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Things To Do This Weekend in Franklin & Williamson County, Tennessee (August 11th-13th)

Things To Do This Weekend in Franklin & Williamson County, Tennessee (August 11th-13th)

Weekends in Franklin and Williamson County, Tennessee are not short on fun things to do! From spending time at the annual Williamson County Fair and weekly farmers markets to learning a new skill and enjoying a locally sourced farm-to-table meal, there is something for everyone to enjoy! Keep reading to find out more about the variety of local events and activities in store for you this weekend!

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Williamson County Fair (Aug. 11-12)

The 2023 Williamson County Fair takes place from August 4th-12th at the Williamson County Agricultural EXPO Park, making this the last weekend! Have some fun at the fair with rides, games, food, music, presentations, competitions, and more! Taking place since 2005, this local fair has become a staple in the community, and something that attracts residents and visitors alike! Whether you are looking forward to all of the fun fair rides or the variety of competitions, the Williamson County Fair is sure to impress! 

 

Williamson County Fair Franklin, Tennessee

 

Friends of the Williamson County Public Library Book Sale (Aug. 11-13)

Friends of the Williamson County Public Library will be hosting a book sale this Friday the 11th through Sunday the 13th! Spend a couple of hours browsing their vast variety of genres at this fun event full of used books – you may even find your new favorite book!

 

Floral Design Workshop at Morning Glory Orchard (Aug. 11)

Morning Glory Orchard in Nolensville invites you to participate in their Floral Design Workshop this Friday at 6pm. Expert floral designer Rebecca Adams will show you how to create your own beautiful flower arrangements! Bring a friend and enjoy the gorgeous views at Morning Glory Orchard while learning about floral care and design with complimentary refreshments and a cider slushie of your choice!

 

LIVE Telescope Night! - Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, Brentwood, TN

Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory

 

Telescope Night at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory (Aug. 11)

The Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory in Brentwood will be hosting a Live Telescope Night this Friday from 9- 11pm! Guests are invited to view their exhibits, speak with astronomers, and use telescopes to look for various celestial objects in the Summer sky! 

 

Farmers Markets (Aug. 12)

These weekly farmers markets provide the perfect opportunity to support your local farmers, kitchens, and artisans! 

  • You can find The Franklin Farmers Market every Saturday morning behind The Factory at Franklin with numerous vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, handcrafted items, and local art.
  • The Nolensville Farmers Market will be taking place every Saturday from 8am-12pm at the Historic Nolensville School. Local farmers and artisans will offer fresh, seasonal foods and unique crafts! 

 

Silent Run Late Summer Series I & II in Franklin, TN.

 

Silent Run Late Summer Series (Aug. 12-13)

Silent Run Farm will be hosting two free Hunter Jumper Shows at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm this Saturday and Sunday! These MTHJA-recognized shows feature everything from walk-trot poles to a 2’6” derby! If you are interested in watching local horses and riders participate in this series of hunter shows, stop by on Saturday or Sunday!

 

Farm to Table Dinner at GratiDude Ranch (Aug. 12)

GratiDude Ranch in Franklin will be hosting a Farm-to-Table Dinner with Chef Brayden Apple of River Cottage Farm this Saturday from 5:30- 8:30pm. This delectable 5-course meal features fresh food made from locally sourced ingredients as well as wine pairings, craft drinks, and live music!

 

Farm to Table Dinner at GratiDude Ranch Franklin, Tenn.

 

Live Performances 

Live in The Lounge (Aug. 11-12): The Harpeth Hotel’s 1799 Lounge will be hosting live music from 7-10pm this Friday and Saturday! 

Guys & Dolls (Aug. 11-13): Pull-Tight Players Theatre will be performing Guys & Dolls this weekend!

Stairway to Zeppelin (Aug. 12): Stairway to Zeppelin is a Led Zeppelin tribute band that will be playing at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center this Saturday from 7-9pm!

 

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Shopping for antiques or curious about a restaurant? Wanting to volunteer your time with a non-profit, or just stopping by downtown Franklin, TN for the day? Access it all on FranklinIs.com. We encourage you to browse through the Living, News, Entertainment, Family & Kids, Real Estate, Visit, Resources and Events Calendar sections. There is something for everyone! 

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