🌟 Family Fun This Week: November 2 – 9 2025

Hey Tullahoma-area families! 🍂 From cozy fall festivals to outdoor adventures, there’s plenty of family fun happening this week across Tullahoma, Manchester, Shelbyville, Winchester, Pelham, McMinnville, Murfreesboro & Tims Ford State Park. Grab your jackets and go make memories! 💛

🗓 Monday, November 3

🎪 Daytime Playtime @ Tullahoma Gymnastics & Cheer

🕙 10 AM – 12 PM | 💵 $10 per child | Ages 7 & under

📍 1003 Davidson St, Tullahoma TN

Let the littles climb, jump, and explore in a safe, fun gym space.

🎨 Library Art Class – Manchester Library

🕐 1 PM – 2 PM | 🎨 All ages welcome

📍 1005 Hillsboro Blvd, Manchester TN

A creative afternoon of painting and crafting for all ages.

🎭 Kids Acting Class (ages 5–12)

🕕 6 PM – 7 PM | 💵 $100 per month

📍 204 S Main St, Shelbyville TN

Fun weekly class building stage confidence and imagination.

🗓 Tuesday, November 4

🤸‍♀️ Homeschool Hangout @ Tullahoma Gymnastics & Cheer

🕧 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM | 💵 $10 per child

Homeschool families can meet and play together in open gym time.

🔥 Campfire Storytime: We Are All Scientists

🕑 2 PM | 📍 Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, Murfreesboro TNI

Included with admission | Story time with a twist—explore curiosity and science through a fun reading of We Are All Scientists by Ellen Ochoa and related activities.

🧃 Physics of Jello @ Discovery Center

🕒 3 PM | Included with admission

Hands-on science fun exploring states of matter using everyone’s favorite wobble—jello!

🗓 Wednesday, November 5

📚 Story Time @ Shelbyville Library

🕥 10:30 AM | 📍 220 S Jefferson St, Shelbyville TN

Stories, songs, and smiles for little ones.

🎨 Art Class @ Abraham Art Gallery – Downtown Winchester

🕞 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | 💵 $35 (includes materials)

Creative art lessons for all ages with award-winning artist Kristy Abraham—drawing, painting, color theory, and fun.

🎻 Celtic Slow Session @ The Celtic Cup

🕕 6 PM – 7:30 PM | ☘️ Free

Relax with traditional Irish and Scottish tunes and coffee.

🎭 Adult Acting Class (ages 18 +)

🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 💵 $150 per month

Scene study and audition practice for adults.

🗓 Thursday, November 6

🎭 101 Dalmatians Musical (performed by local homeschoolers)

🕗 8:45 AM | 📍 South Jackson Performing Arts Center, Tullahoma TN

🎟 $5 tickets | Perfect for young kids and families.

👶 Toddler Time @ Manchester Library

🕙 10 AM – 12 PM | Stories, songs & early literacy fun.

🤖 Robot Hands: Build-a-Bot! @ Discovery Center

🕒 3 PM | Included with admission

Build your own robot hand and learn how robotics mimic humans.

🔥 Fireside Thursdays: Dutch Oven Peanut Butter Brownies @ Tims Ford State Park

🕔 5 PM | 📍 Nature Center Area

Join park staff for a sweet and smoky treat around the campfire! Registration required.

🧶 Crochet Club @ Shelbyville Library

🕔 5 PM – 7 PM | All ages welcome.

🗓 Friday, November 7

🎪 Daytime Playtime @ Tullahoma Gymnastics & Cheer

🕙 10 AM – 12 PM | 💵 $10 per child | Ages 7 & under

🎬 Children’s Movie Morning @ Shelbyville Library

🕙 10 AM | Free screening for families.

🦅 Birds of Prey Program @ Tims Ford State Park

🕒 3 PM | 📍 Nature Center

Join Ellie to learn about and feed the park’s Birds of Prey.

📖 Imagination Library Appreciation Event

🕒 3 PM – 5 PM | 📍 111 E Main St, Manchester TN

🌭 Free drive-through hot dogs while supplies last!

🎄 Southern Tennessee Ladies Society Holiday Market (Day 1)

🕘 9 AM – 5 PM | 📍 Franklin County Annex Bldg, Winchester TN

Shop local vendors & support student scholarships.

🧵 Fall All Seasons Craft Show & More (Day 1)

🕙 10 AM – 5 PM | 📍 Monterey Station, Cowan TN

🎅 Kids Kraft Korner + Santa Saturday!

🎲 Free Bingo Night @ VFW Post 4188

🕖 7 PM – 9 PM | 📍 707 S Polk St, Tullahoma TN

10 free games + family prizes.

🗓 Saturday, November 8

🎄 Holiday Craft Fair @ Pelham United Methodist Church

🕗 8 AM – 2 PM📍 2440 State Route 50, Pelham TN 37366

🎁 Cozy, local craft fair featuring handmade gifts, home décor, and seasonal goodies.

👩‍🎨 Hosted by Pelham UMC — a welcoming, small-town event perfect for holiday shopping.💵 Bring cash or card for vendor booths.

☕️ Coffee and light refreshments usually available.

🚗 Arrive early for the best parking and selection!

💊 Holiday Open House @ Tullahoma Drug Store

🕘 9 AM – 3 PM📍 100 Westside Dr, Tullahoma TN 37388

🎁 Enjoy gourmet samples, warm apple cider, and festive gift ideas.

🛍 Shop local for jewelry, candles, home décor, and specialty foods.

📞 (931) 455-5409 | tullahomadrugstore.com

✨ Family-owned hometown pharmacy since 1956 – full of small-town Christmas charm.

🎅 Christmas Market @ Manchester Arts Center

🕘 9 AM – 4 PM📍 Manchester Arts Center, Manchester TN

🎄 Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus for photos 📸

🍔 Food trucks, 🎨 local vendors, 🎁 craft booths, and door prizes throughout the day.

💖 Festive, family-friendly atmosphere — a perfect Saturday outing!

👜 Bring a tote bag for vendor goodies.

🚗 Car & Bike Show @ Freedom Life Church

🕘 9 AM – 4 PM📍 4023 Smithville Hwy, McMinnville TN 37110

🏍 Classic cars & bikes on display — chrome, shine, and community vibes.

🍔 Food vendors and music on site 🎶

📸 Family-friendly photo ops throughout the day.

🪑 Bring a lawn chair if you plan to stay awhile!

🍼 Special Delivery Community Baby Fair

🕙 10 AM – 1 PM

📍 185 Hospital Rd, Winchester TN (Highpoint Health with Ascension St. Thomas)

👶 Meet local vendors and resources for expectant & new parents.

🎁 Giveaways, door prizes, and refreshments for families.

💬 Ask questions, connect with birth professionals, and enjoy community support.

🦅 Birds of Prey Program @ Tims Ford State Park

🕒 3 PM | 📍 Nature Center

🪶 Join Ranger Ellie as she feeds and teaches about the park’s birds of prey.

📸 See hawks and owls up close — a must-see for wildlife lovers!

🧥 Dress for cool temps and bring your camera.

🐴 Meet a Mounted Patrol Officer & His Horse! @ Tims Ford State Park

🕒 3 PM | 📍 Nature Center

👮‍♂️ Learn what it takes to train and care for a police horse.

🐎 Fun demo for kids — meet the horse after the presentation!

📸 Bring your camera for photos.

🌰 Pinecone Bird Feeders Craft @ Tims Ford State Park

🕓 4 PM | 📍 Nature Center

🪶 Create your own bird feeder using pinecones and peanut butter mix.

🎨 All ages welcome (young kids will need adult help).

🎒 Bring a bag to carry your feeder home!

🍫 Campfire Cocoa @ Tims Ford State Park

🕟 4:30 PM | 📍 Nature Center

🔥 Cozy up with a cup of freshly made campfire cocoa.

📝 Registration required — space is limited!

☕️ Bring a mug or cup and a blanket to snuggle by the fire.

🎖 Veterans Day Parade – A Salute to Service

🕚 11 AM | Route: Lane Pkwy → Bedford County Courthouse → Madison St, Shelbyville TN

Honor our heroes with VFW Post 5019 in this patriotic community parade.

🎺 Marching bands, floats, flags, and local groups pay tribute to veterans.

🪑 Bring chairs and dress warmly for the morning chill.

🌶 Chilifest 2025 – Bring the Heat! @ Arnold Lakeside Complex

🕛 12 PM – 4:30 PM

🌶 Chili & Cornbread Cook-Off 🔥

🎶 Live music | 🎯 Axe-throwing | 🐐 Petting zoo | 🎨 Kids’ crafts

🏆 Trophies awarded at 4:30 PM for top recipes.

☀️ Bring cash for tasting fees and plan for outdoor fun!

🎡 Fall Festival @ Experience Community Shelbyville

🕑 2 PM – 4 PM | 📍 Old Harris Soccer Fields, Shelbyville TN

🎠 Bounce houses, petting zoo, and trunk-or-treat fun.

🌭 Free hot dogs and

🍧 shaved ice for families.

🎉 Free admission — great for kids of all ages!

🔫 Nerf Wars @ Happy Playce Indoor Play Center

🕓 4 PM | 📍 720 S College St, Winchester TN 37398

💥 Ages 5 + | Indoor foam-dart battle with safe zones and team missions.

🎯 All equipment provided or bring your own Nerf blaster.

📞 Reserve a spot in advance to join the fun!

🗓 Sunday, November 9

☕ Campfire Coffee @ Tims Ford State Park

🕙 10 AM | Start your morning with freshly brewed campfire coffee with park staff.

Follow @Tullamama for new family-friendly events every week across Middle Tennessee. 💛