Telescope Night (Brentwood)

HOST: Vanderbilt University Dyer Observatory

WHEN: Friday, October 10th 2025, 8:00pm-10:00pm

REGION: Middle Tennessee

WHERE: 1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood TN 37027

WHAT: Dyer Observatory telescopes will be set up for gazing, and the observatory will be open for viewing exhibits and speaking with astronomers. The format is “open house” so you may arrive and depart any time during the event. There will not be a formal talk/program on these nights unless noted.
The event has two one-hour time slots. Dyer Observatory telescopes will be set up for gazing, and the observatory will be open for viewing exhibits and speaking with astronomers. The format is “open house” so you may arrive and depart any time during the event. There will not be a formal talk/program on these nights unless otherwise noted.
Age Recommendation: 8+

AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs

COST: $10 for Ages 12+; $5 for Under 12yo
Pre-registration is required. The event has a limited number of tickets that go on sale one month before. Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/o/vanderbilt-university-dyer-observatory-2143130631 to acquire tickets when they go on sale in early September.

WEBSITE: dyer.vanderbilt.edu

Paint night! (Nashville)

HOST: Paint + Canvas

WHEN: Friday, October 10th 2025, 6:30pm-8:30pm

REGION: Middle Tennessee

WHERE: 6913 Lenox Village Drive, Nashville TN 37211

WHAT: Join us and recreate a painting from scratch. All supplies and instruction are provided. Learn some new skills and leave with your own painting.
Pre-registration is required for this event. Visit us at paintpluscanvas.com and register for the class from our calendar.
We will have class in the evenings during the entire STEAM festival.

AUDIENCE: Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Adults with Special Needs

COST: $25 - Pre-registration is required for this event. Visit us at paintpluscanvas.com and register for the class from our calendar

WEBSITE: Paintpluscanvas.com

Wings of Wonder STEM Fab Friday (Cookeville)

HOST: Oakley STEM Center at Tennessee Tech

WHEN: Friday, October 10th 2025, 5:00pm-8:00pm

REGION: Middle Tennessee

WHERE: 155 W 7th St, Cookeville TN 38505

WHAT: Get ready to soar at Wings of Wonder STEM Fab Friday! Explore the amazing world of flight, from the majestic wings of eagles to the engineering marvels of airplanes, gliders, and hot air balloons. Discover the science behind how things fly and unleash your inner aviator with hands-on activities that will lift your spirits and your understanding of the skies!
Pre-registration is not required, but highly encouraged for planning purposes on our end. Register at https://tf.tntech.edu/view.php?id=1724286
STEM Fab Friday events are focused on getting families and their children engaged in STEM activities. There are two regularly scheduled events each semester held on Fridays from 5-8 pm. Activities during this event are mostly geared for grades 3-8th, but learners of all ages are always welcome

AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families

COST: Free. Pre-registration is not required, but highly encouraged for planning purposes on our end. Register at https://tf.tntech.edu/view.php?id=1724286

WEBSITE: www.tntech.edu/stem

Kids' After School Special Planetarium Show: Astronaut (Memphis)

HOST: University of Memphis Lambuth M. D. Anderson Planetarium

WHEN: Friday, October 10th 2025, 3:45pm-4:30pm

REGION: West Tennessee

WHERE: 705 Lambuth Blvd, Jackson TN 38301

WHAT: Ever wonder what it's really like to be an astronaut? What challenges do astronauts face in space? Come see if you've got the right stuff to make it aboard the International Space Station!
No entrance fee, free parking in Hyde lot (across from Planetarium on Maple Street). Doors open 15 minutes before showtime. For safety reasons, no seating once IN USE lights are on, and no food or drink in the auditorium. For more information, call 731.425.7368.

AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs

COST: Free

WEBSITE: https://www.memphis.edu/lambuth/newsevents/index.php?_ga=2.56037161.360498741.1750097262-707020329.1750097262

FULL-DOME PLANETARIUM SHOW! Distant Worlds: Alien Life? (Memphis)

HOST: University of Memphis Lambuth M. D. Anderson Planetarium

WHEN: Friday, October 10th 2025, 1:30pm-2:30pm

REGION: West Tennessee

WHERE: 705 Lambuth Blvd, Jackson TN 38301

WHAT: The Universe contains untold billions of stars and planets, but we know of only ONE where life is found. Explore one of the most enduring questions of humankind - are we alone in the cosmos?
No entrance fee, free parking in Hyde lot (across from Planetarium on Maple Street). Doors open 15 minutes before showtime. For safety reasons, no seating once IN USE lights are on, and no food or drink in the auditorium. For more information, call 731.425.7368.

AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs

COST: Free

WEBSITE: https://www.memphis.edu/lambuth/newsevents/index.php?_ga=2.56037161.360498741.1750097262-707020329.1750097262

Pumpkin Patch Parties (Antioch)

HOST: Friends Of Mill Ridge Park

WHEN: Friday, October 10th 2025, 4:00pm-7:00pm
Friday, October 17th 2025, 4:00pm-7:00pm

REGION: Middle Tennessee

WHERE: 12944 Old Hickory Boulevard, Antioch TN 37013

WHAT: Come to our pumpkin patch party! We’ll paint pumpkins, build scarecrows, play lawn games, and eat seasonal treats. Wear your Halloween costume and bring a picnic blanket or chair. Leashed dogs (in costume) are welcome.
Follow safety precautions for this outdoor gathering. A portable toilet is onsite. Check online for weather updates. Contact us for accessibility needs.

AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs

COST: Free

WEBSITE: https://www.friendsofmillridgepark.org/