FRANKLIN, Tenn.: The Franklin Band invites the community to its eighth annual Musical Trick or Treat on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Howard Gamble Stadium at Franklin High School, 810 Hillsboro Road. The event is free and open to the public.
Families can put on their costumes, grab a bag for treats and enjoy a Halloween outing with a musical twist. Visitors will walk through the football stadium, collecting candy and other sweet treats from different sections of the marching band while enjoying live performances by Franklin students.
“Musical Trick or Treat is one of the ways our students give back to the community that gives so much to them,” said Dr. Michael Holland, director of The Franklin Band. “It’s a chance to share their music, welcome families and have some fun together. We are grateful for the support of our school and Franklin community, and this evening is our way of saying thank you.”
The event received a 2025 Advocacy in Action Award from Music for All in the Community Involvement category, which recognizes efforts to make school music programs an integral part of their communities.
Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes and bring a bag for candy.
About The Franklin Band
The Franklin Band is an eight-time recipient of the Tennessee Governor’s Cup and a 2014 recipient of the prestigious Sudler Shield, awarded by the John Philip Sousa Foundation to marching bands of world-class excellence.
The band’s performance highlights include appearances in the Tournament of Roses Parade and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, as well as the 2024 New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Most recently, The Franklin Band proudly returned to march in the 2026 Rose Parade, marking 30 years since its original appearance in 1996.
The Franklin High School Winter Guard has earned multiple championships, including the 2015 SAA Class Championship, 2021 and 2023 SA Class Championships in the SCGC, and a Scholastic A Bronze Medal at the 2023 WGI World Championships.
A proud participant in Bands of America since 2008, Franklin is a two-time BOA Regional Champion and four-time class national runner-up. Seven Franklin ensembles have been invited to perform at the Music for All National Festival, and the Wind Ensemble has performed three times at the Tennessee Music Education Association Conference.
The Franklin Band is under the direction of Dr. Michael Holland and Nicholas Blue, assisted by Levi Brandenburg, Kate Alward and Aaron Farris.
For more information, visit www.thefranklinband.org.
