This weekend in Clarksville: Back to School Splash, new play ‘Museum,’ downtown market

by Chris Smith

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Things are slowing down as the start of school nears, but there’s still plenty going on, including a Back to School Splash and the first show for our new Clarksville Community Theatre.

Back to School Splash

Where: Civitan Park, 350 Bellamy Lane
When: Saturday, Aug. 1, noon-3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Details: Montgomery County Parks and Recreation presents giant water inflatables, a toddler splash zone and a foam party. A Reverse Water Parade from 1-2 p.m. will allow families to walk past emergency and public service vehicles that spray water along the route, followed by a Balloon Battle at 2 p.m. for ages 8 and older. Food trucks on-site.

‘Museum’

Where: Sara and Mike Gotcher Theatre, 8th Ave. and Jackson Alley
When: July 31-Aug. 2: Friday and Saturday 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 2 p.m.
Cost: Tickets $15-$20 online
Details: Clarksville Community Theatre will present its inaugural production, Museum, by Tina Howe. Set inside a bustling art museum over the course of a single day, the comedy follows a colorful collection of visitors.

Clarksville Downtown Market

Where: Public Square, 1 Public Square
When: Saturdays, May 9-Oct. 3, from 8 a.m. to noon
Cost: Free
Details: Locally grown produce, food items and handmade crafts from local farmers and artisans.

| DON’T MISS AN EVENT: For more Clarksville things to do, check out the Summer fun guide or the Clarksville Events calendar.