Franklin Dumpster

You can explore space from right here on Earth at the Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, with the mega telescope that sits atop Nashville's tallest peak. Families can look through the telescope to observe cumulus clouds, a galaxy of stars, the swirling rings of Saturn and other outer space attractions.

Nashville Children's Theatre is the city's children's theatre. Watch extraordinary original children's theatrical productions being performed by professional adult actors that awe children and make family time special. Your child will get lost in the magical storytelling at the oldest professional children's theater in America and so may you.

Sweethearts get hysterical at the Zanies Comedy Night Club. Couples have laughed together for over 24 years at this popular funny spot that has hosted many big time national comedic acts like Saturday Night Live alum Kevin Nealon and comedian Christopher Titus. Laugh together on a romantic date at Zanies Comedy Night Club.

Pack the sunscreen and head out to Nashville Shores Waterpark, the premier 365-acre outdoor wonderland. Spend hours water logged on eight thrilling water slides and swim around in three action-packed pools. Master the paddle at Kayak Cove and play in the sand at Parker Sandbox. Land lovers, you're set with a game of miniature golf, volleyball, frisbee and horseshoes.