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Find Your Center in Rutherford Co.

Rutherford County is center stage to an unforgettable Tennessee experience! Located just 30 miles outside of Nashville, this vibrant Southern community is the kind of place you’ll want to stay awhile. Immerse yourself in Civil War history, explore scenic parks, get lost in arts & culture or shop until you drop. It’s all here in Rutherford County, and we can’t wait to welcome you!

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THE MUSIC LOVER’S GUIDE TO RUTHERFORD COUNTY

If there’s one thing Tennessee is known for, it’s music. Okay, okay and whiskey too. But here in the heart of Tennessee, music is a way of life.

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MURAL HIDE-AND-SEEK IN RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENNESSEE

Want a great mural photo, but don’t want to wait in an hour-long line to get it? Come to Rutherford County!

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PIECING IT TOGETHER: RUTHERFORD COUNTY’S QUILT TRAIL

These squares, just like a real quilt, join together to tell a deeper story in Rutherford County, Tennessee.

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8 Ways to Explore Barfield Crescent Park

Bring bikes, bug spray, and clothes you don’t mind getting muddy, and get ready for a full day of nature fun for all ages.

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FEET ON THE GROUND, HEAD IN THE SKY: SUMMER IN RUTHERFORD COUNTY

From dazzling aerial maneuvers from the U.S.A.F. Thunderbirds to shopping and dining delights, get ready to make your summer spectacular with these favorite Smyrna experiences…

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Find Local Flavor at Area Farmers Markets

Summer time means peak season for fresh fruits, vegetables, and meats, and what better way to get them than at a bustling farmers market?

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The Local Scoop

If you’re looking for a local spot with lots of character and homemade touch, you won’t want to miss these four great ice cream shops.

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Get to Know the Area

Rutherford County, Tennessee is home to:
Murfreesboro, Smyrna, La Vergne, Eagleville.
Each offers its own unique local flavor. Click the points on the map to explore our towns

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Family Fun

From our award-winning children’s museum to the largest indoor rock climbing spot in the state, center yourself in fun.

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Sports & Recreation

Come Play in The Sports Capital of Tennessee. Discover our first-rate facilities and award-winning services!

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The MTSU Center for Historic Preservation welcomes Danielle Chapman to campus on March 19, 2024, to talk with students, faculty, and the public about her books, creative writing, and growing up in rural Tennessee. Chapman is a poet and writer who spent her summers as a child in Bedford County, living in her family’s historic home, which she now owns. The event will take place at 4:30 p.m. at the MT Center at 2269 Middle Tennessee Boulevard on the MTSU campus.
A lecturer in English at Yale University, Chapman recently published Holler: A Poet Among Patriots, a memoir. Boxed Juice, her second book of poems, will be released later in 2024. At MTSU, Chapman will read from Holler and discuss the art of nonfiction writing with Dr. Fred Arroyo, MTSU Associate Professor of English. The audience will then have the opportunity to ask questions. Cookies and beverages will be served, and books will be available for purchase.

In Conversation with Writer Danielle Chapman

February 14, 2024

The MTSU Center for Historic Preservation welcomes Danielle Chapman to campus on March 19, 2024, to...

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EGG HUNTS WITH THE EASTER BUNNY – APRIL 23, 24 ,29& 30

Egg Hunting field is open non-stop from 12 PM-5PM.

It’s one of the most egg-citing events of the year! Join the Easter Bunny, as he gets things hopping around Lucky Ladd Farms – Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park. This annual family tradition features baby farm animal encounters, meet and greets with the Easter Bunny, non-stop egg hunts with fun prize packs for kids, games and Easter crafts. It’s a great way to celebrate the spring season PLUS, all the farm’s standard attractions are included.

Lucky Ladd Farms is an award-winning 60-acre fun park that offers over 50+ inventive attractions that appeal to all ages, acres of playgrounds, petting zoo, pony rides, huge mega slides, nature trails, wagon rides, splash pad, barrel train rides, educational exhibits and more to fill your day with good old-fashioned fun.

Buy tickets online to guarantee entry & SAVE! Ticket valid for single-day general admission on exact date and time selected. Cannot guarantee entry to walk-ups at gate. Easter Festival activities are included free with standard Farm admission; this event is FREE for Season Pass Members. Limit one Easter Prize Pack per child. 

This is NOT a rain-or-shine event. In the case of inclement weather, please check the Farm's Facebook page wall at https://facebook.com/luckyladdfarms for announcements of unexpected closings and hours of operation. Weather-influenced cancellations will be made on or before 9:00 a.m. on date of the event.

Visit LuckyLaddFarms.com for more information.

Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny

February 16, 2024

EGG HUNTS WITH THE EASTER BUNNY – APRIL 23, 24 ,29& 30 Egg Hunting field is open non-stop...

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Saturday Stretch at Cedar Glade Brews in Murfreesboro, TN

Saturday Stretch with Tess at Cedar Glade Brews

February 19, 2024

Start the weekend off right! Come out to Cedar Glade Brews before they officially open on Saturday...

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