Live Jazz
2024-12-15 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-22 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Amendment XVIII Cocktail Club, 317 W Main St., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Live Jazz at Amendment XVIII Cocktail Club
Join us every Sunday night from 5pm to 8pm at Amendment XVIII Cocktail Club in downtown Franklin for live jazz. Immerse yourself in the smooth, soulful sounds of local jazz musicians while sipping on expertly crafted cocktails. Whether you’re winding down the weekend or kicking off your evening, our intimate setting and relaxed vibe make it the perfect spot to enjoy great music and even better drinks.

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
2024-12-15 17:00 - 2024-12-16 17:00, 2024-12-26 17:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989) – The Franklin Theatre
The Griswold family’s plans for a big family Christmas predictably turn into a big disaster. PG-13

Oddity Improv Monday Night Shows
2024-12-16 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-12-23 19:30 - 21:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Experience a night of uproarious fun with Oddity Improv’s clean-ish improv show at The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, every Monday!
Oddity Improv is a non-profit theatre company on a mission to empower and build confidence through the joy of improv and sketch-comedy. Expect the unexpected as we deliver unique performances, and stay tuned for the thrill of surprise guest stars!
$18 Online, $23 at the door.
The Mockingbird Theatre @ The Factory in Franklin
Show is recommended for Ages 13+
Bar opens at 6, Doors open at 7, Show starts @ 7:30 pm, see you there!
https://oddityimprov.com/shows

It's a Wonderful Life
2024-12-16 20:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
It’s a Wonderful Life | The Franklin Theatre
George Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all – and it’s Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashback. As George is about to jump from a bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence – who then shows George what his town would have looked like if it hadn’t been for all his good deeds over the years.

Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar
2024-12-17 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.

The Music of A Charlie Brown Christmas with Lori Mechem
2024-12-17 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Great American Songbook Series: The Music of A Charlie Brown Christmas with Lori Mechem
Get in the holiday spirit with the jazzy classics from Vince Guaraldi Trio’s beloved “A Charlie Brown Christmas” soundtrack, performed by Lori Mechem!
As founder of the Nashville Jazz Workshop, along with husband Roger Spencer, Lori Mechem is a respected jazz pianist, composer, educator and recording artist that has lived in the Nashville area since 1988. In addition to directing production shows and conducting musical theatre, she has performed with artists such as Dizzy Gillespie, Red Holloway, Jimmy Smith, Cal Collins, Roy McCurdy, Terry Gibbs, Pete Christlieb, Edie Gorme, Bobby Militello, Kirk Whalum and Donna McElroy.

Home Alone
2024-12-18 17:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Home Alone – The Franklin Theatre
An eight-year-old troublemaker, mistakenly left home alone, must defend his home against a pair of burglars on Christmas Eve.

Franklin Holiday Lights Trolley Tour
2024-12-18 18:00 - 2024-12-20 20:00, 2024-12-21 17:30 - 2024-12-22 19:30 | HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
A Holiday Lights Tour has become a MUST when you’re in the Holiday Spirits, so get ready to sit back, relax, and listen to your favorite holiday music, while enjoying the beautiful lights of Franklin, TN and Williamson County. Complimentary Bottled water, and Candy Canes will be available ON BOARD the trolley! Routes include Franklin area neighborhoods, in addition to Historic Downtown Franklin. Routes for the 2024 will include Festival of Lights, based on its availability.
Franklin Holiday Lights Trolley Tour
Dates: December 5 – December 22, 2024 on select days.
Times: Sat thru Sun 5:30pm & 7:30pm, Wed thru Fri 6pm & 8pm.

Studio Tenn Presents: Million Dollar Quartet Christmas
2024-12-18 19:00 - 2024-12-22 13:00 | Turner Theater, 230 Franklin Road - Inside The Factory at Franklin, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Studio Tenn Presents: Million Dollar Quartet Christmas – Turner Theater – December 5–29, 2024
After a sold-out and triumphant run in Studio Tenn’s 2023-24 Season, the Million Dollar Quartet is back, this time to ring in the holiday season! Set on the same evening of December 4, 1956, the story seamlessly continues from right where the music legends left off. Not only did they capture some of their greatest hits that night, but they also recorded beloved sounds of the season and chart-topping Christmas tracks. Last year’s cast returns to the Turner Theater stage, including Jefferson McDonald as Jerry Lee Lewis, Kurt Jenkins as Carl Perkins, Cole as Elvis Presley, Moot Davis as Sam Phillips and Emma Rose Williamson as Dyanne. Gregg Hammer will step into the shoes of Johnny Cash.
Spend another magical night with these incredible musical personalities and create unforgettable new holiday memories. Nostalgic holiday hits include “Run Rudolph Run,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “I’ll Be Home For Christmas” and more.
Wednesday, December 18 – 7:00 PM
Thursday, December 19 – 7:00 PM
Friday, December 20 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 21 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 22 – 1:00 PM
Please see Calendar for more event dates.

Winter Wonderettes
2024-12-18 19:30 - 2024-12-21 19:30 | Pull-Tight Players Theatre, 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Pull-Tight Players Theatre – Winter Wonderettes – December 6-8, 11-15, 18-21
This seasonal celebration finds the Wonderettes entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Santa goes missing, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the party! Featuring great ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Run, Rudolph, Run,” and “Winter Wonderland,” the result is, of course, marvelous!
Written & Created by Roger Bean
Vocal Arrangements by Roger Bean & Brian Baker
Musical Arrangements by Brian Baker
Directed by Kyle Rybczyk
Wednesday, December 18 – 7:30 PM
Thursday, December 19 – 7:30 PM
Friday, December 20 – 7:30 PM
Saturday, December 21 – 7:30 PM

World’s Best Cup of Coffee: Christmas Pop-Up Bar
2024-12-19 17:00 - 2024-12-21 23:30 | McGavock’s Coffee Bar & Provisions, 130 2nd Ave N., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
World’s Best Cup of Coffee is Franklin Tennessee’s first and only Holiday Pop-Up Bar.
Celebrate your favorite Tennessee Musicians and Christmas memories with one-of-a-kind cocktails in a fully immersive Christmas experience.
Think you’ve seen everything? Look again, see if you can find your favorite Artists in the decorations.
Seating is first come, first serve basis.
21+ after 9pm.
See Calendar for more dates!

Thursday Singer/Songwriters Night
2024-12-19 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Amendment XVIII Cocktail Club, 317 W Main St., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Experience the best of local talent every Thursday night from 7 PM to 9 PM at Amendment XVIII Cocktail Club in downtown Franklin. Our Singer-Songwriter Night showcases up-and-coming artists as they perform original songs in an intimate, cozy setting. Enjoy a night of heartfelt music and creative cocktails, perfect for music lovers and those looking to discover new sounds. Come support local artists and unwind with a uniquely crafted cocktail as you soak in the raw, authentic vibes.

Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series: Trannie Anderson and Dallas Wilson "Songs of Lainey Wilson"
2024-12-19 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Hear the songs of reigning Entertainer of the Year, Lainey Wilson, performed by writers Trannie Anderson and Dallas Wilson!

Love Actually
2024-12-19 23:59 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Love Actually | The Franklin Theatre
Follows the lives of eight very different couples in dealing with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London, England.

Holidays at The Factory Walking Tour
2024-12-20 10:15 - 11:30, 2024-12-27 10:15 - 11:30 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join our festive celebrations with a walk down memory lane!
Bring family, friends, visitors from out of town or just down the road to experience the holidays at Franklin’s favorite spot!
We’re feeling the festivities here at The Factory and we want you to join us! Bring friends, family, guests from out of town, neighbors down the street, or just yourself and join our walking tour of The Factory. We’ll cover all 95 years of The Factory’s history, sharing about the town that welcomed a stove plant amidst its rolling hills, the people who gave our campus life, and the products they made, all under the glow of our holiday lights. As a special treat, enjoy a glass of warm cider as we brave the chill for our outdoor stops!

Open Mic Night with Hemp Happy Hour at The Parlor
2024-12-20 16:30 - 19:30 | The Parlor at Bubble Joy, 4208 Old Hillsboro Rd Ste 7 & 8, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us in the hidden speakeasy, The Parlor within Bubble Joy, in Leiper’s Fork for Open Mic Night! The Parlor offers a unique Mocktail and Oxygen Bar experience for adults aged 21 and over. Guests can enjoy an array of Standard, Adaptogen-based or Hemp-based craft mocktails. If you’re in the mood for something creamy, try our FLIGHT of Orange Cream, Rootbeer and Cola THC mocktail floats made with Ice Cream.
Guests are invited to partake in the Open Mic Night Hemp Happy Hour, held every Friday evening from 4:30 to 7:30 PM. During these sessions, patrons can enjoy live music, poetry readings, and spoken word performances by local artists. The beverage menu includes a variety of craft mocktails, ranging from standard offerings to unique adaptogen-based and hemp-based creations.
The Parlour also offers a Tea Bar, that features craft herbal tea blends complemented by a selection of herbal and floral elixirs and tincture add-ons, catering to those seeking a warming beverage with a twist.

The Gatlins: Country and Christmas
2024-12-20 20:00 - 2024-12-21 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Gatlins: Country and Christmas | The Franklin Theatre
Larry, Steve, & Rudy, the Gatlin Brothers are a Grammy Award-winning trio who have dazzled audiences for more than 65 years with a lifetime of noteworthy achievements in their storybook career, including a Grammy for Best Country Song (“Broken Lady”), three ACM awards for Single of the Year (“All The Gold In California”), Album of the Year (Straight Ahead) and Male Vocalist of the Year for Larry Gatlin, along with five nominations for CMA Vocal Group of the Year, Single, Album and Male Vocalist of the Year. (DOVE Awards – AMA’s – PEOPLE’S CHOICE info here) The Brothers have accumulated 7 # 1 Singles, 32 Top 40 Records, 22 Studio Albums and 5 BMI “Million-Air” Awards. Larry ranks 4th as Solo Writer’s with the most self-penned top 40 Billboard Hits! His massive song catalog has been recorded by the Who’s Who of entertainers, including Elvis Presley, Barbara Streisand, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Glen Campbell, Kris Kristofferson, Sir Tom Jones, Dottie West, Charlie Rich, Johnny Mathis and dozens of others, securing his legacy as one of BMI’s top solo songwriters of all time.
For more than 65 years now, the Gatlin Brothers have entertained audiences in some of the world’s largest venues and from some of the most iconic stages, including the GRAMMY Awards, the American Music Awards, the People’s Choice Awards, the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, Oprah, Hee Haw, Love Boat, the Midnight Special with Wolfman Jack, the Merv Griffin Show, Solid Gold, the Barbara Mandrell Show and their own variety special on ABC – “Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers”.

The Movie Gang Presents: 'Twas The Nightmare Before Christmas!
2024-12-22 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
‘Twas The Nightmare Before Christmas and all through the Franklin Theatre… not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… well except Jack Skellington and all his friends as the movie gang throws a Christmas movie Party! That’s right, folks! Right before Christmas we are bringing back the Tim Burton classic, “The Nightmare Before Christmas”. This time fully decked out! The first 100 people through the door will get to enjoy a free Christmas tree shaped sugar cookie made by Franklin’s very own Triple Crown Bakery. Eveyone will get a free full size candy cane to enjoy during the film! We will even have hot chocolate for sale at the bar! The lobby will be decked out with movie themed and Christmas decorations to keep you all in the spirit and get you ready for the big day!! If you’ve never been to a Movie Gang event before, you’ll love the concert lighting surprises interacting throughout the movie with specific scenes and songs!
This event will be a fun night for the entire family so spread the word and grab your tickets!!!

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
2024-12-23 17:00 - 23:59 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989) – The Franklin Theatre
The Griswold family’s plans for a big family Christmas predictably turn into a big disaster. PG-13
December 23 at 5 PM and midnight.

It’s a Wonderful Life
2024-12-23 20:30, 2024-12-26 20:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States

Studio Tenn Presents: Million Dollar Quartet Christmas
2024-12-26 14:00 - 2024-12-29 13:00 | Turner Theater, 230 Franklin Road - Inside The Factory at Franklin, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Studio Tenn Presents: Million Dollar Quartet Christmas – Turner Theater – December 5–29, 2024
After a sold-out and triumphant run in Studio Tenn’s 2023-24 Season, the Million Dollar Quartet is back, this time to ring in the holiday season! Set on the same evening of December 4, 1956, the story seamlessly continues from right where the music legends left off. Not only did they capture some of their greatest hits that night, but they also recorded beloved sounds of the season and chart-topping Christmas tracks. Last year’s cast returns to the Turner Theater stage, including Jefferson McDonald as Jerry Lee Lewis, Kurt Jenkins as Carl Perkins, Cole as Elvis Presley, Moot Davis as Sam Phillips and Emma Rose Williamson as Dyanne. Gregg Hammer will step into the shoes of Johnny Cash.
Spend another magical night with these incredible musical personalities and create unforgettable new holiday memories. Nostalgic holiday hits include “Run Rudolph Run,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “I’ll Be Home For Christmas” and more.
December 26 – 2 PM and 7 PM
December 27 – 7 PM
December 28 – 2 PM and 7 PM
December 29 – 1 PM
Please see Calendar for more event dates.

Holiday LIGHTS at Cheekwood
2024-12-26 16:30 - 2025-01-05 22:00 | CHEEKWOOD ESTATE & GARDENS, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN, 37205, United States
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens 10th Annual Holiday LIGHTS
Nashville’s classic holiday tradition returns, featuring a one-mile walking path with elegant and creative displays of lights that set Cheekwood Estate & Gardens aglow. With over one million lights twinkling throughout the gardens, s’mores, seasonal libations and a Holiday Marketplace, Holiday LIGHTS is a memory-making experience for visitors of all ages. Tour the Historic Mansion, specially decorated this year by former White House florist Laura Dowling.
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens 10th Annual Holiday LIGHTS runs November 22, 2024 through January 5, 2025, from 4:30 pm – 10:00 pm.

Die Hard
2024-12-26 23:59 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Die Hard – The Franklin Theatre
A New York City police officer tries to save his estranged wife and several others taken hostage by terrorists during a Christmas party at the Nakatomi Plaza in Los Angeles.
