Press Releases

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Williamson County Convention and Visitors Bureau (WCCVB) is proud to forge a partnership with Columbia State Community College and its brand new Hospitality and Tourism Management program. The program, which begins in the fall of 2016 and is the only of its kind in the Middle Tennessee area, will train students…

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – As the calendar turns to February and Valentine’s Day approaches, the five-day Love, Americana Style celebration in Franklin will by highlighted by events such as a Puppy […]

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Williamson County Convention and Visitors Bureau is excited to welcome three new events from Acklen Park Productions; Beer Bacon & Bourbon, Franklin Hot Air Balloon Festival, […]

FRANKLIN, Tenn.  – Valentine’s Day glimmers on the horizon and Franklin wants to help you share the love. Love, Americana Style is a five-day celebration that will take place February 10-14, 2016 to commemorate Valentine’s Day, from break-up to make-up and everything in between. Whether it’s a candlelight dinner and live Jazz with a romantic…

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Williamson County Convention and Visitors Bureau (WCCVB) has added Matthew Maxey to its staff in the newly created position of Public Relations Coordinator. Maxey will oversee efforts by the WCCVB to create, manage and implement public relations campaigns that will create interest in Visit Franklin as a travel destination of choice…

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Valentine’s Day glimmers on the horizon and Franklin’s Great American Main Street wants to help you celebrate. Love, Americana Style is a five-day themed celebration that takes place February […]

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The holiday season is here! Festivals, parades, tree lightings and shop-til-you-drop deals are in full swing throughout Franklin and the unique communities of Williamson County. We’ve got the rundown on what’s going on. Santa Claus is making daily appearances at the CoolSprings Galleria now through Christmas eve. When he’s not feeding his reindeer, you…

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Franklin, Tennessee is making its mark on the live music scene, elevated by the success of the recent inaugural Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival, proclaimed to be “arguably the best curated (festival) of the year” by Rolling Stone.  This Southern suburb of Nashville, known for its Civil War attractions, historic preservation accomplishments,…

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Calling all music lovers, there’s a new festival happening in Franklin, Tennessee September 26 & 27, 2015. It’s not just any festival. It’s the Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival, a two-day experience with an incredible lineup of more than 30 musicians led by legendary artists Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow and Steven Tyler.…

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Williamson County achieved another record year of growth in visitor spending for travel and tourism, Tennessee’s second largest industry. That means more dollars spent at local attractions, […]

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant in downtown Franklin, Tenn., has been named one of the best barbecue restaurants in the country, according to a new book released last […]

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival is thrilled to announce the first wave of artists for their inaugural line-up taking place at The Park at Harlinsdale in Franklin, TN on September 26 and 27, 2015. Early Bird passes and VIP packages are available beginning today. The festival is announcing the following acts, with…