (Lyles)
Location: Xplosion Cheer & Tumbling (7011 Patton Park Rd, Lyles, TN 37098)
Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cost: $5 per child
Description: Open playtime designed for children ages 6 and under. No registration is required, making this an easy drop-in option for weekday mornings.
🦕 Minisaurus Mommy & Me for Toddlers w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A mommy-and-me fitness class designed as a workout for mothers, with exercises that incorporate holding or interacting with your toddler while you move.
🤸 Open Play Friday Main Gym for All Ages (Spring Hill)
Location: Shining Light Gymnastics (4008 Parkfield Loop N, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Cost: $10 per child (Sign up here)
Description: This one-hour open play session takes place in the main gym and is open to children of all ages. Parents are asked to stay with their children on the gym floor during the session. Payment is accepted by credit card or check. Ask the front office about the virtual punch card for additional savings.
🦕 Stego-Stomp for Ages 2–5 w/ Maddy’s Playhouse (Spring Hill)
Location: Maddy’s Playhouse (2001 Campbell Station Parkway, Suite C12, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174)
Time: 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Cost: $10 per spot; $5 discount toward open play following class (Sign up here)
Description: A movement-focused class for kids ages 2–5 where parents participate alongside their children. Music is incorporated to guide active play and movement, with an emphasis on physical engagement rather than music instruction.
🦅 Birds of Prey (Chapel Hill)
Location: Henry Horton State Park (4209 Nashville Hwy, Chapel Hill, TN 37034)
Time: 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Cost: Free or optional donation (Register here)
Description: Educational program for kids and families featuring the park’s resident barred owl and red-tailed hawk. The discussion takes place outdoors near the aviaries by the camp store. Donations support the care of the birds. Families are encouraged to review the park’s eligibility document to determine if the program is a good fit for their family.
👑 Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella with MCAG
Location: Maury County Arts Guild (705 Lion Pkwy, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Cost: $15 child (12 and under), $20 students, seniors, and military, $25 adults (Purchase tickets)
Description: This classic stage production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella offers a family-friendly theater experience with music, storytelling, and live performances. A good option for school-aged kids who enjoy plays and musicals. Reserved seating is available.
Saturday, January 24th
🎨 Bob Ross for Kids: Through the Window for Ages 6–12 (Spring Hill)
Location: Longview Recreation Center (2909 Commonwealth Dr, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Cost: $35 (Sign up here)
Description: Guided art class for kids creating a winter landscape scene using acrylic paints instead of oils. Certified Ross Instructor Quintin Burlingame leads students step by step as they paint a scene viewed through a window on a 9×12-inch canvas board. All materials are provided. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required.
🥐 Mom & Me Cinnamon Roll Morning for Ages 3+
Location: Private Home in Columbia, TN
Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cost: $50 per mom and child (Sign up here)
Description: Hands-on baking experience for moms and kids ages 3 and up. Each duo rolls, fills, and prepares sourdough cinnamon rolls to bake at home. Each pair takes home four sourdough cinnamon rolls, icing for baking day, and a printed recipe card. The experience is designed to be low-pressure and focused on connection. Pajamas are welcome.
🐧 Painting with a Twist: Peekaboo Penguin Canvas Class for All Ages
Location: Painting with a Twist (1202 S James Campbell Blvd #14, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Cost: $27 (Sign up here)
Description: All-ages guided paint class featuring the Peekaboo Penguin artwork. Supplies and instruction are included.
💰 Budget on a Bean for Grades K–2 (Registration Required)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Hands-on workshop introducing kids in grades K–2 to basic money management concepts using a bean-based activity. Kids explore income and expenses, learn the difference between needs and wants, and discuss preparing for unexpected situations. Space is limited to 25 participants, and registration is required.
💵 Money Games for Grades 3–5 (Registration Required)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Interactive library program for grades 3–5 featuring hands-on money games, including Budget on a Bean and Smart Cart. Kids practice saving, spending, budgeting, and making thoughtful choices through play. Registration is required.
🏦 Don’t Break the Bank Game for Grades 6–8 (Registration Required)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (144 Kedron Pkwy, Spring Hill, TN 37174)
Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Interactive board game experience for grades 6–8 focused on real-life financial decision-making. Players navigate income, spending, saving, and long-term planning through gameplay inspired by Monopoly and the Game of Life. Space is limited to 35 participants, and registration is required.
👑 Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella with MCAG
Location: Maury County Arts Guild (705 Lion Pkwy, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Cost: $15 child (12 and under), $20 students, seniors, and military, $25 adults (Purchase tickets)
Description: Family-friendly stage production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella featuring music, storytelling, and live performances. A good fit for school-aged kids who enjoy plays and musicals. Reserved seating is available.
Sunday, January 25th
🎀 Dollie & Me Tea Party for Ages 3+ with Lil Swee-tea Party (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill, TN(Exact address provided after registration)
Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Cost: $35 per child (Sign up here)
Description: Whimsical afternoon tea party for children ages 3 and up and their caregivers. The event includes child-sized porcelain tea sets, lemonade and light treats, elegant table linens, a dress-up trunk, story time, music, and three doll-themed craft activities. Families are encouraged to bring a favorite doll. A gift bag is included for taking crafts home.
👑 Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella with MCAG
Location: Maury County Arts Guild (705 Lion Pkwy, Columbia, TN 38401)
Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Cost: $15 child (12 and under), $20 students, seniors, and military, $25 adults (Purchase tickets)
Description: Family-friendly stage production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella featuring music, storytelling, and live performances. A good option for school-aged kids who enjoy plays and musicals. Reserved seating is available.
As always, I hope this guide helps take a little of the planning work off your plate and makes it easier to find kids activities in Columbia and Spring Hill that fit your family’s schedule. Event details can change, so it is always a good idea to double-check times and information with the host before heading out. If you notice something that needs updating or have a local family event you would like to share, I am always happy to hear from you.
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