No matter what time of year you visit, there’s no shortage of things to do in Franklin! From annual street festivals to unforgettable music events, come experience the warmth of Franklin’s Southern hospitality for yourself.
Open Mic at Kokomo Every Wednesday! Come out and enjoy local talent or make plans to play while you're in town! Sign up to play by emailing: 6stringsandme@chiwapapublishing.com or message @6stringsandme on Instagram
Enjoy the Farmers Market at The Factory, every Wednesday through October! Featuring local area produce, meats, dairy, honey, baked goods, crafts, kids activities, and so much more – add a stop to The Factory to your weekly schedule! Pets on leashes are permitted.
Housed in the KINGS Whiskey Room Live, Clean Enough for TV is a weekly comedy open mic and Showcase that features Nashville’s funniest comics! FREE ADMISSION to our Wednesday Open Mic! Sign up at 7:30PM show starts at 8PM! Bring your friends and hang out for a few laughs. Drinks and food available. The Clean […]
Join us every Sunday night from 5pm to 8pm at Amendment XVIII Cocktail Club for live jazz. Immerse yourself in the smooth, soulful sounds of local jazz musicians while sipping on expertly crafted cocktails. Whether you're winding down the weekend or kicking off your evening, our intimate setting and relaxed vibe make it the perfect […]
Experience the best of local talent every Thursday night from 7pm to 9pm at Amendment XVIII Cocktail Club. Our Singer-Songwriter Night showcases up-and-coming artists as they perform original songs in an intimate, cozy setting. Enjoy a night of heartfelt music and creative cocktails, perfect for music lovers and those looking to discover new sounds. Come […]
An exhibit about the pioneer families of Williamson County.
Williamson County Archives and Museum is proud to present Williamson 225: One County, Many Voices. This special exhibition features original Williamson County artifacts and records that highlight important stories from our community.
Williamson County Archives and Museum is excited to present: Williamson 225. One County. Many Voices. This new exhibition will debut in October, as part of our community wide celebration of the 225th anniversary of the founding of Franklin and Williamson County, TN. We are excited to display a new set of county records, artifacts, and […]
Join us at the Moore-Morris History and Culture Center for a reception on October 30 celebrating our newest exhibition: “Tracing the Past: Historical Maps of Williamson County.” Managing Director Nat Taylor will speak about the inspiration behind the collection, and light refreshments will be provided. This reception is FREE and open to the public.
Meet The History Channel's "Forged in Fire" Judge, Bladesmith David Baker, as he sells knives during a meet & greet at The Factory at Franklin's Art Crawl from 6:00pm- 9:00pm on Friday, November 1st. He'll be stationed at Bob's Blacksmithing studio near the entrance of the Factory's Liberty Hall. All ages welcome!
Rachel Summers Friday November 1st Hailing from Birmingham, Alabama, Rachel Summers is a singer/songwriter now based in Nashville. She is quickly making her mark on this town. Be sure to reserve your table to be among the first to hear this exceptional talent. Use the link provided to make a reservation today!
Sara Sells is a monthly warehouse event offering unbeatable prices on high-quality furniture ranging from sofas, dining tables, bedroom furniture, lighting, home decor, and more! The highlight? You can take your purchases home the same day of the sale! Sara Sells also provides options for alternate pickup days and local delivery. Join us in person on Saturday or online on Sunday! Visit www.sarasells.com for additional information.
Join us for a night of curiously crafted brews🍻 and some good tunes! 🎶 Bring your friends or even the family to enjoy a special performance by Micheal Lynch & Shawn O’Brien from “The Voice”’s season 5. Show starts at 6pm and will be free entry! Don’t miss out on this treat! 🍻
Josh Varnes Saturday November 2nd Josh Varnes is a songwriter and singer that hails from San Antonio, Texas. Josh moved to Nashville after a long stint as a traveling Registered Nurse to pursue a songwriting career. Raised on just about every genre of music, he has a vocal style that is distinctly country but versatile enough to sing almost anything. Josh is currently playing shows on Broadway, playing writers rounds, and writing every chance he can. Use the event link to make a reservation today!
Exhibition of new work and encaustic painting demonstration from artist Lynne Miller
The market has produce, meats, dairy, honey, jams, jellies, pickled veggies, sauces, spices, olive oil, vinegars, artisan breads and pastries, coffee, beverages, arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing, food trucks and so much more. Every Sunday year-round.
Hey everyone in Franklin and Nashville, Jack Cassidy, Todd Pachey, Estella Kirk and Griffin Coffey will be live at 19 Miles to Music Row next week on Tuesday, November 5 at 6:30 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/events/3985768361654502 19 Miles to Music Row Feel Good Decision Night Edition. Don’t make excuses, just join us for a great show that celebrates incredible songwriters and musicians. It seems like the Dodgers love Jack. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/PGrXBvysuAgrN5sF/ Let’s share the love in Franklin and Nashville. Come on out for a good time.
🎄✨ Join us for our Annual Christmas Open House at Harpeth True Value! ✨🎄 📅 Date: November 7th ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Location: Harpeth True Value, 203 Downs Blvd, Franklin Kick off the holiday season with us! Enjoy tasty treats, live holiday music, kids' crafts, and exclusive discounts on seasonal items. […]
This one-hour Community Talk Marching Home: Union Veterans and Their Unending Civil War by guest speaker/author, Brian Matthew Jordan, PhD marks not only the 225th anniversary of the City of Franklin, but also marks 160th anniversary of the Battle of Franklin. When Franklin was founded in 1799, little did she or any of her citizens expect in just 62 years they would be asked to choose sides and fight for the future of this nation. At 63 have the United States build a fortification, and at 65 have the Battle of Franklin crash into and through this small town. Dr.
Come join us in Leiper’s Fork for the 9th annual Pickin’ Leiper’s Fork Antique, Vintage and Artisan show. Curated vendors will be bringing their best treasures for you to discover and no reproductions are allowed. This is an outdoor event. Rain or shine. Hosted by PROPS, Leiper’s Fork. Questions? hello@propsleipersfork.com November 8: 12 – 5pmNovember 9: […]
The Franklin Flea Market is your chance to find treasures old and new. Shop over 500 indoor and outdoor booths of dealers selling antiques, collectibles, jewelry, clothes, bath & body, surplus and more. Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 10am-4pm. Free admission $5 parking
Join us for an exciting evening with Justus Wayne Thomas at Landmark Booksellerson Saturday, November 9, from 6 PM to 8 PM. Justus will be discussing his new photography book, The River Will Be a Part of Us, where he explores the profound connection between nature and human experience through stunning imagery. Event Highlights: Book Talk: Justus will share insights into the creative process behind his photography and the themes of the book. Photography Presentation: Attendees will have the opportunity to view a selection of Justus’s captivating photographs that accompany his work. Book Signing: Following the presentation, Justus will be available to sign copies of his book. Don’t
The market has produce, meats, dairy, honey, jams, jellies, pickled veggies, sauces, spices, olive oil, vinegars, artisan breads and pastries, coffee, beverages, arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing, food trucks and so much more. Every Sunday year-round.
Come join us for live music in our Garden Grille restaurant and bar! The set will be solo acoustic covering folk, country, and all of your favorite hits.
The one-hour Community Talk: Gangrene and Glory: Civil War Medicine and Surgeries by James B. Atkinson, III, M.D., Ph.D. Professor Emeritus of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and longtime Williamson County resident is a part of the Battle of Franklin 160th Anniversary programming events during Franklin’s 225th Anniversary. Dr. Atkinson stepped on the Vanderbilt campus in the fall of 1969 and never left. He received his B.A. at Vanderbilt in 1973 and entered the combined degree program and received M.D. and Ph.D. degrees in 1981. After completing his Residency training in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at
Join Brooke & Steve Giannetti to celebrate the launch of their newest book, Patina Homes & Gardens! Hosted by Editor in Chief of Luxe Interiors & Design, Jill Cohen, this gathering will be complete with music from Nashville’s own Abigail Rose, cocktails (and a sweet sheep meet and greet!) with Black Nose Sheep Milk Vodka, and small bites by Bezoe! We hope you will join us.
Join Us for the 2nd Annual Fall Market! When: November 16, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Where: Holy Family Catholic Church, 9100 Crockett Rd, Brentwood, TN 37027 Get ready for a day of fun, food, and shopping at our 2nd Annual Fall Market! This year's event will feature a variety of vendors, both indoors […]
The market has produce, meats, dairy, honey, jams, jellies, pickled veggies, sauces, spices, olive oil, vinegars, artisan breads and pastries, coffee, beverages, arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing, food trucks and so much more. Every Sunday year-round.
‘Tis the season to gather with loved ones, share in the joy of the holidays, and create lasting memories. This year, we invite you to kick off the holiday season in festive style at our Berry Farms Holiday Open House! This family-friendly event will feature festive train rides throughout the Berry Farms shopping district, with […]
This one-hour Battle of Franklin Trust Community Talk: Federals in Franklin: A Town Under Occupation by Walter R. Green, Jr is this local author, resident, and retired professional civil and structural engineer’s second exploration of a Civil War topic of that called him to learn more. His first book, The Nashville and Decatur in the Civil War: History of an Embattled Railroad, was an in depth look The Nashville and Decatur Railroad operation five months before the start of the Civil War and 17 months before the Federals took control of Nashville and the railroad. Running through Central Tennessee to
Franklin local Walter Green talk. Visitors can take a tour at Carnton and Carter House to learn about the Battle which changed the City forever, but Walter Green’s exploration reaches back before the battle to explore life in Franklin before and after the battles reached the doorsteps of this fairly new City. 1861-1866. The Citizens […]
The market has produce, meats, dairy, honey, jams, jellies, pickled veggies, sauces, spices, olive oil, vinegars, artisan breads and pastries, coffee, beverages, arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing, food trucks and so much more. Every Sunday year-round.
This evening’s tours are immersive 15-minute guided tours through the home of the Cheairs Family, Rippa Villa. Tonight’s tours are unique due to occurring at night, and on 160th anniversary of the battle. Reservations are NOT required.
There will be a few public remarks at 4:30 pm, and at 5:00 pm tours through the house begin. The evening tours at Carnton are immersive 15-minute guided tours through the home of the McGavock Family. Tonight’s tours are unique due to occurring at night, and on 160th anniversary of the battle. Reservations are NOT required.
Experience Carter House on the 160th Anniversary of the 1864 Battle of Franklin by taking this 15-minute guided tour. This evening tour is only offered annually on November 30th. 160 years ago this November 30, the battle raged outside the Carter House, as the family hunkered in the basement for safety. The Carter House is a special tour every day of the year, but these annual evening tours are special for even those which visit Carter House often. Reservations are not required, but we do ask you to begin at the Visitor Center upon arrival to the property.
The market has produce, meats, dairy, honey, jams, jellies, pickled veggies, sauces, spices, olive oil, vinegars, artisan breads and pastries, coffee, beverages, arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing, food trucks and so much more. Every Sunday year-round.
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