The Mall at Green Hills Santa Experience
- Through December 24th
- Mall at Green Hills
- Santa and his elves have reimagined Santa’s Flight Academy into a socially-distanced, non-contact holiday experience. All photo sessions are by reservation only and require pre-payment. Masks required at all times, including the photoshoot, for guests ages 2 and up (and Santa too!) Santa will maintain a 6’ distance from guests at all times. Heightened cleaning protocols and hand sanitizer provided. Make your reservation here.
High Brow Coffee at Franklin Visitor’s Center
- Saturday, December 12th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Franklin Visitor’s Center
- Stop by the Visitor’s Center for a free coffee or hot chocolate from High Brow Coffee. They’ll also have their wagoneer there for photo opportunities. And as you stroll around downtown, you may see some Dickens inspired characters walking around.
- Deer Run is hosting lots of family fun this winter including Parents’ Night Outs (Dec. 11th and 18th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.), Brunch with Santa (Dec. 12th and 19th), Cookie Baking and Decorating, Holiday Movies on the weekends and lots more! Cabins and lodge room rentals are also 25% off! Find all the details here.
- Saturday, December 12th (6:30 p.m.) and Sunday, December 13th (5:30 p.m.)
- The Field at Franklin
- Cozy up to see Elf at the Drive-In
- Friday, December 11th from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Join Historic First Presbyterian Church as they host a live nativity in front of the sanctuary on Main Street and 5th Avenue from 5-6 p.m!
WinterFest at Fountains at Gateway
- Through January 4th
- Fountains at Gateway in Murfreesboro
- Winterfest is back for another fun season of ice skating! Skate rentals are available or you’re able to bring your own! Check hours of operation and rates here.
- Through January 3, 2021
- Gaylord Opryland
- Explore acres of twinkling lights & decorations and exciting holiday activities, shows, and events, from ice tubing and ice skating to our all-new I Love Christmas Movies™ pop-up experience and The Oak Ridge Boys “Christmas in Tennessee” Dinner Show! Find all the details and book your packages here. Save up to 40% off when you bundle experiences. Use code NASHTN30 for 30% off I LOVE CHRISTMAS MOVIES (Offer valid November 13, 2020 through December 17, 2020, excluding Fridays and Saturdays. Valid up to 10 tickets. Not valid with any other discounts, bundles, promotions, or groups. Not retroactive. Other restrictions, taxes, and fees will apply.)
- November 20th through January 10th, 2021 Timed-ticketed event
- Cheekwood
- Over a million lights, new Nutcracker Marche in the Mansion, Reindeer Village, new Children’s Wonderland, S’mores Central, a letter writing station to Santa, Holiday Workshops and so much more! Timed tickets must be purchased online in advance.
- November 13th through January 3, 2021
- James Ward Agricultural Center (945 E. Baddour Parkway, Lebanon)
- Family owned The Dancing Lights returns for it’s 11th consective season with Tennessee’s largest synchronized light and music show with a 2.5 mile route and over two million lights dancing to upbeat Christmas music through your car stereo. Open rain or shine and on ALL holidays. $25 per family vehicle.
Christmas Cookie Decorating Class
- Every Sunday, November 29th through December 20th
- Pies by Gigi
- Gigi and her team will help ring in the season with lots of sprinkles, sweets, and fun. Enjoy the magic of Christmas with holiday music while you decorate and make special cookies for Santa and YOU! Register in advance here.
- Thanksgiving Night through December 26th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Williamson County Ag Expo
- The 3rd Annual Festival of Lights opens Thanksgiving Day! Enjoy driving through this holiday tradition that benefits local at-risk children.
- Beginning November 1st
- Santa’s Online
- Schedule your virtual visit with Santa this year to keep him healthy! Visits are scheduled every 15 minutes 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Eastern) Santa LIVE! Is proud to donate a portion of our proceeds to Pay Away the Layaway. Their mission is to inspire hope and spread kindness by helping families pay off layaway balances on gifts, school supplies, toys, books, games and clothes for KIDS. Bring magic into someone else’s home by bringing magic into your own!
- Beginning November 13th (Fridays and Saturdays only from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.)
- Rooftop Lounge at Bobby Hotel
- Heated igloos are back this winter! Igloo reservations are available for up to 90 minutes for up to 5 guests with $250 food/beverage minimum. The igloos will have cozy blankets, holiday trees, festive menu items and more. To make a reservation, email [email protected]
- November 7th through December 24th
- Bass Pro Shop (Opry Mills Mall)
- Bass Pro Shop is offering free photos with Santa with safety measures in place. Guests must make online reservations for a contact free visit with Santa. There will also have free activity kits.
- Gingerbread Finalists will be on display December 1st through the 13th and available to bid on in the silent auction. Gingerbread house kits can also be ordered through December 14th.
- The Harpeth Hotel, Franklin
- Davis House will host a gingerbread house competition amongst professional bakers and will award the Top 4 applicants with a prize package, which will include the display of each of their houses at The Harpeth Hotel in Downtown Franklin. The community will have the opportunity to view the houses on display at the hotel and will be able to bid on each of the houses in a silent auction to take place from December 1 and closing on December 13 at 8pm CST. Local celebrity chefs and bakers Summer Deepe (Summer’s Sweet Shoppe), Nate Clingman (The Bearded Baker) and Devin Walline (Executive Chef of 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails Restaurant at the Harpeth) will vote to determine the Grand Prize gingerbread house winner.
- The community will also have the opportunity to purchase their own Gingerbread Home Holiday Kits to make at home. Davis House will host a safe and festive drive-thru pick-up event on Saturday, De cember 19 from 1-4PM at the Davis House Franklin location. (Limited delivery is available for purchase within a 15-mile radius of the Davis House Franklin location).
- Every Saturday and Sunday in December, 2 p.m.
- The Hermitage Hotel
- Ring in the beloved magic of the holidays with a whimsical Nutcracker-themed afternoon tea experience at The Hermitage Hotel, Nashville’s most storied destination. Delight in the hotel’s signature beloved recipes passed down through the generations, complemented by an extensive selection of the finest teas from around the world. Perfectly paired, holiday-themed delicacies will accompany traditional treats, prepared by our celebrated culinary masters. Special entertainment, featuring music from the Nutcracker score will set the stylish and elegant backdrop for a truly memorable occasion. Call 615-244-3121 or email [email protected] to book your reservation
Through December 31st
Nashville Fairgrounds
JINGLE BEAT is an outdoor drive-thru light, sound and sensory experience that brings the enchanting and playful joys of the holiday season to life in an unforgettable adventure for all ages!
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By: Dawn B
Dawn and her family love exploring the Nashville area and sharing the best places to visit, kid-friendly restaurants, family travel, lifestyle, fashion and more!
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