The Red Wheel at The Factory
2025-08-21 19:00 - 2025-08-24 14:00, 2025-08-28 19:00 - 2025-08-31 14:00 (America/Chicago) | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Crafted for music lovers, locals, and cultural seekers alike, The Red Wheel, a new intimate in-the-round experience in Franklin featuring the region’s premier songwriting talent, is where stories are told, heard, and felt. Housed in The Factory at Franklin, this immersive experience takes inspiration from the iconic red wheel of Magic Chef ovens once made on-site, breathing new life into storytelling through sound. We’re turning up the heat and setting the stage for the next wave of hit songs. This is more than a show. It’s an experience.
The series offers genre-specific shows (Bluegrass, Country, Americana, Gospel) four days a week. Listen to award-winning and emerging songwriters at a new stage designed to bring you closer. There could even be some special guests. You never know who will stop by. Songwriter Lineup: James Slater – “In My Daughters Eyes”, “Can’t Shake You”, “High Cost of Living” (J. Johnson) Rebecca Lynn Howard – “Lipstick” (Runaway June), Rachel Thibodeau – “Good Directions” (B. Currington), “Been There Done That” (L. Bryan).

The Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series Presents: Brandon Will, Scotty Hasting and Doug Johnson
2025-08-21 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series returns in 2025 featuring Brandon Will, Scotty Hasting, and Doug Johnson! This series is made possible by Stable Reserve.

Open Mic Night with Hemp Happy Hour at The Parlor
2025-08-22 16:30 - 19:30, 2025-08-29 16:30 - 19:30, 2025-09-05 16:30 - 19:30, 2025-09-12 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.

Deborah Allen
2025-08-23 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Deborah Allen is one of those rare artists who forged their own path to success and ended up building a world-class career in the process. An extraordinarily talented singer, songwriter, producer and performer, Deborah’s unique abilities as an artist may be matched only by her enthusiasm and creativity as an individual.
With a distinguished career built on success after success as a performer, songwriter and producer, the dynamic Delta singer from Memphis has no plans of slowing down anytime soon. That’s simply not Deborah Allen’s style.

Turn To Stone - A Tribute to ELO
2025-08-23 19:00 - 21:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Turn to Stone: A Tribute to ELO delivers an unforgettable evening of Electric Light Orchestra’s biggest hits! Experience the nostalgia of a legendary rock band as Turn to Stone captures the magic of a 1970’s ELO performance with a live string section, light show and ’70s clothing.

Majestic: a Tribute to Journey Live @ Mockingbird Theater
2025-08-23 20:00 - 22:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Majestic returns to the Mockingbird Theater in Franklin, Tennessee after three sellouts! Majestic as a nationally acclaimed tribute and reproduction, honoring the legends of Journey. Formed in 2018., performing dozens of shows all over the country, get your tickets now for a wonderful night and sing the songs with us!

Live Jazz
2025-08-24 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-31 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-07 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-14 17:00 - 20:00 | 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.

Thursday Singer/Songwriters Night
2025-08-28 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-04 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-11 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-18 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.

Laurel Canyon Band - A Tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
2025-08-30 19:00 - 21:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Laurel Canyon is an acoustic tribute to the music of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Featuring recreations of their seminal works as well as songs from their early bands and their solo years, Laurel Canyon is a trio consisting of Grammy Award winning writer/producer Mark Hudson, Hall of Fame Songwriter Gary Burr, and singer songwriter Mark Mirando. Come and hear all of your favorite CSNY songs lovingly recreated by three talented, true fans.

Kings of Queen: A Queen Tribute Band
2025-08-30 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Kings of Queen has been selling out venues nationwide and is considered one of the country’s Top Rated Queen Tributes. This fierce foursome is fronted by Emo Alaeddin, known for the looks and voice Freddie Mercury but also the flair, the moves, and the replica outfits. They’re most known for their ability to bring true 4-part harmonies to the stage without the use of auto tune, harmonizers or backing tracks. If you’re looking for the sound, energy, look, and feel of Queen then The Kings of Queen is the band for you!

Music City Dueling Pianos
2025-09-04 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Experience the magic of a night of high-energy entertainment with Music City Dueling Pianos, featuring the powerhouse duo Chris Hatfield and Benan Avci. This dynamic performance blends musical talent, comedy, and audience interaction into a nonstop party where you help call the shots.
With decades of combined experience, Chris and Benan bring unmatched chemistry to the stage, delivering a show packed with crowd favorites, sing-along classics, and spontaneous moments that keep every performance fresh and exciting. From Billy Joel and Beyoncé to Queen and country hits, their extensive repertoire covers every genre and decade, so whether you’re into rock, pop, R&B, or old-school throwbacks, they’ve got your song.

Broken Wheel Music & Arts Festival 2025
2025-09-06 15:00 - 21:00 | Mill Creek Brewing Co., 2008 B Johnson Industrial Blvd, Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
8th Annual Nolensville Broken Wheel Music & Arts Festival
Round Up for Nolensville, Inc. presents Nolensville’s premier Music and Arts Festival. Fun for the whole family with live music, food trucks, locally crafted beer, bounce houses, games, princesses, and more.
Proceeds benefit Round Up for Nolensville, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides financial assistance to Nolensville area residents and public servants in times of need.

Full Moon Pickin’ Party – Nashville September
2025-09-06 18:00 - 22:00 | Percy Warner Equestrian Barn, 2500 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville, TN, 37221, United States
The Full Moon Pickin’ Party bluegrass music series has been a beloved Nashville tradition for nearly 30 years, bringing the community together for bluegrass under the stars in Percy Warner Park. With events running May-September, you can enjoy live bluegrass, local food trucks, cold brews, and more, all summer long! Proceeds from Full Moon Pickin’ Parties benefit Friends of Warner Parks, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working to preserve and protect Percy and Edwin Warner Parks.

The Brothers Doobie: A Tribute to The Doobie Brothers
2025-09-06 19:00 - 21:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Brothers Doobie are the ultimate Doobie Brothers tribute, delivering spot-on vocals, powerful harmonies, and high-energy performances. Featuring top-tier musicians from the Northeast, they cover all the hits from both the Johnston and McDonald eras — from “Listen to the Music” to “What a Fool Believes.” It’s a crowd-pleasing show for all ages, packed with the Doobies’ greatest tunes!

The Red Wheel at The Factory
2025-09-06 19:00 - 2025-09-07 14:00 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Crafted for music lovers, locals, and cultural seekers alike, The Red Wheel, a new intimate in-the-round experience in Franklin featuring the region’s premier songwriting talent, is where stories are told, heard, and felt. Housed in The Factory at Franklin, this immersive experience takes inspiration from the iconic red wheel of Magic Chef ovens once made on-site, breathing new life into storytelling through sound. We’re turning up the heat and setting the stage for the next wave of hit songs. This is more than a show. It’s an experience.
The series offers genre-specific shows (Bluegrass, Country, Americana, Gospel). Listen to award-winning and emerging songwriters at a new stage designed to bring you closer. There could even be some special guests. You never know who will stop by. Songwriter Lineup: James Slater – “In My Daughters Eyes”, “Can’t Shake You”, “High Cost of Living” (J. Johnson) Rebecca Lynn Howard – “Lipstick” (Runaway June), Rachel Thibodeau – “Good Directions” (B. Currington), “Been There Done That” (L. Bryan).

Monty Criswell 88 Keys in 90 Minutes
2025-09-07 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Monty Criswell is a Grammy and CMA nominated songwriter with over 300 songs recorded by artists such as Trace Adkins (Just Fishin’), George Strait (I Saw God Today), Scotty McCreery (Five More Minutes), Eric Church (Like Jesus Does, Hell of A View), Parker McCollum (Handle On You) and Tim McGraw (Paper Umbrellas) just to name a few. He’s had at least one #1 in each of the last three decades.
“88 Keys in 90 Minutes” is a more intimate one-on-one-song journey that takes you deeper behind the scenes of the stories that go with the hits. Monty will start with the first big hit he ever had and bring you all the way to where he is now, adding in a lot of laughter, a few tears and maybe a couple of songs that you haven’t heard yet. Come hear how the hits sounded in the writing room before they made it to the radio.

Girl Named Tom
2025-09-11 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Girl Named Tom | The Franklin Theatre
Three siblings unlock one harmony to unite the world as Girl Named Tom. The trio—Bekah, Joshua, and Caleb Liechty—notably made history as “the only group to ever win NBC’s The Voice.” Along the way, they’ve impressively generated over 25 million of streams across chart-rattling covers such as “River,” “TheChain,” and “Dust in the Wind.”

James Taylor & His All-Star Band
2025-09-12 19:30 | FirstBank Amphitheater, 4520 Graystone Quarry Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
An Evening with James Taylor & His All-Star Band with special guest Tiny Habits in Franklin, Tennessee, at FirstBank Amphitheater on Friday, September 12th, 2025.
About FirstBank Amphitheater
The premier entertainment experience south of Nashville. FirstBank Amphitheater is a world-class boutique amphitheater nestled within a beautiful, wooded, natural stone and park-like setting. Located at the Graystone Quarry in Thompson’s Station at the southern border of Franklin, Tennessee.
Event details are below.

The Rembrandts
2025-09-13 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
If you’ve seen The Rembrandts you know they guarantee a great live performance. Their fan-base spreads to over a dozen countries and their pop smashes have crossed over into multiple radio formats, winning many awards. In addition to performing hits like “That’s Just The Way It Is Baby,” “Johnny Have You Seen Her,” they’ll perform “I’ll Be There For You” which spent 11 weeks at #1 and is the most played TV theme song in TV history. The Rembrandts will also offer an early preview of new music from their 6th studio album. Don’t miss this multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated artist!

The Doobie Brothers Walk This Road Tour with very special guests The Coral Reefer Band
2025-09-15 19:00 | FirstBank Amphitheater, 4520 Graystone Quarry Lane, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Doobie Brothers Walk This Road Tour with very special guests The Coral Reefer Band in Franklin, Tennessee at FirstBank Amphitheater on September 15th, 2025 at 7:00 PM.
About FirstBank Amphitheater
The premier entertainment experience south of Nashville. FirstBank Amphitheater is a world-class boutique amphitheater nestled within a beautiful, wooded, natural stone and park-like setting. Located at the Graystone Quarry in Thompson’s Station at the southern border of Franklin, Tennessee.
Event details are below.
