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VISIT FRANKLIN MAKES GENERAL ADMISSION FREE FOR ALL FANS AT THE 2026 SIMMONS BANK OPEN
DETAILS: VISIT FRANKLIN MAKES GENERAL ADMISSION FREE FOR ALL FANS AT THE 2026 SIMMONS BANK OPENFRANKLIN, Tennessee — Visit Franklin has partnered with the Simmons Bank Open for the Snedeker Foundation to make all general-admission tickets to the tournament complimentary for all fans. The tournament […]

VISIT FRANKLIN INVESTS IN THE VISITOR EXPERIENCE WITH NEW SENIOR DIRECTOR AND RISING INDUSTRY RECOGNITION
DETAILS: VISIT FRANKLIN INVESTS IN THE VISITOR EXPERIENCE WITH NEW SENIOR DIRECTOR AND RISING INDUSTRY RECOGNITIONFRANKLIN, Tennessee — Visit Franklin is continuing to invest in how people experience the destination, reinforcing its mission to help Williamson County thrive. Creating a welcoming, connected experience for visitors remains a top priority. That commitment is reflected in the addition of new senior leadership and the continued growth of…

VISIT FRANKLIN NAMED DESTINATION MARKETING ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR
DETAILS: VISIT FRANKLIN NAMED DESTINATION MARKETING ORGANIZATION OF THE YEARFRANKLIN, Tennessee – Visit Franklin has been named Destination Marketing Organization of the Year (Large Division) by the Tennessee Hospitality & Tourism Association. The award was presented during the 2025 […]

VISIT FRANKLIN TO LAUNCH NEW “FARMS & FIELDS” DIGITAL PASSPORT THROUGHOUT WILLIAMSON COUNTY
DETAILS: VISIT FRANKLIN TO LAUNCH NEW “FARMS & FIELDS” DIGITAL PASSPORT THROUGHOUT WILLIAMSON COUNTYFRANKLIN, Tennessee—Visit Franklin has announced the upcoming launch of its newest digital passport, Farms & Fields: An Agritourism Trail. Launching September 15, 2025, this free, mobile-exclusive passport invites visitors and locals alike to explore the rich agricultural heritage of Williamson County. From petting baby goats and strolling through apple orchards…

VISITOR SPENDING IN WILLIAMSON COUNTY GENERATED $1.37 BILLION IN 2024
DETAILS: VISITOR SPENDING IN WILLIAMSON COUNTY GENERATED $1.37 BILLION IN 2024FRANKLIN, Tennessee – Visitor spending in Williamson County set a new record in 2024 by generating $1.37 billion in direct visitor spending, according to newly released data from Tourism Economics […]

VISIT FRANKLIN TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL TRAVEL & TOURISM WEEK WITH FREE BLOCK PARTY AND COMMUNITY EXPERIENCES
DETAILS: VISIT FRANKLIN TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL TRAVEL & TOURISM WEEK WITH FREE BLOCK PARTY AND COMMUNITY EXPERIENCESFRANKLIN, Tennessee – Visit Franklin will mark National Travel & Tourism Week, May 4–10, 2025, with a series of celebratory events spotlighting the people, places, and passion that make Williamson County a standout destination to visitors. Anchoring the week’s festivities is the return of a free, family-friendly Community Block Party…