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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.
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Bobby McAlpine Book Signing
Bobby McAlpine Book Signing
Join architect Bobby McAlpine in celebrating his new book, Romantic Modernism.
Franklin First Friday Art Scene: Anna Wells
Franklin First Friday Art Scene: Anna Wells
Don’t miss the free monthly art crawl in downtown Franklin, and stop by the Visitor Center to see work from Anna Wells Arthouse!
Spring Artists Reception
Spring Artists Reception
Enjoy an evening with the artists of Gallery 202 and view new artwork from over 20 artists.
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Franklin Tomorrow’s FrankTalks – More Than a Vacation: Why Tourism Matters
Franklin Tomorrow’s FrankTalks – More Than a Vacation: Why Tourism Matters
All are welcome to this event in celebration of National Travel & Tourism Week!
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Free Tour: Rippa Villa House & Battlefield in Spring Hill
Free Tour: Rippa Villa House & Battlefield in Spring Hill
Join Visit Franklin as we celebrate the impact of tourism on our community during National Travel & Tourism Week with a FREE visitor experience at Rippa Villa! Enjoy an informative tour of the historic property and Civil War battlefield led by Eric Jacobson, CEO, Battle of Franklin Trust.
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Chief Smiley Ricks at Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor
The sound and the spirit of New Orleans returns to Kimbro’s!
Music in May
Music in May
Enjoy local singers & songwriters at the newly opened Skylight Bar all throughout May.
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Sara Sells
Sara Sells
Sara Sells is a unique once-a-month shopping event where you can find sofas, dining tables, bedroom furniture, lighting, home decor and more up to 60% off retail pricing! The best part?! You can take everything home with you on sale day!! Sara Sells also offers alternate pickup days and local delivery! Saturday, 5/13, is the […]
Franklin Rodeo Parade
Franklin Rodeo Parade
Enjoy a free parade to kick off the annual Franklin Rodeo, Franklin’s longest running event since 1949!
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Studio Tenn Presents: Here You Come Again
This rollicking and touching new musical tells the story of a diehard Dolly Parton fan.
Down-in-the-Dirt Party: Franklin Rodeo Kick-Off Party
Down-in-the-Dirt Party: Franklin Rodeo Kick-Off Party
Head to the free, annual Franklin Rodeo kick-off party that the whole family will enjoy!
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Franklin Rodeo
Enjoy rodeo competitions, activities for kids, and more at this annual Franklin tradition!
Listen and Learn with Joe West
Listen and Learn with Joe West
Enjoy this free music series held in collaboration with Southern Trace Songwriters.
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Hammers & High Heels
Hammers & High Heels
Enjoy live music, a catered dinner, silent auction items, and more, all benefitting Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury’s Women Build Program.
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Native Plant Sale
Native Plant Sale
Start your spring garden! Choose from a selection of native seeds, perennials, trees, and shrubs.
Plant and Seed Swap
Plant and Seed Swap
Bring any seeds, seedlings, bulbs, or plants you want to donate to this free swap event!
Farmstead Roots Creek Dinner Series
Farmstead Roots Creek Dinner Series
Enjoy a Leiper’s Fork tradition: creek dining! Live music, cocktails, cigar rolling, and more.
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Michael Higgins & Friends with Special Guest Rosetta
Michael Higgins & Friends with Special Guest Rosetta
Come join us for a great, fun night of fresh incredible songs at Mockingbird Theater for only $10 per ticket!
Sister Hazel
Sister Hazel
Platinum-selling, iconic country/rock band Sister Hazel brings their energetic show to Franklin!
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Franklin First Friday Art Scene: Pare Candle
Franklin First Friday Art Scene: Pare Candle
Pare Candle will be the featured artisan at the Visitor Center in downtown Franklin for the First Friday Art Scene.
Full Moon Hikes
Full Moon Hikes
Join us as we explore Owl’s Hill at sunset and enjoy the sights and sounds of day turning to night.
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Family Geocaching Day
Family Geocaching Day
Head out on our kid-friendly course set up with caches ready to be found.
Summer Reading Kickoff
Summer Reading Kickoff
Join us in the library parking lot for carnival-style games, food trucks, and fun activities to kick off summer reading.
Summer Reading Kick-Off
Summer Reading Kick-Off
Join in on the fun as the Williamson County Library Systems jumpstarts summer reading with a day of celebration!
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