Kids' activities in Collierville: free library and museum story times every week, park playgrounds, two spray parks, a nature trail and rainy-day picks.
Last checked Oct. 17, 2026. Sources: the Burch Library calendar, the town’s event calendar, parks directory, spray park page, the Morton Museum and Harrell Live. Program days can change; check the calendar before you go.
Collierville’s best deals for small children are free and weekly: story times at the Burch Library on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings and Friday story time at the Morton Museum. Outdoors there are playgrounds in most of the town’s 12 parks, two spray parks in summer, and the Peterson Lake nature trail at W.C. Johnson Park.
Who to call
- Burch Library, children’s programs: 901-457-2601
- Morton Museum: 901-457-2650
- Parks office (spray parks, playgrounds): 901-457-2770
- Program registration: 901-457-2769
Weekly story times
| Day | Program | Ages | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, 10:30 a.m. | Tiny Tots | Birth to 23 months | Burch Library |
| Tuesday, 10:15 a.m. | Toddler Storytime: books, songs, crafts | 24 to 35 months | Burch Library |
| Tuesday, 11 a.m. | Learn n’ Play, open play group | 2 to 5 | Burch Library |
| Wednesday, 10:15 a.m. | Reading Readiness Storytime | 3 to 5 | Burch Library |
| Wednesday, 11 a.m. | Full STEAM Ahead; same-day tickets, first come | 2 to 5 | Burch Library |
| Friday, 10:30 a.m. | Museum story time: stories, songs, art tied to town history | 2 to 4, siblings welcome | Morton Museum, 196 N. Main St. |
The library is at 501 Poplar View Parkway, open Monday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. The museum is free, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For older kids at the library
- STEMsters: a new hands-on STEM challenge each session for grades 2 to 5; registration required.
- LEGO Club: drop-in building, bricks provided, for grades 6 and under; finish the challenge and your build goes on display. Monthly on Mondays at 5 p.m.
- Intro to Karate for Kids: ages 6 to 13, Saturdays at 4 p.m. on set dates; registration required.
- Read to Me, Please!: children read to the library’s dog, Job, on set afternoons; see the calendar.
- Homeschool Hangout: an open space for homeschoolers of all ages; registration required.
Playgrounds and parks
From the town’s parks directory:
| Park | Address | For kids |
|---|---|---|
| W.C. Johnson Park | 419 W.C. Johnson Park Drive | Playground, spray park, Peterson Lake nature trail, restrooms |
| Suggs Park | 163 E. South St. | Playground, splash pad (no pass), dog park, restrooms |
| H.W. Cox Park | 440 W. Powell Road | Playground, QR Fit Trail, restrooms |
| Nikki McCray Park | 274 Harris Park St. | Playground, walking trail, restrooms |
| Hinton Park | 10524 E. Holmes Road | Playground, walking trail, restrooms |
| Estanaula Park | 1350 S. Byhalia Road | Playground, tennis courts, pavilion |
Ashton Woods, Oakmont and Planters Ridge parks also have playgrounds. The Johnson Park boardwalk to the overlook gazebo was closed in summer 2026 for replacement; call 901-457-2770 to check it has reopened.
Spray parks
Two spray parks, built for children 12 and under, with no lifeguard: W.C. Johnson Park (free resident family pass from the Collierville Fitness Center, or $10 per person for nonresidents, bought in advance) and Suggs Park (no pass). In 2026 they ran May 18 to Labor Day, Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Details on our summer camps and pools page.
Rainy-day picks
- Burch Library story times and clubs, above.
- Morton Museum of Collierville History, 196 N. Main St.: free exhibits and hands-on Living History Labs, such as making a harvest wreath on Thursday, Nov. 12, at noon.
- Harrell Theatre, 440 W. Powell Road: the town’s Harrell Live series has family shows, including Puppy Pals Live with rescued dogs on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, at 3 p.m., and Chris Funk, The Wonderist, magic and music, on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2027, at 7 p.m. Tickets through Freshtix.
- Town Square trains: the historic train cars and depot sit beside the square; see our Town Square guide.
Seasonal
Halloween, Christmas and spring events for families are on our Halloween events, holiday lights and Christmas events and Easter pages.
More: free things to do in Collierville and dog-friendly Collierville.
Frequently asked questions
Where are story times in Collierville?
The Burch Library, 501 Poplar View Parkway, holds free story times Monday to Wednesday mornings for babies through preschoolers, and the Morton Museum holds a free story time for ages 2 to 4 every Friday at 10:30 a.m.
Where is the splash pad in Collierville?
The town has two spray parks, at W.C. Johnson Park and Suggs Park. In 2026 they ran May 18 to Labor Day; Johnson Park needs a free resident pass, and Suggs Park needs none.
What can kids do in Collierville on a rainy day?
Go to the Burch Library for story times, LEGO Club or STEM programs, visit the free Morton Museum of Collierville History, or catch a family show at the Harrell Theatre.
Which Collierville parks have playgrounds?
The town’s directory lists playgrounds at W.C. Johnson, H.W. Cox, Suggs, Nikki McCray, Hinton, Estanaula, Ashton Woods, Oakmont and Planters Ridge parks, among others.
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