Family events in Cookeville, TN

This event features stories and intentional play designed for children from birth to age 3. It offers a warm, age appropriate experience centered on simple storytelling and purposeful play.

In downtown Crossville, a community celebration puts the spotlight on the next generation. Local youth perform live, and kids and teens can take part in interactive games and creative activities. Families will find an expanded area dedicated to children, energetic entertainment throughout, and plenty of options from food trucks and local vendors. The event is free, family friendly, and open to everyone.

Ford of Cookeville presents a monthly Cars and Coffee, the second meetup of the year, with complimentary coffee, energy drinks, and donuts. A live DJ will set the vibe while car enthusiasts connect, show off their vehicles, and take a look at 2026 Ford models. This family friendly gathering welcomes all makes and models.

This race welcomes runners, casual joggers, walkers, and families with children. Pace chasers are set for a variety of speeds, giving everyone the chance to close the gap on someone ahead and feel the excitement of pursuit. The day features a kids 1-mile fun run and a 5K, and walkers are welcome. All proceeds benefit El Puente Hispanic Community Center, supporting efforts to connect neighbors, strengthen the community, and serve Hispanic families throughout the Upper Cumberland.

Discover Cookeville’s past on a self-guided history hike linking the Cookeville Depot Museum and the Cookeville History Museum. Start at either location to pick up an entry form, then follow Broad Street between them to find answers to trivia questions. Turn in the completed form to be included in a prize drawing. You can hike one direction or make the round trip. This free, family-friendly activity is offered by the City of Cookeville Department of Leisure Services.

Take part in weekly, hands-on art activities and crafts guided by certified visual arts teacher Annette Romero. The program welcomes participants ages 12 through adult. No registration is required, making it easy to drop in and create.

Part of the Lake Tansi Music Series, The WannaBeatles present a lakeside concert featuring Beatles hits alongside popular songs from the 60s and 70s. Admission is free. Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs and relax by the water at the Lake Tansi Concert Pavilion.

Finklepott's Fairy Hair® adds a touch of sparkle in Cookeville on the second Thursday of each month at Dunn Spunn Studios. The studio is known for whimsical, distinctive fiber batts handcrafted by Katelyn with mohair, bamboo, alpaca, and lots of locally sourced wool. These blends are full of color, shine, and texture, evoking everything from favorite book characters to beach pebbles and cozy autumn days. Reservations are available for a fairy hair dusting.

Get your teams ready for early season action at the Cookeville Jamboree, featuring non-scoring jamboree races for high school and middle school. The clock will run at the finish line for each race, and coaches will handle timing their own athletes. You register your team, then just show up. Parking requires a $5 cash donation. Race times are set for Middle School Girls at 5:00 PM, Middle School Boys at 5:30 PM, High School Girls at 6:00 PM, and High School Boys at 6:40 PM. The meet is limited to the first 15 teams registered in each division.