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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.
Discover the Best of Franklin’s Events and Festivals
Experience Franklin’s vibrant charm through music, festivals, and seasonal celebrations. Explore categories such as music, cultural, and family-friendly events to discover gatherings that inspire and reflect our welcoming community spirit.
MUSIC & CULTURALEvents
Franklin’s vibrant arts scene shines through its music and cultural events. From the renowned Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival and Bluegrass Along the Harpeth to intimate performances at The Franklin Theatre and local art exhibits, these gatherings celebrate creativity and community, adding depth to Franklin’s rich cultural heritage.
FAMILY-FRIENDLYEvents
Williamson County offers endless family-friendly fun for all ages! Stroll through the Tennessee Tulip Festival’s vibrant displays, enjoy summer’s Movies in the Park, or explore fall hayrides and pumpkin patches. Don’t miss the lively Franklin Rodeo, full of spills and thrills. These events and many more will create a ton of fun on your family’s visit to Franklin.
Make Franklin’s Local Events the Reason for Your Next Visit
Franklin’s welcoming atmosphere and diverse lineup of events make it the perfect destination for unforgettable experiences year-round. From signature festivals to community celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Planning your visit is simple—just explore our events calendar to discover what’s happening during your stay. Franklin’s unique charm and Southern hospitality are here for you, whether it’s a lively music festival, a family-friendly outing, or a charming seasonal celebration. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in all Williamson County offers. Check out upcoming events and book your trip to Franklin today!
CALENDAR OF ALL UPCOMINGEvents & Festivals in Franklin, TN
Discover Williamson County’s vibrant events with our up-to-date calendar, your guide to upcoming festivals, seasonal celebrations, and community gatherings. Explore what’s happening and plan your visit today.
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Westhaven Farmers Market
The Westhaven Farmers Market is open weekly on Wednesdays from May through October in Magli Green Park of the Westhaven community. We have vendors offering fresh, local produce, eggs, meat, homemade baked goods, crafts and more!
Free
Nolensville Farmers Market
Producer-only farmers market, including produce, meat, eggs, baked goods, food trucks, arts and crafts and so much community! Fun events regularly – so follow along our social meda.
Free
Faith of Franklin
This walking tour explores Franklin’s first communities of faith, visiting several historic churches still standing.
$15 – $20
4 events,
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Picnics in the Orchard
Picnics in the Orchard
Relax and indulge in a two-hour picnic in our picturesque orchard. Seating is limited to just 12 tables spread out across our 10-acre farm. We will provide a deluxe, artisan charcuterie box to share, along with some fresh fruit, ice cold slushies & fruit infused water. We will provide tableware, organic bug spray, and some […]
$48 – $58
5 events,
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Mercy Community Healthcare’s Franklin Classic
Mercy Community Healthcare’s Franklin Classic
Join us for Mercy’s 25th Anniversary of hosting the Franklin Classic. This year’s race will be held on Labor Day, September 2, 2024. In honor of our 25th Anniversary, this year only each runner will receive a medal as they cross the finish line. The Franklin Classic is a 5K, 10K, 15K combo and 1K […]
$15 – $65
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Labor Day Creek BBQ at Wines in the Fork
Labor Day Creek BBQ at Wines in the Fork
It's been a GREAT Creek Season so far at Wines in the Fork – Time to celebrate the unofficial end of the summer season and grab a chair, a glass of wine and relax in the cool creek waters. This Family Friendly affair features two seatings (12PM & 3PM), local artisans and Live Music all […]
$65
4 events,
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Taste & Tour the Orchard
Taste & Tour the Orchard
It's an evening field trip to the orchard! Sip on your choice of slushie, while we guide you through the orchard and share our family history and details about how we farm. Then, we will gather together for a sampling of all sorts of food and drinks while we make new friends and share some […]
$25
5 events,
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Girls Night Out
Girls Night Out
Grab your besties and join us for a spectacular evening at Morning Glory Orchard. We will provide a deluxe, artisan charcuterie box to share, along with some fresh fruit, ice cold slushies & fruit infused water. Seating is limited to just 12 tables spread out across our 10-acre farm and your table will be nestled […]
$55 – $68
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Franklin Art Crawl
Franklin Art Crawl
Come visit Coin and Clay, small batch earrings designed and crafted by Brittney Grisham. She creates a variety of shapes, styles, and colors with polymer clay. You can find her on IG @coinandclay615
Free
7 events,
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Fitness in the Park: Rumble Boxing
Fitness in the Park: Rumble Boxing
Fitness in the Park with Rumble Boxing is BACK – first Saturday of every month starting April through October, from 9-10 a.m.! Join the Rumble Boxing Franklin crew for a Rumble-inspired workout on the lawn! The boutique gym delivers 45-minute, full-body workouts that explore the sweet science of boxing paired with the transformative power of […]
Free
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Chukkers for Charity
Chukkers for Charity
Chukker's for Charity, a fundraiser benefitting Rochelle Center and Saddle Up!, has grown into a prestigious family-friendly polo event that attracts a lively, diverse audience. Tennessee's largest polo match is the big attraction along with tailgating or VIP cabana settings. The VIP cabanas feature a craft bar with signature cocktails, upscale afternoon lunch, silent auction […]
Free
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Picnics in the Orchard
Picnics in the Orchard
Relax and indulge in a two-hour picnic in our picturesque orchard. Seating is limited to just 12 tables spread out across our 10-acre farm. We will provide a deluxe, artisan charcuterie box to share, along with some fresh fruit, ice cold slushies & fruit infused water. We will provide tableware, organic bug spray, and some […]
$48 – $58
4 events,
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SINGO! (Music Bingo)
SINGO! (Music Bingo)
Tired of boring old Bingo, where some dry personality simply calls out numbers? Come try the next generation of the classic game- where karaoke meets bingo! Join Andrea as she plays snippets of songs with a theme and sing along as you look for the title on your game board. Don’t worry if you are […]
Free
5 events,
Simmons Bank Open for the Snedeker Foundation
The Simmons Bank Open for the Snedeker Foundation returns to Franklin, kicking off a new five-year partnership with the Vanderbilt Legends Club. Catch the future stars of the PGA TOUR in the second Korn Ferry Tour Finals event of 2024. Along with the action packed world-class golf, fans won't want to miss the fun of […]
$25
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Taste & Tour the Orchard
Taste & Tour the Orchard
It’s an evening field trip to the orchard! Sip on your choice of slushie, while we guide you through the orchard and share our family history and details about how we farm. Then, we will gather together for a sampling of all sorts of food and drinks while we make new friends and share some […]
$25
7 events,
Deer Run’s Mother-Daughter Getaway Weekend
As moms, we tend to be rushed to stay on task. It’s easy for time to pass us by without having spent quality time with our daughter. This special weekend getaway helps you purposely have mother-daughter time together and connect on a deeper level. Deer Run’s private 150-acre scenic property just south of Franklin, TN, […]
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Mixology Craft Cocktail Class
Mixology Craft Cocktail Class
Let us teach you how to use our Award-Winning hard cider in some of your favorite drinks and how to use our non-alcoholic ciders as mixers for classic cocktails. You will also learn a little about the art of making hard cider and how we began our journey with it. This is a 21+ class […]
$50
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Songwriters by the River
Songwriters by the River
Come join us at Wines in the Fork under the lights creekside, for Songwriters By The River! You don't want to miss it, as September 13 & October 11 are our last Songwriters events for the 2024 season! The event starts at 6 PM, weather permitting. Our wine tent will be open and you are […]
Free
8 events,
Franklin Flea Market September 2024
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
free
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Annual Oktoberfest Celebration
Annual Oktoberfest Celebration
Calling all beer lovers, Oktoberfest is coming to town! Get ready for the ultimate Oktoberfest experience, right here in the heart of the city. We're bringing in the beer, the bounce house, games, music and so much more. Ginger Pig is hard at work preparing a special menu just for the occasion, you won't want […]
Free
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Picnics in the Orchard
Picnics in the Orchard
Relax and indulge in a two-hour picnic in our picturesque orchard. Seating is limited to just 12 tables spread out across our 10-acre farm. We will provide a deluxe, artisan charcuterie box to share, along with some fresh fruit, ice cold slushies & fruit infused water. We will provide tableware, organic bug spray, and some […]
$48 – $58
4 events,
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Outdoor Explorers
Outdoor Explorers
Let's explore the world together! Each session will explore a different aspect of the ecosystem we live in! Kids and grownups will participate in this family nature walk together. As this program takes place outside, please dress to get wet and messy!
Free
6 events,
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Taste & Tour the Orchard
Taste & Tour the Orchard
It's an evening field trip to the orchard! Sip on your choice of slushie, while we guide you through the orchard and share our family history and details about how we farm. Then, we will gather together for a sampling of all sorts of food and drinks while we make new friends and share some […]
$25
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Songwriters by the River at Wines in the Fork
Songwriters by the River at Wines in the Fork
Come join us at Wines in the Fork under the lights creekside, for Songwriters By The River! You don't want to miss it, as September 20 & October 11 are our last Songwriters events for the 2024 season! The event starts at 6 PM. Weather permitting, our wine tent will be open and you are […]
free
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Lantern Hike at Owl’s Hill
Lantern Hike at Owl’s Hill
Friday, September 20, 2024 7 – 9 pm Friday, November 1, 2024 6 – 8 pm Cost: $18 / person Ages 12+. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Gate opens 30 minutes before program start. Program begins promptly at noted time. No late entries. No exceptions. Pack dinner and arrive early to picnic on […]
$18
4 events,
Fall Family Fun Fest
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee's largest petting farm and fun park – Lucky Ladd Farms. The award-winning farm park has become a fall family tradition for many Middle Tennesseans, offering over 50+ attractions and activities for kids and adults alike. From petting lovable farm animals, seeing exotic livestock, enjoying wagon and pony rides, taking […]
Go to https://luckyladdfarms.com for ticket prices.
6 events,
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Taste & Tour the Orchard
Taste & Tour the Orchard
It's an evening field trip to the orchard! Sip on your choice of slushie, while we guide you through the orchard and share our family history and details about how we farm. Then, we will gather together for a sampling of all sorts of food and drinks while we make new friends and share some […]
$25
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Goat Yoga at McEwen Northside
Goat Yoga at McEwen Northside
Come join Goat Yoga Nashville and their sweet pet goats as you participate in a Goat Yoga Nashville class right here at McEwen Northside! Sign up on their website.
$43.01
5 events,
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Five Points Franklin Market – Pilgrimage Market
Five Points Franklin Market – Pilgrimage Market
Monthly market in Downtown Franklin. Fun for the whole family!Kick-off Pilgrimage Music Festival weekend with the monthly Five Points Franklin Market! Five Points Franklin Market Thursday, September 26 4-8 PM Downtown Franklin – Behind Starbucks 30+ Local Farm, Art & Food Vendors Live Music by Thom Ellis Band & Back 2 Rock Dancing by Rocky Top Revue Food Trucks – […]
Free
6 events,
Farmstead Roots Creek Dinner Series at Wines in the Fork
Creek Dinner's at Wines in the Fork are unique, local chef inspired 5-course prix fixe menus, perfectly paired with wine produced by Farmstead Cellar and Crown Winery…all while sitting in the creek and under the lights in Leipers Fork. Live music, a cocktail hour, local artisan demonstrations and a bon fire in cooler months are […]
$225
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Pre-Pilgrimage Block Party
Pre-Pilgrimage Block Party
Kick off the festival weekend on Friday night! Don't miss the inaugural downtown block party on Friday, September 27th! Enjoy food, music, activities, and special offerings from 25 shops & restaurants from 6 – 9 p.m.
Free
9 events,
Fall Visit to Gentry’s Farm
Select dates September 28 – October 28: Visit the pumpkin patch at this century-old farm, an essential Franklin fall tradition!
$13
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Wild About Creepy Critters
Wild About Creepy Critters
Creepy Critters Saturday, September 28, 2024 10 am – 12:30 pm $40/ group of 2 (includes one bat box kit) $30/ individual adult (includes one bat box kit) $10/ additional child (Under 12. Does not include a bat box kit – must be purchased in conjunction with a group or individual registration) Children 2 and […]
$2 – $40
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Picnics in the Orchard
Picnics in the Orchard
Relax and indulge in a two-hour picnic in our picturesque orchard. Seating is limited to just 12 tables spread out across our 10-acre farm. We will provide a deluxe, artisan charcuterie box to share, along with some fresh fruit, ice cold slushies & fruit infused water. We will provide tableware, organic bug spray, and some […]
$48 – $58
6 events,
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Fall Family Field Trips
Fall Family Field Trips
Join us at Morning Glory Orchard for a truly unique field trip! Our tour guides will take you on an adventure through the apple orchard as we learn about tree life cycles, pollinators, tools used in farming, and discuss the different animals one might see while visiting an orchard. We will also sample honey, apples […]
$10
6 events,
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Fall Family Field Trips at the Orchard
Fall Family Field Trips at the Orchard
Join us at Morning Glory Orchard for a truly unique field trip! Our tour guides will take you on an adventure through the apple orchard as we learn about tree life cycles, pollinators, tools used in farming, and discuss the different animals one might see while visiting an orchard. We will also sample honey, apples […]
$10
6 events,
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Taste & Tour the Orchard
Taste & Tour the Orchard
It's an evening field trip to the orchard! Sip on your choice of slushie, while we guide you through the orchard and share our family history and details about how we farm. Then, we will gather together for a sampling of all sorts of food and drinks while we make new friends and share some […]
$25
9 events,
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Deer Run’s Riders Rally & Car Cruise-In
Deer Run’s Riders Rally & Car Cruise-In
Gather with other motorcycle and car enthusiasts for an exciting, fun-filled day to raise funds for camp scholarships for kids in need! Bring your street-legal motorcycle or favorite car — Jeep, Hot Rod, Antique, Classic. Or come for fellowship and enjoy the day with other enthusiasts!
$25
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Herrick at the John Maher Builder’s Whole Hog Festival 2024
Herrick at the John Maher Builder’s Whole Hog Festival 2024
Please join us for this family-friendly event on October 5th from 10am-5:30pm at Oaklawn Mansion (3331 Denning Lane, Spring Hill). Tickets are available at the door for $5 each with Children 5 and under free! There’s plenty of great pork-themed food, a Regional Crafts Fair, a Children’s Aerial show and Stage, Petting Zoo, plus lots […]
$5.00
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Picnics in the Orchard
Picnics in the Orchard
Relax and indulge in a two-hour picnic in our picturesque orchard. Seating is limited to just 12 tables spread out across our 10-acre farm. We will provide a deluxe, artisan charcuterie box to share, along with some fresh fruit, ice cold slushies & fruit infused water. We will provide tableware, organic bug spray, and some […]
$48 – $58
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