A Day of Merrymaking @ Overton Park
Saturday, October 6, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Are you ready to enjoy a day of entertainment, art, and food? Head over to the Overton Park Greensward for the 6th annual Day of Merrymaking event. This family festival features live performances by school bands and dance troupes, a dog fashion show, activities at the Art Adventure tent, games, and vendors.
Event is free, $5 suggested donation benefits Overton Park Conservancy · Visit Overton Park website for details.
Drop-in Program: Music + Activism = Craftivism @ Crosstown Arts
On select days in October (Oct. 10, 21, & 27), from noon until 2 p.m.
Are you feeling passionate to create an art project that makes a statement? Here is your opportunity to use the power of your hands to make an impact and have fun at the same time. Stax Museum hosts this drop-in event at Crosstown Arts providing all craft materials.
Free · Visit Stax Museum website for details.
Movie Night in the Park: The Wizard of Oz (1939) @ H. W. Cox Park
Thursday, October 11, 6-10 p.m.
Looking for fall break fun? Come dressed as your favorite character to meet Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, and the Lion at this special family movie night at Cox Park. Watch the classic film, take pictures with the characters, and enjoy food from food trucks. Toto stays at home!
Free · 457-2770
Strong GIRL Fest@ Hutchison School
Saturday, October 13, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Calling all girls to come show what you’ve got! Hutchison School and Girls Scouts Heart of the South present this interactive community event to nurture the skills and leadership potential of girls. An all-day workshop titled Camp Congress offers girls in grades 5th through 8th an opportunity to run for office.
Free · Visit Strong Girl Fest website for details.
Agricenter Harvest Festival @ Agricenter International Farmer's Market
Saturday, October 13, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Gather up your family and head over to the Red Barn at the Agricenter for this fun fall festival. Enjoy music by Grassfire bluegrass band, take part in pumpkin-painting, arts & crafts, hayrides, and stop by educational stations and concession stands.
Free · 757-7777