Throughout June – Movies Under the Stars
Bring the family for a fun night of Movies Under the Stars throughout the summer at various Murfreesboro locations on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Concessions are available for purchase. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Movies begin at dark. Admission to the show is free for all ages. For more information, call 615-893-7439 or email shicks@murfreesborotn.gov. Text MOVIE to 38276 to be notified of movie cancellations.

Schedule:
Week of June 5 – Vivo
Week of June 12 – Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
Week of June 19 – Princess and the Frog
Week of June 26 – DC League of SuperPets

Locations:
Mondays – Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Pkwy.)
Thursdays – Richard Siegel Neighborhood Park (515 Cherry Ln.)
Fridays (rain or shine, Food Truck Friday) – Patterson Park (521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.)
Saturdays – Fountains at Gateway (1500 Medical Center Pkwy.)

June 2–4 – Secret Garden Party and Tour
The Secret Garden Party benefiting the Discovery Center at Murfree Spring (502 SE Broad St.) returns for its 31st year on Friday, June 2, from 7–10 p.m. at the home of Susan and the Honorable Royce Taylor. The night features a “Farm to Table” theme with a seasonal menu crafted by Five Senses Restaurant alongside an open bar, live music, demonstrations by local artisans and a live auction. All proceeds benefit the Discovery Center. Tickets are $100 per person; you must be 21 or over to attend. In addition, the night includes an auction of trips, experiences, and gift packages donated by local businesses. A VIP cocktail hour for sponsors begins at 6 p.m. This party kicks off the return of the Secret Garden Tour on Saturday, June 3, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sunday, June 4, from 1–4 p.m. This is a self-guided walking tour that allows participants to explore and view private and public gardens in and around Murfreesboro. The tour is for all ages and tickets are $10 per person. For more information or sponsorship, visit explorethedc.org or call 615-890-2300.

June 2 – Friday Night Live Concert Series
The 2023 Friday Night Live Concert Series kicks off Friday, June 2, and continues one Friday night each month through September. Main Street Murfreesboro throws a musical party on the Murfreesboro Public Square from 6:30–9:30 p.m. There’s always room in front of the stage to cut a rug. Or, bring a chair and enjoy the music sitting down. Country artist Justin Kirk will perform on Friday, June 2. There is no cost to join. For more information, visit mainstreetmurfreesboro.org/friday-night-live.

June 3 – Pup Parade
The Pup Parade and Costume Contest hosted by Rutherford Business Builders takes place Saturday, June 3, from noon–2 p.m. at Hop Springs (6790 John Bragg Hwy.). Proceeds benefit Beesley Animal Foundation and other local charities. The event is free and open to the public. Contestants can register at bit.ly/rbbpupparade. Registration is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be prizes for Best Costume, Most Creative Costume and Best of Show. For more information, visit rutherfordbusinessbuilders.com.

June 3 – Simply Smyrna Celebration
The annual Simply Smyrna Celebration presented by Carpe Artista celebrates arts and culture in Rutherford County. This year’s event will be held at the Smyrna Depot District (101 Front St., Smyrna) on Saturday, June 3, from 5–9:30 p.m. Kick off summer and enjoy an evening of great music, food, cultural experiences and creativity. There is no cost to attend. For more information, visit carpeartista.com/simply-smyrna.

June 3 and 17 – Cruisin’ the ’Boro
Show off your car, listen to music and meet new friends at Cruisin’ the ’Boro on Saturdays, June 3 and 17, from 4–8 p.m. at River Rock Baptist Church (2248 Highway 99), hosted by the Murfreesboro Hot Rod Club. The day features music, door prizes and games for kids. Parking is a $1 donation to charity. Concessions are provided by the RRBC Youth Groups. Everyone is welcome. For more information, find Murfreesboro Hot Rod Club on Facebook or call 615-405-5271 or 615-556-0547.

June 6 and 20 – Checkers and Lemonade at Cannonsburgh Village
Come sit a spell and play a game of checkers while you enjoy a glass of lemonade under the shade trees in Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) on Tuesdays, June 6 and 20, at 10 a.m. Bring a friend and play a game or two. For more information call 615-801-2606 or email mbnevills@murfreesborotn.gov.

June 8 – Sip, Shop & Stroll and Art Crawl
Sip, Shop and Stroll downtown Murfreesboro on Thursday, June 8, from 5–8 p.m. Find unique gifts and clothes while enjoying delicious food and drinks. As an extra bonus, this year’s event is paired with the Boro Art Crawl. Participating shops include Joanie’s, Church Street Gallery, FunTiques Consignment, Sugaree’s, Veda’s, Liquid Smoke and others. For more information, find the Sip, Shop & Stroll & Art Crawl event on Facebook.

June 9 – International Folkfest
With dance groups from around the world, the International Folkfest in Murfreesboro promises to be full of excitement and education. Throughout the week, international groups will perform for area schools, youth and senior citizen organizations and for civic clubs. On Friday, June 9, the closing celebration will be hosted at The Grove, with dance troupes from France, Poland, Mexico and our local Cripple Creek Cloggers appearing in full costume. Enjoy live music by the Slim Chance Band, presentations, food trucks, visual artists and artisans, and a full day of family fun all around The Grove at Williamson Family Farm’s beautifully redesigned venue (3250 Wilkinson Pk.). There are two shows: 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Admission is $15. For more information, visit mboro-international-folkfest.org.

June 9 – Summer Career Fair 2023
Get ready to splash into a new career at the City of Murfreesboro’s second annual Summer Career Fair on Friday, June 9, from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at the City Hall Civic Plaza (111 W. Vine St.). More than 20 employers representing many different industries including FedEx, Murfreesboro Police Department, Embassy Suites and Chick-fil-A will be present. Employers interested are still welcome. For more information, visit murfreesborotn.gov and search Summer Career Fair 2023.

June 10 – Dog Days of Summer
Support Tree of Life Animal Sanctuary for a formal night of music, dancing, drinks, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction at Dog Days of Summer Gala on Saturday, June 10, from 7–10 p.m. at City of Murfreesboro Airport (1930 Memorial Blvd.). This will be their biggest event to date, and all proceeds benefit the new foster and education programs. Sponsorship and donation inquiries are welcome. The cost is $60 per person and $100 per couple. For more information, find Tree of Life Animal Sanctuary, Inc. on Facebook or find the Dog Days of Summer event on Eventbrite.

June 10 – Black Barn Summer Market & Craft Sale
Come out for the summer edition of the Black Barn Market & Craft Sale on Saturday, June 10, from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at Events at East 96 (9901 Lascassas Pk.) with over 125 vendors, live music and food trucks. The first sale was on Nov. 12 and had over 80 vendors and hundreds of shoppers. This is an outdoor event with live music and fun for the whole family. Multiple booth sizes are available. Apply to be a vendor at bit.ly/blackbarnsummersale. For more information, find The Black Barn Summer Market & Craft Sale event on Facebook.

June 10 – Remaking an Army
Following their hard-won victory at the Battle of Stones River, the Union Army of the Cumberland saw a number of major changes in armament and operations over the following six months. By the time they marched southwest to begin the Tullahoma Campaign, the men in blue enjoyed a major advantage over their opponents in the Confederate Army of Tennessee. Those advantages proved crucial during the summer of 1863, which saw the Army of the Cumberland drive its enemies out of Middle Tennessee and seize the vital city of Chattanooga. Visit Stones River National Battlefield (3501 Old Nashville Hwy.) on Saturday, June 10, for programs featuring artillery, musket, repeating rifle and Signal Service demonstrations that explore some of the key changes making the Union army a more formidable foe. Programs are offered at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. For more information, find the Remaking an Army event on Facebook.

June 10–11 – Great Tennessee Air Show
The Great Tennessee Air Show, presented by Nissan, is at the Smyrna Airport (278 Doug Warpoole Rd., Smyrna) on Saturday and Sunday, June 10 and 11. The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will take to the sky as the headlining performer. Other featured planes include Raptor F22s, a DC3, Corsair, Navy F35s, Fat Albert and many more. Gates open at 8 a.m. with static displays, vendors and exhibits. The Flight Line Club opens at 9 a.m. and the show ends at 4:30 p.m. Tickets are required for admission to the airport, though locals can see the planes in flight for miles around. For tickets, schedule and more information, visit greattennesseeairshow.com.

June 13 – Business After Hours
The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce holds its June Business After Hours at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 13, at Hop Springs Beer Park (6790 John Bragg Hwy., Murfreesboro). This is an informal social networking event designed to connect business professionals from across Rutherford County. Bring plenty of business cards. Admission is $15 for chamber members and $25 for future members. No registration is required. For more information on Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cuttings and other events, visit rutherfordchamber.org.

June 14–16 – Junior Gardener Camp
For sprouting new gardeners, the Rutherford County Master Gardeners at the UT Extension offers a Junior Camp Wednesday–Friday, June 14–16 from 8 a.m.–noon. The cost is $50 per camper and is open to rising 3rd–6th graders. Sign ups are required and space is limited. For more information, visit rutherford.tennessee.edu or call 317-340-4991.

June 15 – Splash Out at Seigel Park
The Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department presents Splash Out on Thursday, June 15, from 1–3 p.m. Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue will bring fire trucks and spray water out of their hoses at this free Splash Out event at Seigel Park (515 Cherry Ln.). For more information, call 615-893-7439 or email shicks@murfreesborotn.gov.

June 15 – The Connection at Champy’s
Champy’s World Famous Fried Chicken will host the June 2023 installment of The Connection: An Evening of Professional Networking and Business Brainstorming from 5–7 p.m. on Thursday, June 15. All Middle Tennessee entrepreneurs and professionals are welcome to attend this casual, free, no-obligation networking event, where they can meet other small business owners and tap into one another’s experience and energy. Champy’s is located at 1290 NW Broad St.

June 15 – ​​Mindful Care Game Show Fundraiser
Local nonprofit Mindful Care Adult Day Services is excited to announce its inaugural Game Show Fundraiser. The organization provides an adult day program for ages 55 and up; they provide a safe and caring environment for impaired senior adults and enhance the quality of life for them and their caregivers. Sponsorships help cover the expenses. The offer options are from $500 to $5,000 and offer multiple marketing opportunities for your business. Mindful Care Adult Day Services wants to help meet the rising challenge of dementia, primarily Alzheimer’s. The fundraiser takes place Thursday, June 15, from 6–9 p.m. at The Walnut House (116 N. Walnut St.). Tickets are $50. For more information, visit mindful-care.org or wildgoosechase.events, or call 615-904-4359.

June 16 – Everybody Drum Some
Everybody Drum Some founder Ross Lester continues the 3rd Friday Community Rhythm Event series for those who would like to join their neighbors in some drumming. The next community rhythm session kicks off at 6 p.m. on Friday, June 16, at Old Fort Park in Murfreesboro between the playground and outdoor tennis courts. (In the event of rain, drumming will be moved to the fellowship hall of St Patrick’s Anglican Church, but otherwise will take place in Old Fort Park; check the Everybody Drum Some Facebook page for updates.) There is no cost to participate, and people of all ages are invited to come join the drumming or to spectate. Participants may bring drums, shakers, tambourines, woodblocks or percussive instruments of any type, but instruments will also be available for use from the extensive Everybody Drum Some collection. For more information, visit everybodydrumsome.com or call 615-631-7458‬.

June 16 – Johns Lyng Tennessee Grand Opening Party
Join Steamatic for the ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration for the Nashville branch of Johns Lyng USA (162 Jefferson Pk., La Vergne) on Friday, June 16, from 12–7 p.m. All are welcome, including pups and kids. There will be food trucks, drinks, a bounce house, demonstrations of some of the services going on in the warehouse, lawn games, corn hole, door prizes and live music. There is no admission cost. For more information, find the Johns Lyng Tennessee Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening Party event on Eventbrite.

June 17 – Father’s Day Cookie Decorating
Bring the family to a Father’s Day Cookie Decorating event on Saturday, June 17, from 9 a.m.–5 p.m., at Overflow Brews & Bakes (115 N. Maple St. on the Square). Children can help create the perfect homemade cookie for Dad, Granddad or friends. Everything is supplied. There will be a cookie decorating station and a selfie station for everyone to enjoy and create an awesome day of memories. Cost is $5, or 3 cookies for $10, with decorations included. For more information, visit overflowb.com or call 615-900-1679.

June 17 – Juneteenth Freedom Day
In honor of Juneteenth Independence Day, Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center (415 S. Academy St.) puts on a three-block event, Freedom Day, on Saturday, June 17, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Enjoy a Kids’ Zone with free games and activities, food vendors, artists and live music and dancing. There is no cost to attend. For more information, call 615-962-8773.

June 17 – RC Cola-MoonPie Festival
This wacky, fun-for-the-whole-family festival celebrates the South’s original fast food: an ice-cold RC Cola and a fresh MoonPie at the RC Cola-MoonPie Festival. The festival is held annually on the third Saturday in June. Smiling visitors from all over the world (there’s a “who traveled the furtherest” contest!) enjoy plenty of music, cloggers, contests, MoonPie games, and a colorful parade on Saturday, June 17, from 7 a.m.–5 p.m. at Bell Buckle Historic District (4 Railroad Sq., Bell Buckle). Kick things off with 10-mile and 5K races on certified courses on scenic but challenging routes. All pre-registered runners are guaranteed a race shirt, and at the completion of the race all runners are invited to enjoy a complimentary breakfast with biscuits and all the fixings, fruit and, of course, RCs and MoonPies. After the race the festivities begin. The parade is a perennial crowd favorite culminating in the crowning of the King and Queen of the Festival. The grand finale is the cutting of the World’s Largest MoonPie, which provides free dessert for all. For more information, visit bellbucklechamber.com and find Events or contact rccolamoonpierace@gmail.com.

Through June 18 – Wedding Dresses Across Decades
The Wedding Dresses Across Decades and Cultures exhibit at The Woman’s Club of Murfreesboro (221 E. College St.) will continue through Sunday, June 18. Visitors can view a collection of wedding dresses including dresses from the roaring twenties, the year of the stock market crash, World War II and the Korean War, and the mid-1800s. Dresses from China, Japan, India and South Korea will also be on display. The exhibit is open Fridays and Saturdays, June 9, 10, 16 and 17, from 10 a.m.–5 p.m., and on Sundays, June 11 and 18, from 1–5 p.m. Admission at the door is $15 (cash and checks only, please).

June 19–23 – First United Methodist Church VBS
Those called to serve God are invited to First United Methodist Church’s Vacation Bible School from June 19–23 from 8:45 a.m.–noon for children 4 and up. There is no cost to join and everyone gets a free shirt and free snacks. As kids experience stories from the Bible through music, storytelling, games, crafts and science they’ll learn that heroes are called to follow Jesus, help others, work together, and show grace. For more information or to register a child, visit fumcm.org/vbs.

June 23–25 – Bucket City Brewery Cup
The first annual Bucket City Brewery Cup is an adult tournament for men and women from Friday–Sunday, June 23–25, at Richard Siegel Soccer Complex (515 Cherry Lane Dr.). It was started to provide an opportunity for female and male adult amateur teams from around the region to participate in a unique tournament experience with two things in common—a love of soccer and beer. Murfreesboro is home to the oldest Cedar Bucket and a growing brewery scene along with many attractions in greater Nashville. Nashville is also home to Nashville SC of Major League Soccer. Enjoy a fun weekend of competition in Middle Tennessee. For more information, visit murfreesboro.kingshammer.com.

June 24 – Darren’s Heart in Motion Car and Bike Show
The Darren Welker Servant Heart Fund presents the Heart in Motion Car and Bike Show on SRM Concrete Headquarters (1000 Hollingshead Cir., Smyrna) on Saturday, June 24, from 8 a.m.–1:30 p.m. All wheels are welcome. Whether you’re a motorcycle fanatic or a classic car enthusiast, join the fun and competitions of the day. The entry fee for the show is $20 (spectators are free). There are plenty of door-prize giveaways, a 50/50 drawing, and first 50 entries receive a commemorative dash plaque. There is also food on site. Registration is from 8–10 a.m. with judging from 11 a.m.–noon and awards at 1 p.m. Awards include Top 40 (judged by experienced personnel), People’s Choice and Darren’s Choice. Donations can be made at darrenwelkerservantheartfund.org. For more information, find the Darren’s Heart in Motion Car and Bike Show event on Facebook.

June 24 – Caffeine & Chrome
Calling all car enthusiasts: on Saturday, June 24, and the last Saturday of every month, join Gateway Classic Cars for Caffeine & Chrome from 9 a.m.–noon. This event is free and open to the public. Cruise in with your collectible car or daily driver and bring your appetite. Indulge in pastries and coffee (while supplies last). All makes and models are welcome, and there is plenty of parking space (700 Swan Dr., Smyrna). This is a family- and pet-friendly event. For more information, find the Caffeine and Chrome event on Facebook.

June 24 – Promoting Pawns Fundraiser
Rutherford County’s Promoting Pawns Initiative is a program that provides chess enrichment curriculum to at-risk youth in Rutherford County. This fundraiser is to raise awareness of the benefits and need for critical thinking and life skills training for at-risk youth. Organizers believe that chess is a valuable tool for teaching children critical thinking and life skills. Come out on Saturday, June 24, from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at Congressman Scott Desjarlais’ conference room at The Fountains (1500 Medical Center Pwky.). The day features a chess tournament and a keynote speech from a well-known figure in the field of education. If you are unable to attend, donations and a letter or resolution are welcome. For more information, contact rob4rctn@gmail.com or 615-426-7373.

June 26 – Murfreesboro Chess Lunch
Who wants to play a game of chess? Community members interested in the initiative of teaching others the game of chess, helping raise funds and interest for getting the game in the schools, sharing ideas on how chess can benefit others, involving their organization in promoting the game, or just desiring to gather with other chess enthusiasts to play and discuss chess can come to a Murfreesboro Chess Lunch at Carmen’s Taqueria (206 W. Northfield Blvd.) from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. on Monday, June 26. For more information, email rmitchell@rutherfordcountytn.gov or call 615-426-7373‬.

June 26 – Chord
The next Chord meeting is on Monday, June 26, from 6–7:30 p.m. at Greenhouse Ministries (307 S. Academy St.) in the community meeting room. Chord’s mission is to help form connections between live local music performance groups, building harmony and partnerships that will help the community reach its full musical potential. For more information, email thomchristy@gmail.com or gsc714@gmail.com.

June 27 – Murfreesboro Tech Council Social
The Murfreesboro Tech Council invites everyone to the park for a relaxed networking event on Tuesday, June 27, from 5:30–7 p.m. at Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Pkwy., Pavilion 1). Step away from your desks and connect with tech enthusiasts and professionals while enjoying nature’s beauty. Engage in meaningful conversations, foster collaborations and build valuable relationships in a laid-back environment. The whole family is welcome; RSVP requested. For more information, visit murfreesborotechnology.com/events.

July 1 – Constitution Bootcamp
The Constitution Study will hold a Constitution Study Mini-Bootcamp in Shelbyville, Tennessee, on Saturday, July 1. The Constitution Study Patriots behind the event aim to send participants away with tools to defend and assert the rights protected by the U.S. Constitution and the confidence to show the consequences any government actor can expect should they proceed with infringing upon protected rights. The event will be at the Microtel Inn Shelbyville (1207 N. Main St., Shelbyville) and doors will open at 10:30 a.m. Pizza will be provided for lunch. Tickets are free, but donations ($10 per person suggested) would be appreciated. Find out more and register for the event at constitutionstudy.com/bootcamp or contact Paul Engel at 931-492-1162.

Mondays – Connect Murfreesboro
Join Connect Murfreesboro each Monday from 9–10 a.m. at BoomBozz Craft Pizza & Taphouse (2839 Medical Center Pkwy.) for a casual networking event designed to connect professionals, build relationships, drive referrals and help grow businesses. Please prepare a 60-second pitch about who you are and what you do, as well as a specific referral request for attendees on what can be done to help promote your business. The approximately 20-minute-period at the end of each meeting is reserved for members to set up one-on-ones and socialize. For more information or directions, visit connectnashvillenetworking.com/events.

Tuesdays and Fridays – Rutherford County Farmers’ Market
Beginning the second Friday in May, the Rutherford County Agricultural Extension Cooperation returns for a producer-only farmers’ market in the indoor/open-air community center at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John R. Rice Blvd.).The RCFM is open from 7 a.m.–noon every Tuesday and Friday. Market vendors hail from over 20 Middle Tennessee counties and sell a wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, baked and canned goods, flowers, plants and more. For more information, visit rutherford.tennessee.edu/farmers-market, email hlambert@utk.edu, or call 615-898-7710 or 615-785-0862.

Wednesdays – Networking for Awesome People
Are you looking to meet and connect with other local business owners? Do you want to grow your network and pick up some skills along the way? Networking for Awesome People meets each week on Wednesdays at 9 a.m. at the Rutherford County Veterans Community Center (439 Rice St.). All you need to bring is a good attitude. Each attendee gets about a minute to explain what they do and what they need, followed by a discussion question of the week. Networking for Awesome People encourages open discussion to help everyone grow. For more information, find a Networking for Awesome People group on Facebook.

Wednesdays – Boro 2 Square Running Group
The Boro 2 Square running group meets at Mayday Brewery (521 Old Salem Rd.) every Wednesday at 6 p.m. The group welcomes runners of all paces looking to get out to run and socialize with other runners. Normal run distances are between 3 and 5 miles. Participants are welcome to hang out and socialize at Mayday following the run. For more information, visit facebook.com/boro2square.

Thursdays – Mad Cow Trek Club
The Mad Cow Trek Club running group meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. at Panther Creek Brews (714 W. Main St.). The group embarks on a route of 4–8 miles and welcomes runners of all paces and abilities. Affiliated with the Mad Cow Running Company in McMinnville, the Trek Club hosts races and free get-togethers to share its love of running with the community. Find Mad Cow Running Company (MCRC) on Facebook for course routes and more details. All runners are encouraged to stay after each run for food and drinks.

Fridays – Murfreesboro Community Chess
Murfreesboro Community Chess meets at the Murfreesboro Barnes & Noble (within The Avenue, 2615 Medical Center Pkwy.) every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. Organizers invite those of all ages and skill levels to this casual chess meetup each week.

Fridays – Funny Friday Comedy Showcase
The Holistic Connection in Murfreesboro presents “Funny Fridays,” a weekly comedy showcase and open mic hosted by Willi Will, every Friday. The show kicks off at 7 p.m. with open mic time following at 8 p.m. The Holistic Connection is located at 527 N. Thompson Ln. For more information, 615-603-7356 or visit theholisticconnectiontn.com.

Saturdays – Smyrna Depot Farmers Market
Beginning May 20, Carpe Artista returns with the Smyrna Depot Farmers Market in partnership with the Town of Smyrna from 8 a.m.–noon at the Historic Smyrna Front Street Depot District (98 Front St.). For more information, visit carpeartista.com/farmers-market or call 615-984-4038.

Saturdays – Murfreesboro Saturday Market
Beginning May 6, Main Street Saturday Market returns to downtown Murfreesboro. The weekly farmers market will take place on the Murfreesboro Public Square every Saturday from 8 a.m.–noon through the end of October. Spend the day with real farmers, real food and real community. For more information, find Murfreesboro Saturday Market on Facebook.

Saturdays in June – Historical Society Coffee & Conversation
The Rutherford County Historical Society has been preserving and promoting Murfreesboro’s local history since 1971. Whether researching your family, your property or perhaps just old fun facts, the RCHS is an exceptional resource. The RCHS hosts Coffee & Conversation each Saturday morning from 9 a.m.–noon at the Ransom School House Museum (717 N. Academy St.). This is very informal, fun and informative. Bring old photos or questions about the past to ask members. Enjoy free coffee and donuts. For more information, visit rutherfordtnhistory.org.