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Santa Brunch at 1799 Kitchen and Bar Room
2025-12-14 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-21 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room, 130 2nd Ave N, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Santa Brunch at 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room is back this holiday season!
Join us for Santa Brunch all holiday season every weekend starting after Thanksgiving up until Christmas Day! Enjoy holiday Brunch favorites like Santa’s Cinnamon Rolls and Rudolph’s Eggs Benedict! Come enjoy time with the family while Santa makes his rounds around the dining room, spreading the Christmas cheer!

Grinchmas Brunch
2025-12-14 10:30 - 13:30, 2025-12-20 10:30 - 13:30, 2025-12-21 10:30 - 13:30 | The Rutledge – Franklin, 105 International Dr., Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Join us at The Rutledge in Franklin for a mischievously festive brunch where the Grinch might try to steal your roast beast-but the mimosas and Whoville cheer are all yours.

November 29 – December 21, 2025: Every Saturday & Sunday from 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM.

A Franklin Christmas featuring Steven Curtis Chapman & Friends
2025-12-15 19:00 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Get ready for a festive night in Franklin, filled with holiday cheer and live music from Steven Curtis Chapman & Friends!

Don’t miss this inaugural event that is sure to become a community tradition as we introduce A Franklin Christmas, presented by The Circle of Giving, Inc.
Join us at Liberty Hall (Factory at Franklin) on December 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM (CST) for a night filled with holiday cheer and amazing music from Steven Curtis Chapman & Friends!
Lean more here!

Friends of Franklin Parks Holiday Open House
2025-12-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Historic Hayes House, 331 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
Please join Friends of Franklin Parks on December 16th, 2025, from 12 to 4 PM at the historic Hayes House for our Holiday Open House. Celebrate the season with friends, family, and neighbors while enjoying warm cocoa, delicious cookies, and plenty of Christmas cheer.

Studio Tenn: White Christmas
2025-12-16 19:00 - 2025-12-21 18:00 | Turner Theater, 230 Franklin Road - Inside The Factory at Franklin, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Fall in love all over again with the timeless charm of White Christmas.
This heartwarming musical follows WWII veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis as they team up with a pair of singing sisters for a holiday show at a cozy Vermont inn—only to discover it’s owned by their beloved former commander. What follows is a magical tale of friendship, romance, and holiday cheer, wrapped in breathtaking choreography and unforgettable music, including “White Christmas,” “Sisters,” “Snow,” “The Best Things Happen While You’re Dancing,” “Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep” and so much more.
A 2x Tony Award nominee for Best Choreography and Best Orchestrations, White Christmas is a nostalgic celebration of the season—perfect for making memories with the ones you love.
White Christmas – December 4-21, 2025

Westhaven 2025 Holiday Pop-Up
2025-12-17 15:00 - 18:00 | Westhaven Foundation Park, 1008 Westhaven Boulevard, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Holiday Pop-up market in Franklin, Tennessee, featuring local artisans, food and more in the Westhaven community. Wednesday, December 3, 10 and 17, 2025, from 3 PM and 6 PM.

Holly Jolly Festival of Lights
2025-12-17 17:00 - 2025-12-23 21:00 | Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Rd., Eagleville, TN, 37060, United States
Holly Jolly Festival of Lights at Lucky Ladd Farms
Looking for a Christmas light show near Nashville? Lucky Ladd Farms is excited to offer family-friendly holiday activities with our very own Christmas events. Stroll our nearly mile-long trail of outdoor Christmas lights in Middle Tennessee! All ages will enjoy this magical Christmas festival featuring thousands of twinkling lights, a live nativity scene with some of your favorite farm animals, and some of the best holiday light displays with fun photo ops in all of Tennessee. So if your wondering where to see Christmas lights in town, then you’ll find us conveniently located near Franklin, Murfreesboro, and Nashville!
November 28 – December 21, 2025 – Wednesday through Sunday from 5pm-9pm
BONUS DAYS: December 22 & 23, 2025 – Monday & Tuesday from 5pm-9pm

FemCity Nashville Holiday Sparkle Celebration Party
2025-12-17 18:00 - 21:00 | 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room, 130 2nd Ave N, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
FemCity Nashville Holiday Sparkle Celebration Party!
Join us for a FEMtastic night out at 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room inside the Harpeth Hotel in downtown Franklin, where you will enjoy live music, delicious appetizers, and all the festive vibes.
Venue: 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room, Harpeth Hotel — 130 2nd Ave North, Downtown Franklin
Tickets: $30 (Alcoholic & Zero-Proof Drinks available for purchase — not provided by FemCity)
Fabulous Door Prizes: Must be present to win!
Grab your ticket, bring your sparkle, and let’s kick off the season in style!
FemCity Nashville Members pay $20 through your online portal.
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Franklin Holiday Lights Trolley Tour 2025
2025-12-17 18:00 - 2025-12-22 19:30 | HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
A Holiday Lights Tour in Franklin 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 2025 will include Festival of Lights, based on its availability.
2025 Franklin Holiday Lights Trolley Tours
Dates: December 4 – December 22, 2025 on select days.
Times: Sat thru Sun 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM, Wed thru Fri 6 PM and 8 PM.

Sounds of the Season at Southall
2025-12-19 19:00 - 2025-12-20 19:00 | Southall Farm & Inn, 1994 Carter’s Creek Pike, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
An evening of exceptional food, beverage, and live music celebrating the spirit of the holidays.
Join us for a festive evening that captures the warmth and wonder of the season. Guests will gather for a beautifully curated multi-course family dinner inspired by Southall’s winter harvest, paired with the soulful sounds of Cassandra Lewis, whose rich, nostalgic voice brings the magic of the holidays to life.
Set against the backdrop of the farm, Sounds of the Season at Southall invites you to slow down, savor, and celebrate in true Southall style — where every detail, from the ingredients on your plate to the music in the air, reflects the spirit of connection and joy.
*** Bring the Kids for a special night of fun! ***
While parents enjoy an elegant evening of music and dining at Sounds of the Season at Southall, our youngest guests are invited to their own night of holiday wonder.
Designed for children ages 5–12, this complimentary experience offers festive activities, crafts, games, and memories to treasure—all guided by our attentive Southall team, in a separate area from the concert.

Santa Brunch at 1799 Kitchen and Bar Room
2025-12-20 10:00 - 14:00 | 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room, 130 2nd Ave N, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us for Santa Brunch all holiday season every weekend starting after Thanksgiving up until Christmas Day! Enjoy holiday Brunch favorites like Santa’s Cinnamon Rolls and Rudolph’s Eggs Benedict! Come enjoy time with the family while Santa makes his rounds around the dining room, spreading the Christmas cheer! Book your spot now on our reservations page!

Cookies & Cocoa with Santa
2025-12-20 10:30 - 2025-12-21 16:30 | Lucky Ladd Farms, 4374 Rocky Glade Rd., Eagleville, TN, 37060, United States
We welcome you to join us for fun family-friendly Christmas activities as you enjoy hot cocoa, cookies, and discover the best place to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus in Middle Tennessee! While here, enjoy decorating a cookie, a hot cocoa, shopping, along with many festive sights and sounds of the holiday season. “Cookies and Cocoa with Santa” is THE family-friendly holiday experience with Santa in Nashville and Middle Tennessee that you don’t want to miss! Find us conveniently located near Franklin, Murfreesboro, and Nashville!
Cookies & Cocoa with Santa – December 6, 13, 14, 20, 21

The Gatlin Brothers: Country & Christmas
2025-12-20 16:00 - 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Gatlin Brothers: Country & Christmas | The Franklin Theatre
Larry, Steve & Rudy, the Gatlin Brothers are Grammy award-winners who have dazzled audiences for 70 years. They have accrued 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, along with five nominations for CMA Vocal Group of the Year, Single, Album.
December 20th at 4 PM and 8 PM.

Country Christmas with Kirbi and Friends
2025-12-20 19:30 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Country Christmas with Kirbi and Friends | Mockingbird Theater Franklin, TN
Kirbi, a rising country music star and current contestant on The Voice, brings her powerful vocals and heartfelt storytelling to the stage in this unforgettable concert. With a blend of original songs and country favorites, Kirbi’s performance showcases the talent and charm that’s captured the hearts of fans across the nation. Don’t miss this chance to see her live!

2025 Winter LEGO® Camps
2025-12-22 09:30 - 2025-12-26 15:30 | Dance Mania Nashville, 215 Gothic Ct #102, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Bricks 4 Kidz Winter LEGO® Camps in Franklin on December 22nd – 26th (No Camp December 25th) & December 29th – 31st & January 2nd (No Camp January 1st)
Holiday LEGO® Creative Camp (4-Day Special!)
Join our popular LEGO® brick-building camps for a fun, hands-on experience where every day is a new adventure! Kids will build with LEGO bricks using a variety of techniques, from mosaics and sculptures to motorized models, while exploring STEAM concepts in engaging ways.
Campers will enjoy crafts, guided creative play, and making new friends. This camp is for kids ages 4–12 by start date, drop-off only. Please bring a water bottle, and either one snack for Half Day or lunch plus two snacks for Full Day. Spots are limited, and enrollment is required. No refunds if canceled within two weeks of camp start. By enrolling, you agree to our Waiver.
Kids will have so much fun they won’t even realize they’re learning while building, creating, problem-solving, and exploring engineering and art through LEGO. Enroll today to secure your child’s spot!

Christmas Eve Dinner at Southall
2025-12-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Southall Farm & Inn, 1994 Carter’s Creek Pike, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
2025 Christmas Eve Dinner at Southall in Franklin!
Gather with loved ones for a Christmas Eve dinner at Southall where every dish is crafted with care from ingredients grown just steps away. From holiday classics reimagined with Southern hospitality to decadent desserts that capture the magic of the season, it’s a night for savoring, connecting, and celebrating.

Chef’s Holiday Snack Tray
Nuts & Bolts, Sugar & Spice Walnuts & Cashews, Marinated Olives, Charcuterie
Warm Herbed Goat Cheese, Apricot Jam, Country Bread & Crudité (VG)
Southall Greenhouse Lettuces, Winter Citrus, Candy Cane Beet, Hazelnut, Cambozola Cheese (GF, DF, V)
Rosemary Parmesan Focaccia & Garlic & Herb Butter (VG)
Duck Cassoulet, Confit Leg, Duck Sausage, Pork Belly, Great Northern White Beans
Prime Beef Rib Chateaubriand, Truffle Demi-Glace (GF)
Lobster & Scallop Rangoon, Champagne Beurre Blanc, Kaluga Caviar
Winter Squash with Grilled Apple & Sherry (GF, V)
Buckwheat Polenta with Roasted Mushrooms (GF, VG)
Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Pomegranate (GF, DF, V)
Chocolate Hazelnut Yule Log
Peppermint and Dark Chocolate Bonbons (GF)
Red Velvet Cake w/ Cream Cheese Icing
Cranberry Orange Tartlet
Eggnog Panna Cotta (GF)
*Southall is committed to mindfulness and inclusivity in accommodating food allergies and dietary restrictions, ensuring that all guests’ needs are met with care and attention to detail.
*Children’s Menu available.

New Year's Eve with etch - Franklin
2025-12-31 16:00 - 22:00 | etch Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Suite 1300, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Celebrate the end of 2025 in style! Join us for a special four-course prix fixe menu presented by our culinary team, complete with optional drink pairings. The dinner is $125++ per person and wine pairings are an additional $55 per person. This special menu will be offered in lieu of our regular dinner menu this evening. We look forward to ringing in the new year with you!
$125++ per person and wine pairings are an additional $55 per person.

New Year's Eve at The Factory featuring The Smoking Section Band
2025-12-31 20:00 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Ring in the New Year at The Factory at Franklin’s Liberty Hall with The Smoking Section Band!
Say goodbye to 2025 and welcome 2026 in unforgettable style at The Factory at Franklin’s Liberty Hall, where we’re throwing the ultimate New Year’s Eve celebration featuring The Smoking Section—Nashville’s premier party band known for bringing the house down with powerhouse vocals, horn-driven soul, funk, and nonstop energy.
This ticketed event promises an incredible night of live music, dancing, celebration, and champagne as we count down to midnight together. Whether you’re a longtime fan or ready to experience the band for the first time, this is the perfect way to cap off the year.

New Year's Eve 2026 at Southall
2025-12-31 20:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 | Southall Farm & Inn, 1994 Carter’s Creek Pike, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Welcome 2026 with style and flair at our spectacular New Year’s Eve party in Franklin! Set against a backdrop of sparkling decor and festive cheer, this is the ultimate event to ring in the new year.
Enjoy an incredible live performance, playing a mix of your favorite tunes and unforgettable hits. From lively dance numbers to soulful ballads, the music will keep the energy high and the dance floor packed. Savor elegant appetizers and sweet treats that will delight your taste buds and complement the celebratory atmosphere. Preserve the moment at the photo booth and keep the energy going all night long.
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 2026.

Music City Dueling Pianos: Love Songs
2026-02-14 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Music City Dueling Pianos: Love Songs | The Franklin Theatre, February 14, 2026
Experience a night of romance and rock ‘n’ roll with Music City Dueling Pianos: Love Songs at The Franklin Theatre! This special show features piano master Chris Hatfield and acclaimed singer-songwriter Rachel Solomon(dubbed “the female Billy Joel”).
The duo blends rock, pop, country, and classics into a hilarious and heartfelt dueling piano battle focused on the best love songs of all time. You won’t want to miss this unforgettable, high-energy show guaranteed to have you singing, laughing, and celebrating the soundtrack of your heart!

Red, White, and Boom 2026
2026-07-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Eddy Arnold Amphitheater in Crockett Park, 1500 Volunteer Pkwy, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Red, White, and Boom! – July 4, 2026 – Concert & Fireworks Show!
The City of Brentwood invites you to attend the annual Independence Day Celebration, Red, White, and Boom at the Eddy Arnold Amphitheater in Crockett Park from 7 PM to 9 PM on Friday, July 4, 2026. Listen to a live performance on July Fourth, and enjoy the City of Brentwood’s annual fireworks show!
Summers in Brentwood, Tennessee, have always included concerts at Crockett Park! The City of Brentwood is excited to kick off the 2026 season!
2026 Brentwood Summer Concert Schedule

Concert 1, Sunday, May 31, 2026, 6-8 pm
Concert 2, Sunday, June 14, 2026, 6-8 p.m.
BrentFest, Saturday, June 27, 2026, 6-9 p.m.
Red, White, and Boom!, Saturday, July 4, 2026, 7-9 p.m.
