Matthew Maxey

FRANKLIN, Tennessee –  Visit Franklin has promoted Brendan Johansen to Senior Director of Sales. Since joining Visit Franklin in July 2019, Johansen has led efforts to recruit top-rated meetings, conventions, […]

FRANKLIN, Tennessee – The Williamson County Convention & Visitors Bureau, known publicly as Visit Franklin, announces its celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week by highlighting the profound impact of tourism throughout Williamson County. In conjunction with this celebration, Visit Franklin is excited to unveil the remodeled Visitor Center in downtown Franklin and offer engaging community events. National Travel and…

FRANKLIN, Tennessee –  The visitor center in downtown Franklin is set to be renovated to accommodate the needs of both visitors and locals beginning in March and will reopen later […]

FRANKLIN, Tennessee –  Visit Franklin is currently undergoing a study to understand each unique community across Williamson County’s distinctive assets and the residents’ perspective of the community they call home. Residents of Williamson County and those who work in the county are asked and encouraged to share their opinions through a survey here, February 5 – 25. Anyone who completes…

FRANKLIN, Tennessee –  Visit Franklin has unveiled its official 2024 vacation guide magazine. The free guide serves as the area’s primary tourism advertising and promotional piece and highlights each of the unique communities of Williamson County. It showcases the individual experiences, history, flavors, and Southern charm that have made Williamson County one of the most desirable destinations in the Southeast.…

FRANKLIN, Tennessee –  This holiday season, locals and visitors alike can find a plethora of festive experiences and events across Williamson County, and Visit Franklin is launching a Holiday Trot Adventure Pass to help people enjoy it all. Beginning November 20, the downloadable Holiday Trot Adventure Pass will highlight holiday events across the county, along with family-friendly events and discounts…

FRANKLIN, Tennessee –  Visitor spending in Williamson County set a new record in 2022 by generating $1.195 billion in direct visitor spending, according to newly released data compiled by the […]

FRANKLIN, Tennessee –  The Williamson County Convention & Visitors Bureau, known publicly as Visit Franklin, is celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week by showcasing the positive impact of tourism across […]

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Williamson County Convention and Visitors Bureau, known publicly as Visit Franklin, has added David A. Edwards to its staff in the newly expanded role of Vice President of Finance and Administration. Edwards will oversee and manage all aspects of the convention and visitor bureau’s accounting and record keeping, in addition to serving as the organization’s principal…

FRANKLIN, Tenn. –  A new vintage trolley hop-on, hop-off tour that will allow guests to experience Franklin and Leiper’s Fork at their own pace, without a car, has launched from Gray Line Tennessee. The Franklin Hop will take guests on an entertaining 90-minute loop, with expert guides pointing out over 50 points of interest and sharing the many stories of…

FRANKLIN, Tennessee –  Ahead of Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival, venues across Franklin and Leiper’s Fork will have special live music performances beginning at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, September 22, at The Harpeth Hotel and running through Friday night. Locals and visitors alike can extend the festival weekend even longer by experiencing some of the local area’s most iconic music stages…