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.
Oddity Improv is a non-profit theatre company based right here in Franklin! Come join us every Monday night for an uproarious night of fun with our clean-ish improv show at the Mockingbird Theatre at the Factory!
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!
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.
Enjoy the Farmers Market at The Factory, every Wednesday, from 4 – 8 PM! Featuring local area produce, meats, dairy, honey, baked goods, crafts, and so much more – add a stop to The Factory to your weekly schedule! Kids activities, pets on leashes are permitted.
Housed in the KINGS Whiskey Room Live, Clean Enough for TV is a weekly comedy open mic and Showcase that features Nashville’s funniest comics! FREE ADMISSION to our Wednesday Open Mic! Sign up at 7:30PM show starts at 8PM! Bring your friends and hang out for a few laughs. Drinks and food available. The Clean […]
Bring the kiddos and join us at Morning Glory Orchard in Nolensville for our Summer Craft Series. We will begin our time together with an arts & craft project in the orchard (in the event of rain, we will move indoors). Next, we will enjoy story time while seated under a nice big shade tree! […]
Aloha! Music City Uke Fest (MCUF) shifts into high gear all day and all night on Friday 8/2 & Saturday 8/3 at The Factory at Franklin with kickin' Artists: Lil' Rev, Dani Joy & Perry Stauffer, Ukulele (Greg) Gent, Tiki Dave, Art Hopkins, and The Ukedelics. Concerts, Workshops, Jam Sessions, Open Mic, and a new feature…BandHui will delight and excite you […]
Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Williamson County Fair with us in Franklin, TN, from Friday, August 2, to Saturday, August 10. Experience 9 Days of Fun filled with excitement this summer, featuring delicious food, music, thrilling rides and attractions and all the cherished traditions from years past. Make sure to check out new additions […]
Looking for a fun evening out? Be sure to stop by Franklin Art Scene the first Friday of each month downtown Franklin. Art Scene includes dozens of sites that host artisans, and live music, or serve complimentary refreshments for guests to enjoy. It’s a great (and free!) way to celebrate local craftsmanship and to appreciate […]
Strawberry Moon: June 7 Buck Moon: July 19 Sturgeon Moon: August 2 All Hikes: 7:30 – 9 pm $15/person Age 12+ (minors must be accompanied by an adult) Gate opens 1 hour before program start. Program begins promptly at 7:30. No late entries. No exceptions. Pack dinner and arrive early to picnic on the grounds. […]
We are pleased to welcome back guest Chef Brayden Apple from River Cottage Farm, a favorite at the Franklin Farmer's Market, for our 2024 season. We pride ourselves on using organic produce, meats and dairy from local farms and preparing the meals from scratch. We hope you choose to dine with your special someone or […]
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 […]
Take a short drive out of Leiper’s Fork to the lovely Parham School. This early 1900s Schoolhouse has been lovingly restored by the current owners. Guests will be welcome to view the interior of the Schoolhouse, grab a cocktail, wade in the creek, enjoy live music and take in the scenery prior to dinner. Guests […]
Sixwire, John Elefante (former lead singer of Kansas), and Derek St Holmes (of Ted Nugent's Band) present The Franklin Theatre All Star Jam on August 8! Ever since their debut on Warner Brothers Records, the members of SIXWIRE have been one of the busiest, hardest-working bands to come out of Nashville. Not only have these […]
The Friends Book Sale offers over 17,000 items priced at $3.00 or less. Beyond the books, they have DVDs, Music CDs, Vinyl records, puzzles, games, artwork, audiobooks, and more. See the best selection in town for the best price anywhere. The proceeds made at this sale go straight back into the library to be used […]
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 […]
Sara Sells is a monthly warehouse event offering unbeatable prices on high-quality furniture ranging from sofas, dining tables, bedroom furniture, lighting, home decor, and more! The highlight? You can take your purchases home the same day of the sale! Sara Sells also provides options for alternate pickup days and local delivery. Join us in person […]
The Southern Food & Whiskey Experience is the premier whiskey and food experience in the South, with each event featuring 10+ award-winning chefs serving up creative and delicious small bites alongside whiskey samples from 30+ of our favorite whiskey brands. At The Southern Whiskey Society, our mission is to foster an intentional community through curated, […]
Are you and your family ready for GAME NIGHT? Come join us at GratiDude Ranch where you and the fam can enjoy classic CLUE with a twist where the game board is GratiDude Ranch and the suspects are those in attendance. It's going to be a hootin' and hollerin' good time in the good ole […]
Ginna Claire Mason, known for her portrayal as Glinda in Wicked on Broadway, and actor of film and television, returns to her hometown to share the Franklin Theatre stage with other notable and versatile performing artists. Broadway stars, recording artists, celebrated vocalists and award-winning songwriters come together for a one-of-a-kind evening. Tower Community Bank presents, […]
Everyone's invited to kick up their heels as dance instructor Amy Bauman teaches us the basics of line dancing. Move your feet to the beat of country and pop hits as you learn two beginner-level line dances.
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 […]
Come join us for live music in our Garden Grille restaurant and bar! The set will be solo acoustic covering folk, country, and all of your favorite hits.
This walking tour explores Franklin’s first communities of faith, visiting several historic churches still standing.
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 […]
Revamp your wardrobe and get ready for Summer at the Summer Edition of Fashion for a Fraction Boutique Warehouse Sale. Get all the latest fashions for up to 75% off retail prices on Saturday, August 17 at The Factory at Franklin's Liberty Hall! Shop HUGE discounts on apparel, handbags, jewelry, accessories and more from your […]
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 […]
Motor City Magic pays homage to the record label that transformed American pop music and defined a generation. Three vocalists and a 9-piece band will take you back in time through the history of Motown’s biggest artists with all of their greatest hits. Featured artists include Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, The Temptations and […]
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 […]
Variety on Main returns August 21! Featuring Mandy Barnett, Monica Ramey, Jason Coleman, The Biscuit Eaters, Crystal Gayle, Zeta Kenner, Val Story and Pat Coil and The Mainstays! 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 […]
Variety on Main returns August 21 featuring The Biscuit Eaters, Crystal Gayle, Zeta Kenner, and Val Storey. Hosted and presented by Mandy Barnett and Monica Ramey.
The Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series returns August 22 featuing Jimmy Nichols, Frank Myers, Billy Montana and Deborah Allen.
The Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series returns August 22 featuing Jimmy Nichols, Frank Myers, Billy Montana and Deborah Allen.
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 […]
Austin Moody is performing live at Stable Reserve! Enjoy the perfect evening filled with live music, signature cocktails and lite bites at Stable Reserve.
Get your hard hats on and gear up for some big-time fun with some oversized toys! A special construction site will be ready for exploration. Kids can climb on excavators, a bulldozer and lots of other farm and construction equipment. Plus, fun activity centers to practice skills of trade, life size Jenga games and giant […]
Saturday August 24, 2024 Program Time: 10:00 am – 12 pm Cost: $40 Includes: – Up to 2 people per registration – One (1) mushroom cultivation kit – Guided hike Pre-registration is required. Learn the basics of mushroom cultivation for edible oyster mushrooms, and a bit about the biology and ecology of fungus. Participants will […]
Spend your Friday night listening to the great songs, harmonies, and feel-good vibes of The Moonlight Grahams.
Wind down your Saturday night with the musical stylings of Kyle John's original songs and covers of his favorite bands of the past and present.
In this class, Chef Karen will show you how to do stir fry so amazing you'll give up your interest in take-out altogether. Learn a menu of Cashew Chicken with Snow Peas, Honey Ginger Beef, Classic Fried Rice, and Fortune Cookies. This class is for ages 15+. Register online.
Please join us for Whiskey Wednesdays in the Lounge of 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails. Whiskey Flights, Bourbon Aged Beef, Old Fashioneds, & Live Music featuring Isaac Ferguson Dillard.
Please join us for The Harpeth Wine Pairing Dinner with Schramsberg Winery. 4-Course meal with amazing wine pairings.
Celebrate the last of summer with our Labor Day weekend line-up! Music will play from 5-8 Friday Saturday and Sunday. Company will be open until 9 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of Labor Day weekend.
Lockwood Barr is performing live at Stable Reserve! Enjoy the perfect evening filled with live music, signature cocktails and lite bites at Stable Reserve.
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 […]
90-minute tour of unexplained phenomenon at the Lotz House. Please arrive at 5:45 p.m. for check in. Tour will start at 6:00 p.m.
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