Events
Experience Franklin to Its Fullest
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.
Experience Franklin to Its Fullest
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.
Featured Events
Make plans to attend these can't-miss happenings around town!
Calendar of Events
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Ken Burns’ The American Buffalo Film Screening
Ken Burns’ The American Buffalo Film Screening
Host Tracy Frist, sponsors the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County and Nashville Public Television, and The Better Angels Society, invite you to the historic Franklin Theatre for an early preview. THE AMERICAN BUFFALO is the biography of an improbable, shaggy beast that has found itself at the center of many of the country’s most mythic…
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Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
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Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
Lantern Hike
Lantern Hike
Come along on a nighttime adventure! We'll explore the woods at night by lantern light, listen for the sounds of nocturnal animals, and share stories about the history of Owl's Hill. This program is for adventurers who are looking for a longer hike than our typical evening programs. The route is 1.5 miles of moderately…
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2023 Music City Sports Card & Autograph Show
💥💥The 2 Day, 2023 Music City Sports Card, Collectibles, and Autograph show is coming to Franklin, Tennessee Saturday, September 30th & Sunday, October 1st 2023 at the Williamson County Ag Expo Park!💥💥200+ Tables of the Industry's Top Dealers Buying and Selling.SUPERSTAR Autographs Guests including ⭐️ "The SANDLOT" CAST ⭐️RYNE SANDBERG** ⭐️ OZZIE SMITH* ⭐️ ROGER…
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
Story Time with Author Susan Johnston Taylor
Story Time with Author Susan Johnston Taylor
Join author Susan Johnston Taylor for an interactive story time! She will read from her new STEM poetry collection Animals in Surprising Shades: Poems About Earth’s Colorful Creatures and share fun facts about the blue-footed booby, the poison dart frog, and many other animals. This is a free, family-friendly event and signed books will available…
Second Annual Porsche Club of America Musik-Stadt Region Oktoberfest
Second Annual Porsche Club of America Musik-Stadt Region Oktoberfest
The price includes all-you-can-drink German Paulaner Oktoberfest beer on tap, domestic wine, soda, and a German meal. Tickets are Limited! Purchase is only possible on the Club's website: msknew.pca.org -…
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Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
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Shinedown w/ Papa Roach & Spiritbox – Revolutions Live Tour
Shinedown w/ Papa Roach & Spiritbox – Revolutions Live Tour
Veteran collective Shinedown is coming to Franklin for their brand-new Revolutions Live Tour! See them live in concert at FirstBank Amphitheater on Oct. 3, 2023, joined by special guests Papa Roach & Spiritbox. Tickets are on sale NOW - Use special code 327RK20 to get 20% off!
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Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
Authorfest at Landmark Booksellers
Authorfest at Landmark Booksellers
Join Landmark Booksellers for a day full of meeting your favorite authors!
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Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
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Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
Philip Yancey at Landmark Booksellers
Philip Yancey at Landmark Booksellers
Join Landmark Booksellers and author Philip Yancey for a special book signing event!
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Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
John Maher Builders Whole Hog Festival
John Maher Builders Whole Hog Festival
Attend the Whole Hog Festival in Spring Hill with live music, food, and more1
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Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
2 events,
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
2 events,
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
2 events,
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
Pray to Love – Anne Goetze Book Signing
Pray to Love – Anne Goetze Book Signing
Join Anne Goetze for the signing of her book Pray to Love at The Copper Fox Gallery!
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Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
Wine & Dine
Wine & Dine
Support a good cause and eat a delicious meal at Wine & Dine with Special Olympics Tennessee!
3 events,
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
Mercy Community Healthcare Fall Dinner
Mercy Community Healthcare Fall Dinner
Spend your night supporting a great cause by participating in a silent auction with dinner and music!
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Grey Ghost 5k/10k fun run
Grey Ghost 5k/10k fun run
The 15th Annual Grey Ghost 10K/5K is a fun family friendly community event that raises money and promotes wellness for our local elementary schools. Over the years the Grey Ghost has raised thousands of dollars and donated a significant portion of that right back to PE Teachers in our schools for much needed equipment and…
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
2 events,
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
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1 event,
3 events,
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
Wine Love: 5-Course Wine Pairing Dinner
Wine Love: 5-Course Wine Pairing Dinner
Enjoy food, wine, and community in a cozy setting, perfect for foodies and wine lovers.
2 events,
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
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The 38th Annual PumpkinFest
The 38th Annual PumpkinFest
The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 38th Annual PumpkinFest is Middle Tennessee’s largest family Fall festival that returns on Saturday, October 28, 2023. With more than 112,000 people in attendance in 2022, the festival stretches along Main Street and its side avenues in downtown Franklin and offers tons of festive fun for people of all…
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
2 events,
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Fall Family Fun Pumpkin Festival
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Tennessee’s largest petting farm and fun park!
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1 event,
1 event,
Dan Moore Book Signing at Landmark Booksellers
Dan Moore Book Signing at Landmark Booksellers
Attend the book signing of Dan Moore at the historic Landmark Booksellers!
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Farm to Table Dinner at GratiDude Ranch
Farm to Table Dinner at GratiDude Ranch
Experience a five-course dinner paired with craft cocktails, wine, and live music.
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