Lights On Afterschool (LOA) is a nationwide initiative, organized by the Afterschool Alliance, that unites thousands of community organizations and millions of people across the country to celebrate the importance of afterschool programs for youth and communities.
Several NAZA partners will be hosting community events this October to celebrate Lights On Afterschool. Support our out-of-school time programs and youth in Nashville by attending an LOA event near you!
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Mcavock High School | 3150 McGavock Pike | 5:30pm-6:30pm | Counter Punch Youth Academy
Families, students, and community members are invited to enjoy a fun, beginner-friendly non-contact boxing experience while learning how afterschool programs provide safe spaces for youth to build confidence, discipline, leadership, and healthy habits. Click here to view the event flyer.
To learn more about the event, contact robbie@counterpunchyouth.org.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Cleveland St Baptist Church | 608 Cleveland St | 4:30pm-6:00pm | Why We Can’t Wait, Inc.
Join the WWCW Afterschool Academy for a festive evening with parents, youth, volunteers, board members, public officials, and others from the community. They will showcase poems and presentations by youth participants as well as special guests, including Saxophonist Charlene Robertson, and featured speaker Judge Robin Kimbrough Hayes. Click here to view the event flyer.
For questions about the event, please contact 615-810-6630.
Goodlettsville Middle School | 300 S Main St | 5:00pm-6:30pm | Carnegie Writers
Join Carnegie Writers for a special youth presentation that is open to the public.
To learn more about the event, please contact Kemi@carnegiewriters.org.
Hadley Community Center | 1037 28th Ave N | 4:30pm-6:00pm | LEGENDS of Metro Parks @ Hadley
Join LEGENDS of Metro Parks at Hadley for fun evening featuring a pumpkin painting contest, music, treats, and games for all ages. Click here to view the event flyer.
For questions about the event, please call 615-862-8451.
Madison Middle School | 300 W Old Hickory Blvd | 4:30pm-5:30pm | DYMON in the Rough
Join DYMON as they shine a light on the power of afterschool programs! DYMON will host an immersive experience featuring engaging activities and inspiring stories from our girls at Madison Middle School about the importance of afterschool programs in their lives.
To learn more about the event, please contact mjones@dymon.org.
Mill Ridge Park | 12847 Old Hickory Blvd | 5:45pm-7:00pm | LEGENDS of Metro Parks @ Southeast
Join LEGENDS of Metro Parks at Southeast for a community night out at Mill Ridge Park. The special event will feature fun Fall activities including smores, karaoke, star gazing, and cider. Click here to view the event flyer
To learn more about the event, please contact treasure.hampton@nashville.gov.
Old Hickory Community Center | 1050 Donelson Ave | 4:00pm-5:30pm | LEGENDS of Metro Parks @ Old Hickory
Join LEGENDS of Metro Parks at Old Hickory for a Halloween Paint Party. Admission is free and youth and families are welcome. Click here to view the event flyer.
To learn more about the event, please contact elona.tribue@nashville.gov.