HOST: Hardin County Library
WHEN: Saturday, October 18th 2025, 10:00am-1:00pm
REGION: West Tennessee
WHERE: 1365 Pickwick Street, Savannah TN 38372
WHAT: STEAM fun with a Renaissance feel! We will have guest readers, games, crafts, a puppet show and more! Fun for all ages!
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families
COST: Free
WEBSITE: www.hardincountylibrary.org
HOST: Metal Museum
WHEN: Saturday, October 25th 2025, 10:00am-3:00pm
REGION: West Tennessee
WHERE: 1264 Wellsville Rd, Memphis TN 38117
WHAT: The Metal Museum will bring its Mini Mobile Metal Museum (M4) to the Memphis Parks STEAM Fall Festival. Explore the science, engineering, and art of metalwork through live blacksmithing demonstrations and hands-on activities that reveal how heat, force, and creativity transform raw materials into functional designs.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST: Free
WEBSITE: https://www.metalmuseum.org/
HOST: Discovery Park of America
WHEN: Friday, October 24th 2025, 11:00am-4:00pm
Saturday, October 25th 2025, 11:00am-4:00pm
REGION: West Tennessee
WHERE: 830 Everett Blvd, Union City TN 38261
WHAT: Join Discovery Park's education team for a two-day collection of interactive, family-friendly programs. Friday features explorations in light and shadow as guests craft unique silhouettes and experiment with the artistic qualities of light. Saturday captures the spirit of the season with a fun, Halloween-themed puzzle program.
This event is free with Discovery Park admission and features multiple programs throughout the park. More information can be found on our website at https://discoveryparkofamerica.com/calendar.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Families
COST: Free with Discovery Park admission
WEBSITE: https://discoveryparkofamerica.com/event/discovery-park-steam-festival/
HOST: Museum of Science and History-Pink Palace
WHEN: October 10th-26th 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm
REGION: West Tennessee
WHERE: 3050 Central Avenue, Memphis TN 38111
WHAT: WHAT’S THAT IN OUR NIGHT SKY? Find out more about “what’s up tonight” in just a few minutes than some people do in a lifetime. Hop through constellations, learn cool star names, and groove to planetarium space music in this full dome audiovisual experience.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST: Adults $14.75
Seniors $12.75
Youth $12.75
WEBSITE: moshmemphis.org
HOST: Museum of Science and History-Pink Palace
WHEN: West Tennessee
REGION: October 10th-26th 2025, 2:00pm-3:00pm
WHERE: 3050 Central Avenue, Memphis TN 38111
WHAT: Black holes are the most extreme objects in the universe - objects so dense, that not even light can escape them. This show gives an overview of what black holes are, how they form, and what would happen if you fell inside one.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST: Adults $14.75
Seniors $12.75
Youth $12.75
WEBSITE: moshmemphis.org
HOST: Museum of Science and History-Pink Palace
WHEN: October 10th-26th 2025, 11:00am & 1:00pm
REGION: West Tennessee
WHERE: 3050 Central Avenue, Memphis TN 38111
WHAT: A look into the Artemis program, NASA's new project to return to the moon. From landing humans on the surface, to building a space station in lunar orbit, learn how NASA plans to establish a permanent human presence on the moon.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST: Adults $14.75
Seniors $12.75
Youth $12.75
WEBSITE: moshmemphis.org
HOST: Museum of Science and History-Pink Palace
WHEN: October 10th-26th 2025, 3:00pm
REGION: West Tennessee
WHERE: 3050 Central Avenue. Memphis TN 38111
WHAT: Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, Marvel Studios’ “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” introduces Marvel’s First Family—Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm/Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm/Human Torch (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm/The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) as they face their most daunting challenge yet.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST: Adults $14.75
Seniors $12.75
Youth $12.75
WEBSITE: moshmemphis.org
HOST: Museum of Science and History-Pink Palace
WHEN: October 10th-26th 2025, 2:00pm-3:00pm
REGION: West Tennessee
WHERE: 3050 Central Avenue, Memphis TN 38111
WHAT: Embark on a global odyssey to discover the largest and least explored habitat on earth. New ocean science and technology have allowed us to go further into the unknown than we ever thought possible.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST: Adults $14.75
Seniors $12.75
Youth $12.75
WEBSITE: moshmemphis.org
HOST: Museum of Science and History-Pink Palace
WHEN: October 10th-26th 2025, 11:00am and 1:00pm
REGION: West Tennessee
WHERE: 3050 Central Avenue, Memphis TN 38111
WHAT: This immersive film explores the life of the GOAT—the Greatest of All Tyrants—while highlighting famous specimens, landmark discoveries, and the evolving interplay between speculation and scientific evidence. Narrated by Sam Neill, the film tells the remarkable true story of three kids who discovered a teenage T. rex fossil, a find that made international headlines in over 2,000 media outlets.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST: Adults $14.75
Seniors $12.75
Youth $12.75
WEBSITE: moshmemphis.org
HOST: Museum of Science and History (MoSH) Pink Palace
WHEN: Saturday, October 11th 2025, 6:00pm-9:00pm
REGION: West Tennessee
WHERE: 3050 Central Avenue, Memphis TN 38111
WHAT: A DJ from WYXR will host and kick off the event with a pre-show set beginning at 6pm, with the main show beginning at 7pm. Drinks will be made available for purchase by Crosstown Brewery
This series is presented by MoSH, WYXR, Shell on Wheels, and Crosstown Brewery.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST: Adults $25.75
Youth $20.75
WEBSITE: moshmemphis.org
HOST: Museum of Science and History (MoSH) Pink Palace
WHEN: Friday, October 10th 2025, 7:00pm-10:00pm
REGION: West
WHERE: 3050 Central Avenue, Memphis TN 38111
WHAT: Join us at the MoSH Planetarium for Laser Rock: Prince, a dazzling celebration of his most iconic songs brought to life with stunning laser visuals. This one-of-a-kind show will take you on a journey through Prince’s music in a way you’ve never seen before, so don’t miss your chance to experience this global superstar’s music in the most unique music venue in the city.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST: $18.75
WEBSITE: moshmemphis.org
HOST: Museum of Science and History (MoSH) Pink Palace
WHEN: Friday, October 10th-19th 2025, 10:30am-5:00pm
REGION: West
WHERE: 3050 Central Avenue, Memphis TN 38135
WHAT: Explore the Jim Crow system, its impact on African Americans, and its ongoing legacies, focusing on the resistance and resilience of Black communities. On view May 31 - Oct 19.
AUDIENCE: Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Adults with Special Needs
COST: Free with museum admission
Members: Free
WEBSITE: moshmemphis.com
HOST: Museum of Science and History (MoSH) Pink Palace
WHEN: Friday, October 10th & 11th 2025, 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm
REGION: West
WHERE: 652 Adams Avenue, Memphis TN 38105
WHAT: Mallory Neely House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is located in Memphis Victorian Village. Guided tours feature original historic interiors and a visceral look at the home and lives of a family from over a hundred years ago.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST: Members $8
Non-Members $16
WEBSITE: moshmemphis.org
HOST: Memphis Parks Fall Festival
WHEN: Saturday, October 25th 2025, 10:00am-3:00pm
REGION: West
WHERE: Sea Isle Park, 5220 Sea Isle. Memphis, TN 38117
WHAT: The Second Annual Memphis Parks Fall Festival celebrates autumn’s vibrant spirit “STEM/STEAM style” - featuring science-focused community vendors, craft vendors, festive kids’ activities, live entertainment, and local food trucks. Families can also enjoy a community fitness walk amid stunning fall foliage. An engaging, educational event for all ages!
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Families
COST: Free
WEBSITE: https://memphisparks.com/
HOST: University of Memphis Lambuth M. D. Anderson Planetarium
WHEN: Saturday, October 18th 2025, 10:00am-12:00pm
REGION: West
WHERE: 299 Maple Street Jackson TN 38301
WHAT: Join us at the University of Memphis Lambuth M. D. Anderson Planetarium for a very special event for the TN STEAM Festival: a screening of the new NASA documentary, Cosmic Dawn on Saturday, October 18 at 10:00 a.m. See the story of the incredible James Webb Space Telescope from the very beginning and get to know the people who made it happen
UofM Lambuth M. D. Anderson Facebook Online Events Group Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2737213013238000
No entrance fee, free parking in Hyde lot (across the street from the Planetarium). 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 or email planetarium@memphis.edu.
AUDIENCE: Youth/Teens, Adults, Families, Senior Citizens
COST: FREE
HOST: National Weather Service - Memphis, TN
WHEN: Saturday, October 18th 2025, 5:00pm-6:00pm and 7:00pm-8:00pm
REGION: West
WHERE: 7777 Walnut Grove Rd Suite #1 Memphis TN 38120
WHAT: Calling all weather enthusiasts! Ever wanted to get to know your local National Weather Service Office? Here's your chance! Come visit the National Weather Service in Memphis, TN for a presentation about the office and an office tour of the operations area.
The event will be capped at 30 people. Registration is required and can be accessed through this google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_fc9-LQCN6_sZQlVGOHcAAb_TvZvh4BE5kx8oPUI4kfNfCA/viewform You will receive a confirmation email at least one week in advance confirming your time selection.
While this event is meant for individuals and families, we strongly discourage children under the age of 6 as they can be disruptive to the entire tour group and will not get as much out of the experience.
AUDIENCE: Youth/Teens, Adults, Families
COST: Free
WEBSITE: https://www.weather.gov/meg/
HOST: Lucius E. & Elsie C. Burch, Jr. Library
WHEN: Tuesday, October 14th 2025, 5:30pm-7:00pm
REGION: West
WHERE: 501 Poplar View Parkway Collierville, TN 38017
WHAT: Get creative with circuits! In this hands-on activity, students in grades 6 - 12 will use fuse beads and paper circuits to design and build a light-up project. Combine art and STEM for a fun, glowing creation. All supplies will be provided.
Registration is required and will open on September 30, 2025. Register on the Library's online Events Calendar at https://collierville.libnet.info/events.
AUDIENCE: Youth/Teens
COST: Free
WEBSITE: colliervilletn.gov/library
HOST: Frayser Community PTSA
WHEN: Thursday, October 23rd 2025, 6:00pm-7:30pm
REGION: West
WHERE: 2935 North Watkins Street, Memphis, TN 38127
WHAT: This is our annual STEM Night for our students.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Families, Children/Youth with Special Needs
COST: No charge
WEBSITE: www.frayserptsa.edu
HOST: Memphis Museums of Science & History
WHEN: Wednesday, October 22nd-24th 2025, 9:00am-1:00pm
Wednesday, October 29th-31st 2025, 9:00am-1:00pm
REGION: West Tennessee
WHERE: 3050 Central Ave, Memphis TN 38111
WHAT: Students can participate in hands on STEAM based activities with different community partners including local colleges, universities and medical facilities. Students will also have an opportunity to interact at Discovery Carts throughout the museum featuring STEAM activities about Microscopes, Light and Color, Learning Labels (Nutrition), Fun with Physical Science, and robotics.
AUDIENCE: Children, Youth/Teens, Children/Youth with Special Needs
COST: $6.00 per student and 1 free chaperone for each 10 students.
Pre-registration is required. Please use this link to register for event: https://moshmemphis.com/suitcases-passports/
WEBSITE: https://moshmemphis.com/
HOST: University of Memphis Lambuth M. D. Anderson Planetarium
WHEN: Saturday, October 25th 2025, 9:30am-10:15am
REGION: West Tennessee
WHERE: 705 Lambuth Blvd, Jackson TN 38301
WHAT: Join wonderdog Max, and Tori, his human companion, as they take an out-of-this-world trip to the Moon!
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, Families, Senior Citizens, Children/Youth with Special Needs, Adults with Special Needs
COST: Free