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The Movie Gang Presents: The Nightmare Before Christmas
2023-12-21 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Movie Gang Presents: The Nightmare Before Christmas – The Franklin Theatre
Fanciful frights and devilish delights await moviegoers this Halloween season as this stylish stop-motion animated musical-fantasy returns to popular big screen haunts for the first time in seven years. From the wild imaginations of producer, Tim Burton and director Henry Selick comes a visit to a world where every holiday has its own special land. The film follows the misadventures of Jack Skellington, Halloweentown’s beloved pumpkin king, who has become bored with the same annual routine of frightening people in the “real world”. When Jack accidentally stumbles on Christmastown, all bright colors and warm spirits, he gets a new lease on life — he plots to bring Christmas under his control by kidnapping Santa Claus and taking over the role. But Jack soon discovers even the best laid plans of mice and skeleton men can go seriously astray.
December 21 at 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM.

A Movie Gang Christmas Party! The Nightmare Before Christmas
2023-12-21 17:30 - 20:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Movie Gang Presents: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Thursday, December 21st, 2023, at 5:30 pm and 8:30 pm.
What’s this, what’s this?
I can’t believe my eyes, I must be dreaming! Wake up, Jack, this isn’t fair! The Movie Gang is throwing their biggest party of the year! For this year’s Christmas party, we are showing “The Nightmare Before Christmas”!
We are so happy to be back at our Franklin Theatre home and thankful to all of you loyal followers who come out and make these nights so fun!
For The Nightmare Before Christmas, we are going all out! Come see the most movie decorations we’ve ever had! We are giving out free candy canes, free stickers for you super movie fans, plus we are having live Christmas caroling on stage before the film!
And you never know what surprises might happen after the movie starts!
We encourage you to quote it loud and sing all the songs! More surprises to come!! Making Christmas! Making Christmas! La la la! It’s ours this time!
Make sure you arrive at doors to experience all the fun! Doors always open an hour before the movie starts!

Studio Tenn's 'It's A Wonderful Life', A Live Radio Play
2023-12-21 19:00 - 2023-12-24 19:00 | Turner Theater, 230 Franklin Road - Inside The Factory at Franklin, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Middle Tennessee’s newest holiday tradition is back – Studio Tenn’s ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’, A Live Radio Play
It’s A Wonderful Life, A Live Radio Play is set on a snowy Christmas Eve inside a local radio station which features a multi-talented ensemble of five actors who bring to life every heartwarming character, the iconic town of Bedford Falls, and the story of an idealistic George Bailey as he considers the course his life has taken up to this one fateful night. A Heaven-sent gift for the entire family.
Dec. 7-24
Thurs – Sun at 7:00 p.m.
Sat – Sun matinees at 2:00 p.m.

The Santa Clause
2023-12-22 13:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Santa Clause – The Franklin Theatre
When a man inadvertently makes Santa fall off his roof on Christmas Eve, he finds himself magically recruited to take his place.

The Franklin Farmers Market
2023-12-23 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-12-30 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-06 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-13 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Franklin Farmers Market, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Franklin Farmers Market is a True Tennessee Farmers Market!
From produce, fruit and dairy to baked goods and meats, you’ll find delicious fresh food at the Franklin Farmers Market in downtown Franklin, TN. And because it’s all from local farms, the variety of goods increases and changes each week through the seasons. You can taste the difference, because it all comes straight from the farm to the market, ripe and ready to enjoy. It’s Tennessee farm fresh food from real farmers, every Saturday morning at the Franklin Farmers Market. Plus, there are a select number of local crafts persons at the market too, with unique and beautiful goods for you to enjoy.
The non-profit FFM believes that local family farms can remain successful with support from the market to stay productive. Productive family farms are important to both the economic and environmental structures of Middle Tennessee communities and the Franklin Farmers Market is working to ensure the future of farming in Tennessee.
Artisans
While the Franklin Farmers Market is the home of real farmers, it is also the place for eclectic offerings from local artists and craftsmen. Come out to the market and meet Middle Tennessee’s best artisans who specialize in such crafts as original photography and paintings, hand turned woodwork, one of a kind pottery and handcrafted jewelry. It’s a diverse mix of local artisans, making the Franklin Farmers Market the spot for unique artworks, crafts and gifts.
Events and Festivals
The Franklin Farmers Market holds many events and festivals throughout the year, too! Their Pardoning of the Turkey event is a family favorite event! Another family favorite event is when Santa visits the market each December! The Franklin Strawberry Festival offers a lot of strawberries, of course! You will also find fun activities and games for kids and the best homemade strawberry shortcakes you’ll ever eat! The festival is great fun for all ages! The Tomato Festival celebrates summer’s favorite veggie with heirloom tomato tastings, plus a lot of fun games for the kids! The Franklin Watermelon Festival is a fun day for the whole family, too! Enjoy games for kids and adults, including the popular watermelon seed-spitting contest and the popular fastest watermelon eating contest. There will also be wild watermelon carvings and slices of ice cold watermelon to enjoy!

Market Hours: All Year Long, Every Saturday

The Franklin Farmers Market is a year-round market. The summer season of the market is May through October every Saturday 8am – 1pm. The winter season of the market is November through April with hours of 9am – 12noon.

Santa Brunch
2023-12-23 10:30 - 14:00, 2023-12-24 10:30 - 14:00 | 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails, 130 2nd Ave N, Harpeth Hotel, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Santa Brunch in Downtown Franklin at 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails
Enjoy an exclusive North Pole inspired brunch menu while Santa makes his way around the restaurant and making sure he has all of the last-minute requests for those on the nice list.
Feeling Naughty? The Elves At 1799 have crafted some spirited drinks for those who didn’t make the list.
Don’t forget your camera to capture the moment!
Brunch opens at 10:30 a.m., and Santa arrives at 11:00 a.m.

Jingle All the Way
2023-12-23 13:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Jingle All the Way – The Franklin Theatre
A father vows to get his son a Turbo Man action figure for Christmas. However, every store is sold out, and he must travel all over town and compete with everybody else in order to find one.

It's a Wonderful Life
2023-12-24 17:00 - 20:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
It’s a Wonderful Life – The Franklin Theatre
An angel is sent from Heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed.
December 24th at 5 PM and 8:30 PM.

Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar
2023-12-26 19:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us every Tuesday for trivia at The Skylight Bar hosted by Nerdy Talk Trivia! Located inside The Factory at Franklin in historic downtown Franklin, grab a delicious drink or two while playing trivia with your friends or family!
About The Factory at Franklin
The Factory at Franklin is a unique, historic retail and entertainment complex that houses a variety of restaurants, storefronts, and event spaces.

Tiki Night Happy Hour
2023-12-27 12:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Tiki Night Happy Hour at The Skylight Bar (weekly on Wednesdays)
Wear a Hawaiian shirt and enjoy happy hour pricing every Wednesday at The Skylight Bar, located in downtown Franklin, inside The Factory at Franklin!

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams Factory at Franklin Grand Opening Party
2023-12-28 18:00 - 22:00 | Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams – Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Suite 11-L, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
THE WAIT IS OVER! We’re swinging open the doors to our scoop shop in the Factory at Franklin (230 Franklin Rd.)—and we’re throwing a grand opening party to celebrate!
Join us on December 28 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. for free scoops for all and swag bags for the first 50 people in line.
Extra sweet incentive! We’re giving away free ice cream for a year to the first five folks in line*. These lucky few will get 52 free scoop cards so your weekly Jeni’s visit will be on us.

New Year's Eve Bollywood Party 2024
2023-12-31 20:00 - 2024-01-01 01:00 | Champion Ballroom Center, 206 B Coolsprings Blvd., Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
New Year’s Eve Party 2024 (The Best Party in Town)

THE Most entertaining Bollywood New Year Party organized by Shuddh Desi Radio!
-Non stop DJ Music
-Midnight Champagne toast
-Cash Bar
-Hookah Bar
-Free giveaways
-Photo Booth
-Mouthwatering food (Available to purchase)
-Free ample parking
FAMILY/Kid Friendly Party (You can bring your kids)
Venue (Note change in Location):- Champion Ballroom Center, 206 B Cool Springs Blvd, Franklin, TN 37067
Time:- Dec 31, 2023, 8:00 PM CST to Jan 01, 2024, 1:30 AM CST
BUY your Tickets early .Click this link to buy your tickets-
https://www.shuddhdesiradio.com/event-details/new-year-party-2024
. Only Limited Tickets available. And the ticket price is very affordable, it’s only $30 for a limited time. Entry ticket price at the door, could be revised upwards.
See you and your friends at the Best NYE Party!

Bollywood New Year's Eve Gala 2024
2023-12-31 20:00 - 2024-01-01 01:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Urban Sadhoos Bollywood New Year’s Eve Gala 2024, Liberty Hall, Factory at Franklin
Get Ready for a monumental celebration this New Year’s Eve at Bollywood NYE Gala 2024. Ring in the New Year in Desi Style with a good cheer, a great toast, rhythmic music, delicious buffet and lots of fun with your friends and family! Live music, DJ, Indian buffet, drinks, and free parking!

Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar
2024-01-02 19:00, 2024-01-09 19:00, 2024-01-16 19:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us every Tuesday for trivia at The Skylight Bar hosted by Nerdy Talk Trivia! Located inside The Factory at Franklin in historic downtown Franklin, grab a delicious drink or two while playing trivia with your friends or family!
About The Skylight Bar
The Skylight Bar, an innovative bar and event space, located in the Grand Hall of The Factory at Franklin. Conveniently situated at 230 Franklin Road in the heart of downtown Franklin, Tennessee, The Skylight Bar continues to be the perfect locale for creating lasting memories with the community, hosting events and more.

Downtown Franklin Art Crawl
2024-01-05 18:00 - 21:00 | HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Historic Downtown Franklin Art Crawl Features Local Artists, Live Music, Guided Art Tours, Complimentary Refreshments and More!
The first Friday of each month, the Franklin Art Crawl includes dozens of sites dispersed through an area thriving with spots listed on the National Register of Historic Places in downtown Franklin, Tennessee, and at The Factory at Franklin!
The free monthly event celebrates Williamson County, Tennessee’s local craftsmanship and provides both the novice and the art connoisseur an opportunity to see a sweeping variety of magnificent work – from blown glass and mixed media to turned wood, paintings, and more!
Many of the galleries, working studios and stores serve complimentary refreshments during the evening, and some offer live music.
Hop aboard the complimentary trolley for a seamless journey to all the featured artists on the Franklin Art Crawl route. All art featured is available for purchase!
Visit Franklin Art Scene Facebook page and Instagram to learn more about the artists that will be featured at each participating site!
By scanning the QR code on the event sign, visitors can easily navigate the Art Crawl area and find the businesses hosting artists each month. Art crawl guests may begin at any participating location on the map!
For more information, please visit Arts Council of Williamson County TN.
More event details are below!

Oddity Improv Show at The Factory in Franklin
2024-01-08 19:30, 2024-01-15 19:30 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Oddity Improv Shows in Downtown Franklin at The Factory in Franklin
Dive into a world of laughter at The Factory in Franklin with Oddity Improv! Experience a night of uproarious fun with our clean-ish improv show every Monday—ideal for ages 13 and up.

Peter Pan
2024-01-14 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
First star to the right and straight on till morning! Come join in the fun as we travel to Neverland and experience all the magic, adventure, and wonder that awaits you with Peter Pan, Captain Hook, Wendy, Tinkerbell, and the Lost Boys. In the world of Neverland, Peter Pan is king until he meets his match…a female Captain Hook. Experience a theatrical and inventive Peter Pan like you never have before! We won’t grow up, and neither should you, so come crow with all your friends at Act Too Players!
Performed by the talented teens of Act Too Players. (Ages 8-15)

Songwriter Showcase at The Skylight Bar
2024-01-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Grab a drink at The Skylight Bar in downtown Franklin, inside The Factory at Franklin and enjoy the musical stylings of a rotating selection of talented local musicians every Monday night!
About The Skylight Bar
The Skylight Bar, an innovative bar and event space, located in the Grand Hall of The Factory at Franklin. Conveniently situated at 230 Franklin Road in the heart of downtown Franklin, Tennessee, The Skylight Bar continues to be the perfect locale for creating lasting memories with the community, hosting events and more.

Tiki Night Happy Hour at The Skylight Bar
2024-01-17 12:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States

The Franklin Theatre Songwriter Series LEGENDS: John Oates
2024-01-18 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
John Oates, co-founder of the legendary group Hall & Oates, is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the American Songwriters Hall of Fame a BMI Icon award winner and has won numerous American Music, MTV awards, and multiple Grammy nominations. As part of Hall & Oates he has recorded 21 albums, scored 10 number one records, over 20 Top 40 hits which have sold over 80 million units, making them the most successful duo in rock history.
Addtionally, John is an accomplished solo artist who has recorded 8 albums and released multiple singles since the early 2000s. In 2017 he released an autobiography ” Change of Season” that became an Amazon Best Seller. Singing from the time he could talk and playing the guitar since the age of five, John Oates was destined to be a musician. Born in New York City, his family moved to a small town outside of Philadelphia, PA in the early 1950s. Since then John’s life has paralleled the evolution of Rock and American Popular music. He was influenced by the early rock and rhythm and blues artists as well as the nascent roots music of the 1960s folk revival, as well as bluegrass, delta blues, and ragtime. His solo work is an amalgamation of all his early influences as a part of Nashville’s Americana Music community. John continues to tour worldwide with an intimate acoustic “Evening of Songs and Stories” style performance that has garnered rave reviews.

Mean Girls - High School Edition
2024-01-20 13:00 - 2024-01-21 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Act Too Players, Mean Girls – High School Edition at The Franklin Theatre
Consider this your invitation from Regina George herself to license the fiercely hilarious musical from book writer Tina Fey (30 Rock), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde) and composer Jeff Richmond (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt).
Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung.
Adapted from Fey’s hit 2004 film, Mean Girls was nominated for a staggering 12 Tony Awards.
PG 13 | Parents are encouraged to do their research. Performed by the talented group of Act Too Players (Ages 14-18)
January 20th – 1 PM, 4 PM and 7 PM.
January 21st – 1 PM, 4 PM and 7 PM.
