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Home Alone
2024-12-23 10:00 (America/Chicago) | 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.

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, 2024-12-24 13:30, 2024-12-26 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.

Leiper’s Fork Distillery: A Spirited Tennessee Christmas
2024-12-24 11:00 - 2024-12-29 18:00, 2024-12-31 11:00 - 17:00 | Leiper’s Fork Distillery, 3381 Southall Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Celebrate the holiday season at Leiper’s Fork Distillery, located about 30 miles from Nashville and about 8 miles from downtown Franklin. Southern warmth and the joy of the season blend in the beautiful “A Spirited Tennessee Christmas” pop-up bar featuring twinkling lights, seasonal sips and a photo booth so you can capture holiday memories. Get into the holiday spirit with the “Spiced Cherry Mule,” featuring Tennessee whiskey, spiced cherry, ginger beer and fresh lime.
See event link below to confirm dates and times.

Christmas Eve Dinner at Southall
2024-12-24 16:00 - 19:30 | Southall Farm & Inn, 1994 Carter’s Creek Pike, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Enjoy a festive evening with your most loved ones around the Southall Christmas trees enjoying a luxurious meal, specialty holiday drinks, and live music the night before Christmas.
Led by Chef Andrew Klamar and Chef Nate Leonard at Southall’s signature restaurant, January, the menu will feature seasonal ingredients sourced from the property’s farm and local purveyors— seed-to-fork dining based on what the land provides.

Christmas in 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails
2024-12-25 10:00 - 21:00 | 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails, 130 2nd Ave N, Harpeth Hotel, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Christmas in 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails, downtown Franklin, December 25, 2024.
PRIME RIB- 14oz Slow Roasted Prime Rib, Whipped Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, Caramelized Onions, Au Jus, Creamy Horseradish Sauce
LOBSTER RISOTTO- One and a Half Pound Fresh Lobster, Fennel, Apple, Dill, Frisee

Elf
2024-12-26 13:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Elf – The Franklin Theatre
Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn’t know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit.

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.

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
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

Holidays at The Factory Walking Tour
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!

NOON YEARSSS 🎉
2024-12-31 10:00 - 14:00 | Curio Brewing Company, 216 Noah Drive, Suite 140, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Curio Brewing Company: NOON YEARSSS 🎉
Join us as we welcome the year new yet again at our Annual Noon years celebration! 💥
We will ring in the new year at 12pm with a balloon drop! 🎈
We’ll have live music, good food, a bounce house for the kiddos and lots of great brews! Don’t miss out and join in on the fun, we look forward to celebrating with our community! 🍻

Strike Midnight at Kings!
2024-12-31 18:00 - 2025-01-01 01:00 | KINGS DINING & ENTERTAINMENT – FRANKLIN, 1910 Galleria Blvd, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Strike Midnight at Kings Franklin 2025!
Celebrate the ultimate New Year’s Eve and join Kings in Franklin for a night of bowling, delicious cocktails, custom menus, and games!
Reserve your lane now!
• 2 Hours of Bowling & Shoe Rental
• 4 Food Items of your Choice & Soft Drinks
• Prosecco Toast
• Additional Options Available

New Year's Eve 2025 at Southall
2024-12-31 19:00 - 2025-01-01 01:00 | Southall Farm & Inn, 1994 Carter’s Creek Pike, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Welcome 2025 with style at Southall’s New Year’s Eve Party in Franklin, where sparkling decor and vibrant festivities set the stage for an unforgettable night. Dance to an incredible live performance with a high-energy dance floor. Enjoy gourmet appetizers and desserts, and capture memories at the themed photo booth.
Stay & Celebrate
Make it a night you’ll never forget—and a morning you’ll never regret. With packages starting at $1,795, enjoy an overnight stay at Southall with the luxury of taking the elevator home. Your package includes two tickets to the New Year’s Eve celebration plus two tickets to our Hangover Brunch on New Year’s Day.
VIP Tables
Celebrate New Year’s Eve the Southall way with a VIP Table experience designed for groups of up to 10. Your evening begins with passed canapés and continues with two bottles of premium champagne, perfectly chilled for your midnight toast. Enjoy guaranteed seating in the heart of the celebration, complete with personal butler service to ensure every detail is taken care of. This is indulgence, comfort, and celebration—wrapped into one unforgettable night at Southall.
Join us for a night of wonder, sophistication, and Southall magic as we raise our glasses to 2025.

Tony's New Year's Eve 2025
2024-12-31 20:00 | Tony’s Eat & Drink, 1000 Meridian Blvd, Suite 100, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Tony’s Eat & Drink presents the very best NYE party in Franklin with Sounds by DJ Luck-E and Champagne Toast at Midnight!

Beat the line and get your tickets for Tony’s NYE 2025 Party! We will have Sounds by DJ Luck-E and champagne toast at midnight. Beat the line and get your tickets today! Guaranteed entry before 10pm. DRESS TO IMPRESS!

Bollywood NYE Bash 2025
2024-12-31 20:00 - 2025-01-01 00:45 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Get ready for a night of Desi Dhamaka, Patiala Pegs, and non-stop Midnight Moves! 💃✨ Join us for a glittering evening packed with Glamour, beats and pure Midnight Madness that won’t let you sit. 🌟 Countdown to 2025, Bollywood style! 🎶🍾
🗓 Date: December 31st (Tuesday)
⏰ Time: 8 PM until 12:45 AM on New Year’s Day
📍 Location: The Factory at Franklin (Liberty Hall), 230 Franklin Rd, Franklin, TN 37064. We are so glad to be back in our favorite location.
📌 What to Expect:
💃🏻🕺🏽🏆 Only and the BEST Bollywood Party in Town at PRIME Location
🚘🅿️ Parking is FREE (Ample parking Spots)
👩🏻‍💼 Family Friendly Party (Kids under 5 years join for FREE)
🔥✨ 💃🕺Large Dance Area
👨‍👨‍👦‍👦🪑Reserved Table and PRIORITY Seating for GROUP Bookings
✨ Best DJ Non-Stop Music to get you dancing all night long
🍸🍻 Cash Bar
♨️🥘 Awesome Food** that will delight your taste buds (** Food available to Purchase)
🎥 📸 Photo Booth Fun
🥳 Exclusive party favors* (until supplies last) to make the night even more special
🎇 A Midnight champagne Toast to Welcome 2025 in style!

Franklin's New Years Eve Bash!
2024-12-31 21:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Skylight NYE Bash: Ring in 2025!
New Year’s Eve Bash: Ring in 2025 in style at The Skylight Bar’s New Year’s Eve Bash on Dec. 31, 2024, from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The evening will feature a champagne service, a live screening of the ball drop and an unforgettable party atmosphere. This event is free and open to the public, no ticket is required.

New Year’s Eve with Brother Maven at Pucketts Franklin
2024-12-31 22:00 - 23:55 | Puckett’s Restaurant Franklin, 120 4th Ave. S., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Live Music at Puckett’s Franklin on New Year’s Eve
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Puckett’s in Franklin! Brother Maven is an American Rock & Soul band and one of the most exciting new artists emerging from the diverse musical landscape of Nashville, Tennessee.
Show 10:00 pm – 12:00 am, $30 cover charge includes show, champagne toast and party favors, call 615-794-5527 for reservations.

Arrington Vineyards: A Sweet Escape – Wine tasting paired with Chocolates & Desserts
2025-02-07 11:00 - 2025-02-09 16:30, 2025-02-14 12:00 - 2025-02-16 16:30 | Arrington Vineyards, 6211 Patton Road, Arrington, TN, 37014, United States
Treat yourself to a truly unforgettable experience at our cozy Tasting Bar, a guided wine, chocolate, and dessert pairing designed to delight your senses. Sip our award-winning wines, perfectly matched with luxurious gourmet truffles from local artisan chocolatier, Music City Chocolates and two decadent desserts from Simply Living Life, the ultimate sweet finale. Whether you’re toasting with your Valentine or your Galentine, this exclusive experience is the perfect way to celebrate love, friendship, and the finer things in life. Don’t miss your chance to savor this one-of-a-kind pairing! Take home the AV logo Riedel wine glass you enjoyed during your tasting as a keepsake, available at a special discounted price exclusive to your experience. Be sure to grab one for everyone in your group!

Valentine’s Day Party! ❤️
2025-02-08 14:00 - 20:00 | Curio Brewing Company, 216 Noah Drive, Suite 140, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us for a memorable Valentine’s Day celebration in Franklin!❤️ We are thrilled to invite you to our festive party, taking place from 2-8pm. We will be releasing this years, Jolene. Our curiously crafted strawberry blonde ale! Plus LIVE music from our friends Black Hallow! Don’t miss out!💥 Satisfy your taste buds with delicious offerings from our friends at Ginger Pig, and don’t forget to take advantage of our happy hour from 4-6pm. This event promises fun for the whole family, so bring your loved ones and be a part of our celebration. We can’t wait to see you there!🎉

2025 Winter Ball: A Father Daughter Dance
2025-02-08 15:30 - 20:00 | Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Girls, get your Dad (Step-Dad, Uncle, Grandpa or Special Person) and join us for a beautiful Winter Ball held in Franklin at the Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave. There will be light refreshments to enjoy while a DJ plays the latest hits and provides entertainment you are sure to love. Each couple will receive a complimentary picture memento of the evening. Siblings are welcome to join in on the fun for a discounted rate of $15
Williamson County Enrichment Center in Franklin on Saturday, February 8 from 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., and Saturday, February 8 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Ages 5 – 14
$30 per couple

Valentine’s Sweetheart Market | Five Points Franklin Market
2025-02-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Five Points Franklin Market, 100 5th Ave N, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Market on Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 4-7 PM in Downtown Franklin (behind Starbucks).
Food, music, shopping & kid’s activities!
Shop FOR your the Sweethearts in your life OR bring your Sweetheart and enjoy a night out for dinner and local shopping. Perfect stop for a “Galantine’s Night” out with the girls! Lots of last-minute Valentine shopping including: fresh flowers, sweets, baked goods, jewelry, candles and artwork. Also, several farm vendors will have jarred goods, meats and breads. **Several vendors are offering pre-orders to pick up at the market. Visit our website for a listing of specific vendors and order instructions.
Food Trucks:
Pasta Bar Company – Made-to-order pasta bowls, salads & meatball sandwiches.
Ellie’s Old Fashioned Doughnuts – Cake doughnuts, coffee & cider.
Join us the night before Valentine’s to get your last-minute gifts and treats for your sweetie! Website: www.fivepointsfranklinmarket.com

Galentine's Day Celebration
2025-02-13 17:00 - 18:00 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Celebrate friendships, funny moments, and cherished memories at our Galentine’s Day event in Brentwood! Enjoy fun activities and a festive photobooth. It’s Valentine’s Day with your gals! Spots are limited, so please register.
This program is funded by the Friends of the John P. Holt Brentwood Library.

Frothy Love 3-Course Valentine's Day Dinners
2025-02-13 17:00 - 2025-02-15 21:00 | Frothy Monkey Downtown Franklin, 125 5th Avenue S., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Downtown Franklin’s favorite all-day cafe is setting the mood for an casually cozy 3-Course Valentine’s Day Day dinner February 13th – 15th. For $65 per couple, you’ll enjoy an appetizer, two entrees and a dessert with the option to add any bottle of wine for $30.
The elevated casual menu is inspired by Frothy Monkey’s modern Tennessee roots and features three entrees using locally sourced ingredients. Frothy Monkey welcomes couples, families, and friends to gather and celebrate their love with this exclusive experience in Historic Downtown Franklin, TN. The regular menu and kids menu will be available to add little monkeys entrees, cocktails, beer, or coffee.
Be sure to share this event with your Valentine or Galentine’s for an evening focused on what really matters – the ones you love! Reservations are preferred and open for booking. Walk-ins will be considered based on availability.
First seating is at 5:00pm and last seating is at 8:30pm. Make Your Reservation at https://www.frothymonkey.com/frothy-love-dinners/reservations/

Galentine’s Night at Painted Tree Franklin
2025-02-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Painted Tree Boutiques – Franklin, 1113 Murfreesboro Rd Suite 254, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us on Thursday, February 13th from 6pm to 9pm for our annual Galentine’s Night in Franklin, an evening full of shopping, refreshments, and live music.
Discover gifts as unique as the people you love! Whether you’re searching for something sentimental, stylish, or sweet, Painted Tree is where you’ll find the perfect match for everyone on your list. From one-of-a-kind finds to thoughtful gifts, you’re sure to find something special!
Bring your gal pals, grab a cart, and shop the night away while supporting local business owners.

Be My Valentine Tea Party at Bound Booksellers
2025-02-14 11:30 - 12:30 | Bound Booksellers, 158 Front St #106, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join Bound Booksellers in Franklin/Westhaven on Friday, February 14 for our third annual Valentine’s tea party! We’ll enjoy tea-time treats, make a Valentine’s craft, and have a special story time! Space is limited to eight participants, so be sure to secure your spot today! Participants enjoy 10% off all in-store purchases during the tea party!
