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.
Pinewood Christmas Tree Farm offers choose and cut Christmas trees, pre cut Fraser and Douglas Firs, wreath, garland and more. They offer free hayrides, free hot chocolate and free Santa visits. See website for Santa dates and prices. This year we are also offering a field maze experience for $5. 5 yrs old and younger […]
‘Tis the season to…eat as many tacos as your stomach can handle during Taco Week, returning December 2-8! Join the Nashville Scene as they turn Middle Tennessee into a taco lover’s paradise, with 40+ restaurants offering $5 specials that will guac your world! But act fast because these specials are only around for one week! After you’ve chowed down as many tacos as you can, be sure to vote for your favorite dish to help us crown the winner of Best Taco in Nashville. Learn more, download the app and find participating locations near you at nashvilletacoweek.com.
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with the 19 Miles to Music Row Christmas Edition featuring the incredibly talented Cory Batten! Join us on Tuesday, December 3, at Franklin First UMC for an evening filled with festive tunes, heartwarming stories, and the magic of 19 Miles to Music Row. Doors open at 6:30 […]
The Westhaven Holiday Pop-Up features local food and craft vendors for your holiday gift giving! Open Every Wednesday between Thanksgiving and Christmas from 3-6pm.
Santa’s coming back to Sweethaven for the most magical night of the year! ✨ Join us for a festive VIP experience in our private courtyard before Franklin’s Annual Tree Lighting on the Square on 12/6! Limited number of tickets available at sweethaventn.com and include the following: 🎅🏼 Meeting with Santa 📸 Images by Professional Photographer […]
Please note that your pre-order of Matthew’s book from Landmark Booksellers is your ticket into the event. Please purchase the book here and select in-store pickup – https://shop.landmarkbooksellers.com/products/come-home-for-christmas Join us for a special evening with award-winning musician and author Matthew West at Landmark Booksellers in Franklin, TN, on Friday, December 6th. This exciting event will take place immediately following the Christmas Tree Lighting in downtown Franklin, making it the perfect way to continue the festive spirit. Event Details: Date: Friday, December 6 Time: Immediately following the Christmas Tree Lighting in Downtown Franklin (estimated start time between 7 – 8pm) Location:
Join us for a magical evening with bestselling author Karen Kingsbury following the Franklin, Tennessee, Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday, December 6th! As the twinkling lights of the newly illuminated tree cast a warm glow over the square, we’ll transition to an intimate afterparty and book signing event that’s sure to warm your heart. A […]
Christmas Eve arrives in Victorian London, but the miserly old Ebenezer Scrooge isn’t having any of it. He’d prefer to support prisons rather than feed his own apprentice or celebrate the season. But he will be haunted by a parade of spirits before the sun comes up on Christmas Day, and in their wake, even […]
Holiday Market featuring local artisans, crafters, small businesses and more! Set up on the front lawn of Homestead Manor in Thompson's Station, TN.
Looking for a spectacular Christmas light show and experience near Nashville? Lucky Ladd Farms is excited to offer family-friendly holiday activities with our very own magical Christmas event like no other! Stroll through a mile-long dazzling wonderland of twinkling lights, spectacular themed displays and a live nativity scene that brings the spirit of Christmas to […]
While The Carpenters are known for over a dozen chart topping hits, they also won over their fans with their Christmas celebrations. Singer and playwright Lisa Rock and her 6-piece backing band are keeping The Carpenters’ holiday traditions alive and bringing their unforgettable Christmas songs to the stage. Based on the music of The Carpenters’ […]
The Hillnote Harp Academy invites you to enjoy our annual free “Harpy Holidays” community concert featuring students of all ages performing harp solos and ensemble arrangements of your holiday favorites. See harps of all sizes, learn how the harp works, and hear what makes the harp the most magical instrument!
Williamson County Archives and Museum is excited to once again partner with Tennessee T-Trak Associates to bring a special model train exhibit to the County Museum. The exhibit will run December 14 and 15, during the Dickens of a Christmas festival here in downtown Franklin, TN. This all ages event is free and open to […]
Join us at the Franklin Visitor Center to hear the Sugar Plum Fairy read a storybook to children. Kids of all ages are welcome to come! Stick around to shop and see what holiday finds the Visitor Center has to offer. This is a free event and no RSVP is needed.
Join us at the Franklin Visitor Center to hear Elsa read a storybook to children. Kids of all ages are welcome to come! Stick around to shop and see what holiday finds the Visitor Center has to offer. This is a free event and no RSVP is needed.
Stop by the library for an afternoon of beautiful music as the Flute Society of Greater Nashville performs Christmas carols and holiday music.
This year, Franklin Jewish Social’s Hanukkah celebration, THE MIRACLE OF LIGHT, will be held on Public Square — Dec 30th from 5-8PM, with plenty of space for all of our friends and neighbors. As the first year to ever host Hanukkah on Public Square, this celebration of light in the world will be an historic […]
Ring in the new year in style at The Skylight Bar, located inside the historic Factory at Franklin. This non-ticketed, free event will feature music by DJ Bodel, festive cocktails and a live stream of the Ball Drop.
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