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.
The Art Crawl is a free monthly event that invites participants into downtown Franklin’s historic buildings and celebrates Williamson County’s unique artistic talent. Join us on the first Friday of every month from 6-9pm!
AARON BARKER COMING FEBRUARY 6 TO THE 19 MILES TO MUSIC ROW STAGE Barker has written No. 1 songs for George Strait (“Baby Blue“, “Love Without End, Amen“, “Easy Come, Easy Go“) and Lonestar (“What About Now“). His songs have also been recorded by Doug Supernaw, Clay Walker, Neal McCoy, Aaron Tippin and others. Barker […]
Child’s Anthem is a collection of some of Nashville’s finest studio and touring musicians, recreating the hits of Toto with extreme detail and energy. Lead singer Keith Landry actually toured with Toto during the Hydra tour in the 80’s. Recently reviewed as one of the nations “Top Tribute bands”, Child’s Anthem brings to life the […]
Join us Tuesday, February 13 for a Valentine’s Sweetheart Market! 💜 Shop FOR your the Sweethearts in your life. 🖤 Bring your Sweetheart and enjoy a night out for dinner and local shopping. 💗 Perfect stop for a "Galantine’s Night" out with the girls! Either way, join us the day before Valentine's to get your […]
We are excited to announce that we are again hosting our Valentines 5-Course Farm-to-Table Dinner in the Carriage House at GratiDude Ranch on Weds, February 14, and Sat, February 17, 2024 beginning at 5:30 PM. We are pleased to welcome back guest Chef Brayden Apple from River Cottage Farm, a favorite at the Franklin Farmer's […]
Join Matt Logan as he welcomes the iconic pairing of John Mark McGaha and Laura Matula to the Franklin Theatre stage. McGaha and Matula will explore their iconic pairing through a series of stunning duets focused on Love and Relationship. The duo first were connected on stage at the Franklin Theatre in Logan’s production of […]
On February 17, 2024, at the Historic Franklin Theatre, the Act Too Players Foundation will be hosting our inaugural fundraiser. “Show The Love” will be a night of spectacular performances where we will be entertained by the faculty/staff/students/alumni of Act Too Players. Kelly Sutton, of WSMRadio and the Grand Ole Opry will be our host […]
Variety on Main at the Franklin Theatre is a captivating blend of entertainment that transcends generations. This vaudeville-style show seamlessly weaves together performances from seasoned artists and up-and-coming talents. It’s a celebration of talent, tradition, and the vibrant spirit of community, all under the historic charm of the Franklin Theatre. Featuring: L. Russell Brown, Roger […]
Jason Nix Born in Music City and raised in south Mississippi, Nix moved back to Tennessee at the age of 18, rolled up his sleeves, and got to work. Eventually sharing the stage with artists such as Vince Gill, Sugarland, Keb Mo, Ricky Skaggs, and Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics, his 17 years in Nashville […]
Paul O’Connor founder of STZ flourished at Sound City as a studio guitarist, vocalist, writer & producer. Paul was called to do vocal session by Bob Crew, Jerry Corbetta, Bill Conti for the Karate Kid. Worked with Autograph and numerous European artists. Paul performed with Heart, REO, Japan’s ‘Madonna’ Maria Hamada, Pegasus, Johnny O’, The […]
Hear from future music stars at the Tennessee Songwriters Week Showcase at the historic Franklin Theatre!! This can't-miss event takes place on Saturday, February 24th at 8 PM (CST) where Showcase winners will go on to compete at the Bluebird Cafe. Learn more at tnsongwritersweek.com
For over fifty years, Asleep at the Wheel’s Ray Benson has been traversing the globe as anambassador of Western swing music and introducing its irresistible sound to generation aftergeneration. More than 100 musicians have passed through the Wheel, but Benson remains thefront man and the keeper of the vision, in the process racking up more […]
Similar backgrounds yet different paths. Paul Thorn and Steve Poltz have a 20+ year friendship and are taking it on the road and in the ring together this Spring for a multi-city tour, surely to bring love, laughter and mischief along with them. Equal parts humor, poignant stories, and expert musicianship, these two storytellers with […]
Mountain Heart is a hybrid bluegrass group, of which there are several who have released albums in the last few months. What sets Mountain Heart apart is their instrumentation, notably no banjo or fiddle but piano, guitars, mandolin and dobro instead from the core group. Electric guitars find their way into the mix as well. […]
Join us for the annual Songwriter’s Night at Leiper’s Fork Distillery featuring Lindsay Lawler, Phillip Lammonds and David Malloy. All proceeds go to support local combat injured Veterans and Gold Star families from the Global War On Terror.
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